ADP TotalSource quotes its PEO, which includes workers' compensation and a dedicated HR business partner. CoAdvantage publishes payroll plans from $55 a month plus $5 per employee, month to month and with no implementation fee; workers' comp is an add-on on those plans. Both serve small and midsize businesses.
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CoAdvantage wins 1ADP TotalSource wins 02 ties
CoAdvantage vs ADP TotalSource by dimension
Dimension
CoAdvantage
ADP TotalSource
PricingCoAdvantage publishes Base at $55 plus $5 per employee and Pro at $85 plus $6 a month, with no implementation fee. ADP TotalSource quotes. None1
Partly published
Quote only
CapabilitiesBoth cover payroll, benefits administration, HR compliance and risk management. ADP TotalSource adds onboarding and analytics; CoAdvantage adds time and attendance. PEO, Payroll, HCM, HR Compliance, Employee Benefits, Benefits Administration, Risk Management, Time & Attendance, Talent Acquisition2
9 of 10 core capabilities
9 of 10 core capabilities
Fit and supportADP TotalSource assigns a dedicated HR business partner. CoAdvantage supports by phone and chat, with an on-demand HR advisor on Pro. Phone, chat1
Pricing. CoAdvantage publishes Base at $55 plus $5 per employee and Pro at $85 plus $6 a month, with no implementation fee. ADP TotalSource quotes.
Capabilities. Both cover payroll, benefits administration, HR compliance and risk management. ADP TotalSource adds onboarding and analytics; CoAdvantage adds time and attendance.
Integrations. CoAdvantage lists 43 integrations. ADP TotalSource publishes no integration count on the pages we reviewed.
Fit and support. ADP TotalSource assigns a dedicated HR business partner. CoAdvantage supports by phone and chat, with an on-demand HR advisor on Pro.
Security. Neither names a security certification on the pages we reviewed.
Neither one?
Justworks
Justworks has the highest LeadChange Score in PEO Services after excluding these two (9.7/10).
Yes, and a PEO. CoAdvantage sells payroll plans with unlimited runs and federal and single-state tax filing, and it has been an IRS-certified PEO since July 1, 2026. ADP sells its PEO under its own name, ADP TotalSource.
Is CoAdvantage a good company?
CoAdvantage was founded in 1997 and is based in Bradenton, Florida. Its strengths are published payroll plans, month-to-month terms and 43 integrations. Its PEO, like ADP TotalSource’s, includes workers’ compensation; on the Base and Pro payroll plans it is an add-on.
Who are ADP’s competitors for a PEO?
CoAdvantage is one, selling to the same small and midsize businesses. It differs from ADP TotalSource by publishing payroll plan prices; both PEOs include workers’ compensation.
How much does CoAdvantage cost for 10 employees?
On Base, $105 a month: $55 plus $5 per employee; on Pro, $145: $85 plus $6. Additional states can be added on Base for $7.50, up to 4 states (billing unit not stated). ADP TotalSource quotes.
Which has a mobile app, CoAdvantage or ADP TotalSource?
Both. CoAdvantage offers CoAdQuantum Mobile on iOS and Android; ADP TotalSource employees use the ADP mobile app, with 24/7 access.
Are CoAdvantage and ADP TotalSource certified PEOs?
Yes. ADP TotalSource, Inc. has been on the IRS list since January 1, 2017, and CoAdvantage’s PEO entity since July 1, 2026. ADP TotalSource has also been ESAC-accredited since 1995.
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Quotes from the sources
CoAd coad.com/pricing“Base Software handles payroll. You make every decision. US phone support included. Starting at $55/mo + $5 per employee” “Software-led payroll with as much or as little support as you need, no setup fees!”
ADP adp.com/solutions/employer-services/totalsource.aspx“ADP TotalSource pricing is quoted rather than listed, since it is built around factors that are specific to your business” “24/7 mobile access to pay stubs, W-2s and direct deposit setup through the ADP mobile app”
CoAdvantage Resources Inc apps.apple.com/us/app/coadquantum-mobile/id6654899979“CoAdQuantum Mobile is designed for employees to manage work essentials on the go. Access pay details, review PTO, update pay preferences, and stay informed with company news”
CoAd coad.com/about“1997CoAdvantage launches to support growing businesses with HR and payroll solutions”
Justworks justworks.com/pricing“Justworks PEO pricing starts at $79 per month per employee for our Basic plan and $124 per month per employee for our Plus plan. Justworks Payroll customers pay $8 per month per employee plus a $50 base fee.”
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