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Rippling vs. ADP
Stop letting ADP’s 75-year-old legacy system and fragmented acquisitions stall your business. Switch to Rippling and eliminate manual processes and streamline reporting with a single, automated source of truth.
Rippling automates changes while ADP requires manual updates across 10+ modules
Rippling offers full workflows, whereas ADP can only trigger basic onboarding actions
Rippling generates advanced cross-module reports whereas ADP relies on manual exports
Rippling ensures fast targeted support versus ADP’s slow, fragmented service
What sets Rippling apart from ADP?
1. Rippling gives you a unified, modern platform instead of ADP’s patchwork of 100+ acquired tools
ADP Workforce Now was originally built in 1949 as a punch-card payroll system and has been expanded through more than 100 acquisitions. As a result, modules are disconnected, workflows break across systems, and admins must manually update multiple places whenever an employee changes roles, states, or leaves the company. Rippling replaces ADP’s stitched-together architecture with one modern platform where HR, payroll, IT, and finance all work together automatically.
Capabilities | ||
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Payroll, HRIS, and workforce management | ||
Single workflow for onboarding & offboarding | ||
Consistent user experience across all modules | ||
Ripple effect: one change to employee data updates all modules automatically | ||
Full Spend management suite, with travel, expenses, corporate cards and more | ||
Full IT suite, with identify & access management, device management and more |
2. Rippling delivers automation, reporting, and support quality that ADP cannot match
ADP offers very limited workflow automation and lacks the automation engine required to orchestrate end-to-end processes. Reporting is siloed, cannot span modules, and often requires exporting spreadsheets or paying for professional services. Support is slow and fragmented, with overworked account managers and multiple specialist handoffs. Rippling delivers powerful automation, full cross-module reporting, and fast, expert support with 30-second live-chat responses.
Capabilities | ||
|---|---|---|
Custom workflow automation across any module | ||
Full onboarding & offboarding automation in one flow | ||
Drag & drop, self-serve custom reporting for all HR, IT, and finance data | ||
Publicly disclosed support metrics | ||
30-second response time for live chat: with a human | ||
Live video call support with screen sharing |
Pricing & products
Starting at $8 per month per user
“As we use more and more of the Rippling functionality, it’s cut more and more time spent on administrative things that used to take longer with ADP.”
Fong Hsu
Vice President of Finance at NIHAO Cultural Arts Center
“Having everything in one system for [all] three countries — including benefits, employee-self-service, and onboarding — just made sense.”
Jared Patten
HR Manager at Curve Dental
“Rippling understands the need to automate and optimize all these tedious tasks that distract HR from becoming more strategic and keeps it stuck in the day-to-day monotonous weeds.”
Leif Oldert
VP of Human Resources at Clicklease
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Why switch to Rippling?
Move to a unified platform instead of ADP’s patchwork of 100+ acquired tools
ADP’s system was built in 1949 and expanded through more than 100 acquisitions, leaving customers with disconnected modules, broken workflows, and constant manual updates. Rippling gives you one modern platform that keeps HR, payroll, IT, and finance fully in sync.
Eliminate the manual work ADP forces across multiple modules
In ADP, simple changes like state transfers or offboarding require re-hiring employees or updating up to 10 different modules. Rippling automates the entire employee lifecycle in a single flow, saving hours of repetitive admin work.
Get real reporting instead of exporting spreadsheets from ADP
ADP lacks pivot tables, drill-downs, cross-module reporting, and Excel-like functionality, forcing users to manage data manually or pay for services. Rippling gives you real-time, customizable reporting across HR, payroll, and IT from one place.
Improve reliability and user experience across your entire workforce
ADP users report frequent glitches, slow load times, sign-in issues, and inconsistent interfaces across add-on modules. Rippling delivers a clean, modern experience with consistent performance and streamlined workflows for both admins and employees.
Get faster, more effective support instead of ADP’s fragmented model
ADP’s account managers juggle 50-plus clients and route users across multiple specialists, creating slow, disjointed support. Rippling provides 30-second live chat response times, expert routing, and transparent, publicly published support metrics.
Consolidate IT & HR with identity & access management, MDM, and equipment management
ADP provides HR and payroll, but no solutions for device management, identity, or access provisioning. Rippling unifies IT with HR and payroll so new hires get apps and devices automatically while access is controlled from the same system.
From G2 Users
What teams say after switching to Rippling
“I find Rippling invaluable for its ease of use, making it incredibly straightforward to carry out tasks without any complications. The platform's interface ensures there are no glitches or problems, allowing for a seamless setup and onboarding experience. It feels like a one-stop shop where I can manage my Single Sign-On (SSO) applications effortlessly, and it also efficiently manages my taxes and benefits, providing a comprehensive solution that consolidates multiple needs into one platform. This level of reliability and user-friendliness has been a notable feature, contributing to a smooth experience overall.”
Zack W.
G2 Reviewer
“Rippling makes managing everything about my employment so easy! Everything I might need to refer to is all in one place, and I can edit anything at any time using desktop OR mobile.”
Sophie K.
G2 Reviewer
“It's one of the most clean, user-friendly HR platforms I've used. I like that I can quickly navigate between my benefits, payroll, and time with just a couple clicks. It's nice to have one log-in - everything is in one place.”
Teresa M.
G2 Reviewer
“I find Rippling incredibly easy to use when signing up for benefits and other HR needs because it simplifies the entire process, guiding me effectively through every step. The platform's simplicity stands out, especially with its notifications and checklists, ensuring that I don't miss any important tasks. It's very convenient for viewing my paycheck, benefits, and the company org chart, which makes managing my HR-related needs much more efficient. The initial setup was a breeze, thanks to the straightforward process where I only needed to sign up using a link sent to my work email. All these features combined make Rippling a tool that I would highly recommend to others.”
Tony M.
G2 Reviewer
“I appreciate Rippling for being incredibly user-friendly, which simplifies my work processes. I love that it allows me to seamlessly monitor my payroll, ensuring that I am always updated and accurate in managing my finances. The platform's easy and seamless setup made the transition smooth and hassle-free. Additionally, I value Rippling's effective connection with other tools, like Amazon Connect, which enhances my work integration and productivity. The breadth of features available seems to be a significant step up from previous tools like Deel, providing me with comprehensive functionalities. Overall, Rippling delivers a highly satisfactory experience, as evidenced by my willingness to recommend it as a perfect 10 out of 10.”
Shyrlouise G.
G2 Reviewer
“I appreciate Rippling for its clear and clean layout, which facilitates ease of access to data and makes finding information straightforward. The simplicity of the initial setup was also a significant plus, allowing my team to get started without any hassle. I value how it allows me to efficiently manage my work time, PTO, and benefits. These features combined streamline my work processes and provide a comprehensive understanding of the benefits, aiding in adjusting them as needed. The clear interface and user-friendly design make my tasks more manageable and efficient, contributing to a positive overall experience.”
Laura J.
G2 Reviewer
“I find Rippling invaluable for its ease of use, making it incredibly straightforward to carry out tasks without any complications. The platform's interface ensures there are no glitches or problems, allowing for a seamless setup and onboarding experience. It feels like a one-stop shop where I can manage my Single Sign-On (SSO) applications effortlessly, and it also efficiently manages my taxes and benefits, providing a comprehensive solution that consolidates multiple needs into one platform. This level of reliability and user-friendliness has been a notable feature, contributing to a smooth experience overall.”
Zack W.
G2 Reviewer
“Rippling makes managing everything about my employment so easy! Everything I might need to refer to is all in one place, and I can edit anything at any time using desktop OR mobile.”
Sophie K.
G2 Reviewer
“It's one of the most clean, user-friendly HR platforms I've used. I like that I can quickly navigate between my benefits, payroll, and time with just a couple clicks. It's nice to have one log-in - everything is in one place.”
Teresa M.
G2 Reviewer
“I find Rippling incredibly easy to use when signing up for benefits and other HR needs because it simplifies the entire process, guiding me effectively through every step. The platform's simplicity stands out, especially with its notifications and checklists, ensuring that I don't miss any important tasks. It's very convenient for viewing my paycheck, benefits, and the company org chart, which makes managing my HR-related needs much more efficient. The initial setup was a breeze, thanks to the straightforward process where I only needed to sign up using a link sent to my work email. All these features combined make Rippling a tool that I would highly recommend to others.”
Tony M.
G2 Reviewer
“I appreciate Rippling for being incredibly user-friendly, which simplifies my work processes. I love that it allows me to seamlessly monitor my payroll, ensuring that I am always updated and accurate in managing my finances. The platform's easy and seamless setup made the transition smooth and hassle-free. Additionally, I value Rippling's effective connection with other tools, like Amazon Connect, which enhances my work integration and productivity. The breadth of features available seems to be a significant step up from previous tools like Deel, providing me with comprehensive functionalities. Overall, Rippling delivers a highly satisfactory experience, as evidenced by my willingness to recommend it as a perfect 10 out of 10.”
Shyrlouise G.
G2 Reviewer
“I appreciate Rippling for its clear and clean layout, which facilitates ease of access to data and makes finding information straightforward. The simplicity of the initial setup was also a significant plus, allowing my team to get started without any hassle. I value how it allows me to efficiently manage my work time, PTO, and benefits. These features combined streamline my work processes and provide a comprehensive understanding of the benefits, aiding in adjusting them as needed. The clear interface and user-friendly design make my tasks more manageable and efficient, contributing to a positive overall experience.”
Laura J.
G2 Reviewer
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- Amanda Perry, Director of People Ops & Technology at Morning Consult
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