Compare ExponentHR and Paycom 
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (62.5% of reviews)
Mid-Market (74.8% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
No pricing available
ExponentHR
Star Rating
(16)3.8 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (62.5% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about ExponentHRPaycom
Star Rating
(6,267)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (74.8% 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 overall user satisfaction, receiving a significantly higher score compared to ExponentHR. Users appreciate its intuitive interface, stating it is "very simple and easy for employees to understand the process," which contributes to a smoother daily experience.
- According to verified reviews, Paycom's implementation process is praised for its efficiency, with many users highlighting how easy it is to navigate the system. In contrast, ExponentHR, while user-friendly, has fewer recent reviews, making it harder to gauge its current implementation effectiveness.
- Users say that Paycom provides comprehensive access to essential features, such as work schedules and tax information, all in one place. This level of accessibility is a key advantage for daily operations, whereas ExponentHR, while also user-friendly, may not offer the same breadth of features that Paycom does.
- Reviewers mention that Paycom's support quality is notably high, with a score reflecting users' satisfaction with assistance received. In comparison, ExponentHR's support is rated slightly lower, indicating that while it is adequate, there may be room for improvement in responsiveness and effectiveness.
- G2 reviewers highlight that Paycom's ease of use is a standout feature, with a score that reflects its user-friendly design. Users have noted that they can easily manage their attendance and access important documents, which enhances their overall experience. ExponentHR also receives positive feedback for its usability, but it does not match the same level of acclaim as Paycom.
- According to recent user feedback, both platforms are effective in managing employee attendance, but Paycom's overall functionality and user experience seem to resonate more with users. While ExponentHR is described as "very easy to use and explore," Paycom's comprehensive features and higher satisfaction ratings suggest it may be the better choice for organizations looking for a robust HR solution.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
ExponentHR
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ExponentHR
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No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
8.9
11
8.6
1,295
Ease of Use
8.2
12
9.1
3,852
Ease of Setup
Not enough data
7.8
747
Ease of Admin
Not enough data
8.3
750
Quality of Support
8.0
10
8.5
1,195
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Not enough data
8.3
746
Product Direction (% positive)
8.1
12
8.1
1,253
Features by Category
Core HR
8.5
10
8.5
399
9.2
10
8.8
440
8.3
5
7.9
274
Not enough data
8.4
314
8.6
7
8.6
367
8.9
9
8.6
406
Generative AI
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Platform
Not enough data
8.1
555
Not enough data
7.4
408
Not enough data
7.8
303
Not enough data
8.6
569
9.0
5
8.8
558
Not enough data
8.8
544
Not enough data
8.6
555
7.3
5
8.6
567
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
180
|
Verified
Generative AI - Expense Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
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
8.1
98
Not enough data
8.4
109
|
Verified
Administration
Not enough data
8.8
105
|
Verified
Administration
Not enough data
8.4
214
Not enough data
8.6
242
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
248
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
228
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
254
|
Verified
Platform
Not enough data
8.7
266
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.0
208
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.0
158
Not enough data
8.9
253
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
252
|
Verified
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Employee Self Service
Not enough data
9.2
887
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.7
765
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.0
825
|
Verified
Administration
Not enough data
9.1
820
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
835
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.4
865
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
536
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.1
787
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
675
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.0
772
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.2
770
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.2
765
|
Verified
Taxes
Not enough data
9.0
789
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
725
|
Verified
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Integration
Not enough data
8.1
494
Not enough data
8.6
601
Not enough data
8.2
501
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Platform
Not enough data
8.7
766
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
777
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
828
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
726
|
Verified
Benefits Administration Platform Features
Not enough data
8.9
87
Not enough data
8.8
85
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.8
84
Not enough data
8.2
75
Not enough data
9.0
86
Not enough data
8.6
80
Not enough data
8.6
81
Benefits Administration Platform Features
Not enough data
8.9
87
Not enough data
8.8
85
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.8
84
Not enough data
8.2
75
Not enough data
9.0
86
Not enough data
8.6
80
Not enough data
8.7
49
Not enough data
8.6
81
Not enough data
7.7
58
Not enough data
7.5
59
Not enough data
8.8
64
Generative AI
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Platform
Not enough data
8.1
555
Not enough data
7.4
408
Not enough data
7.8
303
Not enough data
8.6
569
9.0
5
8.8
558
Not enough data
8.8
544
Not enough data
8.6
555
7.3
5
8.6
567
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
314
Logistics
Not enough data
8.7
318
Not enough data
8.8
305
Not enough data
8.3
267
Management
Not enough data
8.2
250
Not enough data
8.4
278
Not enough data
8.5
311
Not enough data
9.0
350
Not enough data
8.9
346
Not enough data
9.2
356
Not enough data
8.9
313
Monitoring
Not enough data
8.5
258
Not enough data
8.7
297
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
39
Not enough data
8.8
36
HR Content
Not enough data
8.5
39
Not enough data
8.6
39
Not enough data
8.9
41
Logistics
Not enough data
9.0
39
Not enough data
9.2
41
Not enough data
7.5
35
Management
Not enough data
7.6
34
Not enough data
8.6
37
Not enough data
7.8
37
Not enough data
8.5
41
Not enough data
8.7
39
Generative AI
Not enough data
7.3
30
Not enough data
7.4
30
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
131
Not enough data
8.7
123
Not enough data
8.7
130
Platform Basics
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.9
78
Platform Data
Not enough data
8.6
74
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.8
76
Platform Content
Not enough data
8.5
74
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
245
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
141
Not enough data
8.9
144
Background Check Data
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.8
152
Background Check Additional Functionality
Not enough data
8.5
127
Not enough data
9.0
145
Not enough data
8.9
132
AI Insight Check - Background Check
Not enough data
6.8
22
AI Investigation and Verification - Background Check
Not enough data
6.8
22
Training & eLearning
Not enough data
8.8
122
Not enough data
8.7
105
Not enough data
8.6
131
Not enough data
8.7
123
Training & eLearning
Not enough data
8.6
106
Not enough data
8.7
130
Agentic AI - Course Authoring
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Training & eLearning
Not enough data
8.6
131
Not enough data
8.7
130
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
Not enough data
8.1
555
Not enough data
7.4
408
Not enough data
7.8
303
Not enough data
8.6
569
9.0
5
8.8
558
Not enough data
8.8
544
Not enough data
8.6
555
7.3
5
8.6
567
Platform Basics
Not enough data
9.0
67
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.0
69
Platform Content
Not enough data
9.1
70
Not enough data
9.2
69
Not enough data
8.7
68
Not enough data
9.1
69
Platform Additional Functionality
Not enough data
9.2
69
Not enough data
9.2
67
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Platform Performance
Not enough data
8.9
69
Not enough data
9.0
64
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
Not enough data
8.1
555
Not enough data
7.4
408
Not enough data
7.8
303
Not enough data
8.6
569
9.0
5
8.8
558
Not enough data
8.8
544
Not enough data
8.6
555
7.3
5
8.6
567
Platform Content
Not enough data
8.2
21
Not enough data
8.2
21
Not enough data
8.2
22
Platform Basics
Not enough data
8.3
22
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.4
22
Platform Additional Functionality
Not enough data
8.3
21
Not enough data
8.3
21
Not enough data
8.6
22
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
45
Not enough data
8.6
45
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
8.0
26
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Financial wellness
Not enough data
7.4
24
Not enough data
7.9
25
Not enough data
8.2
25
Administration
Not enough data
8.5
27
Not enough data
8.7
26
Not enough data
8.9
25
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
8.3
21
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.4
20
Not enough data
8.5
21
Not enough data
8.6
21
Additional Features - Compensation Planning
Not enough data
8.6
21
Not enough data
8.3
22
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
272
Not enough data
7.6
46
Not enough data
7.9
52
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
Not enough data
8.1
555
Not enough data
7.4
408
Not enough data
7.8
303
Not enough data
8.6
569
9.0
5
8.8
558
Not enough data
8.8
544
Not enough data
8.6
555
7.3
5
8.6
567
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
8.9
453
Not enough data
9.0
459
Not enough data
8.5
342
Not enough data
8.4
341
Not enough data
8.4
327
Platform Additional Functionality
Not enough data
9.0
498
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.4
364
Not enough data
8.8
423
Not enough data
8.8
451
Platform Data
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.8
376
Not enough data
8.6
273
Platform
Not enough data
8.1
555
Not enough data
7.4
408
Not enough data
7.8
303
Not enough data
8.6
569
9.0
5
8.8
558
Not enough data
8.8
544
Not enough data
8.6
555
7.3
5
8.6
567
Recruiting and Onboarding
Not enough data
8.2
333
Not enough data
8.8
482
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
131
Not enough data
8.7
123
Not enough data
8.7
130
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
148
Not enough data
8.1
129
Not enough data
7.5
112
Client Invoicing
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.9
180
|
Verified
Mobile Time Tracking
Not enough data
8.7
123
Administration
Not enough data
8.4
214
Not enough data
8.6
242
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
248
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
228
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
254
|
Verified
Platform
Not enough data
8.7
266
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.0
208
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.0
158
Not enough data
8.9
253
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
252
|
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
Not enough data
8.1
555
Not enough data
7.4
408
Not enough data
7.8
303
Not enough data
8.6
569
9.0
5
8.8
558
Not enough data
8.8
544
Not enough data
8.6
555
7.3
5
8.6
567
Platform
Not enough data
8.1
555
Not enough data
7.4
408
Not enough data
7.8
303
Not enough data
8.6
569
9.0
5
8.8
558
Not enough data
8.8
544
Not enough data
8.6
555
7.3
5
8.6
567
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
Not enough data
8.1
555
Not enough data
7.4
408
Not enough data
7.8
303
Not enough data
8.6
569
9.0
5
8.8
558
Not enough data
8.8
544
Not enough data
8.6
555
7.3
5
8.6
567
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
ExponentHR and Paycom are categorized as Core HR
Unique Categories
ExponentHR has no unique categories
Paycom is categorized as Compensation Planning, Training Management Systems, Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), Time Tracking, AI Chatbots, Benefits Administration, 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
ExponentHR
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
Hospital & Health Care
25.0%
Marketing and Advertising
18.8%
Utilities
6.3%
Supermarkets
6.3%
Staffing and Recruiting
6.3%
Other
37.5%
Hospital & Health Care
9.6%
Non-Profit Organization Management
5.4%
Manufacturing
3.9%
Automotive
3.9%
Health, Wellness and Fitness
3.6%
Other
73.6%
Discussions
ExponentHR has no discussions with answers
What kind of employee training does Paycom provide and what’s the implementation process?
3 Comments
JL
Our implementation was a nightmare. Worst experience in my professional career with a vendor. They over promised and under delivered. We had to push back...Read more
How can employees elect to contribute all bonus earnings directly into their 401k
2 Comments
AG
Depends on the 401k Provider and how your company sets your 401k up. There are many variables and rules to consider that exist outside of the Paycom system.Read more
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