--- title: "RUN Powered by ADP® Payroll Software | ADP" description: "Run payroll fast, do more for your employees and confidently grow your small business." --- Small business payroll & HR software # RUN Powered by ADP® payroll and HR platform RUN Powered by ADP® is G2’s #1 Best Software Product for Small Businesses two years running. From fast payroll to real-person support and compliance confidence, see what sets it apart. 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) Already using ADP? [Sign in](https://signin.adp.com/) or [get support](/contact-us/customer-service). ![Screenshot of RUN by ADP dashboard with payroll, HR, hiring and reporting tools, plus a G2 2026 badge for #1 Rated Small Business Product](https://marketing-assets.adp.com/api/public/content/d114d69bae5f4889b74bfea3aa9e1a49?v=da3481a3) ## 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. - [How it works](#ADP_00dc1eda167942579c2e168028c64ec1) - [What's included](#ADP_8626fd8b61a148488d055387e15f9c04) - [Packages](#ADP_11b4b5d179ef44519d63c39461901015) Take a tour ## See how the RUN platform helps you run payroll and HR ### Tackle everyday payroll tasks Automate payroll calculations, spot potential errors before you submit and see your next payroll date and priorities the moment you log in. ### Tackle everyday payroll tasks Automate payroll calculations, spot potential errors before you submit and see your next payroll date and priorities the moment you log in. ### Support your team from hire to payday Bring hiring, onboarding and employee self-service into one place. Plus, get 24/7 support from payroll specialists whenever you need guidance. ### Support your team from hire to payday Bring hiring, onboarding and employee self-service into one place. Plus, get 24/7 support from payroll specialists whenever you need guidance. ![Screenshot of RUN platform depicting payroll cycles, HR tools and employee support functions ](https://marketing-assets.adp.com/api/public/content/08149436a53a48709c28648beb39c21a?v=95d75c3a) ### Stay connected and ready as you grow Integrate your favorite apps and keep up with changing tax laws and regulations — all inside a platform that keeps getting smarter over time. ### Stay connected and ready as you grow Integrate your favorite apps and keep up with changing tax laws and regulations — all inside a platform that keeps getting smarter over time. ![Animation of RUN platform depicting benefits administration, compliance features, and AI tools ](https://marketing-assets.adp.com/api/public/content/80afb46f05ad48f28aa930e4a716162a?v=880085ce) Launch Self-Guided Demo ## Everything small businesses need, built into RUN Powered by ADP - ### Payroll and payments - Run payroll in minutes from your desktop or mobile device - Pay employees by direct deposit, a Wisely debit card1 or paper check - Automate recurring payroll - Manage client invoices, vendor bills and cash flow2 in one place - Process payroll alongside payments with Clover POS integration - ### Tax filing and compliance - Automatically calculate and file payroll taxes - Avoid payroll mistakes with AI-enabled error flagging - Stay current with federal and state payroll regulations - Generate and e-file W-2 and 1099 year-end forms - Access compliance updates and guidance - ### HR and employee tools - Recruit, hire and onboard employees - Offer benefits like insurance and retirement options - Track time and scheduling to manage labor costs - Give employees secure mobile access to pay and forms - Use salary benchmarking insights to stay competitive - Get 24/7 real-person support from payroll professionals Get Pricing For businesses with 1-49 employees ## Pick the package that fits your business 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) ## Add the tools your business needs - ### Business insurance and health benefits Plan for the coverage you need, like workers’ compensation, while helping protect cash flow.3 [Learn More](/what-we-offer/benefits) - ### Retirement solutions Take care of the people you count on with competitive retirement plan options. [Learn More](/what-we-offer/benefits/retirement) - ### Time and scheduling Automate time tracking, help simplify compliance and keep labor costs in check. [Learn More](/what-we-offer/time-and-attendance) - ### Point of sale Connect ADP® with Clover® point of sale to run payroll and take payments. [Learn More](/what-we-offer/products/clover) ![Logo of selected apps and software solutions that can be seamlessly integrated with ADP, including Clover, QuickBooks and Xero](https://marketing-assets.adp.com/api/public/content/f22a611c617e489d99885193fbec7a2c?v=71b4ab3b) [Integrate ADP](/what-we-offer/integrations) with your favorite accounting, POS, HR and business software. ## Why small businesses choose ADP - ![Richard Schmitt, small professional services business owner, loves how time-saving running payroll and tax submissions are with ADP](https://marketing-assets.adp.com/api/public/content/53320bf5e68d427c82934344bc12f48c?v=cd8682c3) ### Faster payroll, lower overhead > “RUN simplified my payroll process to taking **less than an hour per week**, saving my company lots of money and time. ADP handles my tax applications and submissions. **I couldn’t be happier.**” Name Richard Schmitt Title Director of Finance Company Voodoo Franchise Group Industry Professional Services Employees 6-10 - ![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 - ![Kennedy Humphrey, HR manager for a wholesale business, appreciates how efficiently ADP handles most of the company's administrative and compliance work](https://marketing-assets.adp.com/api/public/content/79ce0ac8cd7b4e5ab6cc9aa43715a9dc?v=2a50efaf) ### Take hours out of doing business > “**ADP makes it easy to do business**. They take care of the bulk of the admin and compliance work, **giving you the time back** to oversee your operations.” [Read Case Study](/resources/what-others-say/testimonials/i/innovative-hr-payroll-compliance-gaia-flooring) Name Kennedy Humphrey Title HR Manager Company Gaia Flooring Industry Wholesale Employees 26-49 - ![Richard Tamaki, manufacturing company COO, touts ADP as a comprehensive solution for small business payroll and HR needs in a compliance-complex state](https://marketing-assets.adp.com/api/public/content/1d4b0aca155648929adad543052ea210?v=8aabce3b) ### Manage compliance without the overhead > “ADP is a **one-stop shop** that efficiently takes care of all your payroll needs. It’s **a cost-effective solution** to help small businesses stay on top of all the labor law requirements, especially in highly regulated states such as California.” Name Richard Tamaki Title Chief Operating Officer Company Molecular GPS Technologies Industry Manufacturing Employees 11-25 ## Results that matter to your business See the impact of payroll and HR with RUN Powered by ADP. ![Man in floral shop happily holding a tablet, depicting the satisfaction surveyed small owners feel with ADP payroll and HR solutions](https://marketing-assets.adp.com/api/public/content/f8c7ec9bfb3a40b0b8ec0597d0aaca92?v=a430d2d5) ### 9 out of 10customers get peace of mind with ADP's 24/7 real-person payroll support.4 ### 9 out of 10customers trust ADP to do their payroll on time and accurately.4 ### 9 out of 10customers say ADP's error flagging (A.I. powered) helps them avoid common payroll mistakes.4 ## Run payroll anywhere with the ADP mobile app Run payroll, check reports and stay connected to your team from your phone with the mobile app for RUN Powered by ADP®. ![Run-payroll-anywhere-ExternalMedia](/-/media/project/tenants/amstenant/us/redesign-fy27/what-we-offer/products/run-powered-by-adp/run-payroll-anywhere-externalmedia.jpg?h=600&iar=0&w=660&rev=fe1859dd84c848d3bc2c84a742461fb4&hash=5176CEAC1AFBB0D798D2B97DA00E96B9) - ### Run payroll on the go Process payroll quickly from your mobile device, wherever work happens. - ### Support your team wherever they are Employees can access pay statements, tax forms and updates through the mobile app. - ### Keep important tasks on track Receive reminders, alerts and updates so payroll and HR tasks stay on schedule. ## Trusted by small businesses. Recognized across the industry. 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[Detailed information about RUN Powered by ADP®](/knowledge/products/run/about) - [See why business owners choose RUN Powered by ADP® for payroll](/knowledge/products/run/why-run) - [Learn about the implementation process for RUN Powered by ADP®](/knowledge/products/run/implementation) - [Learn about integrations for RUN Powered by ADP®](/knowledge/products/run/integrations) ## Payroll and HR insights for small businesses - [ ![Payroll checklist for small businesses](https://marketing-assets.adp.com/api/public/content/90889d11b8414461aabc2236aa42cb1e?v=77ca3b7e) Insight ### Payroll checklist for small businesses Read Now ](/resources/articles-and-insights/articles/p/payroll-checklist) - [ ![How to choose a payroll provider for your business](https://marketing-assets.adp.com/api/public/content/c34761e638834e058dd3d803652149a9?v=5148e767) Guidebook ### How to choose a payroll provider for your business Download Now ](/resources/articles-and-insights/articles/c/choosing-the-right-payroll-provider-for-your-business) - 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RUN Powered by ADP® is payroll and HR software designed specifically for small businesses. It helps employers run payroll, manage payroll taxes and support their teams in one integrated platform. ### Is RUN Powered by ADP designed for small businesses? Yes. RUN Powered by ADP is built specifically for small teams and supports more than 900,000 small businesses. The platform helps business owners manage payroll, HR tasks and compliance even if they do not have a dedicated HR team. ### How does RUN Powered by ADP help with payroll taxes? RUN Powered by ADP automatically calculates payroll taxes and can file federal, state and local payroll taxes on your behalf with proper authorization. It also prepares and delivers year-end tax forms like W-2s and 1099s. ### Does RUN Powered by ADP include HR tools? Yes. RUN Powered by ADP includes HR tools that help with hiring, onboarding, employee self-service, compliance guidance and benefits options. ### Can RUN Powered by ADP integrate with other business software? Yes. RUN Powered by ADP integrates with accounting software, point-of-sale (POS) systems and other business tools so payroll can work alongside the systems many small businesses already use. ### Can my employees access their payroll information with RUN Powered by ADP? Yes. Employees can securely access pay statements, tax forms and personal information through the RUN platform's employee self-service tools. ### Can I run payroll from my phone? Yes. The RUN mobile app allows business owners to run payroll, review reports and manage payroll tasks from their mobile device. ## Fast and easy payroll solution Let’s find the perfect solution for your business. [800-225-5237](tel:8002255237) 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. Wisely Direct is not a payroll card. 2. Bill pay and invoicing features are provided by a third party and ADP is not liable or responsible for the service, security, privacy, or availability of the third-party service, platform or website. Additional terms, conditions and [fees](https://info.adp.com/cashflow-central-fees) may apply to services from the third party. ADP may receive a referral fee or other compensation from the third party. 3. All insurance products will be offered and sold only through Automatic Data Processing Insurance Agency, Inc.,(ADPIA) its licensed agents or its licensed insurance partners, One ADP Blvd. Roseland, NJ 07068. CA license #0D04044. Licensed in 50 states. ADPIA is an affiliate of ADP, Inc. 4. Internal survey of 1,281 RUN Powered by ADP® customers in 2026.