Paycom vs Paylocity
Side-by-side from the Top 11 rankings of The 11 Best Workforce Management Software Platforms and The 11 Best Benefits Administration Software Platforms. Last verified June 18, 2026.
The short answer
Paycom ranks higher on Top 11 (#5 vs #6) for Operations and HR managers scheduling staff, tracking time, and managing labor costs / HR teams managing employee health insurance, 401k, and benefits enrollment. Eliminates data errors with its single-database design.
At a glance
| Paycom | Paylocity | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #5 / The 11 Best Workforce Management Software Platforms | #6 / The 11 Best Benefits Administration Software Platforms |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8.4 | 8.2 |
| Best for | Single-database HR, payroll, and WFM. | Best for Employee Engagement |
| Pricing | $$$ ($12 - $25 PEPM) | $$$ (Custom Quote) |
| HQ | Oklahoma City, USA | Schaumburg, USA |
| Founded | 1998 | 1997 |
Paycom
Eliminates data errors with its single-database design.
www.paycom.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Workforce Management Software Platforms
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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