BambooHR vs ADP Run
Side-by-side from the Top 11 rankings of The 11 Best Leave Management Software Tools for SMBs (2026) and The 11 Best Payroll Software for SMBs (2026). Last verified June 27, 2026.
The short answer
BambooHR ranks higher on Top 11 (#2 vs #5) for HR managers and small business owners tracking employee PTO, sick leave, and time off / Small business owners running payroll without in-house HR. Top choice for integrating leave management into a full, easy-to-use HRIS.
At a glance
| BambooHR | ADP Run | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #2 / The 11 Best Leave Management Software Tools for SMBs (2026) | #5 / The 11 Best Payroll Software for SMBs (2026) |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 9.1 | 8.4 |
| Best for | Best all-in-one HRIS for SMBs | Reliability and scalability |
| Pricing | $$$ (Custom Quote) | $$$ (Varies by quote) |
| HQ | Lindon, USA | Roseland, USA |
| Founded | 2008 | 1949 |
BambooHR
Top choice for integrating leave management into a full, easy-to-use HRIS.
www.bamboohr.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Leave Management Software Tools for SMBs (2026)
ADP Run
The SMB solution from an industry giant, offering unmatched reliability, compliance, and scalability.
www.adp.com/what-we-offer/by-business-size/small-business.aspxSee full entry in The 11 Best Payroll Software for SMBs (2026)
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