--- title: "Switching Payroll Providers | ADP" description: "Changing payroll providers anytime with ADP is easy. Transition smoothly with the fastest, easiest, and most comprehensive payroll, ADP." --- Small Business Payroll [![ADP logo](https://www.adp.com/-/media/adp2025/ui/logo-adp.svg?h=32&iar=0&w=70&rev=06b17aeedd6b402a9bcc532326653c17&hash=E5681B343E2FBBC0B86BBBC03BE07CFA)](/) Small Business Payroll - [Overview](/what-we-offer/payroll/payroll-for-1-49-employees) - [Payroll Packages](/what-we-offer/payroll/payroll-for-1-49-employees/payroll-packages) - [Switching to ADP](/what-we-offer/payroll/payroll-for-1-49-employees/switching-to-adp) - [Payroll for One](/what-we-offer/payroll/payroll-for-one-employee) - More Launch Self-Guided Demo- Get Pricing Switch payroll providers # Switch to small business payroll with ADP Get more from your payroll provider when you switch to RUN Powered by ADP® – G2’s #1 Best Software Product for Small Businesses two years running. Get up to 6 months FREE payroll\*[\*See terms and conditions](/terms/6-month-offer-terms-sbs) Get Pricing[Compare Packages](/what-we-offer/payroll/payroll-for-1-49-employees/payroll-packages) ![Smiling woman chatting on the phone, with inset graphic of a G2 Best Software award badge rating ADP #1 Small Business Product for 2026](https://marketing-assets.adp.com/api/public/content/fadb84b4cee44f0b9f7f8aaeca36a591?v=42869170) ## Trusted by over 900,000 small businesses - ![4.6/5.0 stars](/-/media/adp/redesign2018/images/shared/img-rating-stars-4-6.svg?h=21&iar=0&w=130&rev=e6fb78cdeff74ca48c9a19b5fb86c395&hash=000EEE2329D24A2D2930FA071C59D66E) ### Capterra 4.6 out of 5 Stars(1,456 reviews) - ![4.6/5.0 stars](/-/media/adp/redesign2018/images/shared/img-rating-stars-4-6.svg?h=21&iar=0&w=130&rev=e6fb78cdeff74ca48c9a19b5fb86c395&hash=000EEE2329D24A2D2930FA071C59D66E) ### G2 4.7 out of 5 Stars(5,951 reviews) - ### TrustRadius 9.0 out of 10 Stars(846 reviews) Ratings include incentivized reviews and are accurate as of 7/15/26. Why switch ## Switching payroll doesn’t have to slow you down ### A simple switch, start to finish Make the move without the mess. ADP helps with all the data transfers and system setup, so you can change providers without delays – whether you switch mid-year or at year-end. ### A simple switch, start to finish Make the move without the mess. ADP helps with all the data transfers and system setup, so you can change providers without delays – whether you switch mid-year or at year-end. ![Coworkers convening over a tablet, with inset screenshot depicting ADP payroll software search functionality and features](https://marketing-assets.adp.com/api/public/content/a247220c3806427486dce4b78b077ea2?v=d979d69b) ### Support when you actually need it Payroll issues don’t wait for office hours. ADP offers 24/7 access to real payroll professionals to help resolve issues before they impact your team or business. ### Support when you actually need it Payroll issues don’t wait for office hours. ADP offers 24/7 access to real payroll professionals to help resolve issues before they impact your team or business. ![Small business retail shop owner on the phone with inset screenshot of an Upcoming Payroll module showing that payroll is due in five days, as well as the check date and pay period](https://marketing-assets.adp.com/api/public/content/79d0c32924d74c0b8adedcb6301ff902?v=7bdfc125) ### Built for now, ready for tomorrow Start with the features you need today, then add tools whenever you need them. With ADP, you’re not locked into a one-size-fits-all plan or forced to switch providers again down the line. ### Built for now, ready for tomorrow Start with the features you need today, then add tools whenever you need them. With ADP, you’re not locked into a one-size-fits-all plan or forced to switch providers again down the line. ![Coworkers convening over a tablet, with inset screenshot depicting ADP payroll software search functionality and features](https://marketing-assets.adp.com/api/public/content/a247220c3806427486dce4b78b077ea2?v=d979d69b) - [ADP vs. Gusto](#tab-fcadeaf1-21da-4604-b2c8-f578494334b7-0) - [ADP vs. Paycheck](#tab-fcadeaf1-21da-4604-b2c8-f578494334b7-1) - [ADP vs. QuickBooks](#tab-fcadeaf1-21da-4604-b2c8-f578494334b7-2) - [ADP vs. SurePayroll](#tab-fcadeaf1-21da-4604-b2c8-f578494334b7-3) For businesses with 1-49  employees ## Pick the package that fits your size - ### Essential Payroll - Payroll processing and tax filing - Automated recurring payroll - Payroll on desktop or mobile - 24/7 live payroll support Get Pricing - most-popular ### Enhanced Payroll - Everything in Essential - Hiring tools with ZipRecruiter®† - State Unemployment Insurance services - Background checks when needed - Wage garnishment processing Get Pricing - ### Complete Payroll & HR+ - Everything in Enhanced - Live HR support - Employee handbook wizard - Salary benchmarks - HR best practice toolkits Get Pricing - ### HR Pro Payroll & HR - Everything in Complete - Access to legal‡ assistance - Workplace training for employers and employees - Applicant Tracking System, powered by CareerPlug - Automated learning management system Get Pricing [Compare Packages](/what-we-offer/payroll/payroll-for-1-49-employees/payroll-packages)[Explore RUN Powered by ADP®](/what-we-offer/products/run-powered-by-adp) ## See how ADP compares to other payroll providers Compare ADP side-by-side with other payroll providers to see where they fall short. Gusto ### Get these tools with ADP, but not with Gusto³ - ### Payroll - **24/7 live support** (Gusto offers only 5am-5pm PT, Mon.-Fri.) - **Advanced State Unemployment Insurance (SUI) management tools** (claim responses, benefit payments review, best practices consulting) - **Dedicated new client onboarding support** for small businesses of all sizes - **Multi-state payroll**, across all bundles - **Pay employees who work in multiple states or local jurisdictions** within a single pay period - **Two-day processing cycles** for all clients (without assigned direct deposit limits) - **Register with tax agencies in all 50 states** (does not require third-party partner) - **Partner app connectors to over 30 leading Point of Sale (POS) solutions** - **Single invoice billing** that combines ADP payroll and complementary partner services - **Over 75 years of payroll experience** - **Rated #1 small business software by G2 in 2026, two years running** - ### HR & Business - **Built-in employee handbook wizard**, pre-populated for your state and jurisdiction (no third-party partner required) - **Hiring via ZipRecruiter**®† - **Applicant tracking system** to help manage the end-to-end hiring process - **Employee discount program** for brand-name products and daily essentials - **Create, send and process payments** for client invoices - **Background checks** for prospective hires - **Access to free and discounted legal services** (provided by third party)‡ [Learn more about ADP vs. Gusto](/compare/adp-vs-gusto) Paychex ### Get these tools with ADP, but not with Paychex³ - ### Payroll & HR - **Hiring via ZipRecruiter**®1 - **One-stop partner marketplace**, where clients can search, compare, activate and pay for apps (time, HR, accounting & more) - **Salary benchmarks** data (to help you make competitive job offers and that can help you comply with pay transparency laws) at no added cost in top-tier HR bundles - **Job description wizard**, at no additional fee - **Online employee onboarding** across all bundles (no additional cost) - **Import time sheets from your existing Excel, PDF and CSV files** (Paychex only supports CSV) - - **Rated #1 small business software by G2 in 2026, two years running** - **Single invoice billing** that combines ADP payroll and complementary partner services - **New client online onboarding** across all bundles (no need to call customer service) - **Register with tax agencies in all 50 states** (does not require third-party partner) - **Support from a payroll specialist via phone & email, at no additional fee** - **Create, send and process payments** for client invoices - **G2 rating peer review 4.7 (of 5) stars or higher** - **Over 75 years of payroll experience** - **Access to free and discounted legal services** (provided by third party)2 [Learn more about ADP vs. Paychex](/compare/adp-vs-paychex) QuickBooks Workforce ### Get these tools with ADP, but not with QuickBooks Workforce³ - ### Payroll - **Advanced State Unemployment Insurance management tools** (claim responses, benefit payments review, best practices consulting) - **Convenient mobile app** for payroll and HR - **24/7 live support** across all bundles - **Dedicated new client onboarding support** for small businesses of all sizes - **Register with tax agencies in all 50 states** (does not require third-party partner) - **Award-winning (Titan Award, Stevie Award, Globee Award) portal access** that connects your accountant to your payroll - **Rated #1 small business software by G2 in 2026, two years running** - **G2 rating peer review 4.7 (of 5) stars or higher** - **Over 75 years of payroll experience** - ### HR & Business - **Employee handbook wizard**, pre-populated for your state/jurisdiction (no third-party partner required) - **Online courses** (and completion tracking) on sexual harassment and abusive conduct, HR compliance, and much more - **Printed labor law posters** at no additional fee (QuickBooks charges extra) - **Employee discount program** for brand-name products and daily essentials. - **Hiring via ZipRecruiter**®1 - **Access to free and discounted legal services** (provided by third party)2 [Learn more about ADP vs. QuickBooks Workforce](/compare/adp-vs-quickbooks) SurePayroll ### Get these tools with ADP, but not with SurePayroll³ - ### Payroll - **24/7 live support** across all bundles - **Native suite of time tracking tools** with scheduling and physical time clocks - **Accounting software integration** at no additional fee - **Advanced SUI management tools** (claim responses, benefit payments review, best practices consulting) - **Multi-state tax filings** at no additional fee - **Robust suite of pre-built reports** (SurePayroll only offers nine pre-built reports) - **Partner app connectors** to over 30 leading Point of Sale (POS) solutions - **Single invoice billing** that combines ADP payroll and complementary partner services - **Robust portal for employees** to manage pay information, federal tax withholding, and time tracking - **Rated #1 small business software by G2 in 2026, two years running** - **Local tax filing** (at no additional fee) - ### HR & Business - **Hiring via ZipRecruiter**®1 - **Salary benchmarks** data (to help you make competitive job offers and that can help you comply with pay transparency laws) - **One-stop partner marketplace** (at no additional fee) - Employee discount program for brand-name products and daily essentials [Learn more about ADP vs. SurePayroll](/compare/adp-vs-surepayroll) ## Switching to ADP is easy Already using another provider? No problem. Most businesses can switch in just a few days. - 1 ### Share a few details We’ll tell you what forms and documents to provide so we can get everything ready behind the scenes. - 2 ### Count on us for support Our implementation experts are there to guide you through every step of the transition. - 3 ### Run payroll with confidence We'll confirm you're ready to get started and back you with 24/7 payroll support once you’re live. Get Pricing ## Results that matter to your business Small businesses that switch to RUN Powered by ADP see the difference quickly, from support and reliability to a simpler day-to-day. ![Smiling floral shop worker with tablet in hand, depicting satisfied small business owners who use ADP to manage workers' comp insurance](https://marketing-assets.adp.com/api/public/content/dbeec34394054068b64c9dd47c28287e?v=17679871) ### $1,500average savings a year on payroll and HR admin after switching to ADP.4 ### 9 out of 10customers say switching to ADP was quick.5 ### 4 out of 5customers prefer ADP over their previous payroll provider.6 Product demos ## Take a tour of ADP’s small business solutions See how payroll works before you switch. ### ### Interactive demo Explore the product Click through a guided demo to see how payroll and HR tasks get done step by step. Launch Demo ### ### 1-minute overview Watch the overview Get a quick look at how payroll and HR come together in one streamlined platform. Play Video ![RUN Powered by ADP home dashboard showing the "Upcoming payroll" card and a "Top things to do" task list.](https://marketing-assets.adp.com/api/public/content/a36b74973f154116a90da837d298c99b?v=8444887a) ### Interactive demo Explore the product Click through a guided demo to see how payroll and HR tasks get done step by step. Launch Demo ### 1-minute overview Watch the overview Get a quick look at how payroll and HR come together in one streamlined platform. Play Video ![RUN Powered by ADP home dashboard showing the "Upcoming payroll" card and a "Top things to do" task list.](https://marketing-assets.adp.com/api/public/content/a36b74973f154116a90da837d298c99b?v=8444887a) ## Why small businesses switch to ADP - ### Everything just got easier > “We were with Gusto for less than a year before switching. **Everything with ADP is just easier**… Anytime I have a problem, I can upload a document and say, 'Take care of this, please,' and it gets handled.” [Read Case Study](/resources/what-others-say/testimonials/g/gusto-limitations-leave-the-foundation-for-climate-restoration) Name Erica Dodds Title Chief Operating Officer Company The Foundation for Climate Restoration Industry Non-profit Employees 6 - ### No more delays > “Running payroll on ADP **takes a lot less time than it did with Gusto**, and there’s never any lag time.” [Read Case Study](/resources/what-others-say/testimonials/p/paid-gusto-risky-a-plus-protection-security-services) Name Bartley Gooden Title Founder Company A Plus Protection Security Services Industry Private security Employees 25 - ### More time for what matters > “**Switching to ADP from QuickBooks took my business to the next level,** because it freed me up to be better at the things I do – like management and sales.” [Read Case Study](/resources/what-others-say/testimonials/f/flooring-ground-up-creative-floor-covering) Name Octavio E. Aguirre Title Owner Company Creative Floor Covering Industry Construction Employees 10 - ![Marilyn McDermott, a solo business owner, left her payroll provider for ADP and touts how easy and seamless the process continues to be](https://marketing-assets.adp.com/api/public/content/4c06fad937b74784bd77e55e86a5062a?v=6b110589) ### The easiest switch you’ll make > “ADP made switching the easiest process I have ever experienced with a payroll company. It's now been a year since I switched over and everything has continued to be **a piece of cake**!” Name Marilyn McDermott Title President Company Marilyn McDermott Solutions Industry Professional Services Employees 1 ## Switching to ADP FAQs ### How much time will the transition take? How quickly you switch depends on your company’s priorities, the services you’re using and how quickly you can access the required data. With ADP, some customers can be up and running within 2 days, while others choose to transition over a few weeks. A well-managed switch should not disrupt your payroll process. ### Does it matter what time of year I switch? While some businesses prefer to switch at the start of a quarter or year, ADP can support your move at any time. You’ll receive clear guidance on the forms and information needed to help ensure a smooth transition. ### How much time should I expect to spend on payroll after I switch? If you’re currently running payroll manually, you can expect to spend significantly less time on it after switching. The exact time savings depend on the complexity of your business. Talk to an ADP representative about your current setup to get a clearer understanding of your time savings. ### How much can I expect to spend if I switch to ADP? Costs vary based on factors like how often you run payroll, how many employees you have and which services you need. ADP will work with you to determine the right payroll setup for your business. ### What if I need live support, especially before or after business hours? RUN Powered by ADP® offers access to experienced payroll professionals, who are available to answer questions 24/7. ### How do you pay employees when a disaster strikes? ADP products are cloud-based and built on a secure, redundant network, allowing you to pay employees even if local disruptions occur. Additional services can help you manage leave and support your employees during recovery.\* ### What are the different employee payment options? From physical checks to direct deposit, employers have multiple ways to pay employees. An ADP representative can help you choose the options that best fit your business and your team. ### As an accounting professional, how can I switch my clients to ADP payroll? It is very easy to refer your clients to ADP’s payroll and HR platforms with Accountant ConnectSM, a free platform that provides access to payroll data, analysis tools, tax resources and more. To sign up or login, visit [adp.com/accountantconnect](/who-we-serve/by-partner/accountants/accountant-connect). After you login, select “refer a client”, enter your client’s information and your dedicated ADP Representative will reach out to begin the process. Make the switch to ADP Experience better small business payroll & HR. By submitting this form, you acknowledge that you have read our [Privacy Statement for Business Contacts](/privacy) and agree to our [Terms of Use](/legal). † ZipRecruiter is a registered trademark of ZipRecruiter, Inc. ‡ Legal services are provided by Upnetic Legal Services, a third-party provider. 1. As of July 1, 2026 and is subject to change. 2. Internal survey of 2,099 RUN Powered by ADP® customers in 2025 who previously processed payroll with another provider. 3. Internal survey of 1,281 RUN Powered by ADP® customers in 2026. 4. Internal survey of 869 RUN Powered by ADP® customers in 2026 who previously processed payroll with another provider. 5. Insurance products will be offered and sold only through ADPIA, its licensed agents or its licensed insurance partners; 1 ADP Blvd. Roseland, NJ 07068. CA license #0D04044. Licensed in 50 states. All services may not be available in all states. ADP, Inc. and its affiliates do not offer investment, tax or legal advice to individuals. Nothing contained in this communication (or website) is intended to be, nor should be construed as, particularized advice or a recommendation or suggestion that you take or not take a particular action. ADP, Inc. and its affiliates are not affiliated with Gusto, Paychex, QuickBooks Payroll or SurePayroll. ADPIA is a registered trademark of ADP, Inc.