BambooHR Buyer's Guide
This guide has been created using Cledara’s data to help software buyers make an informed decision on whether
BambooHR
is the right solution for their business.
From
$
2389
to
$
14731
13
%
of Cledara customers use
BambooHR
SOC 2, GDPR
compliant
BambooHR is a user-friendly HR platform, designed for small to medium-sized businesses. It simplifies managing all aspects of the employee lifecycle: from hiring and onboarding to record holding, all the way through to offboarding.
Overview
Open Pricing Index
BambooHR’s pricing varies depending on the size of your organization and whether you decide to include add-ons in your plan.
Plans and pricing
0-50 Staff
Lower Price
Median Price
Upper Price
0-50 Staff
$
2389
$
4678
$
5800
50-150 Staff
Lower Price
Median Price
Upper Price
50-150 Staff
$
5685
$
7415
$
8887
150-250 Staff
Lower Price
Median Price
Upper Price
150-250 Staff
$
9208
$
12592
$
14731
Prices are based on real Cledara data and are stated in as yearly costs in USD. The prices are based on the 25th, 50th, and 75th percentile and will include the full cost (including items such as tax)
Cledara’s Take
If you’re deciding on a human resources software, BambooHR will be one of the first options you come across. It’s a firm favorite with SMEs for good reason—the user interface is visually appealing, and its features are comprehensive enough to streamline every task that gives your HR team a headache. Besides streamlining core HR functions like onboarding and employee data management, it also offers tools to help you foster a positive work environment, including progress tracking and benefits management.
It’s true that some smaller businesses might be put off by its higher price point, and that some larger multinationals may prefer a platform better adapted to suit a complex payroll system. Yet BamboHR serves its users very well—and deserves its title as Cledara customers’ #1 choice for employee management software.
What is BambooHR used for?
BambooHR is acclaimed for its ability to streamline HR processes such as employee data management, onboarding, and performance reviews, making it essential for enhancing workplace efficiency and culture.
Use cases
Employee data management
Centralizes all your data about employees—from time tracking and PTO requests, to names and addresses, to the organization structure.
Efficient hiring & onboarding
Simplifies recruitment by allowing you to create job adverts and track applications. There’s also onboarding workflows to streamline the joining process.
HR Process streamlining
Offers comprehensive tools for employee management, from progress monitoring to payroll. This can increase your organizational efficiency.
Employee experience & performance tools
Provides feedback and development tools for employee growth.
Main features
- Employee data management
BambooHR securely stores all employee data in one place, and allows employees to update their own information. - Payroll
BambooHR offers a payroll solution as an add-on. This includes comprehensive payroll reporting, superior customer support, and full-service tax filing. - Benefits administration
The platform allows employees to manage their benefit plans, and employers to report and manage payroll deductions. - Applicant tracking system (ATS)
BambooHR allows you to create job advertisements and track applications, with the ability to share and comment on resumes and rate candidates. - Employee satisfaction tracking
BambooHR provides tools to gauge employee sentiment, helping HR professionals improve organizational culture and retention. - Self-service capabilities
Employees can view their work schedules, submit PTO requests, configure availability, and track their working hours via BambooHR’s user portal.
What do people think of BambooHR?
We’ve looked at reviews across a couple of platforms and summarized the sentiment of BambooHR users. Here are some of the main things users love, and a few aspects that they complain about.
View on G2 (4.4 stars) View on Capterra (4.6 stars)
BambooHR highlights
- Ease of use
Customers frequently mention BambooHR’s intuitive and user-friendly interface, for the HR team and your employees alike. - Good functionality
Simply put, BambooHR fulfills its promise—it tracks employee information, helping you keep compliant and comprehensive records. - Great tech support
Many reviews of BambooHR give shout-outs to their excellent customer care team. - Hiring features
BambooHR offers comprehensive features for hiring new teammates, collaborating with hiring managers, and saving candidate information.
BambooHR concerns
- Limited custom reports
There are few options for creating custom reports, such as timesheets or payroll records for individual employees. - High price point
BambooHR is on the more expensive end, compared to some competitor tools. This can be a concern for smaller businesses. - Onboarding process
There are some limitations to the employee onboarding process, for example, you can’t add videos or links for new hires to view. - Payroll features
Some companies report issues integrating BambooHR with more complex payroll processes.
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Whilst BambooHR is a firm favourite for small-to-medium-sized businesses, some companies choose CharlieHR for its more competitive pricing, or HiBob for its features geared towards shaping company culture.
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