Ranked #8 of 27 · Grade C
Amplify HR: Trust Score 54
Amplify HR ranks #8 of 27 PEOs. It loses points on esac accreditation, price transparency, contract flexibility, coverage.
Score breakdown
IRS CPEO certification30/30
ESAC accreditation0/20
Price transparency10/20
Contract flexibility0/10
Small-business access10/10
Coverage4/10
Total 54/100. How each factor is scored.
The record
Price
~$100–$180/employee/mo Estimate
Pricing model
Quote
IRS CPEO
Yes (since Jan 1, 2025)
ESAC
Not confirmed
Minimum
None
Typical client
1–25 employees
Contract
Annual
Coverage
Northbrook, Illinois-based
Industries served
Professional services
What checks out, and what to watch
Verified strengths
- Takes teams from one employee
- CPEO certified
Watch-outs
- Higher cost per employee at small sizes
- Regional footprint
Ranked nearby
| Rank | PEO | Score | Price | Certification |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | TriNet | 72 | ~$80–$150/employee/mo | CPEOESAC |
| 7 | Paychex PEO | 67 | Quote only | CPEOESAC |
| 9 | CoAdvantage | 54 | ~$120–$180/employee/mo | CPEOESAC: Not confirmed |
| 10 | Sequoia One | 47 | Quote only | CPEOESAC: Not confirmed |