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Optimize the people side of your business and get best practices, compliance guidance, assistance with talent management, and more.

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Pros:

That it entails all HR aspects. Love that everything you need to know is a click or two away.

Cons:

Our maintenance guys complain about this, even though it hasn't directly affected me since I work in the office.

ADP Comprehensive Services ratings

Average score

Ease of Use
4.2
Customer Service
4.0
Features
4.2
Value for Money
3.9

Likelihood to recommend

7.8/10

ADP Comprehensive Services has an overall rating of 4.3 out 5 stars based on 236 user reviews on Capterra.

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Cody
Cody
Controller in US
Verified LinkedIn User
Entertainment, 51–200 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Alternatives Considered:

All-Encompassing Solution for those who can live without a "White Glove" Payroll Experience

4.0 4 years ago

Comments: Overall positive, I prefer ADP over the 2 other payroll systems I've used, and the price is fair as well.

Pros:

Ease of processing payroll, and ability to contact customer service regularly to get custom reporting and resolve issues.

Cons:

Some solutions to issues are not obvious at all in the platform, and the only way to really learn is by talking with an ADP employee, and then learning it for next time. This can be a time-sink sometimes for smaller issues.

ADP Response

4 years ago

Hi Cody, Thank you so much for taking the time to provide a review! We are so happy to have you as a client. Looking forward to partnering with you in 2021! Happy Holidays!!!

Cynthia
Business Analyst in US
Defense & Space, 51–200 Employees
Used the Software for: 6-12 months
Reviewer Source

Alternatives Considered:

Review of ADP Comp Services

5.0 5 months ago

Comments: I enjoy ADP Comprehensive Services, but I wish you would consider getting more specialized in Government Contracting. I had to spend a lot of time working to customize the system for government compliance. It would be better if you had teams with specific experience in government contracting in HR and compliance.

Pros:

Everything I need is in one system and it is easy to understand once you take the time to learn the system.

Cons:

Setting it up and implementing the system. IT could be much easier. Implementation was not what I initially expected, it wasted a lot of time because it was not useful. You need to work out a way to go through implementation where it is not just about showing you what you can do, you should build in the time to actually set up and build the system.

Jill
Manager - HR in US
Financial Services Software, 201–500 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Overall decent product just needs modernization

3.0 5 months ago

Comments: I like our service expert in HR and rely on her when needed. It can depend on who you are grouped with so if you aren't getting the response as quickly as you need, you may need to request another contact. The system is big and handles an assortment of needs/tasks but can feel clunky and a bit outdated. ADP asks for feedback and continues to update the system on a quarterly basis. In the end, if you are knowledgeable in an HRIS, you can do what you need to in the system it just would be helpful if they offered easy workflows and the ability to send reports to those who aren't administrators.

Pros:

We have a good service team right now and can request changes when necessary. We know the system very well and don't have to utilize support very often. Employee information is easy to navigate.

Cons:

System is clunky and can change without notice. Performance management, although recently updated doesn't allow for goals over 100% and Comp Module doesn't flow over to payroll with dates for bonuses. Things you think would be easy to fix take a while. Also, data feeds are handled offshore and are very painful to fix and update since you don't have access to that group by portal. Everything is in email and they don't respond timely.

ADP Response

3 months ago

Hi Jill, we appreciate the detailed review of your ADP experience. We would like the opportunity to talk with you and investigate your feedback further and how we can make things right. If you are interested, email your contact information and company name to [email protected]. Looking forward to hearing from you.

Jose
Finance HR Director in US
Wholesale, 201–500 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

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Great Client Support

5.0 4 months ago

Comments: Overall everything is great so far. I like the fact that we are growing and the tools needed to help us sustain our growth are available or becoming available

Pros:

I love the fact that my executive relationship manager keeps in touch with me and always available asking if there is anything she can do assist me and my operations.

Cons:

I would say that overseas customer support can be a challenge sometimes.

gail
Director HR EHS in US
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering, 201–500 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Alternatives Considered:

ADP System Feedback

5.0 4 months ago

Comments: Our system of truth - connects to other business systems, user friendly

Pros:

easy to use variety of modules reporting connects to other business systems

Cons:

none so far - it is a great HRIS system, ADP is a great HRIS tool, we also offer a shared service to a sister company

Samantha
HR Manager in US
Human Resources, 201–500 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

ADP Comp Services - SRM

3.0 3 months ago

Comments: My overall experience with ADP is good. While it does have its challenges every system does. Overall, it works well for our company.

Pros:

I like the convenience of having everything in one place.

Cons:

I feel like the service team is hit or miss. Sometimes it feels like if you called in three times back-to-back you would get three different answers.

Janice
Director of payroll in US
Accounting Software, 1,001–5,000 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

IMI Norgren LLC

4.0 4 months ago

Comments: Overall, the service has been good and worth the extra money. As our team has improved and become certified, I am beginning to feel that we have outgrown this product

Pros:

IMI contracted with comp services in 2016. With a small and inexperienced payroll group, we relied on our ADP service team to help us complete payrolls and stay in compliance

Cons:

the service/product is dependent on the talent level of your team. When we have had low talent, things did not go well. when talent gets better our service improves

Jessica
HR Business Partner in US
Program Development, 51–200 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Alternatives Considered:

Always there to help

4.0 4 months ago

Comments: Overall experience is a plus and would recommend to others.

Pros:

I really like how there is always someone to help and get things done.

Cons:

Sometimes in some areas it would be nice to be able to just "do it ourselves" instead of having someone need to do it for us.

Sean
HR Manager in US
Maritime, 51–200 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

ADP Comprehsive

4.0 5 months ago

Comments: We have had ADP almost 10 years and it has been a positive experience

Pros:

Ease of use for myself and the company CFO/

Cons:

We have had no issues with ADP. When we need assistance the customer service team has been responsive and helpful.

Erin
HR Coordinator in US
Civil Engineering, 201–500 Employees
Used the Software for: 1+ year
Reviewer Source

Alternatives Considered:

Review of ADP Comp Services

4.0 4 months ago

Pros:

Onboarding is simple, easy access for employees to log in and edit personal information, Benefit Enrollment is simple (also love our benefit rep, [sensitive content hidden]!)

Cons:

Performance module- not very user friendly

Katie
Director of Human Resources and Administration in US
Law Practice, 51–200 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Comprehensive Services Tool

5.0 12 months ago

Pros:

I like the dedicated support staff that are assigned to us most. They are easily reachable and very knowledgeable.

Cons:

I least liked the implementation team as they were very unreliable before they turned it over to our support staff.

ADP Response

12 months ago

Hi Katie, we love hearing from our clients who upgraded from RUN! So glad to hear that your dedicated support staff has been helpful. Feel free to reach out if you need anything. Thank you for taking the time to leave a review.

Piotr
Associate Director of HR in US
Banking, 201–500 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

ADP Workforce Now Review

4.0 5 months ago

Comments: Overall experience has been positive. Representatives from different sectios are helpful. At times I would love a little extra help from certain representatives.

Pros:

I like the fact that reletionship manger really cares and promotes new product and features. Fast repsonses to cases.

Cons:

At times I would love to have a little extra support when implementing new feature or module in ADP. Video trainings or tutorials.

Sara
Sr. Payroll Specialist in US
Logistics & Supply Chain, 1,001–5,000 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Great for Payroll

3.0 4 months ago

Comments: It has been ok until recently. A lot of changes are happening and sometimes not for the best

Pros:

The system has amazing features and a great payroll system that is customizable.

Cons:

Custom setups mean that not everything works well together and we find that there are a lot of glitches. Too many updates make it hard to work smoothly within the system. The HR portion could use some work and better features to make the system run more fluidly into payroll.

ADP Response

3 months ago

Hi Sara, thank for you the feedback. We work hard to make our system user friendly, we will take this feedback back to our team. Please let us know if there's anything else that we can do to assist you.

Jeannie
HR COORDINATOR in US
Furniture, 51–200 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Evaluator of HRMS systems

2.0 5 months ago

Comments: Really don't like it for what we're paying. Payroll is great but very cumbersome. Training to navigate on how to ensure the correct way to process sometimes very unclear.

Pros:

I'm not sure what that is. I tried to reach out and have HR rep to explain. Very much still unclear for what we pay.

Cons:

$$$$$ - Very very expensive even with the discount. Reporting engine and custom reporting difficult and a lot of time inaccurate unless you know the systems capabilities and what to report.

ADP Response

3 months ago

Hi Jeannie. Thank you for posting a review. We’re sorry that your experience did not match your expectations. We would like the opportunity to talk with you and investigate your feedback further and how we can make things right. If you are interested, email your contact information and company name to [email protected]. Looking forward to hearing from you.

Martha
HRIS Manager in US
Hospital & Health Care, 5,001–10,000 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Alternatives Considered:

ADP Comprehensive Services Helps Us Succeed

5.0 4 months ago

Comments: Very favorable impression from everyone.

Pros:

Having a dedicated service team who goes the extra mile. Also having a relationship manager who can intervene when needed.

Cons:

Comp services is great. No cons now, but we did go through several reps in a short time at first, which was frustrating.

Tara
Sr. PC and Payroll Specialist in US
Marketing & Advertising, 201–500 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Great Service Team

4.0 4 months ago

Comments: Overall, the system is user friendly. There are a lot of resources available when you need help. I continue to have a good experience with ADP and would recommend.

Pros:

The ability to pick up the phone and get a human on the other end in seconds! When you need someone to pick up, they are always available immediately. Our payroll rep is top notch, always goes the extra mile for me.

Cons:

If you are fortunate enough to get a seasoned Team, they are amazing. We were given a new employee for almost a year for payroll, and it was a disaster. We have been solid now with an amazing Team after the switch, which we had to initiate.

Bobbi Jo
Director of People and Culture in US
Health, Wellness & Fitness, 51–200 Employees
Used the Software for: 1+ year
Reviewer Source

Alternatives Considered:

Comp Services Review

5.0 12 months ago

Comments: Great services and product overall. Great Payroll and HR resources

Pros:

Innovation and comprehensive resources are vital to success. Has taken the place of multiple previous resources.

Cons:

The backup customer service representatives are not always as knowledgable about the system and support needed as our regular reps are.

ADP Response

12 months ago

Hi Bobbi Jo, thank you for taking the time to leave this great review! We are so glad to hear that you are enjoying the services and product overall, and that it's been vital to success. We look forward to a continued partnership! If you are interested, we think you may be a great fit for our reference program. This is a fantastic way to strategically network by joining 1x1 meetings with other professionals considering working with ADP to share your experience. Plus, you can take these calls at your preference – as often as monthly, or as infrequently as once or twice a year! Learn more on a quick Welcome Call with Melissa, the program manager, by clicking below to schedule: https://calendly.com/melissa-dunkerley

Kayla
Payroll and HR Admin in US
Transportation/Trucking/Railroad, 11–50 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Enter with no knowledge leave a pro

5.0 last year

Pros:

You can begin using Comprehensive Services with no ADP knowledge and quickly become a pro. The teams want you to succeed and will help in anway you can. The Comp Services team will become your coworkers - and the best ones ever at that.

Cons:

Have had some issues with Tax Services but have seen a huge change the past 2 years for the better.

ADP Response

12 months ago

Hi Kayla, we are glad to hear about your 10/10 experience with Comp Services! Thank you so much for the detailed review. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. We think you would be a great potential fit for our Reference Program if you are interested! This is a fantastic way to strategically network by joining 1x1 meetings with other professionals considering working with ADP to share your experience. Plus, you can take these calls at your preference – as often as monthly, or as infrequently as once or twice a year! Learn more on a quick Welcome Call with Melissa, the program manager, by clicking below to schedule: https://calendly.com/melissa-dunkerley

Kristie
Payroll Manager in US
Semiconductors, 1,001–5,000 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Great Service for Greener Teams

5.0 4 months ago

Comments: It's great to have the additional support and I think the service can be really helpful for clients with less seasoned payroll teams; however, for clients with seasoned payroll teams who have experience running their own processes, it can be frustrating to wait for ADP to do tasks that can be done quicker on the client side.

Pros:

I like that we have the support of our dedicated ADP service team no matter what the challenge is.

Cons:

As someone who has used both Comp and Non-Comp Services, I find it challenging not to have the ability to process payroll (specifically running previews) or calculate manual checks.

Paula
HR Generalist in US
Automotive, 201–500 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Love having options for employees!

5.0 4 months ago

Comments: I love that they reach out to me as well and include me in what has taken place with the employee.

Pros:

It makes it easy for employees that have questions to reach out and get precise answers quickly. It is a big help to employees if I am tied up with other tasks by giving them another avenue to seek assistance.

Cons:

I can not think of any down side to the service.

Ping
Operations Analyst in US
Oil & Energy, 501–1,000 Employees
Used the Software for: 1+ year
Reviewer Source

Comprehensive function on data analyasis

4.0 5 months ago

Pros:

I enjoy the fast, up-to-date functionality of ADP that allows me to download data and generate comprehensive reports for whatever I need. The indicators and selection functions are easy to navigate, and the platform is very reliable.

Cons:

I think the ADP homepage is not fully utilized. The information provided is not the most useful, and the platform could do a better job of enhancing user-friendliness and making essential personal and functional information more visible.

Lori
Human Resource in US
Automotive, 51–200 Employees
Used the Software for: 6-12 months
Reviewer Source

Human Resources Manager

1.0 3 months ago

Comments: Not great customer service declining a great service that is available, due to not making anymore $$.

Pros:

[sensitive content hidden]is awesome to work with, she is spot on every time.

Cons:

You folks declined to offer us NexGen because it would not increase their revenue. Super sad!

ADP Response

3 months ago

Hi Lori. Thank you for posting a review and we’re sorry to hear that your experience was not up to standards. We would like the opportunity to talk and investigate your feedback further. If you’re interested, please email your contact info to [email protected]. We’ll get you in touch with the right team to help resolve your issues as quickly as possible.

Hemali
HR Director, Operations and Benefits in US
Retail, 1,001–5,000 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Comprehensive Service - Way to go for all Payroll leaders

5.0 4 months ago

Pros:

[sensitive content hidden] - Our payroll partner at ADP is very detail and stays on top of all of our issues.

Cons:

Back up for [sensitive content hidden] - when he is out, his back up are not trained properly.

M.
HR Manager in US
Renewables & Environment, 51–200 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

ADP Review

4.0 3 months ago

Pros:

The ease of accessibility navigating the site.

Cons:

Lack of and time frame of communication through Bridge.

Rachel
Talent Acquisition Specialist in US
Financial Services Software, 501–1,000 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Highly beneficial and easy to use!

5.0 4 months ago

Comments: Fantastic, it's fast and helpful in every way I need.

Pros:

Easy to use, great features, very well laid out.

Cons:

Customer service can be a little slow, but when I do have contact with someone they are very helpful.