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At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (65.6% of reviews)
Small-Business (55.9% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Contact Us Per Month
Starting at $25/Month
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 plansPurelyHR
Star Rating
(283)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (55.9% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $25/Month
Browse all 6 pricing plansSummary
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 PurelyHR. Users appreciate its user-friendly interface and the ability to access the platform from anywhere, making it a preferred choice for many.
- According to verified reviews, BambooHR has a much larger volume of recent feedback, indicating a more active user base. With over 112 recent reviews, users highlight its intuitive onboarding process and seamless integration with third-party applications, which enhances the overall experience.
- Users say that while PurelyHR has a slightly higher star rating, it has far fewer reviews, which may limit the reliability of its feedback. However, those who use PurelyHR appreciate its centralized management of staff information, which helps save time and reduce stress.
- Reviewers mention that BambooHR's ease of setup is a strong point, with many users finding the onboarding process straightforward. In contrast, PurelyHR users note that it is fairly easy to work with, but they also mention a lack of frequent updates, which could hinder long-term usability.
- According to user feedback, BambooHR shines in its ability to keep employees informed through its clean interface and mobile apps. Users find it easy to navigate and manage team member information, while PurelyHR users appreciate the ease of requesting time off and managing PTO, though they desire more features.
- G2 reviewers highlight that BambooHR's quality of support is commendable, with users reporting positive experiences. In contrast, PurelyHR users rate its support highly as well, but they express a need for more frequent updates and enhancements to keep pace with evolving needs.
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
PurelyHR
Time-Off
Starting at $25
/Month
Say goodbye to tedious leave management with Time-Off. An industry-leading solution for tracking PTO and other leave types plus automated accruals, policy renewals, and simple requests and approvals.
- Request and approve time-off requests in a few clicks
- Shared leave calendar
- Highly customizable time-off policies
Free Trial
BambooHR
Free Trial is available
PurelyHR
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.6
2,370
9.1
176
Ease of Use
9.2
2,484
9.3
180
Ease of Setup
8.8
1,523
8.2
73
Ease of Admin
9.0
1,506
8.7
75
Quality of Support
8.8
2,040
9.3
137
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.0
1,484
9.5
73
Product Direction (% positive)
8.8
2,296
8.0
160
Features by Category
Core HR
8.7
1430
9.0
29
8.6
1428
9.5
35
5.5
748
Feature Not Available
7.4
1150
8.8
14
7.8
1170
Feature Not Available
7.3
1008
Feature Not Available
Generative AI
6.2
517
Feature Not Available
Platform
7.8
1466
8.0
24
7.3
1177
Feature Not Available
7.3
1156
Feature Not Available
8.7
1510
9.0
34
8.5
1421
9.1
32
8.4
1384
7.8
16
8.3
1449
8.8
29
8.5
1487
8.8
30
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
8.5
30
Logistics
Not enough data
9.2
37
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.0
24
Management
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.5
36
Not enough data
9.5
43
Not enough data
9.3
46
Not enough data
9.3
36
Not enough data
9.2
41
Not enough data
9.1
32
Monitoring
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
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
24
7.3
1177
Feature Not Available
7.3
1156
Feature Not Available
8.7
1510
9.0
34
8.5
1421
9.1
32
8.4
1384
7.8
16
8.3
1449
8.8
29
8.5
1487
8.8
30
Platform Basics
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.1
41
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.2
34
Platform Functionality
Not enough data
8.6
35
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform Data
Not enough data
8.9
36
Not enough data
8.7
41
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
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
24
7.3
1177
Feature Not Available
7.3
1156
Feature Not Available
8.7
1510
9.0
34
8.5
1421
9.1
32
8.4
1384
7.8
16
8.3
1449
8.8
29
8.5
1487
8.8
30
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
24
7.3
1177
Feature Not Available
7.3
1156
Feature Not Available
8.7
1510
9.0
34
8.5
1421
9.1
32
8.4
1384
7.8
16
8.3
1449
8.8
29
8.5
1487
8.8
30
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
24
7.3
1177
Feature Not Available
7.3
1156
Feature Not Available
8.7
1510
9.0
34
8.5
1421
9.1
32
8.4
1384
7.8
16
8.3
1449
8.8
29
8.5
1487
8.8
30
Recruiting and Onboarding
7.6
937
Not enough data
8.8
1210
Not enough data
Time Tracking
Not enough data
9.3
35
Not enough data
9.0
26
Not enough data
8.7
19
Client Invoicing
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.2
15
Mobile Time Tracking
Not enough data
9.4
36
Administration
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.2
36
Not enough data
9.3
36
Not enough data
8.5
25
Not enough data
8.9
48
Platform
Not enough data
8.6
45
Not enough data
8.9
15
Not enough data
8.9
19
Not enough data
9.3
47
Not enough data
8.1
24
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Platform
7.8
1466
8.0
24
7.3
1177
Feature Not Available
7.3
1156
Feature Not Available
8.7
1510
9.0
34
8.5
1421
9.1
32
8.4
1384
7.8
16
8.3
1449
8.8
29
8.5
1487
8.8
30
Workforce Management Platform Features
7.1
535
Not enough data
6.1
412
Not enough data
8.2
688
Not enough data
8.9
803
Not enough data
7.4
467
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.2
634
Not enough data
8.8
750
Not enough data
6.4
405
Not enough data
7.6
510
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
BambooHR and PurelyHR are categorized as Core HR
Unique Categories
BambooHR is categorized as Candidate Relationship Management, Job Description Management, Onboarding, Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), Workforce Management, Performance Management, HCM Software, and Payroll
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
BambooHR
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
PurelyHR
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%
Non-Profit Organization Management
11.1%
Marketing and Advertising
8.2%
Education Management
6.5%
Computer Software
5.7%
Information Technology and Services
4.3%
Other
64.2%
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
PurelyHR has no discussions with answers
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