Copper vs OnPay: which one fits your business?
Side-by-side comparison of Copper and OnPay — fees, features, ease, support, and which one fits your business. Scored on the same rubric.
Short answer: OnPay wins on our scorecard (8.3/10 vs 7.2/10).
| Scored on | Copper | OnPay |
|---|---|---|
| Right fit for small biz | 8 | 9 |
| Ease of use | 9 | 8 |
| Fees & pricing | 6 | 9 |
| Customer support | 6 | 7 |
| Features | 7 | 8 |
| Basic Plan (per user) | $23/mo (Annual) | — |
| Professional (per user) | $52/mo (Annual) | — |
| Business (per user) | $99/mo (Annual) | — |
| Free Trial | 14 Days | — |
| Base Monthly Fee | — | $40.00 |
| Per Employee/Contractor | — | $6.00 |
| Tax Filing Fees | — | $0.00 |
| Setup Fee | — | $0.00 |
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.
OnPay in one paragraph
OnPay is the best value in full-service payroll for small businesses that want predictable pricing and zero hidden fees for tax filings.
Skip it if: You need 24/7 customer support or a dedicated mobile app for managing payroll on the go.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, Copper or OnPay?
On our five-axis scorecard, OnPay scores higher (8.3/10 vs 7.2/10). OnPay is the best value in full-service payroll for small businesses that want predictable pricing and zero hidden fees for tax filings.
Who should skip Copper?
You use Microsoft Outlook or plan to scale your team beyond 50 employees in the next 18 months.
Who should skip OnPay?
You need 24/7 customer support or a dedicated mobile app for managing payroll on the go.