ADP vs. TriNet: See how our PEO drives businesses forward

ADP TotalSource® boosts your business through unmatched service, best-in-class benefits and technology that really makes a difference. We top TriNet’s PEO with:

  • Strategic guidance & consultative support regardless of company size
  • Highly customizable benefits offering with administration handled for you
  • Seamless integrations that save time and reduce complexity
Client quote from Irene B., Executive Director, saying, “Our experience has been wonderful. We have an excellent HR person who goes above and beyond to support us.”

Go beyond the standard service experience with ADP’s PEO

Making the right decisions can be the difference between a business treading water or taking off. With the assistance of experienced, credentialed HR professionals and customizable capabilities through our integrations, you’ll get the knowledge, strategic support and flexibility to help attain your goals.

Strategic guidance & consultative support

Personalized support — always at your service

No matter your business size or industry, when you partner with ADP TotalSource, you get a dedicated HRBP (Human Resources Business Partner). This HR expert has extensive HR experience and key credentials, including PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, MHRM, and CHRS. Our HRBPs help clients with both day-to-day HR needs and more complex HR situations, as needed.

Your employees will also receive the support of our award-winning ADP MyLife Advisors. These dedicated professionals are ready to handle your employee’s questions — reducing the time you spend answering common, everyday employee questions, so you can focus on growing your business.

Customizable benefits

Elevate your benefits offerings and simplify administration

Access benefits packages that really make your business stand out — without the burden of negotiation and administration. Every year, we’ll work with you to customize your benefits offerings by analyzing your workforce, understanding your business needs and goals, and taking your budget into consideration. Along with that, self-service decision tools and phone support from ADP MyLife Advisors help improve the employee experience during benefits enrollment, from medical to voluntary and even ancillary benefits.

Seamless integrations

Connect apps and share data to simplify your processes

Easily find, try, buy and implement solutions that seamlessly integrate with ADP. Instantly integrate with hundreds of solutions from third-party partners to simplify and streamline how you manage HR and run your business.

Turn to ADP TotalSource for service and support that truly stand out

See how our full-service, all-in-one PEO boosts your business by delivering superior service, leading benefits, and actionable insights and so much more.

Capabilities ADP TRINET1
Dedicated, certified HR expert that you know and can trust to assist with everyday HR tasks and provide strategic guidance, regardless of company size offered not offered
Personalized and strategic benefits plan support to help select the best options for your employees while also aligning with your company’s overall strategy offered not offered
Integrate with hundreds of third-party solutions to securely share data between your HR systems offered not offered
Aggregated and anonymized HR and pay data benchmarks from ADP’s U.S. client base of over 39 million employees offered not offered
24/7 access to 300+ pre-built reports, an easy-to-use custom report-builder and advanced analytics offered not offered
Legal defense benefit to help clients mitigate the potential costs of defending employee lawsuits and claims2 offered not offered
Learning Management System with hundreds of courses covering HR compliance, leadership development, and the ability to create and load custom trainings offered not offered
PEO model that supports HR, payroll, tax, employment-related compliance, benefits offered offered
IRS-certified PEO and ESAC-accredited PEO, proof of high financial, regulatory and business standards offered offered
401(k) Multiple Employer Plan (MEP) for greater buying power and tax advantages offered offered
New clients onboard quickly with assistance and support offered offered

  1. As of October 15, 2025, and is subject to change.
  2. Per the terms and conditions noted in the Client Services Agreement

Awards and recognition

 

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FAQs about ADP vs. TriNet

Why should my business choose ADP over TriNet?

Our unwavering service and support means you get the help you need, right when you need it. Our industry-leading capabilities and our commitment to evolving technologies like AI help keep you ahead of the curve. Being able to configure your system to your specifications through ADP Marketplace gives you the power you need to scale at your own pace. And you’ll just get more peace of mind with ADP — we’re a sure thing, and our legacy proves it.

Is it easy to switch to ADP from my current provider?

We can support your switch at any time, so you don't have to wait for a quarter or year-end to access the benefits of ADP. If you're already processing payroll, having your employee data and required documents ready will help ensure a smooth and efficient transition. To learn more, check out our helpful guidebook: Switching Payroll Providers Made Easy.

How does ADP TotalSource have my back legally, and how does it compare to Trinet?

While both PEOs include Employment Practices Liability Insurance (EPLI), ADP TotalSource also offers a legal defense benefit, which may help reduce financial penalties associated with employee lawsuits and claims.

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