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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (74.2% of reviews)
Mid-Market (49.4% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
£22.00 Per Month
$1 per user/per month
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
(82)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (49.4% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
$1 per user/per month
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AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Breathe excels in providing a user-friendly experience, with many users appreciating its clean and intuitive interface. One user highlighted how it has streamlined HR processes, making it easier to track holidays and sickness.
- Users say that Pause stands out for its simplicity in managing leave requests, allowing employees to easily apply for time off and track their vacation days. Reviewers noted the effective categorization of leave types, which helps in maintaining clarity and organization.
- According to verified reviews, Breathe has a strong presence in the small business market, with a significant portion of its users benefiting from its comprehensive HR functionalities. Users have praised its ability to keep all employee records in one place, which enhances administrative efficiency.
- Reviewers mention that Pause offers a higher level of support and ease of setup compared to Breathe. Users have expressed satisfaction with the quick implementation process and the ability to manage team approvals seamlessly, which reduces the time spent on administrative tasks.
- G2 reviewers highlight that while Breathe has a larger number of reviews, indicating a broader user base, Pause has received higher ratings in specific areas like ease of use and quality of support. This suggests that users of Pause feel more satisfied with their day-to-day interactions with the software.
- Users report that both products have their strengths, but Breathe's overall functionality and pricing are appealing for small businesses, while Pause's detailed tracking and management features cater well to mid-market companies looking for efficiency in leave management.
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
Pause
Business
$1
per user/per month
Lifetime pricing. No additional costs. Comes with 3 months of free trial.
Free Trial
Breathe
Free Trial is available
Pause
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.5
526
9.0
42
Ease of Use
8.8
530
9.5
43
Ease of Setup
8.5
399
9.4
9
Ease of Admin
8.7
409
9.8
8
Quality of Support
8.5
419
9.3
38
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.7
369
9.8
8
Product Direction (% positive)
8.9
504
8.2
32
Features by Category
Core HR
8.4
344
Not enough data
8.0
291
Not enough data
6.5
228
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.6
265
Not enough data
7.2
232
Not enough data
Generative AI
6.9
89
Not enough data
Platform
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
6.3
216
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.1
336
Not enough data
8.2
317
Not enough data
7.6
272
Not enough data
7.6
315
Not enough data
8.3
343
Not enough data
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
Platform Basics
Feature Not Available
9.1
25
8.4
291
9.1
28
Feature Not Available
9.2
22
8.4
275
8.9
21
Platform Functionality
Feature Not Available
8.7
22
7.7
243
9.3
25
Platform Data
7.9
270
9.0
22
Feature Not Available
9.4
26
7.9
263
8.8
21
8.1
277
9.1
22
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
Not enough data
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
Not enough data
6.3
216
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.1
336
Not enough data
8.2
317
Not enough data
7.6
272
Not enough data
7.6
315
Not enough data
8.3
343
Not enough data
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 Pause are categorized as Absence Management
Unique Categories
Breathe is categorized as Time & Attendance, Employee Scheduling, Time Tracking, Core HR, Workforce Management, and HCM Software
Pause has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Breathe
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Pause
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%
Financial Services
41.8%
Information Technology and Services
16.5%
Design
15.2%
Online Media
5.1%
Computer Software
5.1%
Other
16.5%
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
C
1 Comment
Official Response from Breathe
Hi Annemarie,
Thank you for your suggestion. We'll certainly feed this back to the team.
Thanks! 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
Pause has no discussions with answers
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