Homebase Features
Platform (12)
Customization
Based on 25 Homebase reviews.
Allows administrators to customize to accommodate their unique processes. Includes ability to create custom objects, fields, rules, calculations, and views.
Integration APIs
As reported in 21 Homebase reviews.
Application Programming Interface - Specification for how the application communicates with other software. API's typically enable integration of data, logic, objects, etc with other software applications.
Internationalization
21 reviewers of Homebase have provided feedback on this feature.
Enables users to view and transact business with the same content in multiple languages and currencies.
User, Role, and Access Management
26 reviewers of Homebase have provided feedback on this feature.
Grant access to select data, features, objects, etc. based on the users, user role, and groups.
Performance
26 reviewers of Homebase have provided feedback on this feature.
Is consistently available (uptime) and allows users to complete tasks reliably.
Mobility
As reported in 25 Homebase reviews.
Is accessible from a mobile device and by users on the go.
Reporting
This feature was mentioned in 23 Homebase reviews.
Provides analytics tools that reveal important business metrics and track progress.
Dashboards
Based on 26 Homebase reviews.
Creates dashboards to track information like open positions, current headcount, and recruiting pipeline.
Reporting and Dashboards
22 reviewers of Homebase have provided feedback on this feature.
Access pre-built and custom reports and dashboards.
User, Role, and Access Management
23 reviewers of Homebase have provided feedback on this feature.
Grant access to select data, features, objects, etc. based on the users, user role, groups, etc.
Performance and Reliability
As reported in 23 Homebase reviews.
Software is consistently available (uptime) and allows users to complete tasks quickly because they are not waiting for the software to respond to an action they took.
Scalability
As reported in 23 Homebase reviews.
Allows administrator to easily add employees and grow payroll process as their company grows.
Employee Self Service (3)
Web Portal
Based on 24 Homebase reviews.
Allows employees to access current and past pay stubs, W-2 forms, and additional salary information.
Benefits Manager
22 reviewers of Homebase have provided feedback on this feature.
Allows employees to answer or update questions pertaining to benefits and receive information about benefit providers.
Mobile
25 reviewers of Homebase have provided feedback on this feature.
Allows employees to view pay stub and W-2 information via a smartphone app or mobile optimized website.
Administration (9)
Payroll Entry
24 reviewers of Homebase have provided feedback on this feature.
Allows administrator to enter payroll for all employees based on salary or total hours worked.
Time Off Accrual
As reported in 26 Homebase reviews.
Calculation and tracking of sick and vacation days.
Direct Deposit
This feature was mentioned in 23 Homebase reviews.
Automatically deposits paychecks into employees' bank accounts.
Expense Reimbursement
As reported in 20 Homebase reviews.
Allows administrator to reimburse employees for business-related purchases.
Pre-tax Deductions
As reported in 21 Homebase reviews.
Automatically deducts wages for health care, 401(k) plans, etc. from paychecks.
Wage Garnishment
Based on 21 Homebase reviews.
Allows administrator to set up for wage garnishments to be deducted automatically from employers' paychecks.
Approvals
As reported in 23 Homebase reviews.
Administrator can submit payroll approval request and the approver can approve, deny, or re-assign it to the appropriate approver.
Check/W-2 Printing
Based on 22 Homebase reviews.
Allows administrators to print valid paychecks and W-2 forms.
Check/W-2 Delivery
20 reviewers of Homebase have provided feedback on this feature.
Sends printed checks to administrator to distribute to employees.
Taxes (3)
Tax Calculation
This feature was mentioned in 21 Homebase reviews.
Calculates taxes due and may include resources or tools for federal and state tax compliance.
Tax Filing
This feature was mentioned in 21 Homebase reviews.
Files payroll tax forms automatically for federal, state, and local taxes.
Automatic Tax Payment
As reported in 21 Homebase reviews.
Allows payroll vendor, via power of attorney, to make electronic payments of withheld taxes to government.
Integration (4)
API / Integration
20 reviewers of Homebase have provided feedback on this feature.
Application Programming Interface - Specification for how the application communicates with other software. API's typically enable integration of data, logic, objects, etc with other software applications.
Time Tracking Integration
25 reviewers of Homebase have provided feedback on this feature.
Enables administrator to import hours from time tracking systems.
Accounting Integration
19 reviewers of Homebase have provided feedback on this feature.
Provides standard integration with third party accounting software.
Core HR Integration
This feature was mentioned in 20 Homebase reviews.
Provides standard integration with third party core HR software.
Workforce Management Platform Features (10)
Labor Forecasting
This feature was mentioned in 22 Homebase reviews.
Predict the number and types of employees necessary to meet anticipated demand to control labor costs.
Shift Scheduling
As reported in 24 Homebase reviews.
Plan employee work shifts according to availability and provide notifications to employees when they are scheduled.
Time & Attendance Tracking
Based on 24 Homebase reviews.
Let employees track the hours they have worked through integrations with time tracking products or built in time tracking features.
Absence & Leave Management
24 reviewers of Homebase have provided feedback on this feature.
Employees can submit paid time off (PTO) or leave of absence requests that managers can approve or deny within the platform.
Skills Management
This feature was mentioned in 20 Homebase reviews.
Organize, sort, and view employees based on skills and qualifications in order to make smarter workforce decisions.
Succession Planning
Based on 21 Homebase reviews.
Identify high performing employees with potential to be promoted with minimal development.
Workforce Analytics
As reported in 21 Homebase reviews.
Tools designed to help analyze employee data and develop baselines for evaluating and optimizing workforce management.
Self-Service Capabilities
This feature was mentioned in 24 Homebase reviews.
Web portals through which employees can view their schedules, submit PTO requests, configure work availability and preferences, and self-schedule from available work times.
Mobile Shift Scheduling
As reported in 24 Homebase reviews.
Managers and employees can create or claim available work shifts and receive notifications on their mobile device.
Team Communication
This feature was mentioned in 23 Homebase reviews.
Message other team members or managers through built-in text or emailing functions and communicate scheduling or leave requests.
Automation (1)
Process Automation
Based on 50 Homebase reviews.
Automate processes and eliminate errors associated with requesting, approving, and tracking paid and unpaid time off.
Logistics (3)
Dashboards & Reporting
Based on 55 Homebase reviews.
Analytical and reporting tools that provide visibility into labor cost and enable data-driven decisions.
Data Collection
54 reviewers of Homebase have provided feedback on this feature.
Labor data collection options include web, mobile, and hardware.
Lanuguage Options
As reported in 48 Homebase reviews.
Provide multiple language options for a global user base.
Management (7)
Schedule Creation Tools
55 reviewers of Homebase have provided feedback on this feature.
Tools that help in scheduling and shift creation and management.
Schedule Management
As reported in 56 Homebase reviews.
Tools that manage vacation, holidays, absences, breaks, and overtime.
Employee Leave Management
54 reviewers of Homebase have provided feedback on this feature.
Manage employee's eligibility for paid and unpaid leave based on criteria including vacation, sick time and more.
User Access
This feature was mentioned in 57 Homebase reviews.
Grant access to select features and data based on the users' role, both internally and externally.
User Role Access
Based on 56 Homebase reviews.
Provides employees self service access and managers a centralized view.
Employee Information
This feature was mentioned in 56 Homebase reviews.
Ability to manage employee information.
Employee Information Automation
As reported in 54 Homebase reviews.
Automate employee promotions and position changes and company policy changes.
Monitoring (3)
Regulations Enforcement
This feature was mentioned in 49 Homebase reviews.
Enforce federal, state, and organization regulations.
Compliance Monitoring
47 reviewers of Homebase have provided feedback on this feature.
Monitor and maintain compliance.
Integration
As reported in 45 Homebase reviews.
Provide integrations with payroll software.
Platform Basics (6)
Interoperability
This feature was mentioned in 21 Homebase reviews.
Connects to external systems and applications as needed to complete team workflows.
Performance
Based on 22 Homebase reviews.
Is consistently available (uptime) and allows users to complete tasks reliably.
Reporting
This feature was mentioned in 22 Homebase reviews.
Provides analytics tools that reveal important business metrics and track progress.
Reporting
This feature was mentioned in 81 Homebase reviews.
Provides analytics tools that reveal important business metrics and track progress.
Dashboard
This feature was mentioned in 84 Homebase reviews.
Has a centralized dashboard for users to interact with.
Performance
This feature was mentioned in 88 Homebase reviews.
Is consistently available (uptime) and allows users to complete tasks reliably.
Platform Data (2)
Dashboard
This feature was mentioned in 22 Homebase reviews.
Has a centralized dashboard for users to interact with
Alerts and Notifications
22 reviewers of Homebase have provided feedback on this feature.
Self-monitors important metrics and sends notifications to users in-app or through email, text message or otherwise.
Platform Additional Functionality (8)
Cloud
22 reviewers of Homebase have provided feedback on this feature.
Provides a cloud based version of the platform
Mobility
22 reviewers of Homebase have provided feedback on this feature.
Is accessible from a mobile device and by users on the go.
Messaging
This feature was mentioned in 23 Homebase reviews.
Contains in-application messaging abilities
Integrations
Based on 67 Homebase reviews.
Integrates with business solutions such as payroll, workforce management, POS systems, etc.
Mobility
As reported in 81 Homebase reviews.
Is accessible from a mobile device and by users on the go.
Forecasting
Based on 70 Homebase reviews.
Forecasts scheduling needs based on important KPIs.
Task Management
As reported in 69 Homebase reviews.
Provides task prioritization and management abilities.
Portal
66 reviewers of Homebase have provided feedback on this feature.
Contains a portal to facilitate third-party or client application access.
Platform Content (3)
Automation
This feature was mentioned in 80 Homebase reviews.
Automates some or all operation related tasks.
File Sharing
Based on 66 Homebase reviews.
Provides robust sharing options for communication with both internal and external stakeholders.
Content Library
Based on 65 Homebase reviews.
Provides users with a pre-built library of useable content.
Agentic AI - Restaurant Scheduling (6)
Autonomous Task Execution
Capability to perform complex tasks without constant human input
Multi-step Planning
Ability to break down and plan multi-step processes
Cross-system Integration
Works across multiple software systems or databases
Adaptive Learning
Improves performance based on feedback and experience
Proactive Assistance
Anticipates needs and offers suggestions without prompting
Decision Making
Makes informed choices based on available data and objectives
Technology Glossary Features
View definitions of the features and discover new technology terms.
Shift scheduling is the process of creating work schedules to support company needs and employee satisfaction. Learn more about shift scheduling and how to create a successful process.
Wage garnishment can take its toll not only on employees but also on employers. Learn more about wage garnishment, how it can impact a business, and what to do if an employee receives a garnishment of their wages.
Labor forecasting is the process of predicting future labor needs. Learn more about forecasting staffing needs, different prediction methods, and how to implement a unique strategy.





