Paylocity vs Paycom

Paylocity6.8/10

Paycom6.5/10

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The short answer

Both are quote-only HCM suites for small, mid-market and enterprise employers. Paylocity adds finance and IT modules such as corporate cards, AP automation and access management, and an Integration Marketplace with 435 partner listings.

By LeadChange Research TeamUpdated Nov 10, 2026Based on 16 sources, most recently checked Nov 12, 2026

Paylocity

Best for: US employers wanting payroll, HR, time, benefits and finance from one vendor

Choose Paylocity if

You want to connect partner apps: Paylocity's marketplace lists 435 integrations, plus an API with webhooks.
You want expense management, corporate cards and AP automation from your HCM vendor.
You want 30+ payroll audits with alerts and 600+ ready-made learning classes.
You want a published SOC 2 Type 2 report.

Paylocity pricing Alternatives to Paylocity

Paycom

Best for: US employers that want payroll, HR, time and hiring in one database and one login

Choose Paycom if

You want one database for payroll, HR, time, talent and recruiting instead of connected apps.
You want employees to review and approve their own paychecks before payroll runs (Beti).
You manage staff abroad: Paycom's Global HCM covers over 185 countries.
You want a dedicated specialist and training at no extra charge.

What Paycom costs Alternatives to Paycom

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Paylocity wins 1Paycom wins 04 ties

Paylocity vs Paycom by dimension
Dimension	Paylocity	Paycom
PricingNeither publishes prices. Paylocity charges a nonrefundable implementation fee and bills W-2 preparation and time clocks separately; Paycom quotes a one-time implementation fee and adds its “Complete” tools to the required “Core” set. Ask both to quote the same headcount and modules. Charged: nonrefundable implementation fees for professional services to set up the client and load data (amount not published)1	Quote only	Quote only
CapabilitiesBoth cover payroll, time, HR, benefits and talent. Paylocity adds finance and IT modules; Paycom adds employee-run paycheck checks and daily pay through Everyday. Payroll, Global Payroll, Human Resources, Time & Labor, Talent Management, Benefits, Employee Experience, Expense Management, Corporate Cards, AP Automation, Guided Procurement, Headcount Planning, Asset Management, Access Management & Identity2	10 of 12 core capabilities	10 of 12 core capabilities
IntegrationsPaylocity lists 435 partner integrations and documents an API with webhooks for hires, changes and processed payrolls. Paycom is built to replace other tools and lists no integrations marketplace. 435 marketplace listings (our count, Oct 9, 2026)3	9 documented	None documented
SecurityPaylocity publishes a SOC 2 Type 2 report and ISO 27001 certification. Paycom lists five ISO certifications, including 27001, and SOC 1, 2 and 3 reports. Yes4	SOC 2, ISO 27001	ISO 27001
Fit and supportPaylocity supports administrators by phone and email on weekdays. Paycom assigns a dedicated specialist and implements most organizations within three months with its own team. Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Central Time5	Small businesses, mid-market companies, enterprises	Small businesses, mid-market companies, enterprises

Key differences

Where Paylocity and Paycom differ (5)
Attribute	Paylocity	Paycom
Pricing model	Base fee + per employee1	Quote only6
Single sign-on	SAML (SP- and IdP-initiated)7	SAML 2.08
Support channels	Phone, Email, PEAK Knowledge Base (in-product)5	Dedicated specialist, Live operators, Help Center9
Founded	199710	199811
Headquarters	Schaumburg, Illinois, US1	Oklahoma City, Oklahoma11

Show 7 attributes where they are the same

Where they are the same (7)
Attribute	Paylocity	Paycom
Price transparency	Quote only12	Quote only6
Best for	Small businesses, mid-market companies, enterprises2	Small businesses, mid-market companies, enterprises11
Deployment	Cloud1	Cloud11
Mobile apps	iOS, Android, Apple Watch13	14
ISO 27001	4	8
Automatic tax filing	15	16
Ownership	Publicly traded1	Publicly traded11

Analysis by dimension

Pricing. Neither publishes prices. Paylocity charges a nonrefundable implementation fee and bills W-2 preparation and time clocks separately; Paycom quotes a one-time implementation fee and adds its “Complete” tools to the required “Core” set. Ask both to quote the same headcount and modules.

Capabilities. Both cover payroll, time, HR, benefits and talent. Paylocity adds finance and IT modules; Paycom adds employee-run paycheck checks and daily pay through Everyday.

Integrations. Paylocity lists 435 partner integrations and documents an API with webhooks for hires, changes and processed payrolls. Paycom is built to replace other tools and lists no integrations marketplace.

Security. Paylocity publishes a SOC 2 Type 2 report and ISO 27001 certification. Paycom lists five ISO certifications, including 27001, and SOC 1, 2 and 3 reports.

Fit and support. Paylocity supports administrators by phone and email on weekdays. Paycom assigns a dedicated specialist and implements most organizations within three months with its own team.

Neither one?

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Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Paylocity and Paycom?

Paylocity connects to other tools through a 435-partner marketplace and adds finance and IT modules. Paycom keeps payroll, HR, time and talent on one database and says no third-party integrations are required.

Is Paylocity cheaper than Paycom?

Neither publishes prices: both quote by headcount and modules. Both charge an implementation fee, so compare written quotes for the same scope.

Who is Paycom's biggest competitor?

Among the HCM suites we review, Paycom shares its category with Paylocity, ADP Workforce Now, Dayforce, UKG Pro and Workday HCM. Against Paylocity, the main difference is integrations: a 435-partner marketplace against Paycom's single-database approach.

Do Paylocity and Paycom charge implementation fees?

Both do, and neither publishes the amount. Paylocity charges nonrefundable implementation fees for setting up the client and loading data, and Paycom includes a one-time implementation fee in its customized quote. Paycom says most organizations are implemented within three months.

Can Paylocity or Paycom pay employees in other countries?

Paylocity states global payroll support for more than 100 countries, and Paycom says its Global HCM manages domestic and international workforces across over 185 countries. Confirm that the countries you need are covered by the plan you are quoted.

Is Paylocity or Paycom more secure?

Both Paylocity and Paycom state ISO 27001. Paylocity states SOC 2 Type II (unverified for Paycom).

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Quotes from the sources

U.S. SEC (Paylocity Form 10-K) Paylocity annual report, fiscal 2026 (SEC filing)“We charge implementation fees for professional services provided to implement our software solutions.” “Recurring fees for each client generally include a base fee in addition to a fee based on the number of client employees and the number of products a client uses.”
Paylocity paylocity.com“Payroll Global Payroll Human Resources Time & Labor Talent Benefits Employee Experience Talent Management” “Small Business 1-99 employees Learn more Midsize Business 100-499 employees Learn more Enterprise 500+ employees”
Paylocity paylocity.com/products/capabilities/integrations“Yes, Paylocity offers hundreds of integrations across HR, payroll, benefits, accounting, time tracking, and other systems.”
Paylocity paylocity.com/company/protecting-our-clients“We engage reputable audit firms who perform annual independent attestations for SOC 1 and SOC 2 Type II, which cover controls related to financial reporting, security, confidentiality, and availability.” “We are ISO 27001:2022 certified.”
Paylocity paylocity.com/contact/client-support/administrator-support“Monday through Friday 6:00a.m. — 7:30p.m., Central Time”
Paycom Paycom pricing (Paycom)“With Paycom, each quote is customized to the functionality a company needs and the number of employees.” “Paycom provides customized pricing, so organizations pay only for what they need.”
Microsoft learn.microsoft.com/en-us/entra/identity/saas-apps/paylocity-tutorial“Paylocity supports SP and IDP initiated SSO”
Paycom paycom.com/about/security“We also offer SAML 2.0 (SSO) so clients can manage through their chosen identity provider application.” “Five (27001, 22301, 9001, 27701 and 42001)”
Paycom paycom.com/dedicated-service“Because some things shouldn’t be automated, we have live operators who will connect you directly to your dedicated specialist for ongoing support.”
Paylocity paylocity.com/company/about-us“Since 1997, we’ve been partnering with organizations to create workplaces where employees thrive, and businesses excel.”
Paycom paycom.com/about“Founded 1998 Public company Listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: PAYC)” “Paycom is headquartered in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.”
Paylocity paylocity.com/pricing“Want to Learn More About Paylocity's Pricing? Contact us and explore our flexible pricing plans that fit your needs. Request Pricing”
Paylocity paylocity.com/products/capabilities/mobile“the Paylocity Mobile App connects you to our solutions wherever your job takes you … Conveniently clock in and out with a tap on your Apple Watch and access your most-used features, like timesheets, and schedules from anywhere.”
Paycom paycom.com/payroll-hr-mobile-app“Paycom’s single, user-friendly app gives your workforce 24/7 access to manage its data and tasks with ease”
Paylocity paylocity.com/who-we-serve/multi-state-payroll“Automated federal, state, and local tax filings, ensuring accuracy and reducing administrative burden.”
Paycom paycom.com/software/payroll“Paycom handles payroll taxes, garnishments and filings — helping protect your business from costly penalties — all within a single payroll management software.”