G&A Partners vs Justworks
How the two PEOs compare on pricing, minimum employees and fit.
| G&A Partners | Justworks | |
|---|---|---|
| Company size | 747 employees | 1,165 employees |
| Headquarters | Houston, TX | New York, NY |
| Founded | Being confirmed | 2012 |
| Pricing | No public pricing. Custom plans, bundled or a la carte, by quote. | PEO Basic $79 and PEO Plus $124 per employee per month. Some sources still list Plus at $109, so confirm on justworks.com/pricing. |
| Pricing model | Quote only | Published |
| Best for | Healthcare, skilled trades, manufacturing, nonprofit and professional services companies | Small teams that want published pricing and a simple platform |
| IRS certified (CPEO) | Not found by name on the IRS list | Yes, on the IRS list |
| ESAC accreditation | Not confirmed | Accredited |
| Minimum employees | 10 employees | 2 employees |
Carriers, 401(k) and workers' comp: side by side
| G&A Partners | Justworks | |
|---|---|---|
| Health carriers | Cigna master plan (announced 2012); Anthem Blue Cross master plans and Kaiser Permanente HMO plans in California (2021). Current lineup may differ 2012 and 2021 | Aetna, UnitedHealthcare, Kaiser Permanente (medical, dental, vision) and MetLife |
| 401(k) provider | Not publicly listed yet. We will get this for you: request a quote and we will include it. | Administered through a third-party partner, reported as Slavic401k |
| Workers' comp | Not publicly listed yet. We will get this for you: request a quote and we will include it. | Not publicly listed yet. We will get this for you: request a quote and we will include it. |
| Other named partners | Not publicly listed yet. We will get this for you: request a quote and we will include it. | Teladoc and One Medical (as available); EVERFI powers compliance training |
Due diligence checked November 4, 2026. We only list carriers and partners that a filing, the provider or a named review states. Many PEOs do not publish their carriers or recordkeepers, so "not publicly listed" means we could not find it, not that none exists. If something is missing, request a quote and we will get it from the PEO for you. Lineups vary by state and change at renewal.
Questions to ask before you sign
- Which medical carriers and networks are available in my state and zip code?
- Are the health plans fully insured or partially self-funded, and who bears claims risk?
- Who is the 401(k) recordkeeper, and what are the total plan fees and match options?
- Who is the workers' comp carrier, how are rates set, and what happens to my experience rating if I leave?
- Is the entity that will employ my staff on the IRS CPEO list, and is it ESAC accredited?
- What renewal increase did your plans see in each of the last 3 years?
Choose G&A Partners if
Healthcare, skilled trades, manufacturing, nonprofit and professional services companies.
- Dedicated client advocate and onboarding specialist
- Training, performance management and OSHA safety compliance support
- Scalable, customizable plans with no long-term contract
Choose Justworks if
Small teams that want published pricing and a simple platform.
- Public price list with no base fee
- Payroll, HR support and compliance in one fee
- International Employer of Record add-on at $599 per employee per month
Ask G&A Partners about
- Ten-employee minimum is higher than many competitors
- No mobile app reported
- Payroll enrollment is required to access other services
Ask Justworks about
- Health premiums are billed on top of the platform fee
- Per-employee cost does not shrink much as headcount grows
Frequently asked questions
Is G&A Partners or Justworks cheaper?
G&A Partners: No public pricing. Custom plans, bundled or a la carte, by quote. Justworks: PEO Basic $79 and PEO Plus $124 per employee per month. Some sources still list Plus at $109, so confirm on justworks.com/pricing. Published rates are not directly comparable to quote-only pricing, and health premiums are separate.
Which is better for a small company, G&A Partners or Justworks?
G&A Partners is best for healthcare, skilled trades, manufacturing, nonprofit and professional services companies. Justworks is best for small teams that want published pricing and a simple platform.
Last verified November 4, 2026. Based on third-party reviews and vendor pricing pages. See each provider page for sources.