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Best BBSI Alternatives

10 products that do the same job as BBSI, with similarity scores and how each one is priced.

By LeadChange Research TeamUpdated Based on 29 sources, most recently checked

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BBSI alternatives, closest first

  1. Amplify HRSimilarity 100
  2. Abel HRSimilarity 90
  3. DecisionHRSimilarity 90

Alternatives by reason for switching

  • Published price

    Justworks

    From $1,975 a month at 25 employees (starting price); BBSI does not publish comparable prices.

    $79/employee/mo (PEO Basic plan)1

  • Published pricing

    Deel

    Publishes its prices and scores 5.4/10; Justworks (9.7) also publish and score higher (listed above for another reason).

    Published2

  • Higher LeadChange Score

    G&A Partners

    7.3/10 in PEO Services vs 5.0 for BBSI; Justworks (9.7), listed above for another reason, score higher still.

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BBSI alternatives, closest first

Products built for the same job come first, then products that also cover it, each group by similarity: the share of categories (50%), company sizes served (30%) and pricing model (20%) a product shares with BBSI.

  1. Amplify HR

    vs BBSI: Amplify HR: quote-only; BBSI: quote-only. PEO Services score 6.2 vs 5.0.

    Similarity100 of 100
  2. Abel HR

    vs BBSI: Abel HR: quote-only; BBSI: quote-only. PEO Services score 4.8 vs 5.0.

    Similarity90 of 100
  3. DecisionHR

    vs BBSI: DecisionHR: quote-only; BBSI: quote-only. PEO Services score 4.5 vs 5.0.

    Similarity90 of 100
  4. Emplicity

    vs BBSI: Emplicity: quote-only; BBSI: quote-only. PEO Services score 2.8 vs 5.0.

    Similarity90 of 100
  5. Engage PEO

    vs BBSI: Engage PEO: quote-only; BBSI: quote-only. PEO Services score 5.6 vs 5.0.

    Similarity90 of 100
  6. ExtensisHR

    vs BBSI: ExtensisHR: quote-only; BBSI: quote-only. PEO Services score 6.2 vs 5.0.

    Similarity90 of 100
  7. FrankCrum

    vs BBSI: FrankCrum: quote-only; BBSI: quote-only. PEO Services score 4.5 vs 5.0.

    Similarity90 of 100
  8. Helpside

    vs BBSI: Helpside: quote-only; BBSI: quote-only. Not scored yet in PEO Services; BBSI scores 5.0.

    Similarity90 of 100
  9. INFINITI HR

    vs BBSI: INFINITI HR: quote-only; BBSI: quote-only. PEO Services score 5.7 vs 5.0.

    Similarity90 of 100
  10. Questco

    vs BBSI: Questco: quote-only; BBSI: quote-only. PEO Services score 4.4 vs 5.0.

    Similarity90 of 100

Why buyers look beyond BBSI

  1. No published pricing

    BBSI sets a custom rate per client and publishes no package prices.

  2. Benefits and workers’ comp are add-ons

    Health benefits, workers’ compensation and the 401(k) plan sit outside the Core Package as optional services.

BBSI vs its closest alternatives

PEO Services comparison: LeadChange Score, pricing and verified service facts
ProductScorePublished priceIRS-certified PEO4ESAC accredited5,9Workers’ comp includedPricing modelStates served
BBSI35.0Quote onlyNoYesNoQuote onlyNot published
Amplify HR6,76.2Quote onlyYesYesYesQuote onlyNot published
Abel HR8,10,114.8Quote onlyYesNoYesQuote onlyLocations in New Jersey, New York, Florida and California; clients across the U.S.
DecisionHR12–144.5Quote onlyYesNoYesQuote onlyAll 50 states
Emplicity15,162.8Quote onlyNoNoYesQuote onlyNot published
Engage PEO17–195.6Quote onlyYesYesYesQuote onlyAll 50 states
ExtensisHR20,216.2Quote onlyYesYesYesQuote onlyAll 50 states, the U.S. Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico
FrankCrum224.5Quote onlyNoNoYesQuote onlyNot published

Alternatives to similar products

Frequently asked questions

What are the best alternatives to BBSI?

Among products built for the same job in PEO Services, the closest to BBSI are Amplify HR, Abel HR (90% similar), and DecisionHR (90% similar), by the categories, company sizes and pricing model they share. Amplify HR vs BBSI: Amplify HR: quote-only; BBSI: quote-only. PEO Services score 6.2 vs 5.0.

Which PEO alternative to BBSI has the lowest published price?

Justworks: From $1,975 a month at 25 employees (starting price); BBSI does not publish comparable prices.

Which BBSI alternatives publish their prices?

Of the alternatives to BBSI, G&A Partners, Justworks, and Deel publish list prices for at least one plan. BBSI prices by quote.

Which BBSI alternative scores highest?

Justworks scores highest at 9.7/10; BBSI scores 5.0. Closest to BBSI: Amplify HR (6.2).

Why do teams look for BBSI alternatives?

The fit limits documented for BBSI: no published pricing and benefits and workers’ comp are add-ons. The “Why buyers look beyond BBSI” section explains each one from its source.

Which BBSI alternatives include workers’ compensation?

Amplify HR, Abel HR, DecisionHR, Emplicity, and 9 more handle workers’ compensation as part of their service; BBSI does not include it.

Is Justworks better than BBSI?

Justworks scores 9.7/10 in PEO Services against 5.0 for BBSI; which fits better depends on your headcount, budget and the modules you need. Feature by feature: BBSI vs Justworks.

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Sources

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Quotes from the sources
  1. 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.” “Transparent & Simple Pricing”
  2. Deel deel.com/pricing“Transparent and fair pricing that grows with your business”
  3. BBSI bbsi.com/pricing“No. BBSI does not use flat or one‑size‑fits‑all pricing because every business has unique workforce needs, risk exposure, and operational complexity.” “Optional, customizable add-ons to expand your support model as your business grows.”
  4. Internal Revenue Service irs.gov/pub/irs-sbse/active-cpeos.pdf“Applicant Name” “Amplify HR Management, LLC 1033 Skokie Blvd Suite 430 NORTHBR IL 60062 US 1/1/2025”
  5. Employer Services Assurance Corporation (ESAC) findapeo.esac.org/findpeo.aspx?S=US-TX“BBSI” “Amplify HR Management”
  6. Amplify HR Management amplifyhr.com/pricing“Tailored pricing that scales with your business.”
  7. Amplify HR Management amplifyhr.com/faqs“Yes. We offer comprehensive workers’ compensation coverage and claims management services.” “Pricing depends on the size of your business and the services you need. Contact us for a customized quote.”
  8. Abel HR abelhr.com/contact-us“Now that you have found Abel HR, call or email us today to get started!” “New Jersey, New York, Florida, and California.”
  9. Employer Services Assurance Corporation (ESAC) esac.org/Business/find-a-peo“Select a state from the below map or drop-down menu for a list of accredited PEOs prepared to serve you and your employees in your area”
  10. Abel HR abelhr.com/services/safety-workers-compensation“Best of all, with Abel’s volume plan for workers’ compensation insurance, you pay a consistent monthly premium with no large deposits or surprises at the end of the year.”
  11. Abel HR abelhr.com/free-quote“I am new to Abel HR”
  12. DecisionHR decisionhr.com/contact“You’ll just need to provide us with basic information on your company.” “It is very easy to get a quote from DecisionHR!”
  13. DecisionHR decisionhr.com“Outstanding risk management services inclusive of Workers’ Compensation Insurance and Employment Practices Liability Insurance (EPLI).”
  14. DecisionHR decisionhr.com/your-team“We’re excited to share that we now support all 50 states in the USA.”
  15. Emplicity emplicity.com/about“We’ve streamlined the process and made it simple to get the details you need.”
  16. Emplicity emplicity.com/services“Fully insured workers’ compensation carrier with “AAA” rated national carrier Multi-state coverage Expert claims management and loss control” “Customized Plans. Transparent Fees. Dedicated Team.”
  17. Engage PEO engagepeo.com“Our tailored PEO services streamline operations while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency”
  18. Engage PEO engagepeo.com/services/risk-solutions“Protect your employees and stay compliant with workers’ compensation insurance, covering medical expenses and lost wages for work-related injuries.”
  19. Engage PEO engagepeo.com/about“with Engage now serving clients in all 50 states”
  20. ExtensisHR extensishr.com/contact“Fill out the form and a member of our team will be in touch.” “Contact us for a personalized quote.”
  21. ExtensisHR extensishr.com/services/peo“Workers’ compensation insurance”
  22. FrankCrum frankcrum.com/pricing“We'd rather give you an accurate quote than a misleading estimate.” “Workers' comp insurance and claims management”
  23. G&A Partners gnapartners.com/peo“A typical range for PEO services with G&A Partners is $65-150 per month per employee for core HR functions. Employer-paid benefits costs are often a separate line item.” “Risk management and safety services, including workers’ compensation and claims assistance”
  24. Deel deel.com/solutions/hr“Core starts at $5 per employee per month and covers worker profiles, org chart, time off, job architecture, workflows, approvals, anonymous reporting and people analytics.”
  25. Helpside helpside.com/risk-management“Qualifying Helpside clients have access to a unique workers’ compensation plan that offers:”
  26. INFINITI HR infinitihr.com/resources/faqs“Employer Mandatory Insurance True-Group Workers’ Compensation and EPLI”
  27. Questco questco.net/hr-services/safety-workers-compensation“Access to WC insurance at attractive rates”
  28. Justworks help.justworks.com/hc/en-us/articles/360004473472-Workers-Compensation-Insurance“Once you sign up with Justworks PEO, you and your employees will be covered under the Justworks workers compensation policies, with some exceptions..”
  29. Deel help.letsdeel.com/hc/en-gb/articles/26543769986833-PEO-Responsibilities-and-Client-Responsibilities“Provide Workers’ Compensation Insurance coverage for covered employees and administer claims under said coverage in accordance with applicable law.”

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