Our Mission
Best Staffing Agencies researches, ranks, and reviews staffing agencies serving Philadelphia employers and job seekers. Each firm is evaluated using a consistent scoring model that weighs specialization (for example: IT, healthcare, admin, light industrial), role types (temp, temp-to-hire, direct hire), local coverage, screening and placement process, and verified client and candidate feedback. Rankings are updated quarterly to reflect leadership changes, office openings, service shifts, and new performance signals. Profiles spell out what each agency is built for, such as high-volume hourly staffing versus hard-to-fill professional searches, so readers can match needs to fit. The site also flags trade-offs, including higher fees for retained or executive searches, narrower candidate pools for niche specialties, or slower timelines for deeper vetting. Readers get side-by-side comparisons that reduce sales calls and make it easier to shortlist 2-4 agencies before requesting terms. Methodology notes explain what is measured and what is not, including limits of public reviews and the fact that results can vary by recruiter and job market conditions. Readers can check the current Philadelphia rankings and see the scoring factors used for each agency.
Unbiased
We maintain strict editorial independence. No provider can pay to influence their ranking.
Tested
Every provider is mystery shopped to verify their customer service claims.
Verified
We check licenses, insurance, and legal standing so you don't have to.
The Ranking Factors
Verified Reviews
Credentials Check
Mystery Shopping
Pricing Transparency
Eligibility Criteria
Local Reach
National or international reach
Experience
A minimum of five years experience in staffing and recruitment
Impact
A minimum of 500 successful placements in the previous year