Rippling vs. TriNet HR Plus

Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
Rippling
Score 8.9 out of 10
N/A
Rippling’s platform for HR, IT, payroll, and spend management automates the entire employee lifecycle, ensures compliance, supports device management, and provides real-time financial visibility from a central dashboard.
$8
per month per user
TriNet HR Plus
Score 5.3 out of 10
N/A
HR Plus (formerly Zenefits) is TriNet’s administrative services organization (ASO) solution, combining expert support and administration with a technology platform for HR, payroll, and benefits.
$10
per month
Pricing
RipplingTriNet HR Plus
Editions & Modules
Recommended
$8.00
starting price per user, per month
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Offerings
Pricing Offerings
RipplingTriNet HR Plus
Free Trial
NoNo
Free/Freemium Version
NoNo
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
YesNo
Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeOptional
Additional DetailsFor additional pricing details visit the Rippling pricing page.
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Community Pulse
RipplingTriNet HR Plus
Considered Both Products
Rippling
Chose Rippling
I think Rippling has a much better user interface than Zenefits. Once we transitioned to Rippling, there was an immediate improvement in quality. It is not to say that Zenefits or TriNet are not solid competitors or behind the times but, in my opinion, Rippling is just a step …
Chose Rippling
Rippling provides a higher level of customization and flexibility compared to Gusto. Including workflows, and reporting. Rippling provides a robust self-service portal where employees can manage their own benefits, time off, and other HR-related tasks that I haven't found as …
Chose Rippling
I recently moved an employer/company to Rippling from TriNet. The experience has been oustanding and this employer is very happy with the move to Rippling. The service support from TriNet is severely lacking and it is very difficult for employers and employees to get any …
Chose Rippling
We’ve used both ADP TotalSource and TriNet in the past, and while they got the job done, Rippling represents a major leap forward in several key areas. The ease of use is night and day—Rippling’s platform is intuitive and modern, making it much simpler to manage payroll, …
Chose Rippling
Rippling has a way better UI and is easier to work with compared to these other products. I hope our company considers implementing the features of Expensify (for reimbursement) and Navan (for travel) into Rippling as I have had issues with both of those products and imagine …
Chose Rippling
Rippling was recommended by one of my mentors and used at my previous company. We migrated off Gusto for one main reason - the increased options for benefits coverage were much more attractive for a growing company with employees in different parts of the US. I haven't used TriN…
Chose Rippling
Rippling's customer service far exceeds TriNet and Lever.
Rippling's cost is fair for all value provided.
Chose Rippling
Zenefits was great for awhile, but we did feel we outgrew them as an organization.We have over 270 employees now and will be continuing to grow in HC for the perpetual future. Rippling is able to grow with us and also take us there. We can scale our processes and automate and …
Chose Rippling
Having used other HR-related software over the past several years, I find Rippling to be the most user-friendly, intuitive, efficient, and comprehensive offering that I have had experience with.
Chose Rippling
the company that I work for decided to change the platform from Zenefits to Rippling. In the beginning the transition was a bit off, because I was used to a different platform but once I got the hang of it, I can say that I'm pleased with Rippling.
Chose Rippling
Rippling blows these other platforms away. We selected Rippling because it enabled us to consolidate platforms and pay FTEs and contractors overseas and domestically all from the same platform while offering the ability to customize pay cycles. This along with the App Store for …
Chose Rippling
Very similar to Zenefits. Actually, Rippling is identical. One great thing that Rippling does in comparison is that the enrollment process is significantly easier for things such as benefits. Gusto did not explain things as well as Rippling. I prefer the app structure in …
Chose Rippling
In my opinion Rippling blows Zenefits out of the water. There is no comparison. We used Zenefits for years and they drove us out by reducing features while increasing fees I found. From my point of view, it very limited platform compared to Rippling.
Chose Rippling
Rippling is much more comprehensive. The IT integration is outstanding and provides a huge benefit.
Chose Rippling
Traditional payroll software has a clunky user experience. They get the job done, but it's at the expense of more time spent by my HR team in supporting employees in using the software to find what they need. Rippling's self-service features work because it's intuitive and easy …
Chose Rippling
In comparison to Paychex Flex, ADP and Zenefits, I think Rippling is designed with an edge of modernity. Rippling's features are more relevant and up-to-date. The platform is designed in a way that is straightforward and easy to use. So far I haven't been confused as to where …
Chose Rippling
Rippling is the 2020's version of Zenefits, more integrated into the business admin environment and so much more than a payroll system.
Chose Rippling
I would say Zenefits is a better product, the UX is better and offers same features. Zenefits beats out rippling with their mobile app. Zenefits app makes it easy for me to clock in and out and adjust my timecard. Adjusting your timecard in rippling is confusing at first …
Chose Rippling
Rippling is far more cost-effective than Zenefits or TriNet and far easier for an administrator to navigate. TriNet is ridiculously difficult to navigate and hard to train other admins on once you finally figure it out. Zenefits messed up our benefits and dropped employees from …
Chose Rippling
Zenefits was great, but again Rippling is just more inclusive for everything. We used Zenefits for just our benefits (medical, dental, vision, etc.), but not everything else like PTO, which was on a separate app. We needed something that could include everything "HR" related …
TriNet HR Plus
Chose TriNet HR Plus
Zenefits felt like a better fit than Rippling because the IT procurement process felt designed for a smaller organization for us.
Otherwise, the tools felt comparable & could deliver on their promises.
Chose TriNet HR Plus
TriNet HR Platform provides full PEO services and functionality at the best price for a company of our size. The added functions of expense, time entry, ATS, performance, and learning/training are nice perks as well.
Features
RipplingTriNet HR Plus
Human Resource Management
Comparison of Human Resource Management features of Product A and Product B
Rippling
9.1
1092 Ratings
12% above category average
TriNet HR Plus
6.6
136 Ratings
21% below category average
Employee demographic data8.9775 Ratings6.5112 Ratings
Employment history8.9800 Ratings7.5106 Ratings
Job profiles and administration9.1912 Ratings6.0106 Ratings
Workflow for transfers, promotions, pay raises, etc.9.2810 Ratings6.0111 Ratings
Organizational charting9.2945 Ratings5.5120 Ratings
Organization and location management9.2840 Ratings7.0123 Ratings
Compliance data (COBRA, OSHA, etc.)9.0647 Ratings7.5109 Ratings
Payroll Management
Comparison of Payroll Management features of Product A and Product B
Rippling
9.3
1140 Ratings
13% above category average
TriNet HR Plus
7.2
121 Ratings
12% below category average
Pay calculation9.31026 Ratings8.0104 Ratings
Off-cycle/On-Demand payment9.0716 Ratings7.066 Ratings
Benefit plan administration9.0997 Ratings7.5109 Ratings
Direct deposit files9.51001 Ratings7.5104 Ratings
Salary revision and increment management9.4768 Ratings7.597 Ratings
Reimbursement management9.3673 Ratings7.068 Ratings
Support for external payroll vendors00 Ratings6.052 Ratings
Leave and Attendance Management
Comparison of Leave and Attendance Management features of Product A and Product B
Rippling
9.3
1022 Ratings
13% above category average
TriNet HR Plus
6.5
119 Ratings
23% below category average
Approval workflow9.4986 Ratings6.5117 Ratings
Balance details9.3939 Ratings6.0115 Ratings
Annual carry-forward and encashment9.3696 Ratings7.095 Ratings
Employee Self Service
Comparison of Employee Self Service features of Product A and Product B
Rippling
9.2
1187 Ratings
11% above category average
TriNet HR Plus
6.9
135 Ratings
17% below category average
View and generate pay and benefit information9.41124 Ratings7.5129 Ratings
Update personal information9.51173 Ratings8.0135 Ratings
View company policy documentation9.4974 Ratings7.0122 Ratings
Employee recognition8.6651 Ratings4.566 Ratings
View job history9.0840 Ratings7.5104 Ratings
Asset Management
Comparison of Asset Management features of Product A and Product B
Rippling
8.9
507 Ratings
10% above category average
TriNet HR Plus
7.0
23 Ratings
14% below category average
Tracking of all physical assets8.9507 Ratings7.023 Ratings
HR Reporting
Comparison of HR Reporting features of Product A and Product B
Rippling
9.0
616 Ratings
17% above category average
TriNet HR Plus
6.3
108 Ratings
18% below category average
Report builder8.8596 Ratings6.0104 Ratings
Pre-built reports9.1563 Ratings7.5106 Ratings
Ability to combine HR data with external data9.2510 Ratings5.567 Ratings
Onboarding
Comparison of Onboarding features of Product A and Product B
Rippling
9.4
845 Ratings
16% above category average
TriNet HR Plus
6.5
115 Ratings
20% below category average
New hire portal9.5823 Ratings7.5114 Ratings
Manager tracking tools9.3641 Ratings5.594 Ratings
Performance and Goals
Comparison of Performance and Goals features of Product A and Product B
Rippling
9.1
497 Ratings
12% above category average
TriNet HR Plus
2.9
44 Ratings
94% below category average
Corporate goal setting9.2427 Ratings3.140 Ratings
Individual goal setting9.0457 Ratings3.143 Ratings
Line-of sight-visibility9.1423 Ratings2.138 Ratings
Performance tracking8.9452 Ratings3.140 Ratings
Performance Management
Comparison of Performance Management features of Product A and Product B
Rippling
9.3
571 Ratings
17% above category average
TriNet HR Plus
6.5
61 Ratings
19% below category average
Performance plans9.2503 Ratings6.558 Ratings
Performance improvement plans9.2477 Ratings6.054 Ratings
Review status tracking9.2508 Ratings6.056 Ratings
Review reminders9.4536 Ratings7.056 Ratings
Multiple review frequency9.3466 Ratings7.052 Ratings
Succession Planning
Comparison of Succession Planning features of Product A and Product B
Rippling
9.1
422 Ratings
15% above category average
TriNet HR Plus
4.2
25 Ratings
60% below category average
Create succession plans/pools9.1350 Ratings2.021 Ratings
Candidate ranking9.2360 Ratings5.623 Ratings
Candidate search9.2377 Ratings4.625 Ratings
Candidate development9.0359 Ratings4.624 Ratings
Recruiting / ATS
Comparison of Recruiting / ATS features of Product A and Product B
Rippling
9.0
482 Ratings
15% above category average
TriNet HR Plus
5.5
29 Ratings
34% below category average
Job Requisition Management9.1383 Ratings5.122 Ratings
Company Website Posting9.0368 Ratings6.118 Ratings
Publish to Social Media9.2325 Ratings5.116 Ratings
Job Search Site Posting8.9336 Ratings5.118 Ratings
Duplicate Candidate Prevention9.1336 Ratings5.321 Ratings
Applicant Tracking8.9369 Ratings6.020 Ratings
Notifications and Alerts9.1452 Ratings5.526 Ratings
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Paypro Workforce Management
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User Ratings
RipplingTriNet HR Plus
Likelihood to Recommend
9.2
(1162 ratings)
6.5
(145 ratings)
Likelihood to Renew
8.9
(20 ratings)
8.5
(11 ratings)
Usability
9.4
(1161 ratings)
6.5
(36 ratings)
Availability
9.1
(4 ratings)
9.1
(4 ratings)
Performance
8.6
(4 ratings)
8.5
(4 ratings)
Support Rating
9.2
(877 ratings)
8.8
(42 ratings)
In-Person Training
8.6
(2 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
Implementation Rating
7.8
(9 ratings)
9.1
(4 ratings)
Configurability
6.7
(3 ratings)
8.8
(4 ratings)
Ease of integration
9.1
(2 ratings)
9.1
(3 ratings)
Product Scalability
9.1
(3 ratings)
8.9
(4 ratings)
Vendor post-sale
9.1
(2 ratings)
8.9
(4 ratings)
Vendor pre-sale
8.6
(2 ratings)
8.9
(4 ratings)
User Testimonials
RipplingTriNet HR Plus
Likelihood to Recommend
Rippling
Great as an HRIS-as-master and configuring dynamic groups that can be synced with downstream apps or IdP solutions to help streamline IAM processes and user lifecycle management. If you are a business planning to scale, Rippling is a noteworthy option that provides a nice suite of products that can be added as you grow. It may be too heavy for a small business, but worth keeping tabs with for future growth. The Rippling IT module could be beneficial for companies/businesses that aren't subject to tighter security controls. It still needs to build out more granular customizations and controls for it to be more competitive with other MDM's.
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TriNet
I think as a small business owner, this system gives peace of mind. When I'm onboarding an employee I can automatically integrate the process with Gmail and Quickbooks. I feel like they are always doing work in the background and I don't have to keep checking up on them or verifying the work that's been done
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Pros
Rippling
  • Keeping track of and entering time off and watching time of approvals
  • Providing fast links to access accounts for health/retirement benefits
  • Extremely convenient access to see how much money is left in my flexible savings account and reordering a new card if I need one
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TriNet
  • Payroll services in all 50 states, including payroll tax filings
  • Integrations with tools like QuickBooks, Google Workspace, Slack, and Human Interest (401(k))
  • Simple yet powerful mobile app for employees to access information including paystubs, benefits, and time off requests
  • Streamlined admin portal for People Ops professionals
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Cons
Rippling
  • The overall look and feel of Rippling is dated; it looks like it's straight out of the 00's.
  • The could be more functionality in the LMS, expanded features, more options, it works, and it's basic, but it could be really great with a few added features.
  • The shift from using people's personal email to log in to their work email, not everyone wants to use their personal information to log into a work system.
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TriNet
  • Support doesn't exist once you are a customer
  • Tax team has a 3-6 month response time
  • Poor Menu/Navigation structure
  • Fails to pay taxes on time, results in delinquency notices and fees
  • Glitchy UI, sometimes you need to wait a day or two for a section to work again
  • Feels like a perpetual beta product, nothing polished about it
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Likelihood to Renew
Rippling
The AI assistant has always been able to direct me to the correct solution to any question i have about Rippling. Payroll is so easy, it takes about 10 minutes to go through the process.
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TriNet
We've already renewed after our first year with Zenefits due to the cost savings, ease of administration, reduction in overhead required to perform HR functions, and the employees happily embracing and liking the software. I've found employees generally hate anything new, but we've had no complaints about Zenefits outside the first few weeks of getting used to it.
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Usability
Rippling
The interface is very user-friendly. Everything you do on Rippling is communicated to you via email (for example, when your invoice is approved, when your payment will be received, and any login attempts). There are some things that need work, though, some minor issues with "where some menus are located", but those are minor things that don't spoil the overall experience with the product (but they should be addressed nonetheless).
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TriNet
It's extremely user friendly and customer service is super helpful. The app needed help a while back but it has greatly improved. There were issues with files being cut off, and when I was onboarded, it actually cut my offer letter off hiding important information. Since then, it's been fixed so they are continually improving.
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Reliability and Availability
Rippling
I like that the availability in using Rippling at any given time is useful to me. Getting on the site freely when I need gives me security of knowing that I can be in control of viewing health insurance and hours information. I have yet to get any errors in using the Rippling app.
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TriNet
We have not experienced any application errors or unplanned outages in the two years I have been using this app. Sometimes there is a lag in the time keeping/ confirming your location, however, it quickly resolves itself within seconds and more often than not is an internet connection error
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Performance
Rippling
Rippling's performance has been great, no errors or glitches yet so far. I am confident that Going from one page to the next and all its complexity usage does not lag or times out, it works effectively and efficiently. While using Rippling and other apps it does not tend to slow it down, works great. No complaints.
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TriNet
This app always loads extremely quickly and in a reasonable time frame. Like I said, when we do experience lags from this app, it is more often than not an internet connection error
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Support Rating
Rippling
When I did have to reach out to Rippling for assistance I was able to get quick help and my problem resolved in a time efficient manner with out any type of hick up. The customer support team is professional, kind and always available. This makes Rippling more welcoming to use on a daily basis.
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TriNet
Not good at all. Basically I typically feel like they can solve the issue at hand. However, they take forever and it never feels like they really care. It can be frustrating that the agent will never speak with you on the phone or just give you their direct contact info so that you can continue to follow up on the same issue. Once they "close" the issue - you have to go back to the main customer service email or line again, even though it may be related to something you've contacted them about in the past
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In-Person Training
Rippling
The trainer went slow and and answered our questions.
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TriNet
Can't really say just because I would not know.
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Online Training
Rippling
No answers on this topic
TriNet
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Implementation Rating
Rippling
It's really easy to implement in comparison to other tools or applications. Different key points are easily configured and implemented as per need, having different configurations in systems. Implementation is something which binds the different parameters of an organization in a single row. Implementation of rippling is much easier, quicker, and error free than any other software. I recommend it strongly!
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TriNet
Unfortunately I do not have any insights on the implementation of Zenefits as I was not employed with this company when Zenefits was introduced. Based on how effortless it is to use Zenefits, I wouldn't image there would be many issues with the implementation of Zenefits
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Alternatives Considered
Rippling
We chose Rippling primarily based on cost and feature set available. As a small organization, budget is a high priority. Rippling gave us enterprise-level features at an affordable cost for an early stage start up. We appreciate that we have the opportunity to expand our feature set within Rippling as our business and workforce grow.
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TriNet
Zenefits has been a better tool for our purposes than Paychex Flex. While Zenefits is a fairly rigid tool without a lot of options for customization, Paychex has even fewer options for customization and their customer services is even more difficult to deal with
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Scalability
Rippling
I can go on here and see all my hours and pto plus health benefits. I like to have the work handbook handy to refer to legal things. How to work my role within it's limits. Being able to put in my hours and view when they are approved is a huge benefit for me.
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TriNet
It is very easy to use and does not require the end user to go to multiple sites to obtain many facets of HR/ Payroll information that the app offers
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Return on Investment
Rippling
  • Our HR team used to spend almost three days doing payroll calculations before Rippling. This platform has cut that time down by 75%! Now they can devote the time they would've spent on payroll to other important tasks.
  • Rippling saves employees time by making time-tracking less of a headache.
  • Rippling has so many so many services that it's essentially a one-stop-shop for centralized HR solutions!
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TriNet
  • California Meal Break Violations cost a full hour of each employees pay rate. If an employee clocks in 1 minute early it costs us at least 10.50 (minimum wage Ca, 15.00 in Los Angeles) which adds up quickly. We had 37 meal break violations when we first rolled it out. They need to add a feature that disallows them to clock in ahead of 30 minutes, or add a feature that shows them how long they've been on break.
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ScreenShots

Rippling Screenshots

Screenshot of the Rippling Dashboard: Employees' home for their payroll, benefits, documents, devices, expenses, and apps.Screenshot of Rippling Payroll: Runs payroll in 90 seconds. Pays employees and contractors around the world. Automatic tax filing.Screenshot of Rippling Benefits Administration: For the management of employees' Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, FSA, HSA, and commuter benefits.Screenshot of Rippling Single Sign-On: Employees can access all of their SaaS apps in one click from their Rippling dashboard.Screenshot of Rippling’s Time & Attendance platform. This integrates with the rest of the product suite so that when employees clock in, their approved hours automatically synced with payroll and accounting systems.Screenshot of Rippling Mobile Device Management: To manage employees' computers and devices 100% remotely.

TriNet HR Plus Screenshots

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