7.9
Overall Score
7 dimensions
Overview
BambooHR is the most popular HR platform for SMBs, covering employee records, onboarding, PTO tracking, performance reviews, and basic payroll. It's the default HR system for Series A–B startups that don't need the complexity of Workday or ADP.
Scorecard
Core Capability8.5
Excellent HRIS core with e-signatures, onboarding workflows, PTO management, and performance reviews.
Ease of Use9.0
Most user-friendly HR platform for non-HR admins. Clean UI that employees actually use.
Integrations8.0
100+ integrations with payroll, ATS, and productivity tools. Marketplace for custom apps.
Pricing Value7.0
Custom pricing based on headcount. Mid-market price point. Good value for 25–500 employees.
AI Sophistication6.5
Limited AI features currently. Basic reporting and analytics. AI roadmap developing.
Community & Support8.5
Active community, SHRM partnership, and HR resources library. Strong customer support reputation.
Scalability7.5
Best for 25–500 employees. Larger orgs often graduate to Workday or UKG.
Pros
- + Best UX of any HR platform
- + Employees and managers actually use it without training
- + Strong onboarding workflow automation
Cons
- − No built-in payroll processing in all markets
- − Limited for enterprise compliance needs
- − Reporting can feel basic for data-heavy HR teams
Best For
· Series A–C startups building their first real HR system
· Teams of 25–300 replacing spreadsheet-based HR
· HR leaders who want adoption without fighting employees
Pricing
EssentialsCustom/employee
AdvantageCustom/employee
Key Integrations
Company Info
Founded2008
HQLindon, UT
Team Size1000–5000
FundingAcquired by Agiloft 2022