# ADP Mobile Solutions vs Paychex Flex

The clearest difference is ads: Paychex Flex at none against ADP Mobile Solutions's shown. Paychex Flex also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). ADP Mobile Solutions's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs monthly) and ratings volume (4.4M vs 575K). On price, rating, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for ADP Mobile Solutions against 4.8 for Paychex Flex. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ADP Mobile Solutions has 4.4M ratings behind it against 575K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 22% of ADP Mobile Solutions's written reviews are positive against 12% of Paychex Flex's.

ADP Mobile Solutions ships an update weekly, Paychex Flex monthly. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | ADP Mobile Solutions | Paychex Flex |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (4.4M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/adp-mobile-solutions/id444553167/reviews) | **[4.8 (575K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/paychex-flex/id527740152/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **4.4M** | 575K |
| Positive reviews | **21.7% of reviews** | 12.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#6** | #37 |
| Size | 183 MB | 328 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.4** | 17.4 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [ADP, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/363884520) | [Paychex, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/476461118) |

## What reviewers say

### ADP Mobile Solutions

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/adp-mobile-solutions/id444553167)

**Currently charting:** #6 Top Free · Business, #86 Top Free (US App Store)

Access payroll, time, benefits, and HR information for yourself and your team. Track time, view pay statements, manage time off, and connect with colleagues. Managers can approve requests and view team calendars.

**Highlights:** View pay & W2 statements, Request and approve time off, Track time & attendance (punch in/out, timesheets), View benefit plan information, Contact colleagues, Approve time cards, View team calendars

**Features:** Apple Wallet, Apple Watch app, iMessage stickers

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 📊 Convenient access to pay information
- 💳 Helpful for tracking hours and clocking in/out

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent bugs and glitches
- 🔁 Inconsistent password requirements
- ⏱️ Slow loading times
- 🔒 Issues with Face ID/fingerprint login
- 🤯 Poor user experience and navigation

**Reported bugs**

- Incorrect time/punch recording
- Frequent login issues and account lockouts
- Unreliable server connectivity
- Compatibility problems with newer iOS versions

**Requested features**

- Calendar integration for schedules
- Ability to edit time off requests
- Customizable default screens
- Improved notification system


### Paychex Flex

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/paychex-flex/id527740152)

**Currently charting:** #37 Top Free · Business (US App Store)

This app connects employers and employees to essential payroll and benefits functions. Employers can submit payroll, access reports, and view employee data. Employees can view pay stubs, manage retirement contributions, and access benefit details.

**Highlights:** Submit payroll on the go, Access payroll reports, View employee pay stubs and tax documents, Manage retirement contributions and investments, Access health and benefits information, Touch ID and Face ID authentication

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- ⭐ Convenient access to payroll information
- 🚀 Easy to use and navigate
- 💻 Helpful for both employers and employees

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐢 Slow and unresponsive app performance
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and glitches
- 🔒 Security issues with account access
- 💸 Concerns about privacy and data sharing

**Reported bugs**

- Login screen freezes or fails to load
- Time tracking inaccuracies and missed punches
- Inconsistent app behavior across devices

**Requested features**

- Ability to edit time punches directly in the app
- More detailed payroll information and reporting
- Improved notification system for payroll updates


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ADP Mobile Solutions free?

ADP Mobile Solutions is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Paychex Flex free?

Paychex Flex is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, ADP Mobile Solutions or Paychex Flex?

Paychex Flex is rated higher. ADP Mobile Solutions averages 4.7 out of 5 from 4.4M ratings, while Paychex Flex averages 4.8 from 575K ratings.

### Do ADP Mobile Solutions or Paychex Flex have ads?

ADP Mobile Solutions shows ads; Paychex Flex does not.

### Which is updated more often, ADP Mobile Solutions or Paychex Flex?

ADP Mobile Solutions ships an update weekly, and Paychex Flex monthly. Most recently, ADP Mobile Solutions was updated on September 24, 2026 and Paychex Flex on September 24, 2026.

### Which is more popular, ADP Mobile Solutions or Paychex Flex?

ADP Mobile Solutions currently peaks at #6 in the App Store charts, and Paychex Flex at #37. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*