Ceridian Dayforce vs Paylocity
Side-by-side from the Top 11 rankings of The 11 Best Workforce Management Software Platforms and The 11 Best Benefits Administration Software Platforms. Last verified June 18, 2026.
The short answer
Paylocity ranks higher on Top 11 (#6 vs #9) for Operations and HR managers scheduling staff, tracking time, and managing labor costs / HR teams managing employee health insurance, 401k, and benefits enrollment. A solid HCM that links benefits to employee communication.
At a glance
| Ceridian Dayforce | Paylocity | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #9 / The 11 Best Workforce Management Software Platforms | #6 / The 11 Best Benefits Administration Software Platforms |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 7.6 | 8.2 |
| Best for | Continuous pay calculation. | Best for Employee Engagement |
| Pricing | $$$$ ($15+ PEPM) | $$$ (Custom Quote) |
| HQ | Minneapolis, USA | Schaumburg, USA |
| Founded | 1992 | 1997 |
Ceridian Dayforce
Unique for its real-time, continuous pay calculation engine.
www.ceridian.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Workforce Management Software Platforms
Paylocity
A solid HCM that links benefits to employee communication.
www.paylocity.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Benefits Administration Software Platforms
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