Compare Paycor and UKG Ready 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (73.0% of reviews)
Mid-Market (56.2% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
No pricing available
Paycor
Star Rating
(1,328)3.9 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (73.0% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about PaycorUKG Ready
Star Rating
(2,562)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (56.2% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about UKG ReadySummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that UKG Ready excels in user-friendliness, with many users finding it simple to navigate for tasks like reviewing check stubs and filling out forms. One user mentioned, "It's very self-explanatory and user-friendly, so you don't need to be knowledgeable about UKG to use it."
- Users say that Paycor offers a centralized platform for various HR functions, making it easy to manage tasks like requesting time off and reviewing tax forms. A recent user highlighted, "I love that I can access all of these features in one place with Paycor."
- Reviewers mention that UKG Ready's initial setup is straightforward, which contributes to a smoother onboarding experience. One user noted, "The initial setup was also easy, and it works for what I use it for," indicating a positive first impression.
- According to verified reviews, Paycor is praised for its mobile app, which enhances employee self-service capabilities. Users appreciate the convenience, stating, "Pay, benefits, and time info in one place with easy employee self-service and a helpful mobile app."
- G2 reviewers highlight that UKG Ready provides robust support, with many users rating the quality of assistance highly. One user remarked on the ease of use, saying, "I like how convenient it is for all employees to use," which reflects the platform's accessibility.
- Users report that while Paycor is user-friendly, it sometimes struggles to meet specific workflow needs, with some reviewers mentioning configuration challenges. This contrasts with UKG Ready, which generally receives higher marks for adaptability and meeting diverse user requirements.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Paycor
No pricing availableUKG Ready
No pricing availableFree Trial
Paycor
Free Trial is available
UKG Ready
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
8.3
1,055
9.1
2,077
Ease of Use
8.4
1,093
8.8
2,106
Ease of Setup
7.7
680
8.5
1,441
Ease of Admin
7.9
566
8.1
639
Quality of Support
7.6
914
8.8
1,754
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
7.7
579
8.5
617
Product Direction (% positive)
7.5
1,058
8.7
2,050
Features by Category
Core HR
7.5
214
8.4
389
7.6
223
9.0
428
5.9
118
Feature Not Available
7.0
168
8.5
356
7.5
194
8.6
361
7.3
205
8.9
305
Generative AI
5.7
41
6.8
61
Platform
6.9
500
8.4
567
7.0
410
8.1
424
6.7
234
8.1
402
7.6
517
8.6
547
7.8
510
8.7
535
7.6
451
8.6
494
7.3
504
8.7
545
7.9
509
8.6
536
Employee Self Service
8.5
445
|
Verified
9.1
972
|
Verified
7.6
399
|
Verified
8.7
868
|
Verified
7.8
409
|
Verified
8.7
891
|
Verified
Administration
8.4
438
|
Verified
9.1
977
|
Verified
7.9
425
|
Verified
8.9
990
|
Verified
9.1
442
|
Verified
9.2
931
|
Verified
7.3
320
8.4
743
|
Verified
8.4
431
|
Verified
8.9
856
|
Verified
8.1
402
|
Verified
8.7
836
|
Verified
8.2
391
|
Verified
9.0
911
|
Verified
8.5
404
|
Verified
9.0
809
|
Verified
8.1
405
|
Verified
9.0
807
|
Verified
Taxes
8.1
426
|
Verified
8.9
838
|
Verified
7.9
414
|
Verified
8.7
785
|
Verified
7.8
406
|
Verified
8.7
732
Integration
7.2
327
|
Verified
8.4
753
|
Verified
7.8
357
|
Verified
8.9
806
|
Verified
7.2
322
|
Verified
8.5
733
|
Verified
7.6
324
|
Verified
8.6
757
|
Verified
Platform
7.8
403
|
Verified
8.7
906
|
Verified
7.8
405
|
Verified
8.7
909
|
Verified
7.8
402
|
Verified
8.8
924
|
Verified
8.0
374
|
Verified
8.9
857
|
Verified
Benefits Administration Platform Features
7.7
234
Not enough data
7.6
217
Not enough data
6.8
188
Not enough data
7.8
222
Not enough data
7.4
142
Not enough data
8.1
229
Not enough data
7.7
205
Not enough data
7.3
151
Not enough data
Benefits Administration Platform Features
7.7
234
Not enough data
7.6
217
Not enough data
6.8
188
Not enough data
7.8
222
Not enough data
7.4
142
Not enough data
8.1
229
Not enough data
7.7
205
Not enough data
7.4
116
Not enough data
7.3
151
Not enough data
7.0
159
Not enough data
6.3
92
Not enough data
7.4
101
Not enough data
Generative AI
5.8
33
Not enough data
5.6
34
Not enough data
5.5
34
Not enough data
Platform
6.9
500
8.4
567
7.0
410
8.1
424
6.7
234
8.1
402
7.6
517
8.6
547
7.8
510
8.7
535
7.6
451
8.6
494
7.3
504
8.7
545
7.9
509
8.6
536
Automation
7.7
280
8.9
1084
Logistics
7.5
289
8.7
1092
7.6
278
8.7
1074
7.6
250
8.7
972
Management
7.3
256
8.5
1023
7.6
260
8.8
1041
7.7
279
8.9
1060
7.9
292
8.9
1127
7.8
289
8.9
1111
8.5
293
9.1
1152
7.9
275
8.8
1041
Monitoring
7.7
266
8.8
1003
7.7
270
8.8
1006
7.6
260
8.8
992
Logistics
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
Editing & Design
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 - Org Chart
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Basics
9.2
10
Not enough data
8.6
11
Not enough data
8.6
11
Not enough data
Content
9.0
10
Not enough data
9.0
10
Not enough data
9.0
10
Not enough data
Logistics
9.0
10
Not enough data
9.2
10
Not enough data
Recruiting and Onboarding
9.0
116
Not enough data
Platform
6.9
500
8.4
567
7.0
410
8.1
424
6.7
234
8.1
402
7.6
517
8.6
547
7.8
510
8.7
535
7.6
451
8.6
494
7.3
504
8.7
545
7.9
509
8.6
536
Platform Basics
7.8
59
Not enough data
8.2
61
Not enough data
8.0
58
Not enough data
8.6
60
Not enough data
Platform Functionality
8.1
57
Not enough data
8.2
58
Not enough data
Platform Data
8.0
60
Not enough data
8.2
59
Not enough data
8.0
59
Not enough data
8.0
59
Not enough data
Platform Basics
8.7
9
Not enough data
9.1
13
Not enough data
8.9
6
Not enough data
Platform Data
9.3
14
Not enough data
8.9
15
Not enough data
Platform Content
9.1
16
Not enough data
8.2
10
Not enough data
8.0
10
Not enough data
Platform Additional Functionality
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.0
116
Not enough data
9.2
105
Not enough data
9.2
13
Not enough data
9.2
12
Not enough data
Platform
6.9
500
8.4
567
7.0
410
8.1
424
6.7
234
8.1
402
7.6
517
8.6
547
7.8
510
8.7
535
7.6
451
8.6
494
7.3
504
8.7
545
7.9
509
8.6
536
Platform Basics
8.9
6
Not enough data
8.0
5
Not enough data
9.0
5
Not enough data
Platform Performance
9.3
5
Not enough data
9.0
5
Not enough data
Platform Functionality
9.0
5
Not enough data
9.0
5
Not enough data
9.3
5
Not enough data
Platform Additional Functionality
Not enough data
Not enough data
8.7
5
Not enough data
8.7
5
Not enough data
Generative AI
6.7
5
Not enough data
Platform Basics
8.7
5
Not enough data
8.9
6
Not enough data
9.2
6
Not enough data
8.7
9
Not enough data
Platform Data
9.0
7
Not enough data
9.0
8
Not enough data
8.6
7
Not enough data
8.8
7
Not enough data
Platform Functionality
9.0
8
Not enough data
8.3
7
Not enough data
8.5
9
Not enough data
9.0
5
Not enough data
9.1
9
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Talent Intelligence
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 Basics
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
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform Performance
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform
6.9
500
8.4
567
7.0
410
8.1
424
6.7
234
8.1
402
7.6
517
8.6
547
7.8
510
8.7
535
7.6
451
8.6
494
7.3
504
8.7
545
7.9
509
8.6
536
Training & eLearning
7.7
59
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.1
57
Not enough data
8.1
57
Not enough data
Platform Functionality
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.0
116
Not enough data
7.7
220
Not enough data
9.2
105
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Recruiting Automation
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
6.9
500
8.4
567
7.0
410
8.1
424
6.7
234
8.1
402
7.6
517
8.6
547
7.8
510
8.7
535
7.6
451
8.6
494
7.3
504
8.7
545
7.9
509
8.6
536
Operations
8.0
46
Not enough data
8.1
44
Not enough data
8.0
46
Not enough data
8.0
46
Not enough data
7.5
43
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 Additional Functionality
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
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
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
Platform Additional Functionality
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
Performance reviews
7.8
84
Not enough data
7.9
91
Not enough data
8.1
94
Not enough data
Goals
8.0
95
Not enough data
8.1
86
Not enough data
Feedback
7.8
91
Not enough data
7.8
87
Not enough data
7.9
91
Not enough data
8.2
90
Not enough data
Data
8.0
91
Not enough data
7.9
87
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Performance Management
6.7
14
Not enough data
6.4
14
Not enough data
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
Cleaning
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
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
6.3
30
Not enough data
Recruitment Platform - Recruitment Platforms
8.2
16
Not enough data
7.6
15
Not enough data
7.2
15
Not enough data
7.3
16
Not enough data
7.0
15
Not enough data
7.4
15
Not enough data
Recruitment AI - Recruitment Platforms
6.8
15
Not enough data
6.4
15
Not enough data
7.2
15
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Recruitment Platforms
6.2
13
Not enough data
6.2
13
Not enough data
6.2
13
Not enough data
Resource Planning - Workforce Planning
8.0
9
Not enough data
8.5
9
Not enough data
8.1
9
Not enough data
8.1
9
Not enough data
Human Resources - Workforce Planning
8.1
9
Not enough data
7.4
9
Not enough data
8.0
9
Not enough data
8.1
9
Not enough data
Platform - Compensation Planning
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
Additional Features - Compensation Planning
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)
4.8
8
7.3
15
4.8
8
7.3
15
5.0
8
7.9
15
Sourcing
7.7
197
8.1
161
7.9
190
8.0
174
6.9
9
7.4
18
8.1
9
8.3
23
6.7
9
7.5
17
Candidate Management - Applicant Tracking System
7.7
167
8.1
163
7.8
9
8.3
25
8.1
9
8.7
22
6.5
9
7.4
17
6.5
9
7.7
19
7.2
9
7.7
17
6.1
9
7.7
21
Platform
6.9
500
8.4
567
7.0
410
8.1
424
6.7
234
8.1
402
7.6
517
8.6
547
7.8
510
8.7
535
7.6
451
8.6
494
7.3
504
8.7
545
7.9
509
8.6
536
AI - Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)
5.2
8
7.6
16
5.2
8
7.1
15
5.2
8
6.9
15
Agentic AI - Onboarding
6.1
21
Not enough data
6.2
21
Not enough data
6.0
22
Not enough data
6.1
22
Not enough data
6.2
22
Not enough data
Platform Content
7.3
220
Not enough data
7.4
210
Not enough data
7.9
215
Not enough data
6.8
159
Not enough data
6.9
133
Not enough data
6.8
130
Not enough data
Platform Additional Functionality
8.0
238
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.2
169
Not enough data
7.8
207
Not enough data
7.8
220
Not enough data
Platform Data
6.9
164
Not enough data
7.2
146
Not enough data
7.3
163
Not enough data
Platform
6.9
500
8.4
567
7.0
410
8.1
424
6.7
234
8.1
402
7.6
517
8.6
547
7.8
510
8.7
535
7.6
451
8.6
494
7.3
504
8.7
545
7.9
509
8.6
536
Recruiting and Onboarding
7.7
220
Not enough data
8.1
236
Not enough data
Course Authoring
7.7
57
Not enough data
7.5
52
Not enough data
7.7
55
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Course Delivery
7.6
62
Not enough data
8.0
61
Not enough data
7.5
54
Not enough data
Course Management
6.8
44
Not enough data
7.5
54
Not enough data
7.7
50
Not enough data
7.8
56
Not enough data
LMS Marketplace
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.4
46
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Interface
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
6.9
42
Not enough data
Training & eLearning
7.9
49
Not enough data
7.7
59
Not enough data
7.9
53
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.1
57
Not enough data
8.1
57
Not enough data
8.0
52
Not enough data
Generative AI
5.8
16
Not enough data
5.8
16
Not enough data
5.8
16
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Corporate Learning Management Systems
6.7
8
Not enough data
6.7
8
Not enough data
Platform Basics
7.5
72
Not enough data
7.9
72
Not enough data
7.3
73
Not enough data
Platform Content
7.3
75
Not enough data
7.2
73
Not enough data
7.3
76
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Platform Additional Functionality
7.6
71
Not enough data
7.3
76
Not enough data
7.9
78
Not enough data
7.2
75
Not enough data
Platform
6.9
500
8.4
567
7.0
410
8.1
424
6.7
234
8.1
402
7.6
517
8.6
547
7.8
510
8.7
535
7.6
451
8.6
494
7.3
504
8.7
545
7.9
509
8.6
536
Platform Basics
6.7
42
Not enough data
7.3
47
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.2
44
|
Verified
Not enough data
Platform Content
6.9
41
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.2
39
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.3
41
|
Verified
Not enough data
6.7
40
|
Verified
Not enough data
Platform Performance
7.3
48
|
Verified
Not enough data
6.6
40
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.4
47
|
Verified
Not enough data
Platform Additional Functionality
7.5
50
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.4
49
|
Verified
Not enough data
Time Tracking
Not enough data
9.1
956
Not enough data
8.7
823
Not enough data
8.6
750
Client Invoicing
Not enough data
8.1
635
Not enough data
8.2
640
Not enough data
8.2
632
Mobile Time Tracking
Not enough data
9.0
803
Administration
Not enough data
8.6
716
Not enough data
8.6
776
Not enough data
8.6
734
Not enough data
8.6
687
Not enough data
8.8
774
Platform
Not enough data
8.8
784
Not enough data
8.3
675
Not enough data
8.3
633
Not enough data
8.8
794
Not enough data
8.6
743
Not enough data
7.9
637
Platform
6.9
500
8.4
567
7.0
410
8.1
424
6.7
234
8.1
402
7.6
517
8.6
547
7.8
510
8.7
535
7.6
451
8.6
494
7.3
504
8.7
545
7.9
509
8.6
536
Platform
6.9
500
8.4
567
7.0
410
8.1
424
6.7
234
8.1
402
7.6
517
8.6
547
7.8
510
8.7
535
7.6
451
8.6
494
7.3
504
8.7
545
7.9
509
8.6
536
Workforce Management Platform Features
6.7
61
8.2
274
7.4
93
8.3
315
8.1
127
9.2
402
7.9
126
8.9
383
7.4
94
8.3
295
7.1
39
8.2
271
7.3
105
8.5
314
8.0
126
8.8
377
7.2
61
8.3
275
7.5
99
8.2
305
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Paycor and UKG Ready are categorized as Core HR, Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), Workforce Management, Payroll, HCM Software, and Time & Attendance
Unique Categories
Paycor is categorized as Onboarding, Benefits Support, Job Description Management, Recruitment Marketing, HR Analytics, Corporate Learning Management Systems, Benefits Administration, Talent Intelligence, Training Management Systems, Healthcare HR, Career Management, Workforce Planning, Compensation Planning, Org Chart, Absence Management, Contractor Management, Diversity Recruiting, Recruitment Platforms, Employee Engagement, Recruiting Automation, Performance Management, and Interview Scheduling
UKG Ready is categorized as Time Tracking
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Paycor
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
UKG Ready
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
6.8%
Non-Profit Organization Management
6.2%
Computer Software
5.2%
Manufacturing
4.8%
Information Technology and Services
3.5%
Other
73.4%
Hospital & Health Care
11.4%
Retail
5.8%
Education Management
4.4%
Manufacturing
4.0%
Non-Profit Organization Management
3.7%
Other
70.7%
Discussions
What is paycor?
4 Comments
ML
Paycor is a Human Resources Information System (HRIS) allowing you to handle payroll and HR functions all in one place, including expert HR support,...Read more
Can we go back to a Dedicated Customer Service Rep?
3 Comments
UL
Each Client has a Service Team of 2-4 people depending on the products purchased. In addition, you also have a Client Support Manager and a Client Success...Read more
Best practice for refunding garnishments & bonus over payments
9 Comments
KB
Are you currently using WFR? We will typically just added it back in on the next pay statement if they are one off occurrences.
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Using calendar in Kronos in other applications
3 Comments
GW
It appears you can export calendar data from KRONOS Workforceready but I have no experience doing it.
If you type this into the help, there is some...Read more
Is there an easier way to enter things like raises with multiple job codes
3 Comments
SG
WFR can do mass edits to quite a few fields. I would start here to check whether the fields you need to update can be edited this way. If not, check the...Read more
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