BambooHR vs Paylocity
Side-by-side from the Top 11 rankings of The 11 Best HRIS for Small Businesses and The 11 Best Benefits Administration Software Platforms. Last verified May 31, 2026.
The short answer
BambooHR ranks higher on Top 11 (#3 vs #6) for SMBs replacing spreadsheets with a real HRIS / HR teams managing employee health insurance, 401k, and benefits enrollment. Excellent core HR platform with a focus on employee data and experience.
At a glance
| BambooHR | Paylocity | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #3 / The 11 Best HRIS for Small Businesses | #6 / The 11 Best Benefits Administration Software Platforms |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8.8 | 8.2 |
| Best for | Best-in-class core HR and user experience | Best for Employee Engagement |
| Pricing | $$$ (Varies, quote required) | $$$ (Custom Quote) |
| HQ | Lindon, USA | Schaumburg, USA |
| Founded | 2008 | 1997 |
Paylocity
A solid HCM that links benefits to employee communication.
www.paylocity.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Benefits Administration Software Platforms
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