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Market Segments
Mid-Market (58.3% of reviews)
Mid-Market (62.2% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $7.00 1 User Per Month
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Factorial
Star Rating
(102)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (58.3% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $7.00 1 User Per Month
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Star Rating
(756)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (62.2% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Contact Us Per Month
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Factorial excels in user-friendliness, with many praising its intuitive interface that simplifies HR tasks. Users appreciate features like employee time tracking and document management, which help streamline processes and save time.
- According to verified reviews, Personio is recognized for its simple and effective UI, making it easy for users to log working hours and manage tasks. Reviewers highlight the convenience of its calendar feature, which allows for easy planning by displaying approved time off for all team members.
- Users say that Factorial's pricing structure is appealing, starting at just $7.00, which makes it accessible for smaller businesses. This affordability, combined with its robust features, positions Factorial as a strong contender for mid-market companies.
- Reviewers mention that while Personio has a higher G2 Score, indicating overall satisfaction, it lacks transparency in pricing, as potential users must contact them for details. This could be a barrier for some businesses looking for clear cost expectations.
- G2 reviewers highlight that both platforms offer solid support, but Factorial edges out slightly with a higher score in quality of support. Users appreciate the responsiveness and helpfulness of Factorial's support team, which enhances the overall user experience.
- According to recent feedback, while Factorial has fewer recent reviews compared to Personio, its users consistently express satisfaction with its ease of setup and administration, making it a favorable choice for teams looking to implement HR software quickly and efficiently.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Factorial
Factorial
Starting at $7.00
1 User Per Month
- We have plans for all businesses and budgets. Just tell us what you need, and we'll tailor one to you.
Personio
Core
Contact Us
Per Month
Gain a single source of truth for your people information. Transform core processes into automated workflows, unlock more time for what matters.
- People Information
- Reporting & Analytics
- People Workflows & Automation
Free Trial
Factorial
Free Trial is available
Personio
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.7
80
8.5
604
Ease of Use
9.1
83
8.9
611
Ease of Setup
8.3
46
8.4
375
Ease of Admin
8.4
43
8.3
278
Quality of Support
8.7
67
8.8
502
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.9
43
8.5
276
Product Direction (% positive)
9.1
76
9.0
583
Features by Category
Core HR
8.5
35
8.5
324
8.8
36
8.5
335
7.7
26
7.3
212
7.8
26
7.8
289
7.9
24
8.1
268
7.8
24
7.9
228
Generative AI
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Platform
7.8
35
7.9
385
6.9
26
7.9
326
7.6
29
8.3
323
7.9
35
8.7
391
8.1
31
8.2
317
7.1
29
7.9
324
7.5
33
8.1
347
7.7
36
8.3
373
Expense Reports
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
Agentic AI - Expense Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Travel Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Client Invoicing
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Mobile
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Administration
Not enough data
Not enough data
Administration
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
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
Automation
8.6
18
8.5
204
Logistics
8.1
18
8.2
198
8.5
18
8.4
182
8.5
19
8.5
202
Management
8.2
18
8.1
166
8.5
20
8.7
184
9.3
25
8.8
211
9.2
25
8.8
210
8.5
24
8.8
214
9.1
25
9.1
219
8.4
20
8.3
195
Monitoring
Feature Not Available
8.2
177
8.2
18
8.1
177
8.3
18
8.3
187
Customization
Not enough data
8.3
73
Not enough data
8.6
64
HR Content
Not enough data
8.1
62
Not enough data
8.2
63
Not enough data
8.5
77
Logistics
Not enough data
9.1
71
Not enough data
9.1
72
Not enough data
6.8
60
Management
Not enough data
7.3
54
Not enough data
9.3
67
Not enough data
8.1
58
Not enough data
8.9
70
Not enough data
8.3
74
Generative AI
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Basics
Not enough data
7.9
63
Not enough data
8.2
71
Feature Not Available
8.0
67
Content
Not enough data
8.1
65
Feature Not Available
7.8
54
Not enough data
7.8
50
Logistics
Not enough data
7.9
60
Not enough data
8.6
69
Recruiting and Onboarding
Not enough data
8.0
66
Platform
7.8
35
7.9
385
6.9
26
7.9
326
7.6
29
8.3
323
7.9
35
8.7
391
8.1
31
8.2
317
7.1
29
7.9
324
7.5
33
8.1
347
7.7
36
8.3
373
Platform Basics
8.8
13
7.7
186
9.2
15
8.3
218
8.3
16
8.1
188
8.9
17
8.7
207
Platform Functionality
8.5
19
8.0
213
8.7
18
7.9
198
Platform Data
8.3
15
8.0
208
Feature Not Available
8.2
208
Feature Not Available
8.1
198
8.8
18
8.3
201
Basics
Not enough data
7.8
58
Not enough data
8.1
46
Not enough data
8.2
55
Additional Functionality
Not enough data
8.1
60
Not enough data
8.2
52
Not enough data
7.8
53
Content
Not enough data
8.1
55
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Recruiting and Onboarding
Not enough data
8.1
52
Feature Not Available
7.8
143
Not enough data
8.6
58
Platform
7.8
35
7.9
385
6.9
26
7.9
326
7.6
29
8.3
323
7.9
35
8.7
391
8.1
31
8.2
317
7.1
29
7.9
324
7.5
33
8.1
347
7.7
36
8.3
373
Platform Basics
Not enough data
8.1
8
Not enough data
7.9
8
Not enough data
8.8
7
Platform Additional Functionality
Not enough data
9.0
7
Not enough data
7.9
7
Not enough data
8.1
7
Platform Data
Not enough data
8.6
7
Not enough data
7.9
8
Not enough data
8.1
7
Generative AI
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Performance reviews
8.8
11
Not enough data
8.8
11
Not enough data
8.1
12
Not enough data
Goals
8.1
12
Not enough data
7.9
11
Not enough data
Feedback
8.7
14
Not enough data
9.0
14
Not enough data
7.9
12
Not enough data
7.8
12
Not enough data
Data
7.9
13
Not enough data
8.5
13
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Performance Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Survey Management
Not enough data
7.1
21
Not enough data
7.9
20
Not enough data
7.1
19
Not enough data
7.4
17
Survey Customization
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.6
18
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.1
17
Survey Insights
Not enough data
8.1
20
Not enough data
7.3
16
Not enough data
8.2
17
Not enough data
8.1
18
Agentic AI - Survey
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Facility Booking
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
Office Maps
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Workplace Analytics
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
Administrative Tools
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
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Space Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Reports
Not enough data
7.7
88
Not enough data
7.9
107
Not enough data
7.7
98
Not enough data
8.0
98
Cleaning
Not enough data
8.1
105
Not enough data
7.7
96
Not enough data
7.8
101
Generative AI
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
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
Generative AI
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Recruitment Platform - Recruitment Platforms
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Recruitment AI - Recruitment Platforms
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Recruitment Platforms
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Sourcing
8.5
12
Not enough data
8.6
12
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Candidate Management - Applicant Tracking System
7.9
12
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
7.8
35
7.9
385
6.9
26
7.9
326
7.6
29
8.3
323
7.9
35
8.7
391
8.1
31
8.2
317
7.1
29
7.9
324
7.5
33
8.1
347
7.7
36
8.3
373
AI - Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Onboarding
Not enough data
6.5
9
Not enough data
6.5
10
Not enough data
6.5
10
Not enough data
6.5
10
Not enough data
6.8
11
Platform Content
8.2
10
7.8
172
8.2
10
8.0
165
8.5
12
7.9
167
7.3
10
7.1
125
8.0
11
7.8
134
8.2
10
7.6
147
Platform Additional Functionality
8.5
10
8.8
185
7.6
9
7.8
140
6.9
9
7.6
120
8.2
10
8.3
182
9.2
10
8.5
193
Platform Data
8.5
11
7.7
121
7.9
11
8.0
154
8.5
10
8.4
161
Platform
7.8
35
7.9
385
6.9
26
7.9
326
7.6
29
8.3
323
7.9
35
8.7
391
8.1
31
8.2
317
7.1
29
7.9
324
7.5
33
8.1
347
7.7
36
8.3
373
Recruiting and Onboarding
Feature Not Available
7.8
143
9.0
10
8.6
187
Agentic AI - Accounting & Finance
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform Basics
8.1
12
Not enough data
8.2
13
Not enough data
8.2
11
Not enough data
Platform Content
8.8
12
Not enough data
8.8
12
Not enough data
8.7
10
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Platform Additional Functionality
8.5
10
Not enough data
8.7
10
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.8
10
Not enough data
Platform
7.8
35
7.9
385
6.9
26
7.9
326
7.6
29
8.3
323
7.9
35
8.7
391
8.1
31
8.2
317
7.1
29
7.9
324
7.5
33
8.1
347
7.7
36
8.3
373
Platform Basics
Not enough data
7.1
21
Not enough data
7.5
22
Not enough data
6.9
19
Platform Content
Not enough data
7.2
19
Not enough data
8.1
22
Not enough data
6.7
22
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Platform Performance
Not enough data
7.5
24
Not enough data
7.1
21
Not enough data
7.2
24
Platform Additional Functionality
Not enough data
7.4
23
Not enough data
6.9
23
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Factorial and Personio are categorized as Job Description Management, Candidate Relationship Management, Absence Management, Time & Attendance, Onboarding, Core HR, HCM Software, and Whistleblowing
Unique Categories
Factorial is categorized as Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), Employee Engagement, Performance Management, Expense Management, and Space Management
Personio is categorized as HR Analytics, Recruitment Platforms, Survey, HR Service Delivery, and Recruitment Marketing
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Factorial
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Personio
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
Information Technology and Services
15.6%
Marketing and Advertising
9.4%
Computer Software
8.3%
Mental Health Care
5.2%
Financial Services
5.2%
Other
56.3%
Computer Software
13.8%
Information Technology and Services
13.1%
Marketing and Advertising
4.0%
Financial Services
4.0%
Consumer Goods
3.7%
Other
61.5%
Discussions
What is Factorial used for?
1 Comment
PM
okRead more
Factorial has no more discussions with answers
How are you tracking attendance for "zero hours contract"?
1 Comment
TG
Hello Javier, this is unfortunately a case that we can't portray in Personio yet. In Personio each employee must be assigned a fixed number of hours per week...Read more
When will the personnel development features go online?
1 Comment
TG
Hello Ulrike, we expect a first Bata test here in the second week of December 2020. You will find all updates in our community (community.personio.de). Best...Read more
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