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# Compare Paylocity vs SimplePay

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> Detailed comparison between Paylocity and SimplePay. Check ratings, reviews, pricing, and features to make the best decision for your business.

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## At a Glance

| Metric | Paylocity | SimplePay |
| **Overall rating** | 4.3/5 | 4.0/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 1822 | 8 |
| **Starting Price** | - | R60,00 |
| **Free Trial** | No | Yes |
| **Free Version** | No | No |
| **Deployment** | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based |
| **Support** | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, Chat | - |
| **Training** | In Person, Live Online, Webinars, Documentation, Videos | - |

## Best for

### Paylocity

Paylocity works with all size businesses (20-5000+ employees). We partner with HR, Finance, and IT leaders across industries for one platform that covers payroll, benefits, engagement, and data.

### SimplePay

SimplePay was originally designed to serve the SME market, either directly or via accounting firms. However, we have clients ranging in size from one employee to over 1000.

## Key features

### Paylocity

- Ad hoc Reporting
- Applicant Tracking
- Batch Processing
- Benefits Management
- Customizable Reports
- Direct Deposit
- Disability Insurance Administration
- Job Requisition
- Mobile Alerts
- Payroll Management
- Payroll Reporting
- Performance Management
- Recruitment Management
- Reminders
- Self Service Portal
- Talent Management
- Tax Compliance
- Vacation/Leave Tracking
- Wage Garnishment
- Web-based Deployment

### SimplePay

- Benefits Management
- Direct Deposit
- Payroll Management
- Payroll Reporting
- Self Service Portal
- Tax Compliance
- Vacation/Leave Tracking
- Wage Garnishment

## Links

- [View Paylocity Profile](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/86714/webpay)
- [View SimplePay Profile](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/202444/simplepay)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.co.za/compare/86714/202444/webpay/vs/simplepay)

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