# ADP TotalSource Software 2026: Features, Integrations, Pros & Cons | Capterra

> Capterra's in-depth exploration of ADP TotalSource Software's capabilities reveals its suitability for various software needs and provides a comprehensive overview of ADP TotalSource Software pricing, features, integrations, and potential alternatives.

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 ADP TotalSource Software Review 2026: Features, Integrations, Pros & Cons

Last updated on August 8, 2025

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[Key takeaways](#key-takeaways)[Our verdict](#our-verdict)[Alternatives](#alternatives)[Users](#users)[Pros and Cons](#pros-cons)[Interface](#interface)[Features](#features)[Pricing](#pricing)[Integrations](#integrations)[Support](#support)[Reviews](#reviews)

ADP TotalSource

ADP TotalSource Overview:

### Key takeaways

Insights from verified Capterra reviews

ADP TotalSource is a human resources (HR) platform used mostly by small businesses in industries like IT, construction, and nonprofit management. It helps teams manage payroll, benefits, and HR tasks in one place. You can count on ADP TotalSource for reliable payroll and easy-to-use employee self-service tools. That said, many teams report slow support and unclear pricing.

### Our verdict

It’s a good match for small businesses that want to offload HR complexity while gaining access to enterprise-level benefits. It’s especially useful for teams without in-house HR expertise. While its bundled services simplify operations, buyers should expect trade-offs in reporting flexibility, compliance workflows, and benefits customization, which may require additional support or workarounds.

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Overall rating

Based on 456 user reviews

Reviews sentiment

Positive

83%

Neutral

11%

Negative

7%

Pros & cons

Streamlined user experience

Centralized HR data management

Cumbersome and limited reporting tools

High and non-transparent pricing

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### ADP TotalSource

4.2 (456)

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Ease Of Use

4.1 (454)

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4.3 (1,830)

Value For Money

3.9 (388)

Value For Money

4.2 (1,493)

Customer Service

4.1 (398)

Customer Service

4.1 (1,563)

## ADP TotalSource alternatives

ADP TotalSource may not suit teams that need more customizable reporting, deeper analytics, or flexible tools for managing health benefits and compliance. If your priorities lean toward modular HR features or more control over configuration, other platforms may align better.

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Starting price

$29.00

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Pricing Options

Free Trial

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User Rating

96%

of reviewers

rated it above 4 stars

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User Rating

87%

of reviewers

rated it above 4 stars

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Starting price

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Pricing Options

Free Trial

Free Version

User Rating

87%

of reviewers

rated it above 4 stars

Highest Rated

[4.9 (4,270)](https://www.capterra.com/p/205015/Deel/reviews/)

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$5.00

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Pricing Options

Free Trial

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User Rating

98%

of reviewers

rated it above 4 stars

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## Who uses ADP TotalSource?

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## Pros and Cons

Streamlined user experience

83% positive reviews out of 101

Most users report ease of use through intuitive navigation, quick access to HR functions, and a user-friendly interface that simplifies routine processes and reduces training time.

Greta V

Institutional Development Director, 2 - 10 employees.

"The convenience of having all functions on one easy-to-use portal."

Cumbersome and limited reporting tools

55% negative reviews out of 60

Some users report reporting as difficult to navigate, with limited customization, unintuitive interfaces, and challenges in locating or generating specific reports.

Peter K

Chief Financial Officer, 11 - 50 employees.

"Writing new reports was tricky. When one writes reports only once in a while, it is difficult to remember the process."

Centralized HR data management

86% positive reviews out of 35

Most reviewers describe organized information as having all HR resources, data, and tools easily accessible in one unified platform, making daily tasks more efficient and minimizing time spent searching for details.

Serenity N

Sr. Director of Administration and HR, 11 - 50 employees.

"It's great to have a combined package that allows us to have everything under one platform."

High and non-transparent pricing

68% negative reviews out of 47

Most reviewers describe pricing as expensive, with frequent fee increases, unclear billing, and limited transparency regarding service costs and benefit charges.

Comprehensive support for small businesses

80% positive reviews out of 25

Most reviewers indicate small business features offer tailored HR and payroll solutions, enabling smaller organizations to access benefits and services typically unavailable without extensive internal resources.

Slow and inconsistent support response

71% negative reviews out of 34

Most users report response time issues, citing delayed replies, unresolved tickets, and difficulty reaching knowledgeable representatives for urgent matters.

Rowie M

HR Manager, 51 - 200 employees.

"he primary drawback of ADP TotalSource is the response time from representatives. When urgent issues arise, it can feel as though they are not treated with the same level of urgency by the support team."

## ADP TotalSource's interface

It brings HR tools, payroll, and benefits into one platform. While your team gets all-in-one access, basic tasks—like locating payroll reports or navigating benefits modules—can take extra steps until you're familiar with the layout.

Emilie Audubert

Content Analyst

If your team handles HR tasks regularly, expect to spend time upfront learning the layout. The platform covers a wide range of functions, but locating reports or benefits settings may take extra clicks once you’ve learned your way around.

Ease of Use

4.1 (454)

4.1

Based on 454 reviews

## Key features

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These features have been rated as most important by users based on their reviews.

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It combines payroll and benefits tools to help HR teams manage employee services and compliance. Payroll reliability, benefits administration, and self-service tools make recurring HR tasks easier to handle.

Features

4.2 (452)

4.2

Based on 452 reviews

These ADP TotalSource features were rated highest by reviewers. Our commentary is based on reviewer sentiment and collective feedback from reviews published in the past two years.

Employee benefits administration

4.4 (36)

36 reviewers rated this feature

Manage a wide selection of employee benefits with built-in self-service tools. Your team can enroll, compare plans, and make changes independently, which helps reduce admin workload. Pricing may be a concern, but overall functionality is strong.

Payroll management

4.0 (159)

159 reviewers rated this feature

Run payroll, adjust timecards, and ensure tax compliance with automated workflows. The system supports salary payouts and garnishments, though the interface may feel quirky at times. Timely and accurate payroll is a consistent highlight.

Reporting/analytics

3.2 (72)

72 reviewers rated this feature

Generate reports and analyze HR, payroll, and benefits data.

Health insurance administration

3.5 (28)

28 reviewers rated this feature

Manage employee health insurance plans and provider connections.

Employee management

3.5 (88)

88 reviewers rated this feature

Oversee employee records, roles, and HR tasks.

Access controls/permissions

3.7 (27)

27 reviewers rated this feature

Set user roles and manage access to sensitive data.

Compliance management

3.7 (74)

74 reviewers rated this feature

Track and manage regulatory requirements across HR and payroll processes.

Tax compliance

3.7 (26)

26 reviewers rated this feature

Automate tax calculations, filings, and document generation.

StandOut employee engagement and leadership training

0 reviewers rated this feature

Support employee development with tools that measure engagement and identify leadership potential. This helps HR teams foster growth through personalized coaching and performance insights, aligning talent with business goals.

Compensation analysis self-service tool

0 reviewers rated this feature

Enable HR teams to evaluate pay structures using market benchmarks and internal data. You can identify pay gaps, model compensation scenarios, and support equitable salary decisions across roles and departments.

Employee practice liability insurance (EPLI) and legal defense benefit

0 reviewers rated this feature

Protect the organization from employment-related claims with EPLI coverage and legal support. This feature includes access to legal counsel and defense resources, helping HR teams manage risk and maintain compliance.

Enhanced talent suite

0 reviewers rated this feature

Manage recruitment, performance, compensation, and succession planning in one integrated module. It supports long-term workforce planning and helps HR leaders align talent strategy with organizational growth.

Onboard by HR Cloud integration

0 reviewers rated this feature

Streamline new hire onboarding with customizable workflows, automated document collection, and faster employee setup. This helps HR teams reduce manual tasks and improve onboarding consistency. (Updated in 2025)

Compliance Compass dashboard

0 reviewers rated this feature

Monitor federal and state compliance tasks in one unified view. The dashboard provides real-time updates and deadline tracking, helping HR teams stay ahead of regulatory changes. (Updated in 2025)

ADP Virtual Assistant for employee questions

0 reviewers rated this feature

Access an AI-powered chat assistant that helps employees get quick answers to HR and payroll questions. It reduces administrative workload and improves response times. (Updated in 2025)

All key features (98)

Tools for collecting comprehensive feedback on an employee from peers, subordinates, and manager

0% of 0 reviewers...

Track 401(k) participant contributions and employer match

100.00% of 1 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

Collect data and compile reports to stay in compliance with Affordable Care Act requirements

33.33% of 6 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

Set user roles and manage access to sensitive data.

27 reviewers rated this feature

Built-in accounting to manage ledger, accounts payable/receivable, financial reports, etc.

0% of 0 reviewers...

Integrate with a third-party accounting system

0% of 0 reviewers...

Dashboard to view the status of ongoing processes, identify current incidents and track past activities

100.00% of 1 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

Access an AI-powered chat assistant that helps employees get quick answers to HR and payroll questions. It reduces administrative workload and improves response times. (Updated in 2025)

0 reviewers rated this feature

Alerts or notifications of various types such as pop-up messages, sounds, banners, or badges

100.00% of 2 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

Application programming interface that allows for integration with other systems/databases

0% of 0 reviewers...

Find and manage potential candidates and their applications and resumes through the recruiting life cycle

13.33% of 15 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

Manage the process of evaluating documents or requests submitted for approval

100.00% of 1 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

Manage attendance for classes, shifts, meetings, or events

0% of 0 reviewers...

Delegate benefits administration to third party vendors

0% of 0 reviewers...

Use a dashboard to view benefits that are selected by employees or offered by employers

86.36% of 22 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

ADP TotalSource gives you streamlined benefits administration, letting employees easily access and enroll in plans. Reviewers appreciate the cost savings and broad benefit options, but some say health insurance rates are high and not always competitive for smaller companies.

77.98% of 109 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

Track and manage schedules and meetings via an integrated calendar

0.00% of 1 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

Private online space that lets businesses securely share documents and provide information access to clients

0.00% of 3 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

Manage mandated benefit continuation for employees who no longer work for the company for a limited time period

0% of 0 reviewers...

Provides a channel for team members to share media files, communicate, and work together

0% of 0 reviewers...

Enable HR teams to evaluate pay structures using market benchmarks and internal data. You can identify pay gaps, model compensation scenarios, and support equitable salary decisions across roles and departments.

0 reviewers rated this feature

Manages compensation such as salary, bonus, and benefits processes, aligning with policies

25.00% of 12 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

Monitor federal and state compliance tasks in one unified view. The dashboard provides real-time updates and deadline tracking, helping HR teams stay ahead of regulatory changes. (Updated in 2025)

0 reviewers rated this feature

Track and manage regulatory requirements across HR and payroll processes.

74 reviewers rated this feature

Add customized logos and colors to align with company branding

0.00% of 2 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

Customize data fields to support various needs and use cases

0.00% of 1 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

Alter the layout and content of reports

0% of 0 reviewers...

Pre-designed layouts that can be customized to match preferences and requirements

0.00% of 1 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

Import and export data to and from software applications

0% of 0 reviewers...

Protect sensitive data for digital privacy

200.00% of 1 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

Digitally deposit correct payroll amounts into individual employee's bank accounts

100.00% of 3 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

Set up and manage short and/or long term disability insurance benefits

0% of 0 reviewers...

Store, manage, and track all electronic documents in a centralized location

57.14% of 21 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

Store and organize documents in a centralized system

0% of 0 reviewers...

Digital forms that are shared and accessed online

66.67% of 6 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

Digitally sign online documents

0.00% of 2 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

Manage a wide selection of employee benefits with built-in self-service tools. Your team can enroll, compare plans, and make changes independently, which helps reduce admin workload. Pricing may be a concern, but overall functionality is strong.

36 reviewers rated this feature

Electronic storage of staff/employee contact information and job status in a centralized repository

75.00% of 116 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

Tools to improve and measure employee satisfaction and involvement

0.00% of 3 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

Create and share a new employee handbook with helpful information

0.00% of 1 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

Oversee employee records, roles, and HR tasks.

88 reviewers rated this feature

Process of familiarizing new employees with the company, their position, and responsibilities

70.59% of 17 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

Online portal where employees can access and track their own information

0% of 0 reviewers...

Protect the organization from employment-related claims with EPLI coverage and legal support. This feature includes access to legal counsel and defense resources, helping HR teams manage risk and maintain compliance.

0 reviewers rated this feature

Centralized storage for employee data, records, and performance metrics

100.00% of 2 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

Gateway through which employees can access the system

0% of 0 reviewers...

Manage recruitment, performance, compensation, and succession planning in one integrated module. It supports long-term workforce planning and helps HR leaders align talent strategy with organizational growth.

0 reviewers rated this feature

Collecting, analyzing, and utilizing feedback from users or customers to improve a product or service

0% of 0 reviewers...

Track employee time off under the family and medical leave act (FMLA)

0% of 0 reviewers...

Designed for professional employer organizations or administrative services organizations.

0% of 0 reviewers...

Allows employees to set and manage work or career related goals

0.00% of 1 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

Manage employee health insurance plans and provider connections.

28 reviewers rated this feature

Managing service requests, incidents, IT issues & support with a ticketing system

0.00% of 1 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

Compliant with HIPAA, which sets standards for sensitive patient data protection

33.33% of 3 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

ADP TotalSource offers tools to help you stay compliant and organized with HR tasks. Reviewers appreciate the compliance support, reporting tools, and knowledgeable HR partners, though some mention slow response times and a less robust experience compared to other areas.

75.44% of 114 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

Set up and manage health savings and flexible spending accounts for your employees

0% of 0 reviewers...

Involves selling of insurance solutions, managing policies, handling claims & assessing risk and coverage

80.00% of 5 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

Create, share, and manage the distribution of job descriptions/duties

0% of 0 reviewers...

Facilitate training materials that help employees grow and progress in their positions

0% of 0 reviewers...

Set up and manage life insurance benefits for your employees

0% of 0 reviewers...

Access software remotely via mobile devices

33.33% of 6 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

Access the system via a mobile application

0.00% of 2 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

Closing out contracts by reviewing contract/project completion, finalizing payments, and ensuring terms and compliance as been achieved

0.00% of 1 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

Streamline new hire onboarding with customizable workflows, automated document collection, and faster employee setup. This helps HR teams reduce manual tasks and improve onboarding consistency. (Updated in 2025)

0 reviewers rated this feature

Process of familiarizing new clients, stakeholders or employees with the company, a new location, or a service

83.33% of 18 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

Select benefits and provide information needed to participate in a benefit via an online portal

72.00% of 75 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

Create orientation programs for new employees or students

72.73% of 11 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

Run payroll, adjust timecards, and ensure tax compliance with automated workflows. The system supports salary payouts and garnishments, though the interface may feel quirky at times. Timely and accurate payroll is a consistent highlight.

159 reviewers rated this feature

View and track payroll metrics including tax liabilities, pay rates, working hours, deductions and more

73.68% of 19 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

Organize and manage the accomplishments and development of employees or performance of applications or systems

50.00% of 2 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

Streamlining repetitive tasks and activities through automated and predefined workflows

0% of 0 reviewers...

System that helps businesses manage their relationships with various third-party vendors, suppliers, and service providers

0% of 0 reviewers...

Active reporting of data and metrics

0% of 0 reviewers...

Tools to find, assess, and hire suitable candidates for a job within an organization

30.00% of 10 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

Timed notification for any upcoming task, deadline, appointment, or activity

60.00% of 5 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

Collection, analysis, and representation of numerical data and generation of reports to understand various patterns

50.00% of 2 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

Generate reports and analyze HR, payroll, and benefits data.

72 reviewers rated this feature

Set up and manage retirement benefits for your employees

0% of 0 reviewers...

It helps you and your employees access payroll, benefits, and personal info independently. Reviewers indicate the portal is generally easy to use and saves admin time, though some wish it were more intuitive and note occasional difficulties finding information.

77.53% of 89 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

Track and manage sick leave time

50.00% of 2 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

Support employee development with tools that measure engagement and identify leadership potential. This helps HR teams foster growth through personalized coaching and performance insights, aligning talent with business goals.

0 reviewers rated this feature

Planning, tracking and developing internal talent for future key position filling

0% of 0 reviewers...

Gauge satisfaction and receive information for improvement and success

0.00% of 1 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

Create, manage and track all task activities and progression

100.00% of 1 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

Calculate tax and make deductions on gross income from sources like wages, investments or self-employment

95.45% of 22 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

Automate tax calculations, filings, and document generation.

26 reviewers rated this feature

Implementation of various strategies to manage tax obligations via planning and maintaining compliance

100.00% of 2 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

Addition of necessary external data, applications, tools, or features

0.00% of 1 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

Set up connections to third-party platforms to improve business processes

0.00% of 2 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

Track and manage employee's work hours to improve payroll accuracy

91.30% of 23 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

Track and manage employee time-off, vacation, and sick leave requests

66.67% of 3 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

Measure and track time including hours worked and paid time off (PTO)

63.64% of 11 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

Track employee/learner's progression through training programs

75.00% of 4 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

Request, track, and manage time off requests and vacation time

20.00% of 5 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

Automatically create and distribute W-2/1099 tax forms to employees.

95.45% of 22 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

Automatically subtract garnishments from wages

25.00% of 4 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

Create, design and manage workflows for repetitive tasks

66.67% of 3 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

A set of processes to optimize the productivity of its employees

100.00% of 1 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

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Emilie Audubert

Content Analyst

It combines payroll and benefits tools to help HR teams manage employee services and compliance. Payroll reliability, benefits administration, and self-service tools make recurring HR tasks easier to handle.

Features

4.2 (452)

4.2

Based on 452 reviews

## Pricing

ADP TotalSource does not publicly list pricing on its website. Buyers must contact the vendor for a custom quote based on company size, selected services, and employee count. But to give you an idea of the market, **most HR buyers** we spoke to **budget around $74 per user, per month.**

### Starting price

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Emilie Audubert

Content Analyst

The platform’s pricing scales with the level of HR services you choose. The good part is that it’s built to align cost with coverage across payroll, benefits, and compliance.

Value for money

3.9 (388)

3.9

Based on 388 reviews

## Integrations

It integrates with both native and third-party HR systems to support onboarding, payroll mapping, and compliance tracking. These connections help SMBs sync employee data across platforms and reduce duplicate entry during setup and reporting.

Popular integrations

[

ADP SmartCompliance](https://www.capterra.com/p/226192/ADP-SmartCompliance/)

Content Analyst

Senior Content Analyst

Connecting ADP TotalSource with external HR systems helps your team automate onboarding, sync employee records, and manage compliance tasks more efficiently. It also reduces admin time and improves data accuracy across platforms.

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## Support, customer service and training options

Customer Service

4.1 (398)

Support

-   Email/Help Desk
-   FAQs/Forum
-   Knowledge Base
-   Phone Support
-   24/7 (Live rep)
-   Chat

Training

-   In Person
-   Live Online
-   Webinars
-   Documentation
-   Videos

Deployment

-   Web
-   Android
-   iPhone/iPad

Typical users

-   Freelancers
-   Small businesses
-   Mid size businesses
-   Enterprises

Customer Service

4.1 (398)

4.1

Based on 398 reviews

## User reviews

Overall rating

4.2

Based on 456 reviews

Filter by rating

5(233)

4(145)

3(48)

2(13)

1(17)

Mentioned topic

Sorted by most recent

TH

Teresa H.

Director of Business Operations and CFO

Education Management

### "Good at first, until it wasn’t."

2.0

Overall Rating

2.0

2.0

Ease of Use

2.0

2.0

Features

2.0

2.0

Customer Service

2.0

2.0

Likelihood to Recommend

3/10

April 24, 2026

We have made the decision to partner with another PEO going forward. ADP TotalSource was not the right fit for us.

Pros

Lower benefits cost is the best thing about ADP TotalSource. We saved the company and our employees significant money.

Cons

The Time and Attendance feature is awful. It. Requires so much more work than other payroll company platforms.

Switched from

[CheckWriters](https://www.capterra.com/p/171540/HRCheck/)

We are expanding and needed something that would be all encompassing.

Review source

Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication.

GV

Greta V.

Institutional Development Director

Non-Profit Organization Management

### "User-friendly, but costs are becoming prohibitive"

4.0

Overall Rating

4.0

4.0

Ease of Use

4.0

4.0

Features

4.0

4.0

Customer Service

5.0

5.0

Likelihood to Recommend

8/10

March 19, 2026

Pros

The platform is very easy to use for staff. From the Admin perspective, it is also very user-friendly.

Cons

The cost is high for a nonprofit like ours. The market has other options for similar products for lower costs.

Review source

Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication.

Response from Vendor

March 27, 2026

Hi Greta, We appreciate your review which inspires us to delivery top-notch service. It is nice to hear the ADP platform is easy to use &amp; user-friendly. And we are especially appreciative for you sharing your honest feedback - this is helpful to our team. We are thankful for the partnership!

Harshul S.

Sr tech specialist

Information Technology and Services

### "Reliable HR platform with a learning curve"

5.0

Overall Rating

5.0

5.0

Ease of Use

4.0

4.0

Features

5.0

5.0

Customer Service

3.0

3.0

Likelihood to Recommend

9/10

February 27, 2026

my experience is been positive, especially for handling payroll and compliance in one system. It does reduces manual work and keeps all processes consistent, but it also does require little patience to learn. but Once the everything is set up, it work smoothly and supports operations well.

Pros

I used it in my previous as well as current job , ADP brings payroll, benefits, and HR support into one , which makes daily work easy and easy to follow and understand The compliance guidance is helpful and reduces risk of missing important requirements. Once you learn system, it becomes a reliable tool for managing all HR tasks.

Cons

Some parts the platform feel just a little complicated and takes time to understand. Support is a little slow during busy periods

Review source

Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication.

Response from Vendor

March 6, 2026

Thanks so much, Harshul! Your kind words about ADP means so much to us. We are thrilled that we could meet your expectations and look forward to our continued partnership.

OB

Oluwatobi B.

Behavior Technician

Hospital & Health Care

### "User-friendly "

4.0

Overall Rating

4.0

4.0

Ease of Use

5.0

5.0

Features

4.0

4.0

Customer Service

4.0

4.0

Likelihood to Recommend

8/10

January 15, 2026

Overall, my experience with ADP was good. It has a user-friendly interface that is easy to navigate without confusion. It’s also security conscious.

Pros

What I like the most about ADP is the user-interface. It’s quite user-friendly and simple. I liked the fast access to my pay check, pay history and tax as well.

Cons

What I don’t like about the ADP app is that sometimes, it can be slow, taking time to load. Also, there are some occasional system glitches.

Review source

Non-incentivized review: any software user can leave a review for any product listed on our site. All submitted reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication.

Response from Vendor

February 27, 2026

Thanks, Oluwatobi! Your kind words about ADPs user-interface mean so much to us. We are thrilled that we could meet your expectations; plus, your honest feedback motivates us to provide excellent service every day and is helpful to our team. We look forward to our continued partnership.

AG

Allen G.

President

Financial Services

### "Maybe ADP needs to listen to clients and fix problems "

2.0

Overall Rating

2.0

2.0

Ease of Use

4.0

4.0

Features

3.0

3.0

Customer Service

3.0

3.0

Likelihood to Recommend

2/10

January 8, 2026

Fair - I have been a ADP total source client for 15 years now. Instead of getting better the overall service went down in quality. I constantly have to audit the work product. Also, due to ADP negligence I have surfaced numerous federal tax errors on government programs...

Pros

Attentiveness to getting the payroll run each period, very strong state tax department, 401K program administration runs well.

Cons

Inability to handle complex matters, large bureaucracy, failure to take responsibility for mistakes, many unresolved issues that just die on the vine and inability to offer competitive benefits

Alternatives considered

[Oracle PeopleSoft](https://www.capterra.com/p/155958/Oracle-PeopleSoft/)

Reasons for choosing ADP TotalSource

At the time great pricing and easy implementation

Review source

Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication.

Response from Vendor

February 27, 2026

Thank you for sharing your concerns, Allen. We are disappointed that your experience is not what you expected. Your feedback is important, and we would like the opportunity to investigate this further. Please contact at clientfeedback@adp.com. We appreciate the partnership!

EK

Eric K.

CEO

Computer Hardware

### "ADP total source review"

4.0

Overall Rating

4.0

4.0

Ease of Use

4.0

4.0

Features

5.0

5.0

Customer Service

5.0

5.0

Likelihood to Recommend

8/10

January 7, 2026

Pros

Coverage. One website for all HR/payroll need. phone service is great. prompt and most agents can resolve issue right on spot.

Cons

webiste difficult to navigate through different field. confused sometimes not direct. or should i say not clear nor direct.

Switched from

[SurePayroll](https://www.capterra.com/p/225706/SurePayroll/)

no my decision. prior CFO made the change.

Review source

Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication.

Response from Vendor

February 18, 2026

Thank you, Eric, for taking the time to leave a positive review. We’re happy to hear that you are having a great experience with your HR/Payroll needs. Your honest feedback is invaluable, and we appreciate you sharing your story.

LL

Lori L.

Head of People, North America

Marketing and Advertising

### "My amazing ADP Team"

5.0

Overall Rating

5.0

5.0

Ease of Use

5.0

5.0

Features

5.0

5.0

Customer Service

5.0

5.0

Likelihood to Recommend

8/10

January 7, 2026

Excellent. I couldn't ask for a better support team. From \[sensitive content hidden\] all the way to \[sensitive content hidden\] and my 401k, they are always on top of things.

Pros

The team collaboration - I have gotten into an amazing grove with my support people. They make my life so much easier in every aspect from simple questions to more in depth on how the system works.

Cons

The wait time sometimes is horrible to get through to anyone to help. Especially on payroll days. When I am in panic mode and waiting for over 20 minutes it makes me anxious.

Alternatives considered

[Paychex Flex](https://www.capterra.com/p/119841/Paychex-Flex/)

Reasons for choosing ADP TotalSource

They had the best customer support through the years.

Review source

Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication.

Response from Vendor

February 17, 2026

Thank you, Lori, for taking the time to leave a positive review. We’re happy to hear that you are having a great experience with ADPs customer support. Your feedback is invaluable, and we appreciate you sharing your story.

DR

Diane R.

VP of Finance

Wholesale

### "VP of Finance"

4.0

Overall Rating

4.0

4.0

Ease of Use

5.0

5.0

Features

5.0

5.0

Customer Service

4.0

4.0

Likelihood to Recommend

5/10

January 6, 2026

Very Good, nice people to work with. there are a few different options for additional insurance that we have access to.

Pros

Ease of payroll module and the recourses available. The 800 number is extremely helpful and knowledgeable.

Cons

the fees are high, and I no longer see a benefit of being part of the ADP Medical insurance. Each year the rates are going up as much as if we were on our own.

Switched from

[Paychex Flex](https://www.capterra.com/p/119841/Paychex-Flex/)

for the medical to be more affordable and more options

Alternatives considered

[Paycor](https://www.capterra.com/p/133745/Paycor-Perform/)

Reasons for choosing ADP TotalSource

More options were offered to me as a company

Review source

Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication.

Response from Vendor

February 18, 2026

Hi Diane, We appreciate your review and honesty. This motivates us to provide excellent service every day, and the feedback is helpful to our team. Thank you for recognizing our efforts, and we look forward to continued success together.

EF

Elizabeth F.

Office Operations Manager

Mechanical or Industrial Engineering

### "HR Support That Actually Shows Up"

5.0

Overall Rating

5.0

5.0

Ease of Use

5.0

5.0

Features

5.0

5.0

Customer Service

5.0

5.0

Likelihood to Recommend

9/10

January 6, 2026

Overall, my experience with ADP TotalSource has been very positive. The platform delivers a reliable, well-rounded HR solution with simple, dependable payroll processing and strong HR support. The HR Business Partner model adds significant value and provides confidence in handling both routine and complex HR matters. While there are occasional learning curves, particularly within reporting and the available support helps offset those challenges. ADP TotalSource has been a dependable partner that improves efficiency, reduces stress, and supports consistent payroll and HR operations.

Pros

ADP TotalSource has been a great solution thanks to its user-friendly platform, flexible options, easy and reliable payroll processing, and robust reporting capabilities. Payroll is straightforward and efficient, making routine processing smooth and stress-free. The system is easy to navigate overall, which saves time across day-to-day HR tasks. The biggest benefit, however, is the dedicated HR Business Partner that comes with the service. The guidance and support provided are consistently helpful, and I always receive the assistance I need in a timely manner.

Cons

The only challenge I’ve experienced with ADP TotalSource is navigating the reporting section, as the wide variety of reports can make it difficult to quickly locate the specific report I’m looking for, which can occasionally result in wasted time. However, assistance is always available and reaching out for help usually resolves the issue quickly.

Switched from

[QuickBooks Online Advanced](https://www.capterra.com/p/189398/QuickBooks-Online/)

We made the switch because we need more options and guidance.

Review source

Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication.

Response from Vendor

February 17, 2026

Hi Elizabeth, Your positive experience with ADP TotalSource made our day! We’re so glad that you are enjoying the efficiency of ADPs payroll process. Thank you for your kind words, and we can’t wait to continue to partner for success.

TA

Trisha A.

Manager, HR and Administration

Computer Software

### "Success with ADP"

5.0

Overall Rating

5.0

5.0

Ease of Use

5.0

5.0

Features

5.0

5.0

Customer Service

5.0

5.0

Likelihood to Recommend

10/10

January 5, 2026

I value my partnership with my account manager and she is always in communication and helpful with all of my needs! I feel important and valued!

Pros

I love the partnership I have with my account and payroll managers. They are both very efficient and work with me on all of my needs!

Cons

I would like more benefit options for my employees. I feel like there are limited options. More options focused on health and weightloss is a great option!

Alternatives considered

[ZingHR](https://www.capterra.com/p/140025/ZIngHR/)

[Workday Workforce Management](https://www.capterra.com/p/264766/Workday-Payroll-and-Workforce-Management/)

Reasons for choosing ADP TotalSource

User friendly and options that cover all areas of HR

Review source

Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication.

Response from Vendor

February 17, 2026

Thank you, Trisha, for taking the time to leave such a positive review! We’re happy to hear that you had a great experience with us for covering all areas of HR. Your feedback is invaluable, and we appreciate you sharing your story.

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## FAQs

Pricing for ADP TotalSource is not publicly listed. Costs are typically calculated as a percentage of total payroll and vary by company size, location, and services selected. Businesses must contact ADP directly for a custom quote.

ADP TotalSource is a software that bundles payroll, HR, benefits administration, compliance support, and access to a dedicated HR business partner. It also includes tools for onboarding, performance management, and employee self-service.

Yes, ADP TotalSource provides access to medical, dental, vision, and other benefits through national and regional carriers. However, watch out for limited plan options and higher-than-expected premiums.

Yes. Employees can use the ADP Mobile app to view pay stubs, tax forms, and benefits, and even enroll during open enrollment periods. Plus, the app supports both iOS and Android devices.

Each client is assigned a dedicated HR business partner (HRBP) for day-to-day and strategic support. Users also have access to specialists in payroll, benefits, and compliance, and a 24/7 self-service portal.

Partially. While ADP TotalSource offers a wide range of features, there may be limited customization options, especially in reporting and interface layout.

Yes, ADP TotalSource provides compliance support for federal, state, and local labor laws. Clients receive alerts, documentation, and direct guidance from HR professionals to help mitigate legal risks.

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