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At a Glance
BambooHR
BambooHR
Star Rating
(3,424)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (66.3% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Contact Us Per Month
Free Trial is available
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Sapling
Sapling
Star Rating
(389)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (80.1% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Contact Us
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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 that simplifies managing employee details and tracking attendance. Users appreciate how it organizes data in one place, making HR tasks more efficient.
  • Users say that Sapling is particularly beneficial for new hires, especially in remote work settings. They highlight its ability to facilitate quick onboarding by notifying employees about documents to sign and tasks to complete, which can be invaluable for hybrid workers.
  • Reviewers mention that BambooHR's implementation process is notably quick and straightforward, with many users noting the ease of clocking in and out as a significant advantage. This efficiency helps reduce manual HR work and enhances overall productivity.
  • According to verified reviews, while both platforms offer solid support, BambooHR receives higher marks for its quality of support. Users report a more responsive and helpful support team, which can be crucial for resolving issues quickly.
  • G2 reviewers highlight that Sapling shines in its reporting capabilities, allowing users to easily run reports and set tasks for employees. This feature is particularly appreciated by teams looking to streamline their HR processes and maintain clear oversight.
  • Users express that BambooHR's overall satisfaction is reflected in its higher G2 Score, indicating a more favorable reception among users. The platform's comprehensive features, such as attendance tracking and employee self-service portals, contribute to its reputation as a reliable HR solution.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
BambooHR
Elite
Contact Us
Per Month
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Sapling
All in One
Contact Us
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Free Trial
BambooHR
Free Trial is available
Sapling
No trial information available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.6
2,538
8.5
260
Ease of Use
9.2
2,653
8.8
268
Ease of Setup
8.8
1,639
7.8
92
Ease of Admin
9.0
1,534
8.1
102
Quality of Support
8.8
2,148
8.5
212
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.0
1,511
8.0
97
Product Direction (% positive)
8.7
2,458
7.1
238
Features by Category
Core HR
8.8
1466
8.7
69
8.7
1504
8.0
58
5.5
752
Feature Not Available
7.4
1155
Feature Not Available
7.8
1180
Feature Not Available
7.3
1028
7.8
40
Generative AI
6.2
517
Not enough data
Platform
7.8
1468
7.4
51
7.3
1176
7.0
47
7.3
1156
7.6
43
8.7
1514
7.9
57
8.5
1425
7.9
38
8.4
1387
7.4
37
8.3
1451
7.0
51
8.5
1489
7.5
57
8.3
512
Not enough data
Employee Self Service
8.9
436
Not enough data
7.9
399
Not enough data
8.2
419
Not enough data
Administration
8.6
424
Not enough data
8.8
460
Not enough data
9.0
415
Not enough data
7.0
338
Not enough data
8.4
395
Not enough data
8.1
355
Not enough data
8.6
418
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Taxes
8.2
393
Not enough data
8.1
384
Not enough data
8.2
376
Not enough data
Integration
7.6
347
Not enough data
8.0
388
Not enough data
7.0
327
Not enough data
8.2
367
Not enough data
Platform
8.6
411
Not enough data
8.8
410
Not enough data
8.9
408
Not enough data
8.6
392
Not enough data
Job Description ManagementHide 17 FeaturesShow 17 Features
8.3
1,823
Not enough data
Basics
7.8
342
Not enough data
8.7
383
Not enough data
8.5
381
Not enough data
Content
8.2
369
Not enough data
7.7
343
Not enough data
7.9
349
Not enough data
Logistics
7.6
321
Not enough data
8.7
405
Not enough data
Recruiting and Onboarding
8.7
514
Not enough data
Platform
7.8
1468
7.4
51
7.3
1176
7.0
47
7.3
1156
7.6
43
8.7
1514
7.9
57
8.5
1425
7.9
38
8.4
1387
7.4
37
8.3
1451
7.0
51
8.5
1489
7.5
57
Candidate Relationship ManagementHide 19 FeaturesShow 19 Features
8.4
1,856
Not enough data
Basics
8.6
405
Not enough data
7.8
336
Not enough data
8.6
377
Not enough data
Additional Functionality
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.5
367
Not enough data
8.6
393
Not enough data
Content
8.4
378
Not enough data
8.4
387
Not enough data
Recruiting and Onboarding
8.3
492
Not enough data
7.6
938
8.5
45
8.7
538
Not enough data
Platform
7.8
1468
7.4
51
7.3
1176
7.0
47
7.3
1156
7.6
43
8.7
1514
7.9
57
8.5
1425
7.9
38
8.4
1387
7.4
37
8.3
1451
7.0
51
8.5
1489
7.5
57
Performance ManagementHide 13 FeaturesShow 13 Features
7.7
720
Not enough data
Performance reviews
8.0
558
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.0
582
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.4
593
|
Verified
Not enough data
Goals
8.1
615
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.4
530
|
Verified
Not enough data
Feedback
8.2
577
Not enough data
8.2
574
Not enough data
6.7
423
Not enough data
6.7
467
Not enough data
Data
8.3
603
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.4
599
|
Verified
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Performance Management
6.4
38
Not enough data
6.8
37
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
7.6
1,785
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
733
Not enough data
7.8
731
Not enough data
8.0
42
Not enough data
8.8
49
Not enough data
8.1
43
Not enough data
Candidate Management - Applicant Tracking System
8.3
781
Not enough data
8.7
47
Not enough data
9.0
49
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.2
42
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.5
42
Not enough data
Platform
7.8
1468
7.4
51
7.3
1176
7.0
47
7.3
1156
7.6
43
8.7
1514
7.9
57
8.5
1425
7.9
38
8.4
1387
7.4
37
8.3
1451
7.0
51
8.5
1489
7.5
57
AI - Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)
6.0
35
Not enough data
5.9
35
Not enough data
5.8
36
Not enough data
7.8
1,918
8.2
205
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
8.5
95
8.6
1185
9.0
121
8.8
1248
9.2
125
6.2
668
8.8
58
8.4
1087
8.7
57
8.3
1077
8.1
47
Platform Additional Functionality
8.9
1241
9.0
129
8.5
1115
8.8
113
7.1
764
8.0
62
8.7
1186
8.9
141
8.8
1232
9.0
143
Platform Data
7.2
774
8.0
63
8.2
1009
8.5
94
8.3
922
8.0
80
Platform
7.8
1468
7.4
51
7.3
1176
7.0
47
7.3
1156
7.6
43
8.7
1514
7.9
57
8.5
1425
7.9
38
8.4
1387
7.4
37
8.3
1451
7.0
51
8.5
1489
7.5
57
Recruiting and Onboarding
7.6
938
8.5
45
8.8
1229
9.0
159
7.9
1,879
Not enough data
Platform
7.8
1468
7.4
51
7.3
1176
7.0
47
7.3
1156
7.6
43
8.7
1514
7.9
57
8.5
1425
7.9
38
8.4
1387
7.4
37
8.3
1451
7.0
51
8.5
1489
7.5
57
Workforce Management Platform Features
7.1
537
Not enough data
6.1
417
Not enough data
8.2
700
Not enough data
8.9
829
Not enough data
7.4
469
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.2
636
Not enough data
8.8
762
Not enough data
6.4
407
Not enough data
7.6
516
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
BambooHR
BambooHR
Sapling
Sapling
BambooHR and Sapling are categorized as Onboarding and Core HR
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
BambooHR
BambooHR
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
29.1%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
66.3%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
4.6%
Sapling
Sapling
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
8.3%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
80.1%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
11.6%
Reviewers' Industry
BambooHR
BambooHR
Computer Software
11.8%
Information Technology and Services
11.6%
Non-Profit Organization Management
5.6%
Construction
5.6%
Hospital & Health Care
4.3%
Other
61.1%
Sapling
Sapling
Computer Software
25.8%
Information Technology and Services
18.6%
Internet
4.4%
Financial Services
4.4%
Real Estate
4.2%
Other
42.7%
Alternatives
BambooHR
BambooHR Alternatives
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Paycor
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Rippling
Rippling
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Sapling
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SAP SuccessFactors
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Add SAP SuccessFactors
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
Sapling
Sapling Discussions
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Sapling has no discussions with answers