Best HRIS Systems in 2024 [Updated]
HRIS Systems, also commonly referred to as HR Platforms / HR Software - help you to automate and streamline repetitive manual HR tasks such as onboarding, performance reviews & absence management. During our time building Adapt HR we researched the competition extensively to fully understand our market, in this article we will outline for you the best HRIS Systems for 2024 based on our own research.
Best HRIS Systems 2024 (Summarised)
Adapt HR
Charlie HR
Sense HR
Rippling
Humaans
What Is a HRIS?
A HRIS helps anyone managing a business or HR teams to manage and track employees to ensure their wellbeing within the company. One of the most common use cases for employee management with a HRIS is employee performance management, allowing HR departments to ensure employees are developing and growing within a company. Another common use case which most people are familiar with is time off and absences, employees commonly request their time off here, and managers handle the approval process. HR oversees the overall usage of time-off by using data reporting techniques, which helps in ensuring adequate staffing and addressing any issues that may arise such as frequent sickness. Without a HRIS all of this would have to be tracked manually either on paper or within Excel, which can easily become extremely hard to manage.
How much should a HRIS Cost?
HR software is normally priced per employee, per month. When researching HRIS pricing we noticed a huge variation, with some starting as low as £2 per employee, and others as high as £20. The variation in pricing is simply due to included features, HRIS charging £2 per employee will often require you to purchase add-ons or have higher pricing tiers that give you access to more features, with the cheapest option lacking most of the crucial features. We found that a reasonable average for a standard HRIS that is not handling your payroll is from £3-£6 per employee per month.
At Adapt HR our pricing is from £3.60 per employee per month, and to make things simple we decided to offer just one pricing tier that includes all features. We understand that it's incredibly annoying when you're trying to work on a task and the software starts requesting you to purchase a higher tier of access in order to proceed - so we made sure not to do this.
What is the difference between HRIS, HCM & HRMS?
HRIS, HCM, HRMS - can all be confusing terms. Let's first break them down:
HRIS
Focuses on core HR functions like storing employee data, managing payroll, benefits, and attendance.
Ideal for smaller organizations needing a streamlined way to handle basic HR processes.
Great for efficiency but lacks the advanced features needed for strategic HR planning.
HCM
HCM goes beyond basic HR functions by integrating workforce management, talent acquisition, development, and strategic planning.
It focuses on maximizing employee potential through tools for performance management, learning, succession planning, and analytics.
Best suited for mid to large-sized companies that need a more comprehensive approach to managing and developing their workforce.
HRMS
An HRMS combines features of both HRIS and HCM, providing a more robust system with capabilities for payroll, time tracking, benefits, performance, and more.
It often includes self-service portals, compliance management, and enhanced reporting features to support both administrative and strategic HR needs.
Ideal for companies looking for a versatile system that covers all aspects of employee management, from basic data to strategic initiatives.
Most HRIS in 2024, including Adapt HR - will include all of the above features merged into one, to provide a seamless experience to manage all of your HR tasks without needing to constantly change into different software for different tasks.
Best HRIS Systems 2024
Adapt HR
Adapt HR is perfect for SMEs & growing businesses up to 1000 employees. Adapt is built with a UI & design that's easy to use through it's minimalistic approach. We've tried our best to reduce clutter and simplify features to ensure efficient use of your time.
Starting price: £3.60 per employee per month
Best for: Small - Medium sized businesses up to 1000 employees
Key features of Adapt HR
Automated Onboarding - Our onboarding process collects all required information, including right to work, passport and new starter checklist, saving you hours of time of dealing with paperwork reminders.
Time off & Holidays - Approve absences in just one click, get a breakdown of absence trends by month, and automatically notify employees of overlapping leave or restricted dates.
Performance Management - Our built in performance review builder gives you fully control to build, manage & deploy performance reviews across your organisation.
Documents & Policies - Easily upload company or employee documents & policies. Require read receipts, and set expiration dates, to keep your business in line.
Charlie HR
Charlie HR is great for smaller companies of 1-50 team members. It's simple, easy to use, and built for anyone whose role is not just HR – CEOs, founders, director, etc.
Starting price: £30 per month with Charlie Plus
Best for: Small companies up to 50 employees
Key features of Charlie HR
Performance reviews handled by a 360 feedback tool allowing peer reviews as well as managers
Built in perks platform allowing employees to choose their own rewards
Easily approve absences & all other types of leave, create reports on leave to visualize data
Sense HR
Sense HR is designed for SMEs, with an incredibly cheap pricing option at its lowest tier which although is very limited in features, can be attractive for smaller companies that are on a tight budget and need to keep costs down.
Starting price: £2 per employee (limited features)
Best for: Small businesses & Startups on a budget
Key features of Sense HR
Offers hardware to track employee locations, see who's where & ensure people are physically present
Workflow automation built in allowing you to build flowchart style workflows to assist in automating tasks and processes
The platform has a clean & modern UI design allowing for easy access to your data
Rippling
Rippling is an all-in-one HR, IT, and finance platform designed to streamline the management of employee data across different systems. It integrates HR functions like payroll, benefits, time tracking, and onboarding with IT management, allowing companies to handle tasks such as device management, app provisioning, and security all from one place.
Starting price: £7 for Core HR with limited features
Best for: Larger enterprises needing to control more than just HR in one platform
Key features of Rippling
User-Friendly and Intuitive: Easy-to-navigate interface with powerful automation capabilities that simplify complex HR tasks like onboarding, payroll, and compliance.
Comprehensive Platform: Combines HR, IT, and finance management into one system, reducing the need for multiple tools and streamlining operations.
Seamless Integrations: Offers extensive integration options with over 500 third-party apps, making it easy to connect with existing business tools.
Suitable for large businesses: Offers more than just HR, it includes IT & Finance all in one place, making it suitable for larger enterprises looking for an all in one solution
Humaans
Humaans is a modern HR software platform designed to simplify employee management by centralizing core HR tasks like onboarding, time-off tracking, and data management in an intuitive interface. It’s ideal for small to mid-sized companies looking for a sleek, user-friendly solution that integrates easily with other popular tools. It's recognised for its clean UI & design making it attractive for those that appreciate a modern interface.
Starting price: Not advertised
Best for: Great for SMEs & growing companies
Key features of Humaans
Seamless Integrations: Connects effortlessly with popular tools like Slack, Google Workspace, and various payroll providers.
Simplicity and Ease of Use: Clean, intuitive design makes it easy for HR teams and employees to navigate and manage tasks without a steep learning curve.
Scalable for Growing Teams: Tailored for small to mid-sized businesses, offering flexibility and scalability as companies expand and their HR needs evolve.
