Compare BambooHR and Sapling Software 
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (66.5% of reviews)
Mid-Market (79.8% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Contact Us Per Month
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BambooHR
Star Rating
(4,449)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (66.5% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Contact Us Per Month
Free Trial is available
Browse all 3 pricing plansKallidus
Star Rating
(390)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (79.8% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that BambooHR excels in user-friendliness, with many users appreciating its modern interface and straightforward navigation. One user noted, "I can usually find things within a few clicks," highlighting the platform's intuitive design that simplifies everyday tasks.
- Users say that Sapling provides a well-structured onboarding workflow, making it particularly beneficial for new hires. Reviewers mentioned the clarity and intuitiveness of the onboarding steps, with one user stating, "The steps are clear, intuitive, and easy to follow with minimal confusion."
- According to verified reviews, BambooHR stands out for its quick implementation process. Users have praised the ease of setup, with comments like, "The initial setup was also really easy; I just signed on and started using it," which reflects a smooth transition for organizations.
- Reviewers mention that while Sapling is effective for onboarding, it may not match the overall satisfaction levels of BambooHR. With a significantly lower G2 Score, users have expressed that they find BambooHR to be a more comprehensive solution for HR needs.
- G2 reviewers highlight BambooHR's robust features for managing leave and documents, with one user stating, "It's helpful having everything in one place," which emphasizes the platform's ability to streamline HR processes effectively.
- Users report that while Sapling is easy to use, it may lack some of the advanced functionalities that BambooHR offers, particularly in areas like reporting and user management. One user noted, "It's easy for us to run reports and set tasks," but BambooHR's higher ratings in these areas suggest a more powerful tool for comprehensive HR management.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
BambooHR
Core
Contact Us
Per Month
Foundational HR automation and insights to move your business forward.
- HR Data
- HR Reporting
- Time-Off Tracking
Kallidus
All in One
Contact Us
Build and customize your HCM solution and get the pricing suited for companies with large, global teams.
- Everything in People Ops Platform plan, plus HCM offerings:
- Recruit: Hire better people faster by reducing your cost and time to hire
- Perform: Build a framework for ongoing development, bringing coaching and feedback into people's day to day
Free Trial
BambooHR
Free Trial is available
Kallidus
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
8.7
2,957
8.6
261
Ease of Use
9.2
3,088
8.8
269
Ease of Setup
8.8
1,908
7.8
93
Ease of Admin
9.0
1,669
8.1
103
Quality of Support
8.8
2,419
8.5
213
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.0
1,641
8.0
98
Product Direction (% positive)
8.7
2,841
7.1
239
Features by Category
Core HR
8.8
1556
8.7
70
8.8
1708
8.1
59
5.5
761
Feature Not Available
7.5
1168
Feature Not Available
7.8
1194
Feature Not Available
7.4
1074
7.8
40
Generative AI
6.2
519
Not enough data
Platform
7.8
1473
7.4
51
7.3
1180
7.0
48
7.3
1156
7.6
43
8.7
1519
7.9
58
8.5
1432
7.9
38
8.4
1391
7.4
37
8.3
1458
7.0
51
8.5
1495
7.5
57
Employee Self Service
9.0
474
Not enough data
8.0
411
Not enough data
8.3
438
Not enough data
Administration
8.7
441
Not enough data
8.9
494
Not enough data
9.0
433
Not enough data
7.0
338
Not enough data
8.5
400
Not enough data
8.1
358
Not enough data
8.7
426
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Taxes
8.2
396
Not enough data
8.1
386
Not enough data
8.2
376
Not enough data
Integration
7.6
350
Not enough data
8.0
391
Not enough data
7.0
326
Not enough data
8.2
373
Not enough data
Platform
8.7
418
Not enough data
8.8
416
Not enough data
8.9
422
Not enough data
8.6
392
Not enough data
Basics
7.8
342
Not enough data
8.7
390
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
7.4
51
7.3
1180
7.0
48
7.3
1156
7.6
43
8.7
1519
7.9
58
8.5
1432
7.9
38
8.4
1391
7.4
37
8.3
1458
7.0
51
8.5
1495
7.5
57
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
494
Not enough data
7.6
944
8.5
45
8.7
541
Not enough data
Platform
7.8
1473
7.4
51
7.3
1180
7.0
48
7.3
1156
7.6
43
8.7
1519
7.9
58
8.5
1432
7.9
38
8.4
1391
7.4
37
8.3
1458
7.0
51
8.5
1495
7.5
57
Performance reviews
8.0
575
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.0
593
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.4
602
|
Verified
Not enough data
Goals
8.1
634
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.4
531
|
Verified
Not enough data
Feedback
8.2
590
Not enough data
8.3
583
Not enough data
6.8
440
Not enough data
6.7
468
Not enough data
Data
8.3
635
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.4
609
|
Verified
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Performance Management
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
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
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
740
Not enough data
7.8
733
Not enough data
8.1
44
Not enough data
9.0
55
Not enough data
8.2
45
Not enough data
Candidate Management - Applicant Tracking System
8.3
787
Not enough data
8.7
49
Not enough data
9.1
56
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.1
44
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.6
45
Not enough data
Platform
7.8
1473
7.4
51
7.3
1180
7.0
48
7.3
1156
7.6
43
8.7
1519
7.9
58
8.5
1432
7.9
38
8.4
1391
7.4
37
8.3
1458
7.0
51
8.5
1495
7.5
57
AI - Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
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
8.5
95
8.6
1199
9.0
121
8.9
1266
9.2
126
6.2
669
8.8
58
8.4
1094
8.7
57
8.3
1079
8.1
47
Platform Additional Functionality
8.9
1254
9.0
129
8.5
1117
8.8
113
7.1
772
8.0
62
8.7
1191
8.9
142
8.8
1241
9.0
144
Platform Data
7.2
774
8.0
64
8.2
1012
8.5
95
8.3
925
8.0
80
Platform
7.8
1473
7.4
51
7.3
1180
7.0
48
7.3
1156
7.6
43
8.7
1519
7.9
58
8.5
1432
7.9
38
8.4
1391
7.4
37
8.3
1458
7.0
51
8.5
1495
7.5
57
Recruiting and Onboarding
7.6
944
8.5
45
8.8
1251
9.1
160
Platform
7.8
1473
7.4
51
7.3
1180
7.0
48
7.3
1156
7.6
43
8.7
1519
7.9
58
8.5
1432
7.9
38
8.4
1391
7.4
37
8.3
1458
7.0
51
8.5
1495
7.5
57
Workforce Management Platform Features
7.1
538
Not enough data
6.1
421
Not enough data
8.2
723
Not enough data
9.0
925
Not enough data
7.4
478
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.2
641
Not enough data
8.8
788
Not enough data
6.4
409
Not enough data
7.7
528
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
BambooHR and Kallidus are categorized as Onboarding and Core HR
Unique Categories
BambooHR is categorized as Candidate Relationship Management, Job Description Management, Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), Workforce Management, Performance Management, HCM Software, and Payroll
Kallidus has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
BambooHR
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Kallidus
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
Computer Software
12.0%
Information Technology and Services
11.3%
Construction
5.6%
Non-Profit Organization Management
5.4%
Marketing and Advertising
4.2%
Other
61.6%
Computer Software
25.7%
Information Technology and Services
18.8%
Internet
4.4%
Financial Services
4.4%
Real Estate
4.1%
Other
42.5%
Alternatives
Discussions
Does anyone else use the Original Hire Date and Hire Date field to show FT and PT hire dates?
3 Comments
RJ
I but I am never going to figureRead more
Am I locked into a contract when working with BambooHR?
2 Comments
Official Response from BambooHR
No. Every BambooHR customer is on a month-to-month service. We want to earn your business back each and every month.Read more
What's the scoop on the 7-day free trial?
2 Comments
CW
Recommendation: Get a 1 hr demo first! Then once you understand the basics take the 7 days to go through the system. Make sure to go through the webinars in...Read more
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