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Paycor’s payroll software is an easy-to-use tool that streamlines the process, reduces compliance challenges and helps ensure accuracy.

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Pros:

Tool is easy to use and has a nice iframe that can be placed directly on a website with little to no coding experience.

Cons:

Sales promised the World. Timecard approvals are meaningless because it does not prevent the timecard from being changed afterward.

Paycor ratings

Average score

Ease of Use
4.3
Customer Service
4.2
Features
4.2
Value for Money
4.2

Likelihood to recommend

8.1/ 10

Paycor has an overall rating of 4.4 out 5 stars based on 2,933 user reviews on Capterra.

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Shelly
Shelly
Human Resources and Accounting Mgr. in US
Verified LinkedIn User
Security & Investigations, 11–50 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Paycor, our best decision!

5.0 3 months ago

Comments: Our experience with Paycor has been great, transitioning from another vendor was smooth and hassle free.

Pros:

The smooth onboarding and continued support.

Cons:

There is nothing that I like least about Paycor.

Paycor Response

3 months ago

We appreciate your positive feedback! We're glad to hear that your transition to Paycor was smooth and that you're finding the platform helpful.

Cathy
Controller in US
Hospitality, 51–200 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Alternatives Considered:

Paycor is a great product

5.0 3 months ago

Comments: I am very pleased with the functionality as well as the customer service with Paycor.

Pros:

Paycor is very easy to use and to train new people on how to use. Recruiting, training and hiring is very useful and well planned.

Cons:

I don't have any complaints. It is a great product.

Paycor Response

3 months ago

We appreciate your positive feedback! We're glad to hear that you find Paycor easy to use and that the recruiting, training, and hiring features are particularly helpful. We'll share your comments with our team.

Krysta
Yoga instructor digital marketer in US
Alternative Medicine, 2–10 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

My experience with Paycor

5.0 2 weeks ago New

Comments: My overall experience with Paycor was pretty positive! I had an issue where I had to deal with customer service and they were impeccable! They went above and beyond to meet my needs and resolve my issue!

Pros:

What I liked most was the simplicity. Even with complex payroll or reporting needs, Paycor made it straightforward. It's user-friendly, and that's a huge plus

Cons:

There was nothing that I liked least with Paycor as I had a positive experience and wonderful time using it.

Heather
Director, HR and Administration in US
Information Technology & Services, 501–1,000 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Alternatives Considered:

Paycor - no accountabillity

2.0 4 months ago

Comments: Horrible - lack of ownership. Refusal to research data issues. Outright lies about functionality of product vs actual usage.

Pros:

We truly liked our salesperson, but even they have left Paycor now.

Cons:

No audit trail, no dedicated support, refusal to allow access to all support teams when we had questions, lack of connectivity in their own products

Paycor Response

3 months ago

We appreciate your feedback. We'll share your comments with our team. We understand that choosing the right HRIS system is a significant decision. We're committed to continuously improving our platform and services to better meet the needs of our clients.

Verified Reviewer
Verified LinkedIn User
Nonprofit Organization Management, 201–500 Employees
Used the Software for: 1+ year
Reviewer Source

Alternatives Considered:

One Stop Shop!

5.0 3 months ago

Comments: Overall, this system has enhanced our efficiency, improved our employee engagement, and has been a valuable investment for our organization.

Pros:

What stands out more than anything are the multiple channels of support that Paycor provides.

Cons:

The transition took longer than expected.

Paycor Response

3 months ago

We appreciate your positive feedback! We're glad to hear that Paycor has enhanced your efficiency and employee engagement. We'll share your comments with our team.

Michelle
CFO in US
Hospital & Health Care, 51–200 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Paycor review

5.0 last month New

Comments: Patty or has been extremely helpful in solving issues that arise or just answering general questions. Top notch!

Pros:

Ease of use, assistance they provide if questions come up

Cons:

Problems logging on with phones, it has stopped working for our employees

Paycor Response

6 days ago

We are happy to hear you have had a positive experience with Paycor. If you are still experiencing issues with mobile access please create a case on our platform.

Arial
Hearing Care Coordinator in US
Health, Wellness & Fitness, 1,001–5,000 Employees
Used the Software for: Free Trial
Reviewer Source

Paycor is worth it.

4.0 last month New

Comments: Its not hard to use or navigate but I prefer the overall usage of ADP vs Paycor.

Pros:

There's so many different things that Paycor can offer.

Cons:

I understand no payroll provider is perfect, but ADP seemed leagues better than Paycor.

Paycor Response

6 days ago

Thank you for your review. We appreciate you finding Paycor easy to use and noting the variety of features we offer.

Canyon
General manager in US
Consumer Services, 11–50 Employees
Used the Software for: 1+ year
Reviewer Source

The best one you have

4.0 last week New

Comments: Good I’ve been using it for almost 2 1/2 years now and anytime I’ve ever needed anything so been pretty good

Pros:

The ease of use, and it always gives me the help that I

Cons:

The mobile version is terrible to do anything on

Amy
Clerk in US
Verified LinkedIn User
Government Administration, 501–1,000 Employees
Used the Software for: 6-12 months
Reviewer Source

Amy's review

5.0 last month New

Pros:

PayCor is a great payroll platform. It provides different financial tools for employers and employees.

Cons:

Nothing, it is a good platform to use to manage payroll and other finances.

Paycor Response

6 days ago

Thank you for your positive review! We're glad you find Paycor a great payroll platform with valuable financial tools.

Grethe
Accounts Soecialist in US
Industrial Automation, 2–10 Employees
Used the Software for: 1+ year
Reviewer Source

Paycor user

5.0 3 weeks ago New

Pros:

User interface was easy on the eyes and beginner friendly

Cons:

Difficult to navigate between screens when looking for pto

Adriane
Chief Talent Officer in US
Hospital & Health Care, 201–500 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Alternatives Considered:

Paycor meets needs

4.0 9 months ago

Pros:

We were able to integrate more things into this one system. It’s easy to use and learn. The recruitment and onboarding work great.

Cons:

The benefits module is super hard to get set up, the process is using excel spreadsheets and so many opportunities for error. We are on our third attempt and it’s still painful.

Paycor Response

9 months ago

Thank you for your review! We're glad to hear that Paycor has been able to meet your needs and that you find it easy to use and learn. We apologize for the difficulties you've experienced with setting up the benefits module. We understand the frustration and are committed to improving the process to minimize errors. We appreciate your feedback and are constantly working to enhance our system. We're glad that you chose Paycor based on the price and the support you received during the sales process. Thank you for choosing Paycor as your HR solution.

Steven
Production Supervisor in US
Insurance, 501–1,000 Employees
Used the Software for: 1+ year
Reviewer Source

A Fine Alternative To ADP

5.0 10 months ago

Comments: At first I was hesitant when we switched over from ADP. But I can say not only am I impressed, but I actually prefer it now!!

Pros:

It's extremely used friendly and I love the UI! It's an extremely versatile program that we use for payroll, employee benefits, tracking of both personal and employees performance, tax prep and so much more!

Cons:

My one and only complaint was that it was initially particularly easy to navigate the benefits portions and features on Paycor. But once that was discerned, it was easy to do in subsequent years.

Paycor Response

9 months ago

Thank you for your positive feedback on your experience with Paycor. We're glad to hear that you find our platform user-friendly and versatile for your payroll, employee benefits, and performance tracking needs. We appreciate your preference for Paycor over ADP and we're committed to providing you with a great overall experience.

Tiffany
HR Supervisor in US
Wholesale, 501–1,000 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Alternatives Considered:

Paycor makes payroll easy!

5.0 4 months ago

Comments: Great! Easy set up and help when needed, I love the new chat feature that makes getting help easy while continuing other work!

Pros:

The designated setup team makes implementation so easy. Each department is included and thorough. The reports being able to be customizable is a great help.

Cons:

During payroll weeks the time cards are slow to load we always have to do refreshes or shut the browser down and reopen

Paycor Response

4 months ago

We appreciate your feedback. We're glad to hear you find the implementation process and reporting capabilities helpful. We'll share your comments with our team.

Lisa
Practice Manager in US
Veterinary, 11–50 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Glad we switched

5.0 7 months ago

Comments: Very happy we switched to Paycor. The system is robust while not feeling overwhelming. Very user friendly and good customer service.

Pros:

Very user friendly. Robust system while not feeling overwhelming.

Cons:

The updates. The updates have made things harder to find.

Paycor Response

6 months ago

Thank you for your positive review! We're glad you switched to Paycor and find our system user-friendly and robust. We appreciate your feedback on the updates and will continue to improve based on user input.

Jenna
Office Manager in US
Environmental Services, 11–50 Employees
Used the Software for: 6-12 months
Reviewer Source

Paycor is user friendly

3.0 4 months ago

Comments: It was generally positive though I have had better experiences with other payroll companies.

Pros:

It was easy to add new employees and input their hours

Cons:

I did not like that we had to pay to get payroll information shortly after our service ended.

Paycor Response

3 months ago

We appreciate your feedback. We understand your concerns regarding data access after service termination. Please note that data retention and access policies are in place to ensure data security and compliance. For extended data access, please contact our support team to discuss potential options. We're glad to hear that you found Paycor user-friendly for adding new employees and inputting hours.

Savannah
Executive Director in US
2128, 51–200 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Paycor for Beginners

4.0 4 months ago

Comments: Paycor saved its purpose for a time but as our company continues to grow we are needing a software with better customer service and higher functionality.

Pros:

We were able to use the various functions of Paycor to thoroughly manage our staff.

Cons:

There seemed to be quite a few frequent glitches with the software. The customer service was also far from top notch. Often speaking to individuals who would attempt to talk me through a fix from somewhere out of the country.

Paycor Response

3 months ago

We appreciate your feedback. We understand your concerns and will share your comments with our team.

Caroline
Sales Manager in US
Retail, 51–200 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Paycor Unique Payroll System

5.0 6 months ago

Comments: Paycor is my daily choice to use for payroll of employees.

Pros:

Paycor is easy to use and it has a system that is easy to use. With the system paying employees is easy and this saves time.

Cons:

I have nothing that I have seen to be a miss with this platform.

Paycor Response

6 months ago

Thank you for your review and feedback regarding Paycor's payroll system. We appreciate your positive comments about the ease of use and efficiency of our system. We are glad to hear that it has been your daily choice for payroll. Thank you for choosing Paycor as your payroll solution.

Jessica
Payroll Specialist in US
Warehousing, 201–500 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Happy Paycor Customer

5.0 4 months ago

Comments: We have been using Paycor for about 3 years. It was a rocky start with our PTO plans not calculating correctly but have fixed those issues. I have taken the time to get Paycor Certified and that has helped me know my way around reporting and timekeeping, which was tricky to figure out at the start. Through the years, I truly believe Paycor is dedicated to improving because I see it every day.

Pros:

It's easy to use! Paycor offers a ton of options to have the system work exactly how you need it to. The trainings are also fabulous!!

Cons:

They do like to change things around, which can be frustrating, but they have a ton of guides to make you aware of what's changing.

Paycor Response

3 months ago

We appreciate your positive feedback! We're glad to hear that you've found Paycor easy to use and that the training resources have been helpful. We're also pleased to know that you've found Paycor's platform to be continuously improving. We'll share your comments with our team.

Heather
Administrative Assistant and Payroll Specialist in US
Hospital & Health Care, 11–50 Employees
Used the Software for: 1+ year
Reviewer Source

One of the greatest yet easiest payroll software programs out

5.0 9 months ago

Comments: Its a great program and not real hard to navigate, I would recommend to any small business or any start up thats not familiar with payroll yet or time management calculations.

Pros:

Everything I mentioned above but most of all the direct deposit features as well as the time clock by web or mobile with geovalidation .

Cons:

The cost of the software is whaf I would say I liked the least ,it was sonewhat more than other software providers .I was worth it but thats about the only dislike I can think of .

Paycor Response

9 months ago

shorten Thank you for your positive review of Paycor's payroll software. We appreciate your feedback on the direct deposit features and time clock functionality. While the cost may be a concern, we believe the value and benefits make it worth the investment. We're glad you find it easy to navigate and would recommend it to small businesses and startups.

Jessica
Director of Human Resources in US
Construction, 51–200 Employees
Used the Software for: 6-12 months
Reviewer Source

Paycor as an HRIS

4.0 9 months ago

Comments: I went to Paycor's user conference in April 2024 and benefited from doing so. I was able to voice some frustrations/questions while there; representatives from Paycor did follow up with me later to provide answers and training. The sessions they offered had product-specific information, which was helpful to me as a new user. My Paycor experience has been much more positive since then. I did appreciate being heard.

Pros:

The Paycor platform is intuitive to end users.

Cons:

Paycor's general customer service is underwhelming. The implementation for HR modules was nonexisten.

Paycor Response

8 months ago

Thank you for your feedback. We apologize for any underwhelming experiences with our general customer service and the lack of implementation for HR modules. We are glad that attending Paycor's user conference allowed you to voice your frustrations and that representatives followed up with answers and training. We appreciate your feedback and are committed to continuously improving our services.

Candy
HR Generalist in US
Machinery, 51–200 Employees
Used the Software for: 1+ year
Reviewer Source

pretty good experience

4.0 7 months ago

Comments: overall the experience is ok. I wish we had dedicated support specialists. It feels as though if there is a problem and you need to contact support there is always someone new that we have to reach out to and explain the situation yet again.
I also understand from our payroll person that there seems to be quarterly tax issues and she tries numerous times to get it take care of. In this regard it is costing out company more money.

Pros:

A lot of the features make sense and I like that it is one central portal for our needs.

Cons:

Things will change without notice. Also, if we are having an issue with something we will hear it is a "known issue". I feel we, the customer, should know too.

Paycor Response

7 months ago

Thank you for your review! We appreciate your positive feedback about our features and convenience. We apologize for any inconvenience caused by changes without notice and the lack of communication regarding known issues. We will work on improving our communication and providing better support. Thank you for your feedback and for choosing our services.

Kara
HR Director in US
Machinery, 201–500 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

15 year user

3.0 5 months ago

Comments: Customer service is not good. Some issues with EDI feeds to some benefit plans.

Pros:

Ease of use. System is set up so that it's easy to find things even if you aren't familiar with it.

Cons:

Customer service is lacking. It takes forever to get a response.

Paycor Response

4 months ago

We appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback. Your insights are valuable to us.

Tim
HR Director in US
Civic & Social Organization, 51–200 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Paycor is robust

4.0 9 months ago

Pros:

I like the features in and around the settings management. I like the historical data for the purpose of analytics and for the purpose of getting a quick snapshot of a specific employee's journey through the organization - ie hire date, rate changes, manager changes, status changes, etc

Cons:

its ever-changing offerings and features (or the names for them - COR and Paths and Gravity and Perform and CareerCast and SmartSourcing, etc) and how we arent able to access all the features that we are paying for - we have to call them and ask for access to them one by one. Also the onboarding feature is rough

Paycor Response

8 months ago

Thank you for your feedback. We appreciate your positive comment on the robust features of Paycor, particularly in settings management and historical data. We apologize for any challenges you have experienced with the ever-changing offerings and features, as well as the onboarding process. We value your input and are committed to continuously improving our services.

Nick
Director Of Recruiting Strategy in US
Hospital & Health Care, 201–500 Employees
Used the Software for: 1-5 months
Reviewer Source

Paycor Recruiting - Not worth the money

1.0 last year

Comments: Not great. We have reached out several times to set meetings to get this fixed and try to optimize the platform. We have had 0 response, automated responses that are not applicable, and even escalated the attempts to reach out multiple times. When they finally got back to us months later, they attempted to charge us a fee so they could fix what was all wrong with the platform. Then ghosted us again.

Pros:

Integrates with Paycor on the payroll and HR side.

Cons:

It is hard to navigate. Not user friendly. Low HM adoption rate. Lacking in so many areas. They should drop this product and work on better integrations with better known ATS like Greenhouse or Lever. I also just learned that Paycor is ending their integrations to these top ATS to potentially force people to using theirs or one of the ATS they acquired. This move has made us want to reconsider even using Paycor for payroll and HR.

Paycor Response

last year

Thank you for your feedback. We apologize for any inconvenience or frustration you have experienced with our recruiting platform. We appreciate your input and would like to address your concerns. We value your business and want to ensure your satisfaction with our products and services. Our team is actively working on improving the user experience and addressing any issues you may have encountered.

Amanda
Human Resource Generalist in US
Consumer Goods, 51–200 Employees
Used the Software for: 1+ year
Reviewer Source

Fix Reporting

4.0 7 months ago

Comments: Great. Reporting is not easy to much change with no learning opportunity.

Pros:

The Classes available! I fill like I stay in touch with changes to HR and always learning something new.

Cons:

Reporting. All the changes deleted many reports I saved.

Paycor Response

7 months ago

Thank you for your feedback on Paycor. We're glad to hear that you find our classes helpful in staying up to date with HR changes and learning new things. We apologize for any inconvenience you may have experienced with reporting and the changes that affected your saved reports. We understand the importance of a user-friendly reporting system and we appreciate your feedback. We are continuously working to improve our platform and provide better learning opportunities. Thank you for your support and we hope to address your concerns regarding reporting in the future.