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[Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/our-story/) * * * Last updated July 21st, 2026 # Page 2 - Reviews of ADP Workforce Now ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 26-50 of 7238 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use VR Verified Reviewer Owner Human Resources Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Satisfied customer " May 17, 2026 5.0 My overall experience with \[ADP Workforce Now\](https://www.adp.com/what-we-offer/products/adp-workforce-now.aspx?utm\_source=chatgpt.com) was positive. The platform provided a reliable and efficient way to manage payroll, HR, benefits, and employee data in one place. While there was a learning curve with some advanced features, the system helped streamline daily workforce management tasks and improved overall operational efficiency. Pros What I liked most about \[ADP Workforce Now\](https://www.adp.com/what-we-offer/products/adp-workforce-now.aspx?utm\_source=chatgpt.com) was its all-in-one HR and payroll functionality, which streamlined administrative tasks and improved overall efficiency. The platform was user-friendly, reliable, and made employee management much easier. Cons What I liked least about \[ADP Workforce Now\](https://www.adp.com/what-we-offer/products/adp-workforce-now.aspx?utm\_source=chatgpt.com) was that some features felt complex to navigate, and certain reports or customizations required additional training to use efficiently. The system could also be slow at times during payroll processing or updates. Review Source SK Sandra K. Senior Vice President of Finance Non-Profit Organization Management Used the software for: 2+ years ### "ADP Workforce Now a good solution for your Payroll needs." May 12, 2026 4.0 The value for money is fair for the size of our company - it's based on the number of employees. It's easy to use and we are able to find work arounds for our specific needs. The set up menu allows us to limit access to specific menus depending on the department or manager level. Pros Time Tracking and Reporting - we are able to create custom reports to match our contract reporting. We can download timecard reports with notes and approvals. Cons Customer support. The do not appear to have knowledge for unique company needs. As an example some of our employees disappeared from our reports and our payroll register for no reason. We found out they were archived, customer support told us we were too large of a company and we were filling up our storage. We have 1200 employees, I do not think for a company that is too large for ADP to handle, they've been around for many years and I have to believe there are other companies with a lot more employees. Alternatives considered [Paycom](https://www.capterra.com/p/130949/Paycom/) Reason for choosing ADP Workforce Now We had Paycom before Paylocity and at the time Paycom was more difficult to use and customize reporting that we needed for the contracts. Paycom was a much higher price than ADP. Switched from [Paylocity](https://www.capterra.com/p/86714/WebPay/) Additional reporting options available and the automation of our payroll entry to our Sage accounting software. Review Source Katie T. Team Gymnastics Coach Health, Wellness and Fitness Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Easy for All Ages; Some Connectivity Issues" June 29, 2026 4.0 Overall, we have liked the front end that most employees use, and the backend to do payroll. Whenever I need to check paystubs and whatnot, my login works seamlessly. Pros ADP Workforce Now has been an easy-to-use product for our gymnastics facility. We have lots of hourly employees, many of them teenagers. We also have some employees in their 50s+. Everyone, regardless of age, is able to clock in and out using this product. Cons Sometimes, the app struggles to stay connected to the wifi. We use an ipad for all employees to clock in and out. Sometimes, it let's you log in to your account, but then just spins and spins and you're never able to actually clock in. I don't know whether the fault is our wifi connectivity or the app itself. We do keep a paper clock in sheet nearby to record hours when the app isn't working properly. Switched from [Less Paper](https://www.capterra.com/p/158852/Less-Paper/) Literally our boss bought everyone a tiny calendar and we wrote out hours down in our own calendars. She would then have to go in and manually add hours up to pay people. Payroll took forever! With ADP it goes much faster and is much more reliable! Review Source CM Caroline M. Value-Based Solutions Manager Hospital & Health Care Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Great self-service platform" July 14, 2026 4.0 Overall, ADP Workforce Now is a comprehensive, user-friendly platform that keeps all of my employment information conveniently centralized in one place. The ability to easily access payroll, tax documents, time-off balances, and other HR-related information enables self-service and reduces the need to contact HR, helping to minimize administrative bottlenecks and improve efficiency. One area for improvement is the performance management functionality, which could be enhanced to match the intuitive design and ease of use found throughout the rest of the platform. Pros What I like most about ADP Workforce Now is its convenience and ease of use. It provides a single, centralized location for all my employment information, including payroll, tax documents, paid time off, and organizational details. Having everything I need in one place makes it simple to access important information quickly and efficiently. Cons What I like least is the performance management feature. It is not as user friendly or efficient as working with the other tools in ADP. It requires a fair number of clicks and time to manage and doesn't visually show performance as well as other available performance management platforms. Switched from [ADP TotalSource](https://www.capterra.com/p/113109/ADP-TotalSource/) The company wanted an all-in-one management platform. Review Source DE Dave E. Maintenance Tech Graphic Design Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Highly recommended/Reliable " April 14, 2026 5.0 As a user managing HR and payroll for our team, my overall experience with ADP Workforce Now has been a mix of professional reliability and technical frustration. On one hand, it is an absolute workhorse that I trust to handle our complex tax filings and multi-state compliance without breaking a sweat. Having a single database for everything—from onboarding to open enrollment—has significantly reduced the "paper trail" in our office and given us much better data security. Pros What I love most is the peace of mind that comes with their compliance and tax filing engine. As a mid-sized company, we don't have time to manually track changing state laws or tax codes, and ADP handles that liability seamlessly. Having a single source of truth where payroll, benefits, and time tracking actually talk to each other has cut our manual data entry in half. Plus, the mobile app is a huge win for our team—our employees actually use it to check their paystubs and request PTO without having to bug the HR office. Cons The biggest headache is the lack of consistent customer support; once you're past the implementation phase, getting a straight answer from a human can feel like a maze of tickets and general mailboxes. The system is also not very intuitive—simple tasks often require clicking through four different menus, and the custom report builder feels like it hasn't been updated since 2005. For a premium-priced platform, I expected a more modern user interface and a dedicated account manager who actually knows our business history Review Source Ginger H. HR Director Health, Wellness and Fitness Used the software for: 2+ years ### "The payroll and HRIS product needed for a workforce with many divisions with complicated pay" March 9, 2026 4.0 Overall, ADP WFN was a great partner and provided all our needs. They always had great customer service. We used just about all their products from recruiting, onboarding, HRIS, payroll, benefits, performance, tax and banking, COBRA, garnishment services, etc. I also had the privilege of serving a couple years on their advisory board. This showed me how much they care about their product and their customers. Pros The individualized customer service. The product is great and covers your needs but needs updating. For the most part, the modules have a seamless work flow. Cons The need for updates and easier navigation. Some of their modules just need an "updated" look and feel. Switched from [AmeraCare](https://www.capterra.com/p/98715/AmeraCare/) Americana was more of a financial platform. It was also outdated. We were limited with features and people management. The company was growing and it was an essential move. Those who were involved with company deployment and implementation were not experienced so it was a challenge for us. We did get through it but a company with IT experienced employees working with the team of users would have made the experience better. Review Source RR Rebecca R. Production Office Manager Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "ADP Workforce NOW " April 27, 2026 5.0 Overall, my experience with ADP Workforce Now has been very positive. It’s a comprehensive platform that brings payroll, HR, benefits, and reporting together in one system, which makes managing employees much more efficient. Once you become familiar with the features, it’s a reliable and powerful tool that helps keep processes organized and compliant. While there is a learning curve in some areas, the time savings and accuracy it provides make it a valuable system for day-to-day operations. Pros What I like most about ADP Workforce Now is how streamlined and user-friendly the platform is for managing payroll and HR in one place. It makes processing payroll efficient and accurate, and the reporting tools are extremely helpful for tracking employee data, benefits, and time off. I also appreciate how organized the dashboard is—it’s easy to find what you need without feeling overwhelmed. Overall, it saves time, reduces errors, and helps keep everything compliant and running smoothly. Cons What I like least about ADP Workforce Now is that some features can feel a bit complex or not as intuitive as they could be, especially when navigating more detailed reports or advanced settings. There can be a learning curve for new users, and certain processes require multiple steps to complete simple tasks. Additionally, occasional system updates can slightly change layouts, which takes time to adjust to. While it’s a powerful platform overall, simplifying some workflows would make the experience even better. Switched from [Paychex Flex](https://www.capterra.com/p/119841/Paychex-Flex/) PayChex's customer service was horrible. Review Source SQ Samantha Q. HR Manager Food & Beverages Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Years of Ongoing Issues with Tax Compliance and Support" November 12, 2025 3.0 My overall experience with ADP Workforce Now has been disappointing. Over the years, we’ve faced ongoing challenges with tax compliance errors and an implementation process that was poorly managed from the start. Customer support has often been difficult to reach, and when issues arise, resolution times are extremely long. The system itself is robust in theory but overly complex in practice, making simple tasks take far more time than they should. While ADP offers a wide range of features, the lack of reliable support and efficiency has made the platform frustrating to use and difficult to trust for critical HR and payroll functions. Pros ADP Workforce Now offers a comprehensive range of HR and payroll features in one platform. When everything works correctly, it’s convenient to have payroll, benefits, and employee data integrated in one system. Cons The biggest issues were with tax compliance and the long turnaround time to resolve problems. Errors often took months and even years to correct, which has created frustration, extra work, and a lot of liability in late fees in penalties. Alternatives considered [Paycom](https://www.capterra.com/p/130949/Paycom/)[Auris](https://www.capterra.com/p/195073/Heartland-Payroll-HR/) Reason for choosing ADP Workforce Now ADP seemed like it would be able to handle the complexity of our tax filing Switched from [Paychex Flex](https://www.capterra.com/p/119841/Paychex-Flex/) We made the switch to ADP for better tax reporting and filing Review Source KR Kari R. HR and Administration Manager Warehousing Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Seamless & Easy transition" December 28, 2025 5.0 We use the biometric timeclock provided by them and it has saved us a lot of time and made payroll a much quicker process. It also helps to hold our employees accountable to show up to work on time. The implementation team made the process seamless and easy for everyone involved. Pros The ADP platform is very intuitive and user friendly. Their customer service team is top notch and has solved all my questions with one call or email. We use the biometric timeclock provided by them and it has saved us a lot of time and made payroll a much quicker process. It also helps to hold our employees accountable to show up to work on time. The implementation team made the process seamless and easy for everyone involved. Cons I have not had a single issue with ADP Workforce Now. We will continue to use ADP for many years to come. Switched from [Paychex Flex](https://www.capterra.com/p/119841/Paychex-Flex/) We were looking for a company to have everything in one easy to use place for us. ADP PEO offered discounted and affordable benefit options for our employees. Review Source Alejandro A. Community Director Management Consulting Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Honest feedback on ADP " February 10, 2026 5.0 My overall experience has been nothing but positive, from managing timecards to benefits implementation; they make it very user-friendly, and I enjoy that. Pros Ease of use is definitely my favorite thing about ADP - I like that everything is organized, and you can easily check on time tracking as well as reports. Customer support is always very helpful, and they have top-notch communication. You definitely get what you pay for: quality service and value for money. Cons I would have to say the main Home page- I love the fact that they have several items posted. However, it looks too crowded for my liking Review Source VW Victoria W. COTA Medical Practice Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "A great online system to manage HR responsibilities!" November 30, 2025 5.0 Even though switching to ADP was different then the typical pen and paper system I was used to, I really am glad that we switched. I think it has been a very beneficial move for our company and as an employee user I love all of the online features that I have when using this system. Pros My place of employment has recently switched to using ADP and it has been very easy to use and transition to. I use ADP daily to track my time at work and submit for payroll. ADP has a lot of features to improve communication throughout the office; however my place of work does not use all of the site abilities to report time off requests or other forms and reports. I have not had the need to use the customer support line as my HR director has been able to answer all my questions and concerns. I also do not pay for the ADP application as an employee so I am unsure what the cost of this program is. Cons I have not had any issues with ADP workforce. There was initially a slight learning curve when switching from a paper system to a ADP for our time documentation. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Software Support Analyst Government Administration Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Reliable but kind of clunky feeling" March 13, 2026 4.0 Dependable platform for payroll and HR tasks. Once you learn where things are, it works pretty smoothly. It’s not the most modern interface, but it handles the important functions well. Pros Easy access to pay stubs and tax forms. Good reporting tools for HR and payroll. Helpful compliance features. Works well for managing benefits and employee records. Cons Interface is outdated. Some features take too many clicks to find. Reports can be confusing at first. Setup for new features isn’t always intuitive. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer IT support Computer & Network Security Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Efficient and Reliable HR & Payroll Solution" May 25, 2026 5.0 Overall my Experience with ADP workforce Now has been very positive. It streamlines HR and payroll tasks, Improves efficiency, and provides reliable tools for managing employeesand reportings in one centralized platform Pros ADP workforce Now, been a game-changer for our HR and payroll processes. Its reliable easy to use, and keeps everything centralised in one platform. The self-service tools and reporting features save a huge amount of time and improve overall efficiency. Cons What i liked least about ADP workforce Now was that some features can feel overly complex at first, and customization/reporting may require a learning curve for new user Review Source JT Jarvis T. Operations Manager Health, Wellness and Fitness Used the software for: 2+ years ### "ADP the most reliable choice" April 22, 2026 5.0 During my time with LA Fitness, I utilized ADP as my primary payroll provider. I found the platform very user-friendly for essential tasks, such as accessing pay stubs, retrieving W-2 forms, and managing tax withholding updates. The login process was consistent and provided seamless access to my financial documents. Pros Recruitment: Integrated Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS). Benefits: They act as a massive broker for health, dental, and 401(k) plans. Onboarding: Digital paperwork and background checks are built right into the workflow. Cons Clunky Design: While they are slowly updating, many parts of the ADP ecosystem (especially Workforce Now) feel like they were designed in the early 2000s. It can be buried in menus and require too many clicks to perform simple tasks. Learning Curve: Because the system is so powerful, it is not intuitive. New admins often require several hours of training just to learn how to run a basic payroll cycle without errors. Review Source Dana P. Staffing Coordinator Veterinary Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Time Tracking At Your Fingertips" April 25, 2026 5.0 I loved ADP Workforce Now. It was amazing to track hours, view PTO banks, as well as clock in and our directly on the app. Pros ADP Workforce now has the best looking interface. It was super easy to clock in/out and see available PTO as well as other HR material and even paystubs. Cons I truly cannot think of anything I do not like about ADP Workforce Now. I wish our team still used this product. Switched from [TimeClock Plus](https://www.capterra.com/p/21548/TimeClock-Plus/) Management team wanted to use a product with more features. Review Source EK Emma K. Office Manager Construction Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "A Learning Curve That's Worth It" October 21, 2025 5.0 My overall experience with ADP Workforce Now has been pleasant - the amount of assistance I've received from our ADP team has proved to be worth the price, and after a few learning experiences, it's a simple software to use as long as you know where to look. It's modern, it's fast, and ADP as a whole is very transparent with maintenance & shutdown times. Pros The feature I appreciate most about ADP Workforce Now is the customer service. Each person on our ADP team has been more than helpful and is willing to answer any question, no matter how many times you've asked. I'd say the ease of use comes with practice and depends on how complex you want your dashboards - for my company, we do not utilize the time tracking function, but have found that ADP is one of the most widely integrated softwares out there - it can essentially talk to any app. Cons One thing that I dislike about ADP Workforce Now is that it can feel overwhelming at times if you don't keep up with the meetings, and if your company does not have the time to prioritize it. I will also note that some of the courses are outdated - it's possible there may be some human error involved, but many of the courses on ADP Learn to help you get used to the software do not function properly. Switched from [QuickBooks Online Advanced](https://www.capterra.com/p/189398/QuickBooks-Online/) I had just started out at my company when the switch was initiated, but from what I was told, Quickbooks could no longer handle what we needed - we required more complex features. Review Source JG Jesus G. Case Worker Mental Health Care Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Great time keeper" May 1, 2026 5.0 Overall is a great way to keep track of you time, and reporting your hours to HR. You just clock in, and HR receives the report without the need of you doing anything else. Pros very good app, it is very easy to use and intuitive. The customer support is great and very fast. There is little to no setup, you basically log in and are ready to go, you can clock in, and clock out with one click; very useful for works that are on the road. Cons It can be slow at times, I had some issues with it not loading right away, and missing a clock in due to that. Review Source Jason K. HR Director Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Terrible experience with Workforce Now" January 15, 2026 1.0 Awful. Never again. I switched to Paylocity after 1 year. I would never recommend ADP to anyone searching for a payroll provider. Pros Absolutely nothing. The service was terrible and the integration was poor. I did like the website but after that it wasn’t very helpful. Cons Everything. I could not link my 401k. I could not Get accurate reports. And payroll processing was terrible. Alternatives considered [Paycom](https://www.capterra.com/p/130949/Paycom/) Reason for choosing ADP Workforce Now Cost. Ease of use. Reporting. Promises made by sales. Switched from [Paychex Flex](https://www.capterra.com/p/119841/Paychex-Flex/) Ease of use and cost savings. These never materialized Review Source Greg R. Customer Success Manager Education Management Used the software for: 2+ years ### "I do not recommend ADP" October 28, 2025 2.0 I don't like ADP. I've used it at 3 different companies over the last 10 years and my last experience with it was very poor. Pros ADP does have a lot of functionality to accomplish all of your primary HR management and payroll functions. Cons ADP is hard to use. The app is almost always down and they seem to have multiple versions of their app, so you never know what website or app you're supposed to be using. If you're not careful you'll login in to the wrong one and won't be able to find what you're looking for. Logging in and accessing the information is always hard. Review Source Collette K. Practice Manager Health, Wellness and Fitness Used the software for: 2+ years ### "ADP Customer Service" March 27, 2026 4.0 Overall I would have to rate my experience as ok definately not great due to errors that have occured with ADPIA interfacing platform and incorrect information being put in which caused deduction errors and reversals with mistakes made. Pros Platform easy to use once you know how to navigate it. Reporting is easy within the platform and reports are easy to find. Pricing is competative. Cons You do not have a dedicated support person to call and speak to. No one has a dedicated email to resolve your issue it just goes to a general mailbox which is sometime frustrating. Unlike paychexs the customer service is lacking Switched from [Paychex Flex](https://www.capterra.com/p/119841/Paychex-Flex/) Mainly pricing and a error with deductions and the delay to fix the error Review Source VR Verified Reviewer HR Coordinator Hospitality Used the software for: 2+ years ### "HR Coordinator " April 19, 2026 5.0 great in time tracking, communication and has great customer support. Pros its user-friendly and easy to navigate... also one main thing is that we can connect other platforms to it. Cons Uploading multiple documents was an issue due to file size limits, that was the only concern i would take into account but its not a major issue Review Source cynthia R. Clinician Mental Health Care Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "ADP Equals Money" April 30, 2026 5.0 ADP has been successful allowing me to stay up to date. It allows me to ensure that my workplace is distributing and reporting my work hours Pros I have been using ADP as part as my workforce payroll system and has been really effective to be able to go on and see my pay stubs, my hours and my benefit time. It was really easy to set up on my mobile phone since I'm always on the go. The app is free to use and updates effectively. Cons The only time I had an issue with ADP when when I was trying to learn how to navigate my different jobs using ADP. Review Source Mallory T. Executive sous chef Food & Beverages Used the software for: 2+ years ### "ADP because there’s not many other options. " March 6, 2026 3.0 Overall it is still a good product as long as you don’t forget your log in credentials and you learn to navigate it for some employees because it’s not user friendly for those who aren’t tech savvy. Pros Adp works with software such as quikbooks so that employees can upload their W2’s directly. It is a great time saver and helps prevent errors. Cons Adp is not easy to get into if a password if forgotten. It usually relies on a second party to help with a password reset. My worst nightmare from years of experience with ADP is getting locked out. Another issue is if you used it with another company it will sometimes tie that company in. Alternatives considered [HotSchedules](https://www.capterra.com/p/52611/HotSchedules/) Reason for choosing ADP Workforce Now It’s what my company uses so I didn’t have another option Review Source KL Kate L. Management Machinery Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Recommend!" July 26, 2026 4.0 Overall, my experience with ADP Workforce Now has been positive. I used it regularly to access payroll information, benefits, tax documents, and other HR resources. The platform was reliable and made it easy to manage routine employee tasks through its self-service features. While some areas of the interface could be more intuitive, it provided everything I needed in one place and helped simplify day-to-day HR and payroll management. Pros ADP Workforce Now provides an intuitive, centralized platform for managing HR tasks like payroll, benefits, time tracking, and employee information. I especially liked the self-service features, which made it easy to access pay stubs, tax documents, and benefits information without needing to contact HR. Cons Some features can feel overwhelming at first due to the number of menus and options, and occasionally it takes a few extra clicks to find specific information. The interface could be more streamlined in certain areas to make navigation faster and more intuitive. Review Source AJ Austin J. HR Data and Technology Manager Hospital & Health Care Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "ADP- A strong and reliable partner with payroll, reporting, solution design, and more" September 16, 2025 4.0 Overall we are very happy with ADP. It costs a premium, but we happily pay it with the amount of value it provides for our teams and organizations. Pros The support and partnership regarding payroll and tax has been a huge value add. We have access to several teams ready and willing to work for us to help find solutions, for which we are very grateful. Also, custom reporting abilities in ADP are relatively robust and helpful. We also have dedicated access to a representative at ADP. He is more than tech support, he is invested in our problems and solutions, and makes time to help things go right for us. Cons ADP is large and slow to adapt. There are aspects we could or should have access to, but dont quite yet because the speed at which ADP moves and decides is that of a large company, which we understand. There is some rigidity in features and business responses that are sometimes necessitating workarounds. Alternatives considered [Paycom](https://www.capterra.com/p/130949/Paycom/)[UKG Pro](https://www.capterra.com/p/480/UKG-Pro/)[Rippling](https://www.capterra.com/p/172127/Rippling/) Reason for choosing ADP Workforce Now We felt more confident in a larger industry solution, and we were eager to work with the support ADP provides. Switched from [BambooHR](https://www.capterra.com/p/110968/BambooHR/) reporting capabilities were greater in ADP. Review Source Similar Products Featured ## Send me user reviews about this product ### Fill out the form and we'll send a list of the top-rated software based on real user reviews directly to your inbox.