Compare Employment Hero and HR4

At a Glance
Employment Hero
Employment Hero
Star Rating
(863)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (56.8% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Free Trial is available
Learn more about Employment Hero
HR4
HR4
Star Rating
(31)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (61.5% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about HR4
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • G2 reviewers report that HR4 excels in providing a highly supportive user experience, with many praising its chatbot assistance and human support options that help users navigate the platform effectively. This personal touch has been highlighted as a significant advantage during the initial setup process.
  • Users say that Employment Hero is recognized for its intuitive design, making it easy for both employees and employers to use. Reviewers appreciate how it streamlines HR processes, particularly in managing time and attendance, which has been described as a game changer for organizations.
  • According to verified reviews, HR4 stands out for its user-friendly interface that organizes HR tasks in one place, allowing easy access to employee records. Users have noted that the reporting and analytics features provide valuable insights into attendance and performance, enhancing overall HR management.
  • Reviewers mention that while Employment Hero offers a range of features, some users feel it can be less effective in reducing administrative burdens compared to HR4. Feedback indicates that HR4's streamlined processes help eliminate paperwork, making it easier for managers to focus on their teams.
  • G2 reviewers highlight that HR4's implementation process is notably quick and straightforward, with users appreciating the availability of resources to assist managers. This contrasts with Employment Hero, where some users have found the setup to be more challenging and less intuitive.
  • Users report that while both platforms cater to mid-market businesses, HR4 has a stronger presence in this segment, with a higher satisfaction score. This suggests that HR4 may be better suited for organizations looking for tailored solutions that meet specific HR needs.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Employment Hero
No pricing available
HR4
No pricing available
Free Trial
Employment Hero
Free Trial is available
HR4
No trial information available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.2
659
9.2
21
Ease of Use
8.4
708
9.0
21
Ease of Setup
7.7
588
9.3
14
Ease of Admin
8.2
531
8.8
12
Quality of Support
7.9
640
9.7
21
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.2
530
9.6
13
Product Direction (% positive)
8.8
643
10.0
19
Features by Category
Core HR
7.8
366
9.3
7
7.6
353
9.5
7
6.2
327
Not enough data
7.0
334
Not enough data
8.0
370
9.7
6
6.6
336
Feature Not Available
Generative AI
5.4
123
Not enough data
Platform
6.9
455
9.2
8
6.4
414
9.7
5
6.1
398
8.9
6
7.6
456
8.9
9
8.1
447
9.2
8
8.3
440
9.4
8
7.6
451
9.5
7
7.9
451
8.5
9
7.8
364
Not enough data
Employee Self Service
8.6
340
Not enough data
7.1
319
Not enough data
8.2
338
Not enough data
Administration
8.5
334
Not enough data
8.2
328
Not enough data
7.9
321
Not enough data
7.2
313
Not enough data
7.9
317
Not enough data
7.5
299
Not enough data
8.3
317
Not enough data
7.1
284
Not enough data
6.8
281
Not enough data
Taxes
8.4
315
Not enough data
8.2
311
Not enough data
7.7
245
Not enough data
Integration
6.9
287
Not enough data
7.3
286
Not enough data
7.0
294
Not enough data
7.1
293
Not enough data
Platform
7.9
305
Not enough data
8.1
306
Not enough data
8.3
307
Not enough data
8.4
303
Not enough data
Benefits AdministrationHide 31 FeaturesShow 31 Features
7.3
499
Not enough data
Benefits Administration Platform Features
7.8
70
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
6.5
49
Not enough data
8.1
53
Not enough data
7.3
49
Not enough data
7.7
53
Not enough data
7.4
48
Not enough data
7.1
48
Not enough data
Benefits Administration Platform Features
7.8
70
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
6.5
49
Not enough data
8.1
53
Not enough data
7.3
49
Not enough data
7.7
53
Not enough data
7.4
48
Not enough data
8.0
29
Not enough data
7.1
48
Not enough data
7.1
49
Not enough data
6.4
41
Not enough data
7.5
44
Not enough data
Generative AI
6.5
40
Not enough data
6.5
41
Not enough data
5.3
25
Not enough data
Platform
6.9
455
9.2
8
6.4
414
9.7
5
6.1
398
8.9
6
7.6
456
8.9
9
8.1
447
9.2
8
8.3
440
9.4
8
7.6
451
9.5
7
7.9
451
8.5
9
7.7
221
Not enough data
Automation
7.6
194
Not enough data
Logistics
7.6
192
Not enough data
7.5
190
Not enough data
7.2
177
Not enough data
Management
7.1
187
Not enough data
7.4
187
Not enough data
8.2
204
Not enough data
8.2
200
Not enough data
8.2
199
Not enough data
8.7
204
Not enough data
7.7
190
Not enough data
Monitoring
7.3
156
Not enough data
7.9
192
Not enough data
7.6
189
Not enough data
Candidate Relationship ManagementHide 19 FeaturesShow 19 Features
Not enough data
9.4
12
Basics
Not enough data
9.8
7
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
9.3
7
Additional Functionality
Not enough data
9.7
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
8.7
5
Content
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
8.3
5
Recruiting and Onboarding
8.7
13
9.4
6
6.8
229
9.0
8
9.1
16
9.5
7
Platform
6.9
455
9.2
8
6.4
414
9.7
5
6.1
398
8.9
6
7.6
456
8.9
9
8.1
447
9.2
8
8.3
440
9.4
8
7.6
451
9.5
7
7.9
451
8.5
9
8.0
498
Not enough data
Platform Functionality
8.7
13
9.4
6
9.0
16
Not enough data
6.8
229
9.0
8
9.1
16
9.5
7
Agentic AI - Recruiting Automation
7.4
13
Not enough data
7.7
13
Not enough data
7.8
13
Not enough data
7.8
13
Not enough data
7.7
13
Not enough data
7.8
13
Not enough data
7.9
13
Not enough data
Platform
6.9
455
9.2
8
6.4
414
9.7
5
6.1
398
8.9
6
7.6
456
8.9
9
8.1
447
9.2
8
8.3
440
9.4
8
7.6
451
9.5
7
7.9
451
8.5
9
7.5
119
Not enough data
Platform Basics
7.7
107
Not enough data
8.1
105
Not enough data
8.1
97
Not enough data
Platform Content
7.5
94
Not enough data
7.4
74
Not enough data
7.5
98
Not enough data
Platform Additional Functionality
6.8
73
Not enough data
8.0
98
Not enough data
6.3
93
Not enough data
7.8
102
Not enough data
6.8
97
Not enough data
Performance ManagementHide 13 FeaturesShow 13 Features
7.1
217
9.3
6
Performance reviews
7.4
173
Not enough data
7.3
191
9.3
5
7.6
182
Not enough data
Goals
7.3
176
Not enough data
7.2
174
Feature Not Available
Feedback
7.5
176
Not enough data
7.4
170
Feature Not Available
7.3
180
Feature Not Available
7.9
180
Not enough data
Data
7.6
144
Not enough data
7.5
176
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Performance Management
5.4
31
Not enough data
5.5
32
Not enough data
6.6
132
Not enough data
Reports
6.7
118
Not enough data
7.0
123
Not enough data
7.1
123
Not enough data
7.5
124
Not enough data
Cleaning
7.1
121
Not enough data
6.9
117
Not enough data
7.6
119
Not enough data
Generative AI
5.5
70
Not enough data
5.7
70
Not enough data
5.4
69
Not enough data
Employer of Record (EOR)Hide 5 FeaturesShow 5 Features
6.4
60
Not enough data
Compatability
6.7
55
Not enough data
6.5
55
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Benefits
6.4
55
Not enough data
6.2
54
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
6.4
19
Not enough data
Generative AI
7.1
17
Not enough data
Recruitment Platform - Recruitment Platforms
7.0
19
Not enough data
6.5
17
Not enough data
6.5
18
Not enough data
7.2
18
Not enough data
6.0
17
Not enough data
7.2
17
Not enough data
Recruitment AI - Recruitment Platforms
6.5
17
Not enough data
6.2
17
Not enough data
6.0
16
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Recruitment Platforms
5.5
16
Not enough data
5.5
16
Not enough data
5.7
16
Not enough data
3.8
6
Not enough data
Resource Planning - Workforce Planning
3.0
5
Not enough data
2.7
5
Not enough data
2.7
5
Not enough data
2.7
5
Not enough data
Human Resources - Workforce Planning
4.7
5
Not enough data
3.0
5
Not enough data
5.3
6
Not enough data
6.1
6
Not enough data
Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)Hide 26 FeaturesShow 26 Features
7.0
493
9.1
12
Agentic AI - Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)
6.1
12
Not enough data
6.0
12
Not enough data
5.7
12
Not enough data
Sourcing
6.9
89
9.3
10
7.1
86
9.4
8
6.8
14
Not enough data
7.8
19
Not enough data
7.3
15
Not enough data
Candidate Management - Applicant Tracking System
7.6
85
8.9
9
8.1
15
Not enough data
8.3
15
Not enough data
7.6
14
Not enough data
6.4
13
Not enough data
6.5
13
Not enough data
6.7
15
Not enough data
Platform
6.9
455
9.2
8
6.4
414
9.7
5
6.1
398
8.9
6
7.6
456
8.9
9
8.1
447
9.2
8
8.3
440
9.4
8
7.6
451
9.5
7
7.9
451
8.5
9
AI - Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)
6.7
13
Not enough data
7.1
14
Not enough data
7.1
15
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Onboarding
5.6
45
Not enough data
5.5
45
Not enough data
5.6
45
Not enough data
5.8
44
Not enough data
5.7
46
Not enough data
Platform Content
7.5
273
9.4
8
7.5
278
8.7
9
8.2
281
9.4
8
6.5
243
8.5
9
7.9
273
9.6
8
7.7
275
9.4
8
Platform Additional Functionality
8.4
284
9.3
10
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.7
257
9.0
7
7.8
282
9.2
10
8.2
286
9.3
10
Platform Data
Feature Not Available
8.9
6
7.7
269
9.2
6
7.5
258
9.4
6
Platform
6.9
455
9.2
8
6.4
414
9.7
5
6.1
398
8.9
6
7.6
456
8.9
9
8.1
447
9.2
8
8.3
440
9.4
8
7.6
451
9.5
7
7.9
451
8.5
9
Recruiting and Onboarding
6.8
229
9.0
8
8.4
284
9.4
9
Corporate Learning Management SystemsHide 28 FeaturesShow 28 Features
Not enough data
Not enough data
Course Authoring
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Course Delivery
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Course Management
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
LMS Marketplace
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Interface
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Training & eLearning
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
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Corporate Learning Management Systems
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
7.3
499
Not enough data
Platform Basics
7.2
123
Not enough data
7.4
129
Not enough data
6.3
120
Not enough data
Platform Content
7.6
174
Not enough data
7.4
171
Not enough data
7.2
168
Not enough data
6.2
117
Not enough data
Platform Additional Functionality
7.0
117
Not enough data
7.2
168
Not enough data
7.8
175
Not enough data
6.7
124
Not enough data
Platform
6.9
455
9.2
8
6.4
414
9.7
5
6.1
398
8.9
6
7.6
456
8.9
9
8.1
447
9.2
8
8.3
440
9.4
8
7.6
451
9.5
7
7.9
451
8.5
9
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform Basics
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform Content
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 Performance
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform Additional Functionality
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform
6.9
455
9.2
8
6.4
414
9.7
5
6.1
398
8.9
6
7.6
456
8.9
9
8.1
447
9.2
8
8.3
440
9.4
8
7.6
451
9.5
7
7.9
451
8.5
9
7.2
530
Not enough data
Platform
6.9
455
9.2
8
6.4
414
9.7
5
6.1
398
8.9
6
7.6
456
8.9
9
8.1
447
9.2
8
8.3
440
9.4
8
7.6
451
9.5
7
7.9
451
8.5
9
Workforce Management Platform Features
6.3
176
Not enough data
6.4
187
Not enough data
7.0
195
Not enough data
8.1
218
Not enough data
6.9
184
Not enough data
6.3
177
Not enough data
7.0
184
Not enough data
7.7
192
Not enough data
6.3
175
Not enough data
7.1
189
Not enough data
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Employment Hero
Employment Hero
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
42.5%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
56.8%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
0.7%
HR4
HR4
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
23.1%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
61.5%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
15.4%
Reviewers' Industry
Employment Hero
Employment Hero
Construction
6.8%
Hospital & Health Care
5.9%
Manufacturing
5.2%
Information Technology and Services
5.1%
Retail
5.1%
Other
71.8%
HR4
HR4
Automotive
76.9%
Staffing and Recruiting
7.7%
Transportation/Trucking/Railroad
3.8%
Textiles
3.8%
Hospital & Health Care
3.8%
Other
3.8%
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Discussions
Employment Hero
Employment Hero Discussions
How safe is employment hero?
3 Comments
TM
Employment Hero is extremely safe. Our organisation wouldn't use them if they weren'tRead more
What does SaaS stand for?
2 Comments
Official Response from Employment Hero
SaaS stands for “Software as a Service“. A SaaS is a third-party provider that makes software available to you through the internet, instead of sending you...Read more
What does Employment Hero do?
2 Comments
Rosie M.
RM
Employment Hero is an end-to-end people management platform that covers every aspect of the employee lifecycle, from recruitment and onboarding to...Read more
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HR4 Discussions
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