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Mass Advantage Payroll Services

Payroll service · Boston, MA · reviewed since 2017

How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 64%94+59.7Reliability 28%93+26.3Replies to reviews 8%23+1.9Experts Score= 88Not enough data for value; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.88SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#9 of 19 payroll servicesPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 56%
5.0 ★★★★★ 81 Google reviews · 22 photos
95%five-star reviews
0%1–2★, last 20 reviewsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
0%reviews answered by the owner
Aug 2017latest review

Mass Advantage Payroll Services at a glance

Google reviewers rate Mass Advantage Payroll Services five out of five stars based on eighty-one reviews. Clients frequently cite the company's responsiveness, professionalism, and ease of transitioning payroll services, noting that staff members promptly address questions and adapt to specific business needs. The service is described as a time-saver for small businesses, with no recurring criticisms identified in the provided excerpts.

  • Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 81 reviews (95% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 81 Google reviews (70 with written comments).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 0% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: August 31, 2017.
  • Service: Payroll Service serving Boston, Massachusetts.

Data from Google, last updated October 25, 2026.

Score profile vs other payroll services

Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: satisfaction and reliability; weakest: replies to reviews.

Satisfaction94Reliability93Craft & service–Value–Momentum–Replies to reviews23Satisfaction: 94 (median 92)Reliability: 93 (median 80)Replies to reviews: 23 (median 49)
This companyPayroll Services median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Mass Advantage Payroll Services: 94/100 on this factor. Category median: 92.A
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ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Mass Advantage Payroll Services: 93/100 on this factor. Category median: 80.A
93
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 100.–
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ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 94.–
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MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 100.–
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Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Mass Advantage Payroll Services: 23/100 on this factor. Category median: 49.D
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Star ratings

81 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars7795%
  • 4 stars45%
  • 3 stars00%
  • 2 stars00%
  • 1 star00%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 70 written reviews

  • Praise119100%
  • Complaints00%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude3832%
  • Speed & response3126%
  • Would recommend2622%
  • Quality & results1412%
  • Honesty & trust43%
  • Communication33%
  • Price & value33%

What customers talk about

We read 70 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “She is professional, always helpful and extremely warm and friendly on the phone.”
  • “Bruce, the owner is very hands on and can always be reached, which is important when you need those quick answers.”
  • “I would highly recommend her to anyone needing payroll services.”
  • “I have always had superb service from Advantage Payroll's Help Line but today Aaron Silverman went "above and beyond" in helping me solve a unique pro…”
  • “I honestly could not be happier with the service I receive from my payroll specialist, Paula W.”
  • “She walked us through the process and made switching to Advantage Payroll very easy.”
  • “I highly recommend Donna and her company to anyone in the market for top notch payroll services at a very competitive price.”

People customers mention

  • Paula 6 reviews
  • Hornsby 3 reviews
  • Weaver 3 reviews
  • Viselle 3 reviews
  • Aaron 3 reviews
  • Bruce 3 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Recent reviews

JamesLocal Guide · 108 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 9 years ago★★★★★

Zoe Hornsby at Mass Advantage Payroll is simply the best. She takes customer service to a whole new level. The service and quality is simply awesome.

R8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 9 years ago★★★★★

Mass. Advantage Payroll Services has been taking care of our payroll for my company. Our sales rep, Zoe Hornsby, is incredible! She walked us through the process and made switching to Advantage Payroll very easy. I would highly recommend her to anyone needing payroll services. Rick Coco RE/MAX Partners

Andrea7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 9 years ago★★★★★

Excellent service! Paula Weaver is my account manager. She is professional, always helpful and extremely warm and friendly on the phone. I am very grateful for her dedicated attention to my company.

Susan1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 9 years ago★★★★★

Advantage Payroll has been our payroll service provider for over 7 years and they have been wonderful. Paula is our rep and she is courteous and timely. If any issues arise, which have been very few, the Advantage Team has always been helpful and pleasant.

Kathy1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 9 years ago★★★★★

Simply put Advantage is the best payroll company! Bruce, the owner is very hands on and can always be reached, which is important when you need those quick answers. They have an excellent support team always courteous, efficient and professional. My questions/problems are always handled promptly. I have set up…

Barbara1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 9 years ago★★★★★

My experience with Ashley Dustin has been very positive. She is always quick to get back to me and answer any questions I have.

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Customer reviews

5.0 ★★★★★ 81 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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James NormingtonLocal Guide · 108 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews James has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Zoe Hornsby at Mass Advantage Payroll is simply the best. She takes customer service to a whole new level. The service and quality is simply awesome.

R C8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews R has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Mass. Advantage Payroll Services has been taking care of our payroll for my company. Our sales rep, Zoe Hornsby, is incredible! She walked us through the process and made switching to Advantage Payroll very easy. I would highly recommend her to anyone needing payroll services. Rick Coco RE/MAX Partners

Michael Dawson2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Michael has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Great service and a huge time saver for my business. Thanks!

Andrea Gingrande7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Andrea has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Excellent service! Paula Weaver is my account manager. She is professional, always helpful and extremely warm and friendly on the phone. I am very grateful for her dedicated attention to my company.

Katy Chirichiello2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Katy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

The entire staff at Advantage are always the most helpful, especially Chris!

Susan Giorlando1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Susan has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Advantage Payroll has been our payroll service provider for over 7 years and they have been wonderful. Paula is our rep and she is courteous and timely. If any issues arise, which have been very few, the Advantage Team has always been helpful and pleasant.

Kathy McSweeney1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Kathy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Simply put Advantage is the best payroll company! Bruce, the owner is very hands on and can always be reached, which is important when you need those quick answers. They have an excellent support team always courteous, efficient and professional. My questions/problems are always handled promptly. I have set up numerous accounts with Advantage and done so effortlessly. Their reports are easy to read and always accurate. I've worked with Paula for many years she has been exceptional! The staff always goes above and beyond, whenever I reach out to them. I will not take on a new client unless they agree to use Advantage!

Julia Velsmid2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Julia has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

We first contracted with Advantage Payroll for our payroll services when we were a small fledgling medical practice more than 15 years ago, and have nothing but the highest recommendation for their expert team. What sets Advantage Payroll apart, in my opinion, is their personal service, and their availability to their clients. At one point during our 15+ years with Advantage, we made a mistake of switching to ADP. This lasted less than a year, and made us appreciate Advantage Payroll even more. I especially appreciate that we have a dedicated representative, who is readily available by phone and email to answer any questions or concerns, no matter how trivial. In my experience, when working a large company like ADP, you end up with a "service team" instead of a dedicated person, which means that no one person accepts responsibility for your account and it takes a conversation with at least three separate departments in order to fix any one issue. At Advantage, we have had the same dedicated representative since the day we enrolled with them. Their online payroll processing portal is extremely user-friendly as well. I believe they also have HR support available if you need it. Highly, highly recommend this company without reservations.

Barbara Marino1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Barbara has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

My experience with Ashley Dustin has been very positive. She is always quick to get back to me and answer any questions I have.

Mariann Connors3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Mariann has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

We have been using Advantage Payroll for over 10 years now and it has been an easy relationship. Paula is our specialist and is extremely knowledgeable. If I ever need help or answers, they are instant!! I highly recommend this company for all your payroll needs.

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Business details

  • Address: 100 Riverpark Dr, North Reading, MA 01864
  • Phone: (800) 876-0178
  • Service area: Boston, MA