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Paylocity vs RUN Powered by ADP

Paylocity

Payroll and HR platform for growing small and mid-sized businesses

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RUN Powered by ADP

Small business payroll and HR from a major national payroll provider

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How they differ

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Paylocity

Strengths

  • More configurable than entry-level payroll apps for complex pay rules
  • Combines payroll with broader HR and workforce management tools
  • Suited to businesses managing multiple locations or pay rates

Drawbacks

  • No public pricing; requires a sales call for a quote
  • Steeper learning curve than simpler payroll apps

RUN Powered by ADP

Strengths

  • Backed by ADP's long-standing payroll tax compliance track record
  • HR add-ons available as a business grows past basic payroll
  • Support infrastructure suited to businesses that want more hand-holding

Drawbacks

  • No public pricing; requires a sales call for a quote
  • Historically less self-serve than newer payroll apps

Frequently asked questions

What do Paylocity and RUN Powered by ADP have in common?
Both cover payroll.
Which is cheaper, Paylocity or RUN Powered by ADP?
We can only answer that with prices verified on both vendors' pricing pages, and we don't have that for either tool right now. Check the vendor sites for current prices.

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