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Compare APS and Breathe 
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (53.5% of reviews)
Small-Business (74.2% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $6.00 1 Per Employee Per Month
£22.00 Per Month
APS
Star Rating
(819)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (53.5% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $6.00 1 Per Employee Per Month
Browse all 3 pricing plansBreathe
Star Rating
(603)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (74.2% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
£22.00 Per Month
Browse all 12 pricing plansSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that APS excels in customer support, with users highlighting the quick response times and knowledgeable representatives who assist with various issues. This level of support is particularly beneficial for mid-sized companies that require timely assistance during onboarding and employee transitions.
- Users say that Breathe offers a user-friendly interface that simplifies HR processes, making it easy for even non-tech-savvy individuals to navigate. Reviewers appreciate how the platform helps keep all employee records organized and facilitates tracking of holidays and sickness.
- According to verified reviews, APS has a higher overall satisfaction score compared to Breathe, indicating that users generally find it more effective in meeting their needs. Many users commend APS for its seamless integration with other software, enhancing their overall experience.
- Reviewers mention that while Breathe is praised for its intuitive design, it may not offer the same level of versatility as APS. Users of APS appreciate its ability to adapt to various workflows, which is crucial for companies with specific operational requirements.
- G2 reviewers highlight that APS provides a robust set of features for time tracking, with users noting the ease of completing timesheets and managing attendance. This functionality is particularly valued by companies looking to streamline their time management processes.
- Users report that while Breathe is competitively priced and offers a wide range of functionalities, APS's overall performance and support make it a more favorable choice for organizations that prioritize comprehensive HR solutions and responsive customer service.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
APS
Payroll
Starting at $6.00
1 Per Employee Per Month
Per employee per month + $50 base fee per month. $416.67 minimum per month.
+Available at an additional cost
- Payroll Tax Filings and Payments*
- Federal Forms 940 and 941
- State Withholding, Unemployment (if more than one+)
Breathe
Core HR Micro (1-10 employees)
£22.00
Per Month
Discount available on an annual subscription. Price per organisation not per user.
- Core HR
Free Trial
APS
No trial information availableBreathe
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.1
707
8.5
526
Ease of Use
9.1
712
8.8
530
Ease of Setup
8.7
561
8.5
399
Ease of Admin
9.1
586
8.7
409
Quality of Support
9.5
709
8.5
419
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.4
585
8.7
369
Product Direction (% positive)
9.2
702
8.9
504
Features by Category
Core HR
8.0
90
8.4
344
8.9
96
8.0
291
6.3
68
6.5
228
7.6
78
Feature Not Available
8.2
82
7.6
265
8.4
88
7.2
232
Generative AI
6.5
48
6.9
89
Platform
7.7
157
Feature Not Available
7.4
126
6.3
216
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
8.6
164
8.1
336
8.7
160
8.2
317
8.3
146
7.6
272
8.3
163
7.6
315
8.8
163
8.3
343
Employee Self Service
9.2
545
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
387
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.4
393
|
Verified
Not enough data
Administration
9.3
547
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
454
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.6
535
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.7
318
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.3
514
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.2
437
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.2
452
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.4
466
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.3
440
|
Verified
Not enough data
Taxes
9.3
535
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.3
514
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.3
502
|
Verified
Not enough data
Integration
8.5
327
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
355
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.4
350
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
295
|
Verified
Not enough data
Platform
8.8
527
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.0
519
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.2
516
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.2
494
|
Verified
Not enough data
Benefits Administration Platform Features
8.5
105
Not enough data
8.1
91
Not enough data
7.0
78
Not enough data
8.6
98
Not enough data
8.5
96
Not enough data
8.8
100
Not enough data
8.2
89
Not enough data
7.7
69
Not enough data
Benefits Administration Platform Features
8.5
105
Not enough data
8.1
91
Not enough data
7.0
78
Not enough data
8.6
98
Not enough data
8.5
96
Not enough data
8.8
100
Not enough data
8.2
89
Not enough data
8.2
92
Not enough data
7.7
69
Not enough data
7.4
74
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.8
69
Not enough data
Generative AI
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Platform
7.7
157
Feature Not Available
7.4
126
6.3
216
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
8.6
164
8.1
336
8.7
160
8.2
317
8.3
146
7.6
272
8.3
163
7.6
315
8.8
163
8.3
343
Automation
Not enough data
7.7
93
Logistics
Not enough data
8.1
117
Not enough data
7.8
110
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Management
Not enough data
7.2
90
Not enough data
7.6
96
Not enough data
8.7
120
Not enough data
8.4
119
Not enough data
8.3
117
Not enough data
8.5
122
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Monitoring
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.2
90
Platform Basics
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.4
291
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.4
275
Platform Functionality
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.7
243
Platform Data
Not enough data
7.9
270
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.9
263
Not enough data
8.1
277
Operations
8.3
74
Not enough data
8.2
70
Not enough data
8.3
71
Not enough data
8.2
75
Not enough data
7.7
50
Not enough data
Platform Basics
Not enough data
8.0
71
Not enough data
8.8
85
Not enough data
8.5
81
Platform Content
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Platform Additional Functionality
Not enough data
7.4
55
Not enough data
8.0
64
Not enough data
7.5
54
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.0
71
Performance reviews
7.0
36
Not enough data
7.1
36
Not enough data
7.5
36
Not enough data
Goals
7.2
38
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feedback
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Data
8.3
36
Not enough data
8.3
38
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Performance Management
6.3
5
Not enough data
6.3
5
Not enough data
Generative AI
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)
7.6
7
Not enough data
7.4
7
Not enough data
7.9
7
Not enough data
Sourcing
8.2
55
Not enough data
8.2
59
Not enough data
7.8
10
Not enough data
7.8
10
Not enough data
7.5
10
Not enough data
Candidate Management - Applicant Tracking System
8.0
59
Not enough data
8.0
10
Not enough data
8.2
10
Not enough data
7.6
9
Not enough data
7.8
9
Not enough data
8.1
8
Not enough data
8.3
8
Not enough data
Platform
7.7
157
Feature Not Available
7.4
126
6.3
216
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
8.6
164
8.1
336
8.7
160
8.2
317
8.3
146
7.6
272
8.3
163
7.6
315
8.8
163
8.3
343
AI - Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)
7.9
7
Not enough data
7.9
7
Not enough data
7.4
7
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Onboarding
7.5
10
Not enough data
7.5
10
Not enough data
7.7
10
Not enough data
7.7
10
Not enough data
7.8
10
Not enough data
Platform Content
8.4
83
Not enough data
8.3
85
Not enough data
8.7
90
Not enough data
7.3
68
Not enough data
8.0
81
Not enough data
8.0
80
Not enough data
Platform Additional Functionality
8.6
91
Not enough data
7.3
52
Not enough data
7.2
57
Not enough data
8.3
84
Not enough data
8.2
84
Not enough data
Platform Data
7.4
61
Not enough data
8.0
69
Not enough data
8.1
73
Not enough data
Platform
7.7
157
Feature Not Available
7.4
126
6.3
216
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
8.6
164
8.1
336
8.7
160
8.2
317
8.3
146
7.6
272
8.3
163
7.6
315
8.8
163
8.3
343
Recruiting and Onboarding
8.2
77
Not enough data
8.6
85
Not enough data
Time Tracking
9.1
128
7.9
34
8.2
105
7.7
29
Feature Not Available
7.4
26
Client Invoicing
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Mobile Time Tracking
9.1
122
7.8
31
Administration
8.2
113
7.3
27
8.3
113
Feature Not Available
8.3
119
Feature Not Available
8.2
107
Feature Not Available
8.9
125
7.9
42
Platform
8.6
129
7.9
38
7.8
100
7.3
24
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
8.9
125
8.4
36
8.6
115
8.4
31
6.8
77
Feature Not Available
Platform
7.7
157
Feature Not Available
7.4
126
6.3
216
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
8.6
164
8.1
336
8.7
160
8.2
317
8.3
146
7.6
272
8.3
163
7.6
315
8.8
163
8.3
343
Workforce Management Platform Features
7.7
38
Feature Not Available
8.2
44
6.8
92
9.0
57
7.6
112
8.5
54
8.9
157
8.0
42
7.5
119
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
7.9
45
Feature Not Available
9.0
51
8.2
126
7.5
38
6.8
89
7.8
43
7.3
119
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
APS and Breathe are categorized as HCM Software, Core HR, Time Tracking, and Workforce Management
Unique Categories
APS is categorized as Healthcare HR, Payroll, Benefits Administration, Performance Management, Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), and Onboarding
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
APS
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Breathe
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Non-Profit Organization Management
10.8%
Hospital & Health Care
6.8%
Religious Institutions
6.1%
Restaurants
4.9%
Construction
3.9%
Other
67.5%
Non-Profit Organization Management
8.9%
Construction
5.7%
Marketing and Advertising
5.0%
Human Resources
4.9%
Information Technology and Services
4.4%
Other
71.1%
Discussions
accruals
2 Comments
RM
Hi Steffan,
Thank you for reaching out regarding accruals. I have passed your feedback on to our Customer Success team so they can reach out.
Have a...Read more
Will the employee start date become anything more?
1 Comment
RM
Hi Hope,
We do not currently have anything planned for changes to the usage of the employee start date. However, we will pass your feedback along to our...Read more
Is there a BreatheHR app?
2 Comments
LG
Yes, there is a mobile app for BreatheHR
Apple app store: https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/breathe-people-portal/id1577351838
Android Google Play store:...Read more
C
1 Comment
Official Response from Breathe
Hi Annemarie,
Thank you for your suggestion. We'll certainly feed this back to the team.
Thanks! Read more
How do i update the company branding in the top left of the platform?
1 Comment
CS
Hi Ryan, Only admins in the account can update company records if you are an admin then simply go to Configure > Settings > Details > Edit (pencil icon)....Read more
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