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At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (66.4% of reviews)
Small-Business (60.1% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Contact Us Per Month
$2.50 1 user Per Month
BambooHR
Star Rating
(3,550)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (66.4% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Contact Us Per Month
Free Trial is available
Browse all 3 pricing plansWhen I Work
Star Rating
(361)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (60.1% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$2.50 1 user Per Month
Free Trial is available
Browse all 2 pricing plansSummary
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, significantly reducing manual HR work.
- Users say When I Work shines in shift scheduling and team communication, with feedback highlighting its effectiveness in avoiding shift mix-ups and enhancing clarity among team members. The straightforward, spreadsheet-like layout makes it easy for users to find their schedules quickly.
- According to verified reviews, BambooHR's implementation process is notably quick and user-friendly, with recent users noting the ease of clocking in and out and confirming timesheets, which contributes to a smoother onboarding experience.
- Reviewers mention that While When I Work is easy to set up, BambooHR offers a more comprehensive solution for HR tasks, with features that allow for better tracking of attendance and leave management, making it a preferred choice for mid-market companies.
- G2 reviewers highlight that both products have strong support, but BambooHR edges out with a higher quality of support rating. Users appreciate the assistance they receive, which enhances their overall experience with the platform.
- Users note that While When I Work has a competitive edge in time and attendance tracking, BambooHR provides a more holistic approach to HR management, making it a better fit for organizations looking for a comprehensive HR solution.
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
When I Work
Single Location or Schedule
$2.50
1 user Per Month
Everything you need to effectively manage a single team or location. All plans include scheduling, time & attendance tracking, and team communication.
- One-click Auto Scheduling
- Unlimited schedule templates
- Time off & availability management
Free Trial
BambooHR
Free Trial is available
When I Work
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.6
2,596
8.8
303
Ease of Use
9.2
2,712
8.7
307
Ease of Setup
8.8
1,678
8.7
170
Ease of Admin
9.0
1,553
8.8
159
Quality of Support
8.8
2,187
8.4
245
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.0
1,531
8.7
151
Product Direction (% positive)
8.7
2,512
8.9
289
Features by Category
Core HR
8.8
1475
Not enough data
8.7
1531
Not enough data
5.5
754
Not enough data
7.4
1156
Not enough data
7.8
1182
Not enough data
7.3
1034
Not enough data
Generative AI
6.2
517
Not enough data
Platform
7.8
1469
8.1
70
7.3
1176
7.1
34
7.3
1156
7.9
51
8.7
1514
8.6
76
8.5
1429
8.9
77
8.4
1389
8.8
76
8.3
1452
8.2
61
8.5
1491
8.6
76
Employee Self Service
8.9
442
Not enough data
7.9
399
Not enough data
8.2
419
Not enough data
Administration
8.6
426
Not enough data
8.9
462
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
419
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
411
Not enough data
8.6
392
Not enough data
Automation
Not enough data
8.2
29
Logistics
Not enough data
7.8
30
Not enough data
7.8
29
Not enough data
8.0
29
Management
Not enough data
8.1
30
Not enough data
8.2
29
Not enough data
8.3
29
Not enough data
8.8
27
Not enough data
8.6
28
Not enough data
8.8
28
Not enough data
8.6
28
Monitoring
Not enough data
7.9
28
Not enough data
8.2
28
Not enough data
8.0
28
Basics
7.8
342
Not enough data
8.7
385
Not enough data
8.5
382
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
406
Not enough data
Recruiting and Onboarding
8.7
514
Not enough data
Platform
7.8
1469
8.1
70
7.3
1176
7.1
34
7.3
1156
7.9
51
8.7
1514
8.6
76
8.5
1429
8.9
77
8.4
1389
8.8
76
8.3
1452
8.2
61
8.5
1491
8.6
76
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
394
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
Not enough data
8.7
538
Not enough data
Platform
7.8
1469
8.1
70
7.3
1176
7.1
34
7.3
1156
7.9
51
8.7
1514
8.6
76
8.5
1429
8.9
77
8.4
1389
8.8
76
8.3
1452
8.2
61
8.5
1491
8.6
76
Platform Basics
Not enough data
8.0
68
Not enough data
9.0
80
Not enough data
8.8
80
Platform Content
Not enough data
8.4
68
Not enough data
8.0
50
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Platform Additional Functionality
Not enough data
7.6
59
Not enough data
9.0
77
Not enough data
8.0
58
Not enough data
8.6
61
Not enough data
8.2
62
Performance reviews
8.0
559
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.0
583
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.4
594
|
Verified
Not enough data
Goals
8.1
620
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.4
530
|
Verified
Not enough data
Feedback
8.2
579
Not enough data
8.2
575
Not enough data
6.7
424
Not enough data
6.7
467
Not enough data
Data
8.3
606
|
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
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
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
50
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
1469
8.1
70
7.3
1176
7.1
34
7.3
1156
7.9
51
8.7
1514
8.6
76
8.5
1429
8.9
77
8.4
1389
8.8
76
8.3
1452
8.2
61
8.5
1491
8.6
76
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
1187
Not enough data
8.8
1250
Not enough data
6.2
668
Not enough data
8.4
1088
Not enough data
8.3
1077
Not enough data
Platform Additional Functionality
8.9
1244
Not enough data
8.5
1115
Not enough data
7.1
765
Not enough data
8.7
1187
Not enough data
8.8
1233
Not enough data
Platform Data
7.2
774
Not enough data
8.2
1010
Not enough data
8.3
922
Not enough data
Platform
7.8
1469
8.1
70
7.3
1176
7.1
34
7.3
1156
7.9
51
8.7
1514
8.6
76
8.5
1429
8.9
77
8.4
1389
8.8
76
8.3
1452
8.2
61
8.5
1491
8.6
76
Recruiting and Onboarding
7.6
938
Not enough data
8.8
1235
Not enough data
Time Tracking
Not enough data
8.9
96
Not enough data
8.6
85
Not enough data
8.9
69
Client Invoicing
Not enough data
8.1
47
Not enough data
8.2
46
Not enough data
7.7
49
Mobile Time Tracking
Not enough data
9.0
89
Administration
Not enough data
8.3
65
Not enough data
8.8
83
Not enough data
8.9
91
Not enough data
8.7
63
Not enough data
8.8
84
Platform
Not enough data
8.5
68
Not enough data
8.2
57
Not enough data
8.4
59
Not enough data
8.9
90
Not enough data
8.9
84
Not enough data
7.7
61
Platform
7.8
1469
8.1
70
7.3
1176
7.1
34
7.3
1156
7.9
51
8.7
1514
8.6
76
8.5
1429
8.9
77
8.4
1389
8.8
76
8.3
1452
8.2
61
8.5
1491
8.6
76
Workforce Management Platform Features
7.1
537
8.4
74
6.1
419
9.2
112
8.2
703
8.9
101
8.9
842
8.9
97
7.4
471
8.0
71
Feature Not Available
8.0
71
8.2
637
8.1
67
8.8
765
8.7
88
6.4
408
8.7
102
7.6
516
8.4
100
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
BambooHR and When I Work 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
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
BambooHR
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
When I Work
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
11.9%
Information Technology and Services
11.7%
Non-Profit Organization Management
5.6%
Construction
5.6%
Hospital & Health Care
4.2%
Other
60.9%
Hospital & Health Care
9.8%
Retail
7.5%
Hospitality
5.8%
Food & Beverages
5.8%
Consumer Services
4.9%
Other
66.2%
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
How can I interface with my Scheduling Coordinator about requests other than time off?
3 Comments
Official Response from When I Work
Hi Matthew! Tiffany here with When I Work Customer Care. We offer real time communication with your team through Workchat. Here is our guide that goes over...Read more
Can you integrate it with Tsheets?
2 Comments
Official Response from When I Work
Hi Melinda! Tiffany here with When I Work Customer Care. We do not integrate with T-Sheets but I understand how this would be a beneficial option! We do...Read more
Airplane mode/Phone off
2 Comments
Official Response from When I Work
Hi Mandi! Tiffany here with When I Work Customer Care. The app only captures an employee's location at the time of Clock In and Clock Out. It does not...Read more
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