ADP Run vs Copper: which one fits your business?
Side-by-side comparison of ADP Run and Copper — fees, features, ease, support, and which one fits your business. Scored on the same rubric.
Short answer: ADP Run wins on our scorecard (7.3/10 vs 7.2/10).
| Scored on | ADP Run | Copper |
|---|---|---|
| Right fit for small biz | 8 | 8 |
| Ease of use | 8 | 9 |
| Fees & pricing | 6 | 6 |
| Customer support | 5 | 6 |
| Features | 9 | 7 |
| Base Monthly Fee | Varies by quote (typically $50-$160) | — |
| Per-Employee Fee | Varies (typically $2-$5 per check) | — |
| Implementation Fee | Often waived with promotions | — |
| W-2 Filing Fee | Varies by tier | — |
| Basic Plan (per user) | — | $23/mo (Annual) |
| Professional (per user) | — | $52/mo (Annual) |
| Business (per user) | — | $99/mo (Annual) |
| Free Trial | — | 14 Days |
ADP Run in one paragraph
A robust, corporate-grade payroll engine that excels at tax compliance but can be pricey due to hidden fees and tiered service levels.
Skip it if: You are a solopreneur with only one or two employees who wants a simple, flat-rate monthly fee.
Copper in one paragraph
The best CRM on the market for businesses that exclusively use Google Workspace and want to eliminate manual data entry.
Skip it if: You use Microsoft Outlook or plan to scale your team beyond 50 employees in the next 18 months.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, ADP Run or Copper?
On our five-axis scorecard, ADP Run scores higher (7.3/10 vs 7.2/10). A robust, corporate-grade payroll engine that excels at tax compliance but can be pricey due to hidden fees and tiered service levels.
Who should skip ADP Run?
You are a solopreneur with only one or two employees who wants a simple, flat-rate monthly fee.
Who should skip Copper?
You use Microsoft Outlook or plan to scale your team beyond 50 employees in the next 18 months.