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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (74.2% of reviews)
Small-Business (48.3% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
£22.00 Per Month
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Breathe
Star Rating
(603)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (74.2% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
£22.00 Per Month
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Star Rating
(409)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (48.3% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that GoCo excels in user experience, particularly highlighting its intuitive interface and embedded payroll features. Users appreciate how the built-in time and attendance application enhances the overall functionality, making it a favorite among small businesses.
- According to verified reviews, Breathe is praised for its user-friendliness, especially among those who may not be tech-savvy. Reviewers mention that it effectively keeps all employee records in one place, simplifying tasks like tracking holidays and sickness.
- Users say that GoCo's onboarding experience is particularly strong, with workflows that help standardize processes effectively. This has been noted as a significant advantage for mid-market and growing small businesses looking for a streamlined HR solution.
- Reviewers mention that while Breathe offers a wide range of functionality at an attractive price point, it sometimes lacks the advanced features that larger organizations might require. However, its simplicity and ease of use make it a solid choice for small businesses.
- G2 reviewers highlight GoCo's high-quality support, with many users noting the responsiveness and helpfulness of the support team. This level of service contributes to a more positive overall experience compared to Breathe, which has received mixed feedback regarding support quality.
- According to recent user feedback, GoCo's focus on automation and paperless processes is a standout feature, making it a modern choice for businesses looking to enhance efficiency. In contrast, while Breathe is effective for basic HR tasks, it may not offer the same level of automation that some users desire.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Breathe
Core HR Micro (1-10 employees)
£22.00
Per Month
Discount available on an annual subscription. Price per organisation not per user.
- Core HR
GoCo
Core
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Core helps businesses move essential HR tasks from disparate or outdated systems to a streamlined, digital platform—offering the core tools needed without the extra complexity.
- Employee Database
- Onboarding & Offboarding
- HR Documents & eSignature
Free Trial
Breathe
Free Trial is available
GoCo
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.5
526
9.0
343
Ease of Use
8.8
530
9.2
350
Ease of Setup
8.5
399
8.5
236
Ease of Admin
8.7
409
8.8
240
Quality of Support
8.5
419
9.2
327
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.7
369
9.0
242
Product Direction (% positive)
8.9
504
9.1
341
Features by Category
Core HR
8.4
344
8.8
199
8.0
291
8.6
190
6.5
228
7.2
107
Feature Not Available
8.0
137
7.6
265
8.6
158
7.2
232
8.8
189
Generative AI
6.9
89
Feature Not Available
Platform
Feature Not Available
8.2
204
6.3
216
7.5
143
Feature Not Available
7.5
127
8.1
336
8.7
220
8.2
317
8.6
208
7.6
272
8.4
182
7.6
315
8.1
203
8.3
343
8.6
215
Benefits Administration Platform Features
Not enough data
9.0
200
Not enough data
9.2
191
Not enough data
8.5
151
Not enough data
9.0
193
Not enough data
8.6
140
Not enough data
9.3
200
Not enough data
8.9
151
Not enough data
8.7
155
Benefits Administration Platform Features
Not enough data
9.0
200
Not enough data
9.2
191
Not enough data
8.5
151
Not enough data
9.0
193
Not enough data
8.6
140
Not enough data
9.3
200
Not enough data
8.9
151
Not enough data
9.2
169
Not enough data
8.7
155
Not enough data
8.4
116
Not enough data
7.6
45
Not enough data
8.1
56
Generative AI
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Platform
Feature Not Available
8.2
204
6.3
216
7.5
143
Feature Not Available
7.5
127
8.1
336
8.7
220
8.2
317
8.6
208
7.6
272
8.4
182
7.6
315
8.1
203
8.3
343
8.6
215
Automation
7.7
93
Not enough data
Logistics
8.1
117
Not enough data
7.8
110
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Management
7.2
90
Not enough data
7.6
96
Not enough data
8.7
120
Not enough data
8.4
119
Not enough data
8.3
117
Not enough data
8.5
122
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Monitoring
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.2
90
Not enough data
Basics
Not enough data
7.8
65
Not enough data
8.5
80
Not enough data
8.6
80
Not enough data
7.7
57
Data
Not enough data
8.2
90
Not enough data
8.0
87
Not enough data
8.1
82
Logistics
Not enough data
7.9
66
Not enough data
8.7
83
Agentic AI - Offboarding
Not enough data
5.7
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform Basics
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.4
291
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.4
275
Not enough data
Platform Functionality
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.7
243
Not enough data
Platform Data
7.9
270
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.9
263
Not enough data
8.1
277
Not enough data
Platform Basics
8.0
71
Not enough data
8.8
85
Not enough data
8.5
81
Not enough data
Platform Content
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Platform Additional Functionality
7.4
55
Not enough data
8.0
64
Not enough data
7.5
54
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.0
71
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
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 - Onboarding
Not enough data
8.0
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform Content
Not enough data
8.2
132
Not enough data
8.8
147
Not enough data
9.1
151
Not enough data
7.5
96
Not enough data
8.6
125
Not enough data
8.3
119
Platform Additional Functionality
Not enough data
8.8
139
Not enough data
7.8
96
Not enough data
7.7
99
Not enough data
8.7
139
Not enough data
8.9
142
Platform Data
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.5
118
Not enough data
8.8
114
Platform
Feature Not Available
8.2
204
6.3
216
7.5
143
Feature Not Available
7.5
127
8.1
336
8.7
220
8.2
317
8.6
208
7.6
272
8.4
182
7.6
315
8.1
203
8.3
343
8.6
215
Recruiting and Onboarding
Not enough data
7.0
77
Not enough data
9.0
140
Time Tracking
7.9
34
Not enough data
7.7
29
Not enough data
7.4
26
Not enough data
Client Invoicing
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Mobile Time Tracking
7.8
31
Not enough data
Administration
7.3
27
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.9
42
Not enough data
Platform
7.9
38
Not enough data
7.3
24
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.4
36
Not enough data
8.4
31
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Platform
Feature Not Available
8.2
204
6.3
216
7.5
143
Feature Not Available
7.5
127
8.1
336
8.7
220
8.2
317
8.6
208
7.6
272
8.4
182
7.6
315
8.1
203
8.3
343
8.6
215
Workforce Management Platform Features
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
6.8
92
Not enough data
7.6
112
Not enough data
8.9
157
Not enough data
7.5
119
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.2
126
Not enough data
6.8
89
Not enough data
7.3
119
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Breathe and GoCo are categorized as Core HR and HCM Software
Unique Categories
Breathe is categorized as Absence Management, Time & Attendance, Employee Scheduling, Time Tracking, and Workforce Management
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Breathe
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
GoCo
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
Non-Profit Organization Management
8.9%
Construction
5.7%
Marketing and Advertising
5.0%
Human Resources
4.9%
Information Technology and Services
4.4%
Other
71.1%
Hospital & Health Care
7.2%
Computer Software
7.0%
Non-Profit Organization Management
6.5%
Insurance
6.0%
Mental Health Care
4.8%
Other
68.5%
Discussions
Is there a BreatheHR app?
2 Comments
LG
Yes, there is a mobile app for BreatheHR
Apple app store: https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/breathe-people-portal/id1577351838
Android Google Play store:...Read more
How do i update the company branding in the top left of the platform?
1 Comment
CS
Hi Ryan, Only admins in the account can update company records if you are an admin then simply go to Configure > Settings > Details > Edit (pencil icon)....Read more
Admin Resetting user's Passwords
1 Comment
Official Response from Breathe
Hi Ed,
As the Admin you can reset a user's password by heading to the employee's profile > user access > reset. You can also do this from the 'Reset...Read more
Does GoCo support both salaried employees and 1099 contractors?
2 Comments
TC
Yes, GoCo does support both salaried and 1099 contractors through the onboarding process. I think of it as your new HR personnel record keeper. Read more
What makes GoCo different from other HR platforms?
2 Comments
LO
The big stand-out for GoCo is service! Each company gets a dedicated CSM (client service manager) along with a multitude of other team members that work...Read more
Did you ever use GoCo as a repository for your documents?
2 Comments
RD
Yes, Employers that keep records of immunization status, support orders, and other important documents.Read more
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