Rippling, Paychex, and ADP all handle multi-state payroll for a 150-employee US company, but Rippling stands out for its unified HR-IT-finance platform and automation, while Paychex and ADP offer robust traditional payroll with custom pricing.[rippling]
Key Features
All three support multi-state tax filing, compliance, W-2/1099 handling, and employee self-service, but differ in integration depth.[rippling]
- Rippling: 90-second payroll runs, 150+ automations linking payroll to HR/benefits/IT, unlimited off-cycle pays. [rippling]
- Paychex: Scalable HCM with automated processing, benefits admin via PEO options, strong for 50-1,000+ employees. [themissionhr]
- ADP: Flexible pay types across 50 states, integrations for time/accounting, full-service expert support. [youtube]
Pricing Comparison
Pricing is per-employee/month (PEPM) with base fees; exact quotes needed for 150 employees, but estimates apply.[forbes]
| Provider | Base Fee (est.) | Per Employee | Notes |
|---|
| Rippling | None / $35 | $8+ | Transparent, modules extra; no setup fees. [rippling] |
| Paychex | $39 | $5+ | Custom for Pro/Select; PEO $100-250 PEPM. [themissionhr] |
| ADP | $40-79 | $4-8 | Custom bundles; add-ons increase costs. [forbes] |
User Ratings & Reviews
Rippling leads in ease and integration per G2/Capterra (4.8-4.9/5), praised for multi-state speed; ADP/Paychex score 4.2-4.4/5 with mixed support notes.[rippling]
- Rippling: High payroll score (9.3/10), simple onboarding. [capterra]
- Paychex: Good for policy posting, but reporting limits. [rippling]
- ADP: Strong reporting/multi-state, steeper curve. [rippling]
Best Fit Recommendation
For a 150-employee company prioritizing automation and low admin (e.g., growth-focused), choose Rippling—it's cost-effective and unified. Opt for Paychex/ADP if needing PEO benefits or established enterprise support. Request demos for tailored quotes.[adp]
