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Best HCM Software in 2026

HCM software helps organisations manage employee records, payroll, talent processes and workforce operations. This list is for people comparing those functions on a budget.

  1. 1

    Employment Hero

    by Employment Hero
    Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+1

    Choose Employment Hero if your organisation needs a web and mobile HR service spanning employee records, leave, onboarding and time tracking.

    7.5 Visit site
  2. 2

    Zoho People

    by Zoho People
    Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+1

    Zoho People covers several core HR tasks and offers web and mobile access. The free plan supports five users; paid tiers also require at least five users, and their individual prices are not listed.

    6.9 Free plan · 30-day trial Visit site
  3. 3

    Keka

    Free trial AndroidAPIExtension+2

    Choose Keka if you want HR, payroll, attendance, and talent functions together, with mobile apps and a broad integration marketplace.

    6.3 Pricing on request Visit site
  4. 4

    ADP Workforce Now

    by ADP Workforce Now
    Paid WebiPhoneAndroid

    ADP Workforce Now covers payroll alongside a range of HR and employee self-service functions. Organizations should review package boundaries and request pricing to assess fit.

    6.0 Pricing on request Visit site
  5. 5

    Cegid HR Talent Management

    by Cegid HR Talent Management
    Paid AndroidAPIiPhone+1
    6.0 Pricing on request Visit site
  6. 6

    Darwinbox

    by Darwinbox
    Paid AndroidAPIiPhone+1

    Choose Darwinbox if your enterprise needs a broad HCM suite spanning workforce, payroll, recruiting, talent, and analytics.

    6.0 Pricing on request Visit site
  7. 7

    Dayforce Scheduling

    by Dayforce Scheduling
    Paid AndroidAPIiPhone+1

    Choose Dayforce Scheduling if your organization needs demand forecasting, centralized staffing, and employee schedule tools in one system.

    6.0 Pricing on request Visit site
  8. 8

    BambooHR

    by BambooHR
    Paid WebiPhoneAndroid

    BambooHR groups several core HR tasks with employee information and mobile access. Review the per-employee charges and job-opening limits when selecting among Core, Pro, and Elite.

    5.9 From $10/mo Visit site
  9. 9

    ELMO Software

    by ELMO Software
    Paid AndroidAPIiPhone+1

    ELMO Software combines broad HR functions with recruitment, learning and workforce tools.

    5.9 Pricing on request Visit site
  10. 10

    isolved HCM

    by isolved HCM
    Paid AndroidAPIiPhone+1

    People Cloud brings HR, payroll, benefits, and talent functions into one platform with web and mobile access. Pricing requires a request, and its options are described as modular.

    5.8 Pricing on request Visit site
  11. 11

    SAP SuccessFactors HCM

    by SAP SuccessFactors HCM
    Free trial AndroidiPhoneWeb

    SAP SuccessFactors HCM brings broad HR, talent and workforce functions into one cloud suite with SAP and partner integrations.

    5.8 Pricing on request · 30-day trial Visit site
  12. 12

    Factorial

    by Factorial
    Paid WebiPhoneAndroid

    Factorial combines employee administration with time-off, onboarding, performance, and time-tracking functions across web and mobile platforms.

    5.7 From $8/user/mo Visit site
  13. 13

    HiBob

    by HiBob
    Paid WebiPhoneAndroid

    HiBob covers several core employee-management processes and offers web and mobile access.

    5.7 Pricing on request Visit site
  14. 14

    Lucca

    by Lucca
    Paid WebiPhoneAndroid

    Lucca covers several core employee-management functions and provides web and mobile access. Buyers should confirm pricing and whether the HR Essentials Suite fits their organization’s needs.

    5.6 Visit site
  15. 15

    Namely

    by Namely
    Paid WebiPhoneAndroid

    Namely covers core HR and payroll workflows with mobile and web access. Namely Now has a stated monthly price, while the other plans require obtaining pricing details.

    5.6 From $9/mo Visit site
  16. 16

    Paycom

    by Paycom
    Paid AndroidiPhoneWeb

    Paycom combines payroll, HR management, employee self-service, and mobile access, with tools for businesses of different sizes.

    5.6 Pricing on request Visit site
  17. 17

    Ramco HCM

    by Ramco HCM
    Paid AndroidAPIiPhone+2

    Ramco HCM brings employee administration, time management, and payroll together with self-service and multiple delivery options.

    5.6 Pricing on request Visit site
  18. 18

    Paylocity

    by Paylocity
    Paid AndroidiPhoneWeb

    Paylocity brings HR, payroll, finance, and IT capabilities together, with mobile features for employee tasks.

    5.5 Pricing on request Visit site
  19. 19

    PeopleStrong

    by PeopleStrong
    Paid WebiPhoneAndroid

    PeopleStrong brings several core HR functions together across web and mobile platforms.

    5.5 From $8,999 Visit site
  20. 20

    Personio

    by Personio
    Paid WebiPhoneAndroid

    Personio covers core employee administration and several operational HR workflows through web and mobile apps.

    5.5 Pricing on request Visit site
  21. 21

    Rippling

    by Rippling
    Paid AndroidiPhoneWeb

    Rippling combines HR and workforce features with employee-data controls, integrations, and reporting. Pricing is available on request.

    5.4 Pricing on request Visit site
  22. 22

    UKG Pro Compensation

    by UKG Pro Compensation
    Paid AndroidiPhoneWeb

    Choose UKG Pro Compensation if your organization needs configurable compensation planning, reward allocation, and enterprise integration options.

    5.3 Pricing on request Visit site
  23. 23

    UKG Ready

    by UKG Ready
    Paid iPhoneWeb

    UKG Ready brings core people and workforce functions into one platform with web and iOS access.

    5.1 Pricing on request Visit site
  24. 24

    Workday Benefits

    Paid AndroidAPIiPhone+1

    Workday Benefits combines benefits administration, employee self-service, and provider integrations alongside employee data.

    5.1 Pricing on request Visit site
  25. 25

    TriNet Zenefits (TriNet HR Platform)

    by TriNet Zenefits (TriNet HR Platform)
    Paid Web

    TriNet Zenefits brings employee administration, time tracking, onboarding, and performance work into one paid platform.

    5.0 Pricing on request Visit site

#1Places #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 on this list can be bought by the makers of the software on it. See the price

Look at each listing’s free access and starting-price details, then assess employee self-service, payroll, talent management and workforce management. Also review deployment choices, mobile support and licensing when code access matters.

Questions

Which functions can HCM software handle?

Depending on the product, HCM software may provide employee self-service, payroll, talent management and workforce management. The list compares these functions.

Can I use an HCM tool for free?

Some entries include a free plan, and others offer free trials. Check the listing for its current terms and limits.

Which platforms are supported?

The entries cover deployments on web, iOS, Android, API connections, extensions and self-hosted setups.

Is payroll part of HCM software?

The comparison includes a payroll field. Check each tool’s details to see whether payroll is included.

Is Keka free?

Keka is listed with a paid pricing model, no free plan and pricing available on request.

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