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Explore ADP Workforce Now costs and modules with OutSail: Ideal for small and mid-sized businesses, offering full-suite HR tools from $23–30 PEPM, with optional outsourced payroll and HR services available for an all-in-one solution.
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Note: ADP offers numerous software platforms, but their flagship solution is ADP Workforce Now. That is the system that is being referred to throughout this article.
ADP charges companies on a per employee per month (PEPM) basis. For most organizations, ADP Workforce Now costs between $23–30 PEPM depending on company size, selected modules, and contract length.
ADP also offers outsourced compliance, payroll and benefits services, called Comprehensive Services. When those costs are included, the total can range from $30-50 PEPM.
In addition to the software fees, ADP will typically charge a one-time implementation fee. ADP's implementation fees are typically about 10-20% of the annual software fees (i.e., $10-20K implementation fee on a $100K annual purchase)
ADP Workforce Now serves as an all-in-one HR suite that supports both Core HR functions (payroll, benefits, time tracking, and HRIS) and Talent Management capabilities (recruiting, performance, compensation, and learning). Small and mid-sized businesses benefit from having all key HR tasks centralized in one platform.
ADP also enables companies to outsource back-office functions, such as payroll administration, employee benefits support, and compliance management—freeing up HR teams to focus on strategic priorities.
ADP is a household name in payroll and HR services. As the largest payroll provider in the world, ADP processes payroll for nearly 1 in 6 American workers, and even the U.S. government uses ADP data to help calculate the unemployment rate.
While ADP’s reputation is built on payroll, the company has steadily grown its HR management capabilities through the ADP Workforce Now platform. This system supports companies from as few as 30 employees to over 300,000, making it scalable across business sizes.
One of ADP’s unique advantages is its ability to deliver ancillary HR services, including Professional Employer Organization (PEO) services and fully managed HR outsourcing, unlike many standalone HRIS vendors.
ADP Workforce Now is considered a Mid-Market HRIS, which means the system works best for companies with between 75 and 750 employees. Mid-Market solutions are designed to be an all-in-one HRIS for companies with fairly standard HR requirements.
Mid-Market solutions typically take about 3 months to implement and do not require external consultants to successfully implement and manage the solutions. Mid-Market solutions can be limited in how scalable they are, due to a lack of custom workflow tools and limited rules engines.
ADP Workforce Now typically costs $23–30 per employee per month (PEPM) for software-only access. Small businesses choosing outsourced payroll and benefits services may pay $35–55 PEPM. Pricing depends on company size, modules selected, and contract terms. ADP also charges a one-time implementation fee.
ADP Workforce Now includes modules such as Payroll & Tax, Benefits Administration, Time & Attendance, Onboarding, Recruiting (ATS), Performance, Compensation, and Learning. These cover all Core HR and Talent Management needs in a single HRIS platform. Small businesses can choose only the modules they need.
3. What types of companies are best suited for ADP Workforce Now?
ADP Workforce Now is ideal for mid-market companies (75–750 employees) and growing small businesses. It suits organizations needing full-suite HR and payroll tools with optional outsourced services. The platform is scalable, flexible, and doesn’t require heavy customization.
ADP Workforce Now boasts a strong core HR offering, particularly in payroll and tax services. It also provides outsourced services for payroll, benefits, and compliance management. However, concerns include potential limitations in customization, transparency in pricing, and customer support responsiveness.
OutSail offers free support to accelerate the HRIS selection process. They can provide assistance in identifying software needs, comparing vendors like ADP Workforce Now, and navigating the purchasing and implementation process.
