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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (50.7% of reviews)
Mid-Market (74.9% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Contact Us Per Year
No pricing available
Employee Navigator
Star Rating
(156)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (50.7% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Contact Us Per Year
Browse all 4 pricing plansPaycom
Star Rating
(1,578)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (74.9% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Paycom excels in providing a comprehensive solution for managing the entire employee lifecycle, with users appreciating features like the Report Center that allows for customizable reporting. This integration helps streamline processes from recruiting to payroll, which many find invaluable for compliance and efficiency.
- Users say that Employee Navigator stands out for its user-friendly interface, making it easy for employees to navigate tasks like enrollment and benefits management. Reviewers highlight the seamless integration with payroll systems, which reduces manual work and enhances the overall user experience.
- According to verified reviews, Paycom's design is praised for its simplicity and ease of use, with many users noting that they rarely encounter difficulties in finding information or completing tasks. This intuitive design contributes to a smoother daily workflow for HR professionals.
- Reviewers mention that Employee Navigator's customer service is a significant strength, with many users expressing satisfaction with the support they receive. This level of service is particularly appreciated in small business environments where personalized assistance can make a big difference.
- G2 reviewers highlight that while Paycom has a higher overall satisfaction score, Employee Navigator receives slightly better ratings in areas like ease of setup and quality of support. Users of Employee Navigator often feel more comfortable making changes independently, which can reduce the burden on HR teams.
- Users report that Paycom's robust features for time, attendance, and PTO management are particularly beneficial, with many finding these tools effective for tracking employee hours and managing leave requests. In contrast, Employee Navigator's performance in this area is seen as less comprehensive, which may be a consideration for businesses with more complex needs.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Employee Navigator
Enhanced
Contact Us
Per Year
- Online enrollment
- Carrier, payroll & TPA integrations
- Enrollment forms library
Paycom
No pricing availableFree Trial
Employee Navigator
No trial information availablePaycom
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
8.9
140
8.7
1,261
Ease of Use
9.0
141
8.5
1,278
Ease of Setup
8.7
119
7.9
724
Ease of Admin
9.1
120
8.3
732
Quality of Support
9.2
132
8.5
1,163
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.4
117
8.4
728
Product Direction (% positive)
9.1
137
8.1
1,220
Features by Category
Core HR
8.8
27
8.5
396
6.8
29
8.8
437
Feature Not Available
7.9
274
8.2
24
8.4
313
8.4
26
8.6
367
9.5
29
8.6
403
Generative AI
7.7
14
Feature Not Available
Platform
7.6
92
8.1
555
8.2
89
7.4
407
Feature Not Available
7.8
303
8.9
94
8.6
567
9.2
94
8.8
556
8.5
86
8.8
544
8.3
94
8.6
555
8.8
92
8.6
566
Expense Reports
Not enough data
8.8
173
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
137
|
Verified
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.0
150
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.1
184
|
Verified
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.2
112
|
Verified
Agentic AI - Expense Management
Not enough data
6.9
17
Not enough data
6.7
17
Travel Management
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Client Invoicing
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.9
179
|
Verified
Mobile
Not enough data
9.2
147
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.0
139
|
Verified
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Platform
Not enough data
8.2
97
Not enough data
8.4
109
|
Verified
Administration
Not enough data
8.8
105
|
Verified
Administration
Not enough data
8.4
212
Not enough data
8.6
241
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
247
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
226
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
253
|
Verified
Platform
Not enough data
8.7
265
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
207
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.0
157
Not enough data
8.9
250
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
251
|
Verified
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Employee Self Service
Not enough data
9.2
877
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.7
758
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.0
816
|
Verified
Administration
Not enough data
9.1
809
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
828
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.4
856
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
532
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.1
781
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
669
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.0
766
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.2
765
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.2
761
|
Verified
Taxes
Not enough data
9.0
781
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
720
|
Verified
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Integration
Not enough data
8.1
489
Not enough data
8.6
599
Not enough data
8.2
499
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Platform
Not enough data
8.7
762
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
774
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
813
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
723
|
Verified
Benefits Administration Platform Features
9.2
117
8.8
86
9.0
114
8.8
84
8.4
108
Feature Not Available
8.2
109
8.8
84
7.9
99
8.2
75
8.8
111
9.0
85
8.3
106
8.6
79
7.9
97
8.6
80
Benefits Administration Platform Features
9.2
117
8.8
86
9.0
114
8.8
84
8.4
108
Feature Not Available
8.2
109
8.8
84
7.9
99
8.2
75
8.8
111
9.0
85
8.3
106
8.6
79
8.9
98
8.7
49
7.9
97
8.6
80
8.3
98
7.7
58
7.6
65
7.5
59
7.9
67
8.8
64
Generative AI
7.2
66
Feature Not Available
7.7
66
Feature Not Available
7.0
63
Feature Not Available
Platform
7.6
92
8.1
555
8.2
89
7.4
407
Feature Not Available
7.8
303
8.9
94
8.6
567
9.2
94
8.8
556
8.5
86
8.8
544
8.3
94
8.6
555
8.8
92
8.6
566
Core Conversational Capabilities - AI Chatbots
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Interaction
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Task & Flow Management - AI Chatbots
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Learning
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Deployment & Embedding - AI Chatbots
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Content Generation
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Admin & Configuration - AI Chatbots
Not enough data
Not enough data
System
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - AI Chatbots
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Monitoring & Improvement - AI Chatbots
Not enough data
Not enough data
Reliability & Safety - AI Chatbots
Not enough data
Not enough data
Automation
Not enough data
8.8
313
Logistics
Not enough data
8.7
316
Not enough data
8.8
304
Not enough data
8.3
265
Management
Not enough data
8.1
248
Not enough data
8.4
275
Not enough data
8.5
310
Not enough data
9.0
348
Not enough data
8.9
344
Not enough data
9.2
355
Not enough data
8.9
312
Monitoring
Not enough data
8.5
257
Not enough data
8.7
296
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Processing
Not enough data
8.3
7
Not enough data
8.3
7
Not enough data
8.1
7
Not enough data
8.3
7
Compliance
Not enough data
8.6
7
Not enough data
7.4
7
Not enough data
8.6
7
Integration
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.3
7
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Reporting
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.3
7
Not enough data
8.3
7
Customization
Not enough data
8.7
38
Not enough data
8.7
35
HR Content
Not enough data
8.5
38
Not enough data
8.6
38
Not enough data
8.8
39
Logistics
Not enough data
9.0
38
Not enough data
9.2
39
Not enough data
7.5
34
Management
Not enough data
7.6
33
Not enough data
8.5
36
Not enough data
7.8
36
Not enough data
8.5
39
Not enough data
8.7
38
Generative AI
Not enough data
7.3
29
Not enough data
7.3
29
Basics
Not enough data
9.1
9
Not enough data
9.1
9
Content
Not enough data
8.7
9
Not enough data
8.3
9
Not enough data
8.1
8
Performance
Not enough data
8.8
8
Not enough data
8.8
7
Not enough data
8.3
7
Training & eLearning
Not enough data
8.8
106
Not enough data
8.8
122
Not enough data
8.6
106
Not enough data
8.6
130
Not enough data
8.7
123
Not enough data
8.7
129
Platform Basics
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.9
77
Platform Data
Not enough data
8.6
74
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.8
75
Platform Content
Not enough data
8.5
73
Not enough data
8.1
70
Not enough data
8.1
70
Generative AI
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Background Check Administration
Not enough data
8.4
244
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
140
Not enough data
8.9
143
Background Check Data
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.8
151
Background Check Additional Functionality
Not enough data
8.5
126
Not enough data
9.0
144
Not enough data
8.9
131
AI Insight Check - Background Check
Not enough data
6.7
21
AI Investigation and Verification - Background Check
Not enough data
6.7
21
Training & eLearning
Not enough data
8.8
122
Not enough data
8.7
105
Not enough data
8.6
130
Not enough data
8.7
123
Training & eLearning
Not enough data
8.6
106
Not enough data
8.7
129
Agentic AI - Course Authoring
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Training & eLearning
Not enough data
8.6
130
Not enough data
8.7
129
Platform Basics
Not enough data
8.7
18
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.9
18
Platform Content
Not enough data
8.8
16
Not enough data
8.4
16
Not enough data
8.5
16
Platform Additional Functionality
Not enough data
8.9
16
Not enough data
9.2
16
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.0
16
Not enough data
8.2
16
Not enough data
8.3
16
Platform
7.6
92
8.1
555
8.2
89
7.4
407
Feature Not Available
7.8
303
8.9
94
8.6
567
9.2
94
8.8
556
8.5
86
8.8
544
8.3
94
8.6
555
8.8
92
8.6
566
Platform Basics
Not enough data
8.9
66
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.0
68
Platform Content
Not enough data
9.1
69
Not enough data
9.2
68
Not enough data
8.7
67
Not enough data
9.1
68
Platform Additional Functionality
Not enough data
9.2
68
Not enough data
9.2
66
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Platform Performance
Not enough data
8.9
68
Not enough data
8.9
63
Generative AI
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Platform
Not enough data
8.7
200
Not enough data
8.5
198
Not enough data
8.8
224
Not enough data
9.0
309
Not enough data
8.9
237
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.7
265
Not enough data
8.9
265
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Benchmarking and Equity - Compensation Management
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.2
79
Not enough data
8.2
83
Platform
7.6
92
8.1
555
8.2
89
7.4
407
Feature Not Available
7.8
303
8.9
94
8.6
567
9.2
94
8.8
556
8.5
86
8.8
544
8.3
94
8.6
555
8.8
92
8.6
566
Platform Content
Not enough data
8.1
20
Not enough data
8.1
20
Not enough data
8.1
21
Platform Basics
Not enough data
8.2
21
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.3
21
Platform Additional Functionality
Not enough data
8.3
20
Not enough data
8.3
20
Not enough data
8.7
21
Platform Basics
Not enough data
8.8
14
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.4
13
Platform Content
Not enough data
9.2
12
Not enough data
9.2
12
Not enough data
9.2
12
Platform Additional Functionality
Not enough data
9.2
12
Not enough data
9.3
14
Not enough data
9.2
12
Not enough data
9.0
13
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.2
12
Not enough data
9.1
11
Platform Basics
Not enough data
8.5
44
Not enough data
8.6
44
Not enough data
8.7
45
Platform Content
Not enough data
8.7
43
Not enough data
8.4
41
Not enough data
8.4
42
Platform Additional Functionality
Not enough data
8.3
41
Not enough data
8.8
43
Not enough data
8.3
41
Not enough data
8.5
41
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Performance reviews
Not enough data
8.2
125
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
95
Not enough data
8.6
142
|
Verified
Goals
Not enough data
8.3
133
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.3
82
Feedback
Not enough data
8.5
86
Not enough data
8.0
69
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Data
Not enough data
8.5
154
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.7
143
|
Verified
Agentic AI - Performance Management
Not enough data
7.0
33
Not enough data
6.8
32
Payments
Not enough data
7.9
25
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Financial wellness
Not enough data
7.3
23
Not enough data
7.8
24
Not enough data
8.1
24
Administration
Not enough data
8.3
25
Not enough data
8.6
25
Not enough data
9.0
24
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Generative AI
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
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
Platform - Compensation Planning
Not enough data
8.2
20
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.4
19
Not enough data
8.5
20
Not enough data
8.5
20
Additional Features - Compensation Planning
Not enough data
8.6
20
Not enough data
8.3
21
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Agentic AI - Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)
Not enough data
6.8
37
Not enough data
6.7
37
Not enough data
6.8
38
Sourcing
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.3
270
Not enough data
7.6
46
Not enough data
7.9
50
Not enough data
7.7
48
Candidate Management - Applicant Tracking System
Not enough data
8.4
251
Not enough data
7.9
46
Not enough data
8.1
48
Not enough data
7.0
44
Not enough data
7.1
44
Not enough data
7.4
44
Not enough data
7.6
46
Platform
7.6
92
8.1
555
8.2
89
7.4
407
Feature Not Available
7.8
303
8.9
94
8.6
567
9.2
94
8.8
556
8.5
86
8.8
544
8.3
94
8.6
555
8.8
92
8.6
566
AI - Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)
Not enough data
6.8
37
Not enough data
6.9
38
Not enough data
6.7
37
Agentic AI - Onboarding
Not enough data
6.8
50
Not enough data
6.9
50
Not enough data
6.8
50
Not enough data
6.8
49
Not enough data
6.9
50
Platform Content
Not enough data
8.5
420
Not enough data
8.8
452
Not enough data
9.0
458
Not enough data
8.5
339
Not enough data
8.4
340
Not enough data
8.4
326
Platform Additional Functionality
Not enough data
9.0
497
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.4
364
Not enough data
8.8
422
Not enough data
8.8
450
Platform Data
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.8
375
Not enough data
8.6
273
Platform
7.6
92
8.1
555
8.2
89
7.4
407
Feature Not Available
7.8
303
8.9
94
8.6
567
9.2
94
8.8
556
8.5
86
8.8
544
8.3
94
8.6
555
8.8
92
8.6
566
Recruiting and Onboarding
Not enough data
8.2
333
Not enough data
8.8
481
Agentic AI - Accounting & Finance
Not enough data
Not enough data
Conversational Automation - AI Agents for HR
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Task Automation - AI Agents for HR
Not enough data
Not enough data
Predictive Analytics - AI Agents for HR
Not enough data
Not enough data
Compliance & Policy - AI Agents for HR
Not enough data
Not enough data
Multi‑System Integration - AI Agents for HR
Not enough data
Not enough data
Proactive Intervention - AI Agents for HR
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agent Governance - AI Agents for HR
Not enough data
Not enough data
Talent Acquisition & Recruitment - AI Agents for HR
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Course Authoring
Not enough data
8.6
94
Not enough data
8.7
92
Not enough data
8.9
98
Not enough data
8.6
82
Course Delivery
Not enough data
8.9
106
Not enough data
8.9
111
Not enough data
9.1
95
Course Management
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.8
86
Not enough data
8.8
90
Not enough data
8.9
74
LMS Marketplace
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Interface
Not enough data
8.9
76
Not enough data
8.6
77
Training & eLearning
Not enough data
8.8
106
Not enough data
8.8
122
Not enough data
8.6
106
Not enough data
8.7
105
Not enough data
8.6
130
Not enough data
8.7
123
Not enough data
8.7
129
Generative AI
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Agentic AI - Corporate Learning Management Systems
Not enough data
6.7
10
Not enough data
6.7
10
Time Tracking
Not enough data
9.0
144
Not enough data
8.1
127
Not enough data
7.5
111
Client Invoicing
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.9
179
|
Verified
Mobile Time Tracking
Not enough data
8.7
121
Administration
Not enough data
8.4
212
Not enough data
8.6
241
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
247
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
226
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
253
|
Verified
Platform
Not enough data
8.7
265
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
207
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.0
157
Not enough data
8.9
250
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
251
|
Verified
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Agentic AI - AI Agents
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
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
7.6
92
8.1
555
8.2
89
7.4
407
Feature Not Available
7.8
303
8.9
94
8.6
567
9.2
94
8.8
556
8.5
86
8.8
544
8.3
94
8.6
555
8.8
92
8.6
566
Platform
7.6
92
8.1
555
8.2
89
7.4
407
Feature Not Available
7.8
303
8.9
94
8.6
567
9.2
94
8.8
556
8.5
86
8.8
544
8.3
94
8.6
555
8.8
92
8.6
566
Workforce Management Platform Features
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.6
169
Not enough data
9.1
269
Not enough data
8.9
258
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.6
195
Not enough data
9.1
250
Not enough data
8.6
171
Not enough data
8.8
188
Platform
7.6
92
8.1
555
8.2
89
7.4
407
Feature Not Available
7.8
303
8.9
94
8.6
567
9.2
94
8.8
556
8.5
86
8.8
544
8.3
94
8.6
555
8.8
92
8.6
566
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Employee Navigator and Paycom are categorized as Benefits Administration and Core HR
Unique Categories
Employee Navigator has no unique categories
Paycom is categorized as Compensation Planning, Training Management Systems, Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), Time Tracking, AI Chatbots, Background Check, Employee Scheduling, Benefits Support, Expense Management, Corporate Learning Management Systems, Multi-Country Payroll, HCM Software, HR Service Delivery, Earned Wage Access, Compensation Management, Job Search Sites, Career Management, Workforce Management, Course Authoring, HR Compliance, Performance Management, Time & Attendance, eLearning Content, Payroll, Microlearning Platforms, Onboarding, Harassment Prevention Training, and AI Agents for HR
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Employee Navigator
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Paycom
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
Insurance
57.4%
Financial Services
3.4%
Human Resources
2.7%
Hospital & Health Care
2.7%
Non-Profit Organization Management
2.0%
Other
31.8%
Non-Profit Organization Management
7.6%
Hospital & Health Care
6.7%
Information Technology and Services
4.2%
Retail
3.1%
Health, Wellness and Fitness
2.9%
Other
75.5%
Discussions
How Much Does Employee Navigator cost?
1 Comment
KB
There are different plan options. I use the Elite which is around $800 per month. This has the PTO , onboarding and task management. If you don't need...Read more
How do I run reports in employee Navigator?
1 Comment
KB
There are lots of great canned reports under the report tab. I also really like the column based and row reports. These let you customize what you want to...Read more
Employee Navigator has no more discussions with answers
What kind of employee training does Paycom provide and what’s the implementation process?
3 Comments
AL
"Paycom reps have shown up on-site and given training. However, on the business side of things, they can be lacking. The reference guides kind of miss the...Read more
What is your experience with the software?
2 Comments
AG
Our experience was positive. Coming from ADP, Paycom was a complete package and simplified our systems. We've definitely saved a lot of money that way....Read more
Has anyone used the Expense management tool? Has it served to be useful?
2 Comments
DL
Multi project management is a crucial part of running a successful business. Companies https://www.epicflow.com/features/competence-management/ are often...Read more
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