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Personio is a comprehensive HR software designed for small and medium-sized businesses. It streamlines key processes such as recruiting, onboarding, payroll, performance management, and employee data administration within a single platform.
By integrating these functions, Personio helps organizations save time, reduce manual errors, and improve compliance. Its intuitive design and automation features allow HR teams to focus more on people and strategic growth rather than administrative tasks.
Employee Data Management: Centralized digital employee files that store contracts, personal data, and documents securely, which ensures easy access and better compliance across the organization.
Payroll Automation: Integrated payroll processing that syncs with employee data and time tracking, which reduces errors and ensures accurate salary payments on time.
Recruitment and Onboarding: End-to-end hiring tools that manage job postings, applicant tracking, and onboarding steps, which streamline the recruitment journey for both HR teams and new hires.
Time and Attendance Tracking: Automated time recording and absence management that capture working hours and leave requests, which improves accuracy and helps in workforce planning.
Performance and Development: Structured performance reviews, goal tracking, and learning support that help develop employees and align individual growth with overall business objectives.
Workflow Automation: Configurable workflows and approval processes that reduce manual tasks and ensure consistent HR operations across multiple teams and departments.
| Category | Plan / Feature | Description | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Core HR Packages | Core | Centralize essential HR functions like employee data, absence tracking. | Includes 200+ integrations. |
| Core Pro | All Core features + unlimited e-signatures, advanced document management. | Enhanced efficiency for larger teams. | |
| Apps (Add-ons) | Recruiting | Manage hiring process efficiently. | Priced individually. |
| Performance & Development | Track employee growth and performance. | Optional, add-on. | |
| Surveys | Collect employee feedback. | Optional, add-on. | |
| Compensation | Manage salaries, bonuses, and other compensation elements. | Optional, add-on. | |
| Whistleblowing | Anonymous reporting and compliance tool. | Optional, add-on. | |
| Payroll Plans | Basic | Essential payroll functionalities. | Suitable for small organizations. |
| Standard | Additional payroll features. | More comprehensive management. | |
| Pro | Advanced payroll capabilities for larger organizations. | Includes complex payroll requirements. | |
| Expert | Specialized payroll services including tax advisor support. | For organizations with complex needs. | |
| Nonprofit Discount | — | 50% off for eligible nonprofit organizations. | Apply when eligible. |
| Custom Quote | — | Personalized pricing based on organization size and selected features. | Book a demo to get exact pricing. |
| Competitor | Pros of Personio |
|---|---|
| Rippling | Personio offers a more focused end-to-end HR experience that neatly bundles HR, payroll, recruiting, and employee data in one platform. |
| HiBob | Personio covers more of the full employee lifecycle with fewer separate tools, which simplifies overall HR management. |
| Factorial | Personio scales beyond small businesses and includes more advanced reporting and compliance as companies grow. |
| BambooHR | Personio supports payroll and compensation natively, whereas BambooHR often relies on third-party integrations for those functions. |
| SAP SuccessFactors / Workday (grouping large enterprise suites) | Personio remains more approachable and easier to implement for small to mid-sized businesses, while still offering robust HR coverage. |
| Competitor | Cons of Personio |
|---|---|
| Rippling | Personio lacks Rippling’s strong IT and device management tools, which are valuable for remote and hybrid-work setups. |
| HiBob | Personio does not match the same level of people analytics and engagement features that HiBob specializes in. |
| Factorial | Personio may be more complex and costly for very small companies that only need basic HR, while Factorial remains more affordable. |
| BambooHR | Personio’s interface can feel less intuitive or polished for smaller teams who value simplicity above integrated depth. |
| SAP SuccessFactors / Workday | Personio lacks the advanced global enterprise features, deep analytics, and financial integration that large organizations often require. |
