The short answer
BBSI and Paychex PEO both price by quote. BBSI’s Core Package assigns a payroll specialist, an HR consultant, a risk consultant and a business partner, with benefits and workers' comp as add-ons.
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BBSI wins 1Paychex PEO wins 12 ties
| Dimension | BBSI | Paychex PEO |
|---|---|---|
| SecurityPaychex states SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001. BBSI names no SOC 2 Type II or ISO 27001 certification on the pages we reviewed. Yes | None verified | SOC 2, ISO 27001 |
| Fit and supportBBSI serves small, midsize and large companies; Paychex PEO serves small and midsize businesses. Small businesses, mid-market companies, enterprises | Small businesses, mid-market companies, enterprises | Small businesses, mid-market companies |
| PricingBoth quote each client. BBSI prices from workforce mix, turnover, loss history and X-Mod; Paychex lists fees such as W-2 and delivery charges. Quote only | Quote only | Quote only |
| CapabilitiesBoth cover payroll and tax filing, benefits, workers' comp and HR compliance. BBSI adds business strategy and talent acquisition; Paychex adds time, hiring and engagement as additional solutions. Payroll & HR, Risk & Safety, Business Strategy, Health Benefits, Talent Acquisition, Workers' Compensation, Retirement & 401(k), myBBSI HRIS | 9 of 10 core capabilities | 10 of 10 core capabilities |
| Attribute | BBSI | Paychex PEO |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | Small businesses, mid-market companies, enterprises | Small businesses, mid-market companies |
| Mobile apps | BBSI TimeNet (iOS) | Paychex Oasis Employee Connect |
| Support channels | Phone, email, local branch | Client advocate (10+ employees), HR business partner, Safety specialist (master workers' comp policy clients), Payroll specialist, Relationship manager (200+ employees) |
| Founded | 1951 | 1971 |
| Headquarters | Vancouver, Washington, US | Rochester, NY and Cincinnati, OH (dual headquarters) |
| Attribute | BBSI | Paychex PEO |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | Quote only | Quote only |
| Price transparency | Quote only | Quote only |
| Automatic tax filing | ||
| Ownership | Publicly traded | Publicly traded |
Security. Paychex states SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001. BBSI names no SOC 2 Type II or ISO 27001 certification on the pages we reviewed.
Fit and support. BBSI serves small, midsize and large companies; Paychex PEO serves small and midsize businesses.
Pricing. Both quote each client. BBSI prices from workforce mix, turnover, loss history and X-Mod; Paychex lists fees such as W-2 and delivery charges.
Capabilities. Both cover payroll and tax filing, benefits, workers' comp and HR compliance. BBSI adds business strategy and talent acquisition; Paychex adds time, hiring and engagement as additional solutions.
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From $79/employee/mo (PEO Basic plan)
Neither publishes PEO prices. BBSI builds a custom rate from your workforce and risk profile, and Paychex quotes its PEO and lists some separate fees, such as a W-2 fee and delivery charges. Compare full quotes for the same services.
BBSI is not on the IRS public list of certified PEOs. Paychex PEO VI LLC has been on the IRS list since January 1, 2017.
Paychex PEO includes workers' comp administration of coverage, claims and reporting. At BBSI, workers' compensation is an optional service next to the Core Package, with pay-as-you-go premiums.
Local teams: its Core Package pairs each client with a payroll specialist, an HR consultant, a risk consultant and a business partner, from 50+ locations. It was founded in 1951 and is listed on NASDAQ.
Other PEOs, including Paychex PEO, which is IRS-certified and includes workers' comp administration. BBSI differs by its named local specialists and its risk and safety focus.
Paychex states SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001 certification. BBSI names no SOC 2 Type II or ISO 27001 certification on the pages we reviewed; ask it for its audit reports.
Your team size, what matters most and your role: see which one fits more of your answers, from verified facts and list prices. Then, if you like, ask to hear from both.
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