MyCo vs ADP
An honest side-by-side for US small and mid-sized businesses (50–500 employees). No marketing fluff — just the features, pricing, and use cases that actually matter when you're deciding.
See pricing & estimate your savings →Founding US Customer Program — first 10–15 companies
We're onboarding our first US field-service companies as founding customers. You help shape the product; we make it risk-free to switch.
Quick Verdict
Who wins?
ADP is built for enterprise compliance and complexity. MyCo is built for the 50–500 person US SMB that wants modern, transparent, mobile-first software at a fraction of the cost. If you need a 24/7 dedicated rep and PEO-level handholding, stick with ADP. If you want to run payroll yourself in 5 minutes on your phone, switch to MyCo.
Choose MyCo if you...
- Have 50–500 employees (the underserved SMB middle)
- Run a deskless, field, or hourly team
- Want transparent published pricing
- Prefer a single mobile app over 4 separate ADP products
- Want CRM + HR + payroll in one login
- Are tired of multi-week ADP onboarding
Choose ADP if you...
- Have 1,000+ employees and need ADP Workforce Now
- Need a full PEO with co-employer benefits
- Need ACA reporting for 500+ FTEs
- Have global payroll needs across 20+ countries
- Want a dedicated account manager + 24/7 phone support
Feature-by-Feature Comparison
| Feature | MyCo | ADP |
|---|---|---|
| Mobile-first attendance | Face-scan + GPS punch on iOS/Android | ADP Mobile app (login portal) |
| Pricing transparency | Published on website | Quote-only, opaque |
| Implementation time | 5–10 business days | 4–8 weeks typical |
| All 50 US states | Yes, single app | Yes |
| Multi-state payroll-ready data | All 50 states · filing via your provider | Add-on / quote-based |
| Built-in CRM | Yes, same app | Not available |
| GPS field tracking | Yes, native | Add-on or third-party |
| PEO / co-employer | No (we are not a PEO) | Yes, ADP TotalSource |
| 24/7 phone support | Business hours + chat | Yes (Premium tier) |
| Best for team size | 50–500 employees | 1,000+ employees |
Pricing Side-by-Side
| Plan / Tier | MyCo | ADP |
|---|---|---|
| Entry-level (small business) | $6–9 / emp / mo — see pricing | RUN Essential: quote-only |
| Mid-tier | Founding: 3 mo free, then $4–7/emp — see pricing | RUN Enhanced / Complete: quote-only |
| Setup fees | $0 | Often $200–$500+ setup |
| Contract length | Month-to-month | 12-month minimum typical |
| Cancellation | Anytime, prorated | Cancellation fees possible |
How to Switch from ADP to MyCo
Book a 20-minute MyCo demo
We learn your team size, industry, and current ADP setup. No commitment.
Export your ADP data
We provide an export checklist (employee records, YTD wages, tax info) so you can pull data from ADP in under 2 hours.
MyCo imports + reconciles
Our migration team imports your data, reconciles year-to-date earnings, and verifies tax IDs in every state you operate.
Run a parallel test payroll
Run one pay period in both systems side-by-side. We resolve any discrepancies before going live.
Cutover & cancel ADP
Once parallel matches, we switch you over and you cancel ADP at end of billing cycle. Most customers complete this in 7–14 days.
See MyCo with your data
Get a 20-minute walkthrough — no slides, no pressure
We'll show you exactly how MyCo handles your team size, your industry, and your current pain points. If ADP is the better fit, we'll tell you that too.
Book Your Free Demo →Frequently Asked Questions
Is MyCo really cheaper than ADP?
Yes — for most 50–500 person US SMBs, MyCo is 30–60% less than the equivalent ADP RUN tier when you add up payroll, HR, attendance, and CRM costs. ADP quotes vary, but our published pricing means no surprises.
Can MyCo handle multi-state payroll like ADP?
Yes. MyCo produces payroll-ready data for all 50 states (US payroll tax filing is configured during onboarding through your payroll provider), handles state-specific overtime rules (CA daily OT, NY paid leave, Texas franchise tax, etc.), and supports reciprocity for employees living and working in different states.
What happens to my YTD wages when I switch?
We import your year-to-date earnings, taxes withheld, and 401(k) contributions during onboarding. Year-end W-2 and 1099 data is export-ready for your payroll provider, with no double-counting.
Does MyCo replace ADP TotalSource (PEO)?
No. MyCo is not a PEO. If you currently use ADP TotalSource for co-employer benefits (Fortune 500-level health insurance, workers comp pooling), MyCo is not a direct replacement. We integrate with major health, dental, and 401(k) brokers instead.
How long does it take to switch from ADP?
Most 50–500 person teams complete the switch in 7–14 days, including a parallel test payroll. ADP cancellation requires 30 days notice in most contracts, so we recommend starting the switch 30–45 days before your next contract renewal.