The short answer
TriNet charges a flat per-employee monthly fee, by quote, that covers payroll tax administration, HR expertise, benefits administration, workers' comp administration and EPLI coverage.
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BBSI wins 1TriNet wins 22 ties
| Dimension | BBSI | TriNet |
|---|---|---|
| PricingBoth quote. TriNet bills benefit premiums and payroll taxes on top of its fee; BBSI’s rates reflect X-Mod, job classes and loss history. Quote only | Quote only | Quote only |
| SecurityTriNet holds SOC 2 Type II and states HIPAA compliance. BBSI names no certification on the pages we reviewed. Yes | None verified | SOC 2 |
| IntegrationsTriNet lists 12 integrations, including QuickBooks Online, NetSuite and Greenhouse. BBSI names no integrations on the pages we reviewed. 12 | 0 documented | 12 native |
| Fit and supportBBSI serves small, midsize and large companies from local offices; TriNet serves small and midsize businesses. Small businesses, mid-market companies, enterprises | Small businesses, mid-market companies, enterprises | Small businesses, mid-market companies |
| CapabilitiesBoth cover payroll, benefits, workers' comp and HR compliance. TriNet adds performance management and recruiting software; BBSI adds risk and business strategy consulting. Payroll & HR, Risk & Safety, Business Strategy, Health Benefits, Talent Acquisition, Workers' Compensation, Retirement & 401(k), myBBSI HRIS | 9 of 10 core capabilities | 9 of 10 core capabilities |
| Attribute | BBSI | TriNet |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | Quote only | Per employee |
| Best for | Small businesses, mid-market companies, enterprises | Small businesses, mid-market companies |
| Mobile apps | BBSI TimeNet (iOS) | TriNet mobile app (pay stubs, time off) |
| Support channels | Phone, email, local branch | Phone, Online, Advisory support (HR Plus), Dedicated support (HR Plus) |
| Founded | 1951 | 1988 |
| Headquarters | Vancouver, Washington, US | Dublin, California |
| Attribute | BBSI | TriNet |
|---|---|---|
| Price transparency | Quote only | Quote only |
| Automatic tax filing | ||
| Ownership | Publicly traded | Publicly traded |
Pricing. Both quote. TriNet bills benefit premiums and payroll taxes on top of its fee; BBSI’s rates reflect X-Mod, job classes and loss history.
Security. TriNet holds SOC 2 Type II and states HIPAA compliance. BBSI names no certification on the pages we reviewed.
Integrations. TriNet lists 12 integrations, including QuickBooks Online, NetSuite and Greenhouse. BBSI names no integrations on the pages we reviewed.
Fit and support. BBSI serves small, midsize and large companies from local offices; TriNet serves small and midsize businesses.
Capabilities. Both cover payroll, benefits, workers' comp and HR compliance. TriNet adds performance management and recruiting software; BBSI adds risk and business strategy consulting.
Justworks has the highest LeadChange Score in PEO Services after excluding these two (6.4/10).
From $79/employee/mo (PEO Basic plan)
Neither lists a price: TriNet quotes a flat per-employee monthly fee and BBSI quotes its Core Package. TriNet’s fee already includes EPLI coverage, while BBSI adds benefits and workers' comp as options, so compare quotes with the same coverage.
TriNet focuses on healthcare, technology and finance. BBSI lists trades and services such as construction, restaurants, landscaping, janitorial, towing and dentists.
TriNet does: HR Plus is an ASO with an HR platform, priced per employee by service level. BBSI’s published packages are the Core Package and its optional add-ons.
TriNet holds SOC 2 Type II, states HIPAA compliance and supports single sign-on through Okta, OneLogin, Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud. BBSI names no security certification on the pages we reviewed.
Payroll processing and tax filings, HR policies and handbooks, on-site risk assessments and safety training, and the myBBSI portal, with four dedicated specialists. TriNet’s PEO fee covers payroll tax administration, HR expertise, benefits and workers' comp administration and EPLI.
BBSI offers the BBSI TimeNet app on iOS. TriNet’s mobile app shows pay stubs and time off.
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