BambooHR vs Zenefits
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best HRIS for Small Businesses. Last verified May 31, 2026.
The short answer
BambooHR ranks higher on Top 11 (#3 vs #4) for SMBs replacing spreadsheets with a real HRIS. Excellent core HR platform with a focus on employee data and experience.
At a glance
| BambooHR | Zenefits | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #3 / The 11 Best HRIS for Small Businesses | #4 / The 11 Best HRIS for Small Businesses |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8.8 | 8.5 |
| Best for | Best-in-class core HR and user experience | Strong all-in-one with great benefits admin |
| Pricing | $$$ (Varies, quote required) | $$ ($10 to $27 PEPM + base fee) |
| HQ | Lindon, USA | San Francisco, USA |
| Founded | 2008 | 2013 |
Methodology and scoring weights live at /methodology. No vendor pays for placement — see about.