Zenefits vs BambooHR
Side-by-side from the Top 11 rankings of The 11 Best Benefits Administration Software Platforms and The 11 Best HRIS for Small Businesses. Last verified June 18, 2026.
The short answer
BambooHR ranks higher on Top 11 (#3 vs #3) for HR teams managing employee health insurance, 401k, and benefits enrollment / SMBs replacing spreadsheets with a real HRIS. Excellent core HR platform with a focus on employee data and experience.
At a glance
| Zenefits | BambooHR | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #3 / The 11 Best Benefits Administration Software Platforms | #3 / The 11 Best HRIS for Small Businesses |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8.8 | 8.8 |
| Best for | Best for Broker Integration | Best-in-class core HR and user experience |
| Pricing | $$ ($10 to $27 PEPM) | $$$ (Varies, quote required) |
| HQ | San Francisco, USA | Lindon, USA |
| Founded | 2013 | 2008 |
Zenefits
A strong choice for companies prioritizing the broker relationship.
www.zenefits.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Benefits Administration Software Platforms
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