Ceridian Dayforce vs Paylocity
Side-by-side from the Top 11 rankings of UKG Pro Workforce Management vs Rippling vs ADP Workforce Now: 11 Best Workforce Management Software Platforms 2026 and Rippling vs Gusto vs Zenefits: 11 Best Benefits Administration Software Platforms 2026. 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 / UKG Pro Workforce Management vs Rippling vs ADP Workforce Now: 11 Best Workforce Management Software Platforms 2026 | #6 / Rippling vs Gusto vs Zenefits: 11 Best Benefits Administration Software Platforms 2026 |
| 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 |
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