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At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (65.6% of reviews)
Mid-Market (45.5% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Contact Us Per Month
No pricing available
BambooHR
Star Rating
(2,947)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (65.6% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Contact Us Per Month
Free Trial is available
Browse all 3 pricing plansNOVAtime
Star Rating
(22)4.0 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (45.5% of reviews)
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 overall user satisfaction, boasting a significantly higher G2 Score compared to NOVAtime. Users appreciate its user-friendly interface and seamless navigation, making it easy to manage team member information effectively.
- According to verified reviews, BambooHR's implementation process is praised for its simplicity, with many users highlighting the intuitive onboarding wizard that facilitates a smooth transition. In contrast, NOVAtime users have noted some challenges with setup, indicating it may require more effort to get started.
- Users say that BambooHR's mobile capabilities enhance the overall experience, allowing access from anywhere and keeping employees informed through its well-designed mobile apps. Meanwhile, NOVAtime also offers mobile features, but users have pointed out that BambooHR's mobile experience feels more polished and user-centric.
- Reviewers mention that while NOVAtime provides strong time and attendance tracking features, BambooHR shines in its overall ease of use, with users noting that it is straightforward to navigate and manage various HR tasks, such as PTO requests and employee records.
- G2 reviewers highlight that BambooHR's quality of support is commendable, with many users feeling well-supported during their use of the platform. In comparison, NOVAtime's support is rated slightly higher, but the overall user experience with BambooHR's support is often described as more responsive and helpful.
- According to recent feedback, NOVAtime is recognized for its robust shift scheduling capabilities, which users find highly effective. However, BambooHR's reporting and analytics features are often seen as more comprehensive, allowing users to gain deeper insights into their workforce management.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
BambooHR
Elite
Contact Us
Per Month
Powerful insights and data benchmarks to inform smarter decisions for your business.
- HR Data
- HR Reporting
- Hiring
NOVAtime
No pricing availableFree Trial
BambooHR
Free Trial is available
NOVAtime
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
8.6
2,370
8.3
19
Ease of Use
9.2
2,484
8.0
19
Ease of Setup
8.8
1,523
7.6
11
Ease of Admin
9.0
1,506
7.7
11
Quality of Support
8.8
2,040
8.9
17
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.0
1,484
8.6
11
Product Direction (% positive)
8.8
2,296
6.9
19
Features by Category
Core HR
8.7
1430
Not enough data
8.6
1428
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
1466
8.0
5
7.3
1177
8.0
5
7.3
1156
Not enough data
8.7
1510
8.3
6
8.5
1421
7.3
5
8.4
1384
8.0
5
8.3
1449
8.7
5
8.5
1487
8.0
5
Employee Self Service
8.9
418
Not enough data
7.9
392
Not enough data
8.2
412
Not enough data
Administration
8.6
414
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
388
Not enough data
8.1
379
Not enough data
8.2
371
Not enough data
Integration
7.5
338
Not enough data
8.0
381
Not enough data
7.0
321
Not enough data
8.2
360
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
Automation
Not enough data
Not enough data
Logistics
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
7.7
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
5.7
5
Not enough data
7.3
5
Not enough data
7.0
5
Not enough data
7.3
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
Monitoring
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
8.0
5
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
1466
8.0
5
7.3
1177
8.0
5
7.3
1156
Not enough data
8.7
1510
8.3
6
8.5
1421
7.3
5
8.4
1384
8.0
5
8.3
1449
8.7
5
8.5
1487
8.0
5
Basics
8.6
404
Not enough data
7.9
335
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
378
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
1466
8.0
5
7.3
1177
8.0
5
7.3
1156
Not enough data
8.7
1510
8.3
6
8.5
1421
7.3
5
8.4
1384
8.0
5
8.3
1449
8.7
5
8.5
1487
8.0
5
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
598
|
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
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)
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
779
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
1466
8.0
5
7.3
1177
8.0
5
7.3
1156
Not enough data
8.7
1510
8.3
6
8.5
1421
7.3
5
8.4
1384
8.0
5
8.3
1449
8.7
5
8.5
1487
8.0
5
AI - Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)
6.0
35
Not enough data
5.9
35
Not enough data
5.8
36
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
1180
Not enough data
8.8
1236
Not enough data
6.2
666
Not enough data
8.4
1082
Not enough data
8.3
1074
Not enough data
Platform Additional Functionality
8.9
1236
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
1466
8.0
5
7.3
1177
8.0
5
7.3
1156
Not enough data
8.7
1510
8.3
6
8.5
1421
7.3
5
8.4
1384
8.0
5
8.3
1449
8.7
5
8.5
1487
8.0
5
Recruiting and Onboarding
7.6
937
Not enough data
8.8
1210
Not enough data
Platform
7.8
1466
8.0
5
7.3
1177
8.0
5
7.3
1156
Not enough data
8.7
1510
8.3
6
8.5
1421
7.3
5
8.4
1384
8.0
5
8.3
1449
8.7
5
8.5
1487
8.0
5
Workforce Management Platform Features
7.1
535
8.1
6
6.1
412
9.4
8
8.2
688
9.0
12
8.9
803
9.2
11
7.4
467
9.2
6
Feature Not Available
8.3
5
8.2
634
Not enough data
8.8
750
8.7
10
6.4
405
8.9
6
7.6
510
8.7
9
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
BambooHR and NOVAtime are categorized as Workforce Management
Unique Categories
BambooHR is categorized as Candidate Relationship Management, Job Description Management, Onboarding, Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), Core HR, Performance Management, HCM Software, and Payroll
NOVAtime is categorized as Time & Attendance
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
BambooHR
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
NOVAtime
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
Information Technology and Services
11.5%
Computer Software
11.5%
Construction
5.8%
Non-Profit Organization Management
5.7%
Hospital & Health Care
4.4%
Other
61.1%
Hospital & Health Care
18.2%
Human Resources
13.6%
Translation and Localization
4.5%
Telecommunications
4.5%
Staffing and Recruiting
4.5%
Other
54.5%
Discussions
Does anyone else use the Original Hire Date and Hire Date field to show FT and PT hire dates?
3 Comments
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
NOVAtime has no more discussions with answers
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