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At a Glance
BambooHR
BambooHR
Star Rating
(2,925)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (65.5% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Contact Us Per Month
Free Trial is available
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Connecteam
Connecteam
Star Rating
(3,450)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (85.8% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free 10 Users
Free Trial is available
Browse all 5 pricing plans
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • G2 reviewers report that both BambooHR and Connecteam offer user-friendly interfaces, but BambooHR stands out for its clean design and intuitive navigation, making it easy for users to manage team member information effectively. Users appreciate that it is cloud-based, allowing access from anywhere.
  • Users say that Connecteam excels in its mobile capabilities, particularly for remote teams. The app's functionality for requesting time off and tracking who is working when is highly praised, making it a great choice for organizations with flexible work arrangements.
  • Reviewers mention that while BambooHR provides solid support and integration options, Connecteam's customer support is rated higher, with users highlighting its responsiveness and helpfulness in resolving issues quickly.
  • According to verified reviews, Connecteam offers a more comprehensive solution for time and attendance tracking, with users noting its effectiveness in managing PTO and sick time, which is particularly beneficial for small businesses.
  • G2 reviewers highlight that BambooHR is particularly strong in employee communication, with features designed to keep employees informed and engaged. Users appreciate the thoughtful design of its mobile apps, which enhance the overall user experience.
  • Users report that while both platforms have their strengths, Connecteam's customization options and performance metrics are more robust, allowing businesses to tailor the software to their specific needs and track workforce analytics effectively.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
BambooHR
Elite
Contact Us
Per Month
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Connecteam
Small Business
Free
10 Users
Browse all 5 pricing plans
Free Trial
BambooHR
Free Trial is available
Connecteam
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.6
2,365
8.9
3,190
Ease of Use
9.2
2,477
9.0
3,268
Ease of Setup
8.8
1,519
8.9
3,107
Ease of Admin
9.0
1,505
9.0
2,839
Quality of Support
8.8
2,036
9.1
2,617
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.0
1,484
9.3
2,709
Product Direction (% positive)
8.8
2,291
9.5
3,215
Features by Category
Not enough data
8.8
240
Ticket and Case Management
Not enough data
9.0
93
Not enough data
9.0
92
Not enough data
9.0
90
Not enough data
8.7
89
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.0
88
Not enough data
9.0
88
Not enough data
8.8
89
Generative AI
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Agentic AI - Help Desk
Not enough data
7.8
23
Not enough data
8.0
23
Not enough data
8.0
23
Communication Channels
Not enough data
8.8
89
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.1
87
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Platform
Not enough data
9.1
229
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.1
228
Not enough data
8.5
219
Not enough data
8.6
218
Not enough data
8.7
223
7.7
1,917
Not enough data
Core HR
8.7
1430
Not enough data
8.6
1426
Not enough data
5.5
748
Not enough data
7.4
1150
Not enough data
7.8
1170
Not enough data
7.3
1008
Not enough data
Generative AI
6.2
517
Not enough data
Platform
7.8
1467
8.5
1656
7.3
1175
7.6
1559
7.3
1156
7.9
1532
8.7
1510
8.9
1617
8.5
1422
9.1
1637
8.4
1385
9.2
1603
8.3
1449
8.6
1585
8.5
1487
8.8
1600
Not enough data
Not enough data
Communication
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Content Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Productivity Tools
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Administration
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
8.3
481
Not enough data
Employee Self Service
8.9
418
Not enough data
7.9
392
Not enough data
8.2
412
Not enough data
Administration
8.6
413
Not enough data
8.8
436
Not enough data
9.0
407
Not enough data
6.9
334
Not enough data
8.4
389
Not enough data
8.1
350
Not enough data
8.6
409
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Taxes
8.2
389
Not enough data
8.1
380
Not enough data
8.2
372
Not enough data
Integration
7.6
339
Not enough data
8.0
381
Not enough data
7.0
322
Not enough data
8.2
361
Not enough data
Platform
8.6
406
Not enough data
8.8
405
Not enough data
8.9
401
Not enough data
8.6
388
Not enough data
Not enough data
8.7
1,377
Automation
Not enough data
8.6
1321
Logistics
Not enough data
8.6
1283
Not enough data
8.5
1271
Not enough data
8.3
1288
Management
Not enough data
8.8
1295
Not enough data
8.9
1293
Not enough data
8.7
1296
Not enough data
9.1
1311
Not enough data
9.1
1298
Not enough data
9.1
1316
Not enough data
8.6
1256
Monitoring
Not enough data
8.4
1259
Not enough data
8.5
1249
Not enough data
8.0
1220
Business Instant MessagingHide 15 FeaturesShow 15 Features
Not enough data
8.1
514
Business Instant Messaging
Not enough data
8.8
490
Not enough data
9.1
505
Not enough data
8.7
485
Business Instant Messaging
Not enough data
7.8
461
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Business Instant Messaging
Not enough data
9.1
489
Not enough data
9.0
486
Not enough data
8.0
465
Generative AI - Business Instant Messaging
Not enough data
7.5
369
AI - Business Instant Messaging
Not enough data
7.4
369
Not enough data
7.7
368
Not enough data
7.3
365
Not enough data
7.5
366
Agentic AI - Business Instant Messaging
Not enough data
7.4
90
Not enough data
7.7
89
Job Description ManagementHide 17 FeaturesShow 17 Features
8.3
1,808
Not enough data
Basics
7.8
338
Not enough data
8.7
380
Not enough data
8.5
380
Not enough data
Content
8.2
368
Not enough data
7.7
343
Not enough data
7.9
349
Not enough data
Logistics
7.6
318
Not enough data
8.7
403
Not enough data
Recruiting and Onboarding
8.7
513
Not enough data
Platform
7.8
1467
8.5
1656
7.3
1175
7.6
1559
7.3
1156
7.9
1532
8.7
1510
8.9
1617
8.5
1422
9.1
1637
8.4
1385
9.2
1603
8.3
1449
8.6
1585
8.5
1487
8.8
1600
HIPAA Compliant MessagingHide 8 FeaturesShow 8 Features
Not enough data
9.4
45
Platform
Not enough data
9.5
43
Not enough data
9.5
43
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.4
44
Not enough data
9.4
43
Not enough data
9.5
42
Not enough data
9.4
42
Not enough data
9.3
42
Not enough data
8.8
41
Platform Basics
Not enough data
8.6
37
Not enough data
9.6
41
Not enough data
9.0
39
Platform Data
Not enough data
9.4
39
Not enough data
8.9
41
Platform Additional Functionality
Not enough data
9.2
39
Not enough data
9.3
39
Not enough data
8.8
39
Agentic AI - Restaurant Scheduling
Not enough data
8.6
7
Not enough data
8.3
7
Not enough data
8.3
7
Not enough data
8.3
7
Not enough data
8.3
7
Not enough data
8.5
8
Candidate Relationship ManagementHide 19 FeaturesShow 19 Features
8.4
1,843
Not enough data
Basics
8.6
404
Not enough data
7.9
334
Not enough data
8.6
375
Not enough data
Additional Functionality
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.5
366
Not enough data
8.6
392
Not enough data
Content
8.4
376
Not enough data
8.5
385
Not enough data
Recruiting and Onboarding
8.3
492
Not enough data
7.6
937
Not enough data
8.7
537
Not enough data
Platform
7.8
1467
8.5
1656
7.3
1175
7.6
1559
7.3
1156
7.9
1532
8.7
1510
8.9
1617
8.5
1422
9.1
1637
8.4
1385
9.2
1603
8.3
1449
8.6
1585
8.5
1487
8.8
1600
Not enough data
7.6
45
Platform Basics
Not enough data
8.8
42
Not enough data
8.2
42
Back Office
Not enough data
7.5
42
Not enough data
9.0
41
Not enough data
8.3
44
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Front of Office
Not enough data
6.4
38
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
6.3
39
Not enough data
5.8
37
Platform Data
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Agentic AI - Restaurant Management
Not enough data
8.1
7
Not enough data
8.1
7
Not enough data
8.1
7
Not enough data
8.1
7
Not enough data
8.3
7
Not enough data
8.1
7
Not enough data
8.3
7
Generative AI
Not enough data
7.0
37
Not enough data
6.4
36
Not enough data
8.5
516
Guide Options
Not enough data
8.0
459
Not enough data
8.2
469
Not enough data
8.4
473
Not enough data
8.7
483
Not enough data
8.9
481
Guide Tools
Not enough data
8.5
457
Not enough data
8.4
461
Not enough data
8.5
460
Not enough data
8.4
457
Access Options
Not enough data
8.2
446
Not enough data
8.9
468
Not enough data
8.7
456
Not enough data
8.5
361
Functionality
Not enough data
7.9
323
Not enough data
8.9
347
Not enough data
8.7
335
Not enough data
8.5
333
Management
Not enough data
8.8
339
Not enough data
8.5
324
Not enough data
8.4
323
Not enough data
8.2
312
Employee CommunicationsHide 25 FeaturesShow 25 Features
Not enough data
8.4
1,330
Information Distribution
Not enough data
8.6
1247
Not enough data
7.9
1210
Not enough data
8.9
1261
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.3
1205
Employee Engagement
Not enough data
8.7
1250
Not enough data
8.9
1234
Not enough data
9.0
1231
Not enough data
7.9
1178
Not enough data
9.1
1257
Not enough data
8.9
1045
Not enough data
8.2
995
Not enough data
9.0
1043
User Experience & Accessibility - Employee Communications
Not enough data
8.8
998
Not enough data
8.5
996
Not enough data
8.2
965
Not enough data
8.5
985
Content Distribution - Employee Communications
Not enough data
8.6
994
Not enough data
7.8
959
Not enough data
8.0
964
Additional Features - Employee Communications
Not enough data
8.4
975
Not enough data
8.2
973
Not enough data
7.8
957
Agentic AI - Employee Communications
Not enough data
7.4
138
Not enough data
7.6
136
Not enough data
8.6
1,468
Platform Basics
Not enough data
8.4
1381
Not enough data
9.0
1430
Not enough data
9.1
1427
Platform Content
Not enough data
8.4
1394
Not enough data
8.3
1359
Not enough data
8.3
1376
Platform Additional Functionality
Not enough data
7.9
1274
Not enough data
9.1
1396
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.7
1379
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.8
412
Platform Basics
Not enough data
8.9
390
Not enough data
9.1
388
Not enough data
9.3
383
Platform Content
Not enough data
8.8
382
Not enough data
8.7
373
Not enough data
8.7
384
Platform Additional Functionality
Not enough data
8.1
365
Not enough data
9.3
380
Not enough data
7.7
362
Not enough data
9.1
370
Not enough data
8.6
374
Performance ManagementHide 13 FeaturesShow 13 Features
7.7
700
Not enough data
Performance reviews
8.0
555
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.0
577
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.4
584
|
Verified
Not enough data
Goals
8.1
599
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.4
528
|
Verified
Not enough data
Feedback
8.2
574
Not enough data
8.2
571
Not enough data
6.7
421
Not enough data
6.6
465
Not enough data
Data
8.3
597
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.4
595
|
Verified
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Performance Management
6.4
38
Not enough data
6.8
37
Not enough data
Field Service ManagementHide 18 FeaturesShow 18 Features
Not enough data
7.7
236
Generative AI
Not enough data
7.1
56
Not enough data
6.9
55
Before the Job
Not enough data
8.4
222
Not enough data
8.7
218
Not enough data
8.9
224
Not enough data
7.6
211
On the Job
Not enough data
8.8
221
Not enough data
9.2
224
Not enough data
7.7
213
Not enough data
7.2
209
Not enough data
7.1
205
After the Job
Not enough data
8.2
216
Not enough data
8.2
212
Not enough data
6.3
201
Not enough data
6.6
206
Agentic AI - Field Service Management
Not enough data
7.1
29
Not enough data
7.1
29
Not enough data
7.3
29
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
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
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Talent Acquisition SuitesHide 1 FeatureShow 1 Feature
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Frontline Worker Communication PlatformsHide 19 FeaturesShow 19 Features
Not enough data
8.6
105
Administrative Tasks - Frontline Worker Communication Platforms
Not enough data
8.7
97
Not enough data
8.6
93
Not enough data
8.6
94
Not enough data
8.5
92
Not enough data
8.5
93
Not enough data
8.9
93
Communication Features - Frontline Worker Communication Platforms
Not enough data
9.2
98
Not enough data
9.3
95
Not enough data
9.1
97
Not enough data
9.0
98
Operations - Frontline Worker Communication Platforms
Not enough data
9.0
96
Not enough data
8.5
92
Not enough data
8.8
95
Not enough data
8.7
92
Agentic AI - Frontline Worker Communication Platforms
Not enough data
8.2
18
Not enough data
8.0
18
Not enough data
8.0
19
Not enough data
8.1
18
Not enough data
8.1
18
Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)Hide 26 FeaturesShow 26 Features
7.6
1,777
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)
6.3
44
Not enough data
6.0
44
Not enough data
6.1
44
Not enough data
Sourcing
7.8
732
Not enough data
7.8
730
Not enough data
7.9
41
Not enough data
8.8
47
Not enough data
8.1
42
Not enough data
Candidate Management - Applicant Tracking System
8.3
780
Not enough data
8.6
44
Not enough data
8.9
47
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.2
41
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.5
41
Not enough data
Platform
7.8
1467
8.5
1656
7.3
1175
7.6
1559
7.3
1156
7.9
1532
8.7
1510
8.9
1617
8.5
1422
9.1
1637
8.4
1385
9.2
1603
8.3
1449
8.6
1585
8.5
1487
8.8
1600
AI - Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)
6.0
35
Not enough data
5.9
35
Not enough data
5.8
36
Not enough data
7.8
1,896
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Onboarding
6.2
53
Not enough data
6.2
53
Not enough data
6.4
53
Not enough data
6.6
53
Not enough data
6.8
55
Not enough data
Platform Content
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.6
1181
Not enough data
8.8
1237
Not enough data
6.2
667
Not enough data
8.4
1083
Not enough data
8.3
1075
Not enough data
Platform Additional Functionality
8.9
1237
Not enough data
8.5
1113
Not enough data
7.1
762
Not enough data
8.7
1181
Not enough data
8.8
1227
Not enough data
Platform Data
7.2
773
Not enough data
8.2
1004
Not enough data
8.3
920
Not enough data
Platform
7.8
1467
8.5
1656
7.3
1175
7.6
1559
7.3
1156
7.9
1532
8.7
1510
8.9
1617
8.5
1422
9.1
1637
8.4
1385
9.2
1603
8.3
1449
8.6
1585
8.5
1487
8.8
1600
Recruiting and Onboarding
7.6
937
Not enough data
8.8
1208
Not enough data
Not enough data
7.9
21
Agentic AI - Employee Intranet
Not enough data
7.9
21
Not enough data
7.8
21
Not enough data
Not enough data
Knowledge Base
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Security
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Content
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Communication
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
8.5
1,710
Platform Basics
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.7
767
Not enough data
8.2
755
Platform Content
Not enough data
8.3
745
Not enough data
8.3
740
Not enough data
8.2
738
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Platform Additional Functionality
Not enough data
8.5
743
Not enough data
8.2
738
Not enough data
8.6
773
Not enough data
8.4
742
Platform
7.8
1467
8.5
1656
7.3
1175
7.6
1559
7.3
1156
7.9
1532
8.7
1510
8.9
1617
8.5
1422
9.1
1637
8.4
1385
9.2
1603
8.3
1449
8.6
1585
8.5
1487
8.8
1600
Not enough data
8.7
1,518
Time Tracking
Not enough data
9.1
1464
Not enough data
8.8
1435
Not enough data
8.4
1379
Client Invoicing
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Mobile Time Tracking
Not enough data
9.2
1441
Administration
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.7
1410
Not enough data
8.7
1435
Not enough data
8.5
1410
Not enough data
9.0
1407
Platform
Not enough data
8.6
1400
Not enough data
7.8
1273
Not enough data
8.1
1306
Not enough data
9.0
1383
Not enough data
9.0
1371
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
7.9
1,859
8.7
1,765
Platform
7.8
1467
8.5
1656
7.3
1175
7.6
1559
7.3
1156
7.9
1532
8.7
1510
8.9
1617
8.5
1422
9.1
1637
8.4
1385
9.2
1603
8.3
1449
8.6
1585
8.5
1487
8.8
1600
Workforce Management Platform Features
7.1
535
Feature Not Available
6.1
412
9.0
1140
8.2
688
9.1
1151
8.9
801
8.9
1118
7.4
467
8.4
1097
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
8.2
634
8.4
1075
8.8
748
8.9
1097
6.4
405
8.8
1088
7.6
510
9.2
1124
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
BambooHR
BambooHR
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
30.1%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
65.5%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
4.4%
Connecteam
Connecteam
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
85.8%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
13.8%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
0.4%
Reviewers' Industry
BambooHR
BambooHR
Computer Software
11.5%
Information Technology and Services
11.4%
Construction
5.8%
Non-Profit Organization Management
5.7%
Hospital & Health Care
4.4%
Other
61.1%
Connecteam
Connecteam
Construction
12.3%
Retail
5.6%
Hospital & Health Care
5.3%
Health, Wellness and Fitness
4.7%
Hospitality
4.3%
Other
67.9%
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Discussions
BambooHR
BambooHR Discussions
Does anyone else use the Original Hire Date and Hire Date field to show FT and PT hire dates?
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Ester M.
EM
I would love to do that for a current client project but can’t even find where the original hire date option is or how to add it on the advantage package Read more
What's the scoop on the 7-day free trial?
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TI
The system worked for us on the trial but they couldn't deliver during implementation.Read more
Am I locked into a contract when working with BambooHR?
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TI
No contracts only month to monthRead more
Connecteam
Connecteam Discussions
Can employees log in from a desktop computer/laptop?
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Is a phone number mandatory for each employee?
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Are annual plans paid in advance?
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