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Compare BambooHR and QuickBooks Desktop Payroll 
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (65.5% of reviews)
Small-Business (84.0% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Contact Us Per Month
$500.00 Per Year
BambooHR
Star Rating
(2,961)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (65.5% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Contact Us Per Month
Free Trial is available
Browse all 3 pricing plansQuickBooks Desktop Payroll
Star Rating
(50)4.2 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (84.0% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
$500.00 Per Year
Browse all 2 pricing plansSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that BambooHR excels in user experience, highlighting its clean and user-friendly interface that simplifies navigation and management of employee information. Users appreciate the cloud-based access, allowing them to manage HR tasks from anywhere.
- Users say QuickBooks Desktop Payroll offers a high level of control over payroll processes, with many praising the ease of handling information independently. This feature allows users to avoid reliance on external deadlines, which can be a significant advantage for small businesses.
- Reviewers mention that BambooHR's implementation process is notably quick and intuitive, with many users appreciating the dedicated mobile apps that enhance accessibility and overall experience, making it easier to keep employees informed.
- According to verified reviews, QuickBooks Desktop Payroll shines in its payroll entry and tax calculation capabilities, with users noting that the system allows for easy corrections and customized reporting, which can be particularly beneficial for small businesses managing their own payroll.
- G2 reviewers highlight that while BambooHR has a higher overall satisfaction score, QuickBooks Desktop Payroll is recognized for its strong support for payroll processing, with users appreciating the straightforward setup and the ability to process payroll without registration.
- Users report that BambooHR's integration capabilities, including APIs for third-party applications, enhance its functionality, making it a versatile choice for mid-market companies looking for comprehensive HR solutions, while QuickBooks Desktop Payroll is favored for its accounting integration that aligns well with small business 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
QuickBooks Desktop Payroll
Annual billing
$500.00
Per Year
- +$5/employee per month
Free Trial
BambooHR
Free Trial is available
QuickBooks Desktop Payroll
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
8.6
2,380
9.3
33
Ease of Use
9.2
2,494
8.9
33
Ease of Setup
8.8
1,534
8.6
14
Ease of Admin
9.0
1,508
9.3
14
Quality of Support
8.8
2,049
8.2
33
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.0
1,486
8.0
14
Product Direction (% positive)
8.8
2,306
7.7
30
Features by Category
Core HR
8.7
1431
Not enough data
8.6
1434
Not enough data
5.4
747
Not enough data
7.4
1149
Not enough data
7.8
1169
Not enough data
7.3
1009
Not enough data
Generative AI
6.2
516
Not enough data
Platform
7.8
1466
Not enough data
7.3
1176
Not enough data
7.3
1155
Not enough data
8.7
1510
Not enough data
8.5
1421
Not enough data
8.4
1384
Not enough data
8.3
1449
Not enough data
8.5
1487
Not enough data
Employee Self Service
8.9
419
8.6
17
|
Verified
7.9
392
7.3
11
|
Verified
8.2
412
Feature Not Available
Administration
8.6
415
9.5
28
|
Verified
8.8
437
8.3
21
|
Verified
9.0
409
9.8
19
|
Verified
6.9
334
9.2
19
|
Verified
8.4
390
8.7
20
|
Verified
8.1
350
8.9
18
|
Verified
8.6
409
9.2
12
|
Verified
Feature Not Available
9.3
23
|
Verified
Feature Not Available
8.9
17
|
Verified
Taxes
8.2
389
9.4
27
|
Verified
8.1
380
9.2
22
|
Verified
8.2
372
8.5
16
|
Verified
Integration
7.6
339
8.6
7
|
Verified
8.0
382
7.6
15
|
Verified
7.0
322
9.0
14
|
Verified
8.2
361
8.8
10
|
Verified
Platform
8.6
406
9.2
23
|
Verified
8.8
405
9.1
21
|
Verified
8.9
401
8.9
24
|
Verified
8.6
388
8.9
19
|
Verified
Basics
7.8
339
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
Not enough data
7.3
1176
Not enough data
7.3
1155
Not enough data
8.7
1510
Not enough data
8.5
1421
Not enough data
8.4
1384
Not enough data
8.3
1449
Not enough data
8.5
1487
Not enough data
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
936
Not enough data
8.7
537
Not enough data
Platform
7.8
1466
Not enough data
7.3
1176
Not enough data
7.3
1155
Not enough data
8.7
1510
Not enough data
8.5
1421
Not enough data
8.4
1384
Not enough data
8.3
1449
Not enough data
8.5
1487
Not enough data
Performance reviews
8.0
556
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.0
577
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.4
586
|
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
780
Not enough data
8.6
45
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
Not enough data
7.3
1176
Not enough data
7.3
1155
Not enough data
8.7
1510
Not enough data
8.5
1421
Not enough data
8.4
1384
Not enough data
8.3
1449
Not enough data
8.5
1487
Not enough data
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
1237
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
1112
Not enough data
7.1
761
Not enough data
8.7
1180
Not enough data
8.8
1226
Not enough data
Platform Data
7.2
772
Not enough data
8.2
1003
Not enough data
8.3
919
Not enough data
Platform
7.8
1466
Not enough data
7.3
1176
Not enough data
7.3
1155
Not enough data
8.7
1510
Not enough data
8.5
1421
Not enough data
8.4
1384
Not enough data
8.3
1449
Not enough data
8.5
1487
Not enough data
Recruiting and Onboarding
7.6
936
Not enough data
8.8
1212
Not enough data
Platform
7.8
1466
Not enough data
7.3
1176
Not enough data
7.3
1155
Not enough data
8.7
1510
Not enough data
8.5
1421
Not enough data
8.4
1384
Not enough data
8.3
1449
Not enough data
8.5
1487
Not enough data
Workforce Management Platform Features
7.1
535
Not enough data
6.1
412
Not enough data
8.2
688
Not enough data
8.9
804
Not enough data
7.4
467
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.2
634
Not enough data
8.8
751
Not enough data
6.4
405
Not enough data
7.6
510
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
BambooHR and QuickBooks Desktop Payroll are categorized as Payroll
Unique Categories
BambooHR is categorized as Candidate Relationship Management, Job Description Management, Onboarding, Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), Core HR, Workforce Management, Performance Management, and HCM Software
QuickBooks Desktop Payroll has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
BambooHR
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
QuickBooks Desktop Payroll
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
11.6%
Computer Software
11.5%
Construction
5.8%
Non-Profit Organization Management
5.7%
Hospital & Health Care
4.4%
Other
61.0%
Non-Profit Organization Management
14.0%
Accounting
8.0%
Construction
6.0%
Retail
4.0%
Restaurants
4.0%
Other
64.0%
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
QuickBooks Desktop Payroll has no discussions with answers
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