We compared 8 top alternatives to Paycor on pricing, features, and real user ratings — so you don't have to.
| Tool | Payroll | Global | Free Trial | Starting Price | G2 Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paycor (current) | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ | $99/mo | 4.4/5 |
| Zoho People | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ | $1/mo | 4.4/5 |
| BambooHR | ✓ | ✗ | ✓ | $10/mo | 4.5/5 |
| ADP TotalSource | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ | Custom | 4.2/5 |
| Rippling | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ | $8/mo | 4.8/5 |
| OnPay | ✓ | ✗ | ✓ | $40/mo | 4.8/5 |
| Patriot Payroll | ✓ | ✗ | ✓ | $17/mo | 4.8/5 |
| Rippling PEO | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ | Custom | 4.8/5 |
| Lattice | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | $11/mo | 4.7/5 |
The best Paycor alternative depends on your needs. Zoho People is our top pick for small business, medium business, Zoho users, 1-500 employees, while BambooHR is ideal for small business, medium business, 50-500 employees. Use our comparison table above to find the best fit for your team size and budget.
Common reasons include US-only coverage, implementation fees, and customer support inconsistency reported by some users.
Most Paycor alternatives offer free trials (typically 14–30 days) rather than permanent free plans. Check each vendor's pricing page for current offers.
Paycor starts at $99/month + $5/employee. Alternatives like Zoho People start at $1/month. Always verify current pricing directly with each vendor.