Compare BambooHR and ExponentHR

At a Glance
BambooHR
BambooHR
Star Rating
(4,109)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (66.7% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Contact Us Per Month
Free Trial is available
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ExponentHR
ExponentHR
Star Rating
(16)3.8 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (62.5% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • G2 reviewers report that BambooHR excels in user experience, with many praising its intuitive interface and ease of navigation. Users appreciate how quickly they can find what they need, often mentioning that the software is fun and user-friendly, making tasks like booking leave straightforward.
  • According to verified reviews, ExponentHR is also recognized for its ease of use, particularly for management and frontline employees. Users highlight that they can easily access important documents like W2s and check stubs, which contributes to a smooth experience.
  • Users say that BambooHR's implementation process is notably quick and efficient. Recent feedback emphasizes how easy it is to get started, with one user mentioning they simply signed on and began using the platform without complications.
  • Reviewers mention that while ExponentHR is user-friendly, it has a smaller user base, which may affect the availability of community support and resources compared to BambooHR, which has a much larger number of reviews and a stronger market presence.
  • G2 reviewers highlight BambooHR's strong support quality, with many users noting that they feel well-supported throughout their experience. The software's ability to keep everything in one place is frequently mentioned as a significant advantage.
  • According to recent user feedback, ExponentHR shines in specific functionalities like attendance management, where users find it easy to manage employee attendance sheets. However, it faces challenges in overall satisfaction compared to BambooHR, which has a higher G2 Score reflecting broader user approval.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
BambooHR
Core
Contact Us
Per Month
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ExponentHR
No pricing available
Free Trial
BambooHR
Free Trial is available
ExponentHR
No trial information available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.6
2,792
8.9
11
Ease of Use
9.2
2,914
8.2
12
Ease of Setup
8.8
1,808
Not enough data
Ease of Admin
9.0
1,608
Not enough data
Quality of Support
8.8
2,317
8.0
10
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.0
1,584
Not enough data
Product Direction (% positive)
8.7
2,700
8.1
12
Features by Category
Core HR
8.8
1518
8.5
10
8.7
1632
9.2
10
5.5
757
8.3
5
7.4
1160
Not enough data
7.8
1188
8.6
7
7.4
1058
8.9
9
Generative AI
6.2
519
Not enough data
Platform
7.8
1473
Not enough data
7.3
1179
Not enough data
7.3
1156
Not enough data
8.7
1518
Not enough data
8.5
1431
9.0
5
8.4
1391
Not enough data
8.3
1457
Not enough data
8.5
1494
7.3
5
8.3
615
Not enough data
Employee Self Service
8.9
457
Not enough data
7.9
407
Not enough data
8.2
427
Not enough data
Administration
8.6
436
Not enough data
8.9
476
Not enough data
9.0
426
Not enough data
7.0
339
Not enough data
8.5
398
Not enough data
8.1
356
Not enough data
8.6
421
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Taxes
8.2
395
Not enough data
8.1
386
Not enough data
8.2
377
Not enough data
Integration
7.6
350
Not enough data
8.0
389
Not enough data
7.0
327
Not enough data
8.2
371
Not enough data
Platform
8.6
416
Not enough data
8.8
413
Not enough data
8.9
418
Not enough data
8.6
393
Not enough data
Job Description ManagementHide 17 FeaturesShow 17 Features
8.3
1,871
Not enough data
Basics
7.8
342
Not enough data
8.7
389
Not enough data
8.5
383
Not enough data
Content
8.2
370
Not enough data
7.7
343
Not enough data
7.9
348
Not enough data
Logistics
7.6
321
Not enough data
8.7
407
Not enough data
Recruiting and Onboarding
8.7
514
Not enough data
Platform
7.8
1473
Not enough data
7.3
1179
Not enough data
7.3
1156
Not enough data
8.7
1518
Not enough data
8.5
1431
9.0
5
8.4
1391
Not enough data
8.3
1457
Not enough data
8.5
1494
7.3
5
Candidate Relationship ManagementHide 19 FeaturesShow 19 Features
8.4
1,898
Not enough data
Basics
8.6
406
Not enough data
7.8
336
Not enough data
8.6
380
Not enough data
Additional Functionality
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.5
367
Not enough data
8.6
395
Not enough data
Content
8.4
379
Not enough data
8.4
387
Not enough data
Recruiting and Onboarding
8.3
493
Not enough data
7.6
942
Not enough data
8.7
539
Not enough data
Platform
7.8
1473
Not enough data
7.3
1179
Not enough data
7.3
1156
Not enough data
8.7
1518
Not enough data
8.5
1431
9.0
5
8.4
1391
Not enough data
8.3
1457
Not enough data
8.5
1494
7.3
5
Performance ManagementHide 13 FeaturesShow 13 Features
7.9
789
Not enough data
Performance reviews
8.0
564
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.0
586
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.4
600
|
Verified
Not enough data
Goals
8.1
628
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.4
530
|
Verified
Not enough data
Feedback
8.2
581
Not enough data
8.2
575
Not enough data
6.7
429
Not enough data
6.7
467
Not enough data
Data
8.3
609
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.4
599
|
Verified
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Performance Management
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
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
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
Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)Hide 26 FeaturesShow 26 Features
8.2
1,820
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Sourcing
7.8
736
Not enough data
7.8
732
Not enough data
8.0
43
Not enough data
8.9
53
Not enough data
8.1
44
Not enough data
Candidate Management - Applicant Tracking System
8.3
784
Not enough data
8.7
48
Not enough data
9.1
55
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.3
43
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.5
43
Not enough data
Platform
7.8
1473
Not enough data
7.3
1179
Not enough data
7.3
1156
Not enough data
8.7
1518
Not enough data
8.5
1431
9.0
5
8.4
1391
Not enough data
8.3
1457
Not enough data
8.5
1494
7.3
5
AI - Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.1
2,009
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Onboarding
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Platform Content
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.6
1195
Not enough data
8.9
1259
Not enough data
6.2
668
Not enough data
8.4
1093
Not enough data
8.3
1078
Not enough data
Platform Additional Functionality
8.9
1250
Not enough data
8.5
1117
Not enough data
7.1
771
Not enough data
8.7
1191
Not enough data
8.8
1240
Not enough data
Platform Data
7.2
774
Not enough data
8.2
1012
Not enough data
8.3
924
Not enough data
Platform
7.8
1473
Not enough data
7.3
1179
Not enough data
7.3
1156
Not enough data
8.7
1518
Not enough data
8.5
1431
9.0
5
8.4
1391
Not enough data
8.3
1457
Not enough data
8.5
1494
7.3
5
Recruiting and Onboarding
7.6
942
Not enough data
8.8
1246
Not enough data
7.9
2,043
Not enough data
Platform
7.8
1473
Not enough data
7.3
1179
Not enough data
7.3
1156
Not enough data
8.7
1518
Not enough data
8.5
1431
9.0
5
8.4
1391
Not enough data
8.3
1457
Not enough data
8.5
1494
7.3
5
Workforce Management Platform Features
7.1
538
Not enough data
6.1
421
Not enough data
8.2
715
Not enough data
9.0
901
Not enough data
7.4
477
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.2
640
Not enough data
8.8
782
Not enough data
6.4
408
Not enough data
7.7
526
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
BambooHR
BambooHR
ExponentHR
ExponentHR
BambooHR and ExponentHR are categorized as Core HR
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
BambooHR
BambooHR
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
28.5%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
66.7%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
4.8%
ExponentHR
ExponentHR
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
6.3%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
62.5%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
31.3%
Reviewers' Industry
BambooHR
BambooHR
Computer Software
12.0%
Information Technology and Services
11.4%
Construction
5.6%
Non-Profit Organization Management
5.4%
Marketing and Advertising
4.2%
Other
61.5%
ExponentHR
ExponentHR
Hospital & Health Care
25.0%
Marketing and Advertising
18.8%
Utilities
6.3%
Supermarkets
6.3%
Staffing and Recruiting
6.3%
Other
37.5%
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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?
3 Comments
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?
2 Comments
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?
2 Comments
TI
No contracts only month to monthRead more
ExponentHR
ExponentHR Discussions
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ExponentHR has no discussions with answers