Rippling vs Zenefits

Last updated: 2025-11-27

This comparison focuses on who each tool fits best, pricing structure (where available), and the practical differences that matter for SMB payroll decisions.

At a glance

	Rippling	Zenefits
Segment	MID	SMB
Best for	Growing teams that want payroll integrated with broader HR workflows and scalable administration.	Small businesses that want HR administration plus payroll in a unified system.
Pricing	Modular pricing; typically per-employee with add-ons (check vendor site).	Plan-based pricing, often per-employee (check vendor site).
Key features	Payroll processing HR management Workflow automation Integrations Reporting	HR management Payroll processing Benefits administration Employee self-service Compliance support

Which should you choose?

Choose Rippling if…

You fit: Growing teams that want payroll integrated with broader HR workflows and scalable administration.
You value its approach to payroll + HR tradeoffs.

Choose Zenefits if…

You fit: Small businesses that want HR administration plus payroll in a unified system.
You value its approach to payroll + HR tradeoffs.

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