--- description: Learn more about BambooHR price, benefits, and disadvantages for businesses in South Africa. Read reviews from verified users and discover similar tools. image: https://gdm-localsites-assets-gfprod.imgix.net/images/capterra/og_logo-e5a8c001ed0bd1bb922639230fcea71a.png?auto=format%2Cenhance%2Ccompress title: BambooHR Price, Reviews & Features - Capterra South Africa 2026 --- Breadcrumb: [Home](/) > [Human Resources Software](/directory/5/human-resource/software) > [BambooHR](/software/110968/bamboohr) # BambooHR Canonical: https://www.capterra.co.za/software/110968/bamboohr Page: 1 / 140\ Next: [Next page](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/110968/bamboohr?page=2) > BambooHR is a cloud-based HR software platform that help streamline hiring, onboarding, payroll, and benefits administration. > > Verdict: Rated **4.6/5** by 3460 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**. ----- ## Overview ### Who Uses BambooHR? BambooHR centralizes employee, payroll, time, and benefits data, ensuring accuracy, security, and seamless coordination for peace of mind. ## Quick Stats & Ratings | Metric | Rating | Detail | | **Overall** | **4.6/5** | 3460 Reviews | | Ease of Use | 4.7/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Customer Support | 4.5/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Value for Money | 4.5/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Features | 4.4/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Recommendation percentage | 90% | (9/10 Likelihood to recommend) | ## About the vendor - **Company**: BambooHR - **Location**: Lindon, US - **Founded**: 2008 ## Commercial Context - **Starting Price**: US$10,00 - **Pricing model**: Per User (Free Trial) - **Pricing Details**: BambooHR® plans start at just $10 USD/mo per employee with volume and non-profit discounts available. There are three packages to choose from: Core, Pro, or Elite. BambooHR offers a range of pricing plans designed to cater to different needs and preferences. The plans are comprehensive, offering HR, payroll, and benefits management solutions in one complete package. Users can select from multiple plan options and add-ons to customize their experience and find the perfect fit for their organization. One key distinguishing feature is the flexibility of the plans, allowing users to pay a single low monthly payment and providing the option to cancel at any time. This flexibility gives users control over their subscription and ensures that they are only paying for the services they need, making BambooHR's pricing plans both convenient and tailored to individual requirements. - **Target Audience**: 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1 000, 1 001–5 000, 5 001–10 000, 10 000+ - **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Chromebook (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) - **Supported Languages**: Brazilian Portuguese, Dutch, English, French, German, Portuguese, Spanish - **Available Countries**: Australia, Brazil, Canada, Denmark, France, Germany, Ireland, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, South Africa, Spain, United Kingdom, United States ## Features - Access Controls/Permissions - Activity Dashboard - Activity/News Feed - Alerts/Notifications - Applicant Tracking - Application Management - Archiving & Retention - Attendance Tracking - Benefits Dashboard - Billable & Non-Billable Hours - Calendar Management - Candidate Management - Clock In/Out - Communication Management - Compensation Management - Dashboard - Direct Deposit - Document Management - Employee Database - Employee Directory - Employee Management - Employee Portal - Employee Recognition Software - Employee Self Service - Engagement Tracking - Goal Management - Goal Setting/Tracking - HR Management - Health Insurance Administration - Interview Management - Job Posting - Leave Tracking - Mobile Access - Online Benefits Enrollment - Overtime Calculation - Payroll Management - Payroll Reporting - Performance Review Management - Project Time Tracking - Resume Storage - Self Service Portal - Surveys & Feedback - Task Management - Tax Compliance - Time & Attendance - Time Tracking - Timesheet Management - Trend Analysis - Vacation/Leave Tracking - W-2 Preparation ... and 32 more features ## Integrations (135 total) - 15Five - ABILITY SMARTFORCE Scheduler - Absorb LMS - Accord - Aclaimant - Aeqium - Applauz Recognition - Applicant Tracking System - AppsCo One - Aquera - Assemble - Assembly - Awardco - Beekeeper - Bitium ... and 120 more integrations ## Support Options - Email/Help Desk - FAQs/Forum - Knowledge Base - Phone Support - Chat ## Category - [Human Resources Software](https://www.capterra.co.za/directory/5/human-resource/software) ## Related Categories - [Human Resources Software](https://www.capterra.co.za/directory/5/human-resource/software) - [Benefits Administration Software](https://www.capterra.co.za/directory/10025/benefits-administration/software) - [Applicant Tracking Systems](https://www.capterra.co.za/directory/30060/applicant-tracking/software) - [Performance Appraisal Software](https://www.capterra.co.za/directory/30061/performance-appraisal/software) - [Payroll Software](https://www.capterra.co.za/directory/30202/payroll/software) ## Alternatives 1. 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I wish there was more room for customization when we need to generate complex, specialized reports for upper management. > > BambooHR has fundamentally improved how we manage our employee data. It is a fantastic, reliable core HR system that is perfectly suited for small to medium-sized businesses. While it might lack some of the heavy, enterprise-level customizations, it absolutely excels at streamlining daily HR operations and improving the onboarding experience. ----- ### "BambooHR-REVIEW" — 5.0/5 > **JEDD** | *22 April 2026* | Accounting | Recommendation rating: 9.0/10 > > **Pros**: easy to navigate and communicate, easy to understand and action different processes, payroll info and its value for money > > **Cons**: sometimes its a bit slow but overall it provides customer support. it allows for small business management and smooth process flow. > > 10/10, no issues other than being slow sometimes, everything is understandable and self explanatory. ----- ### "Bamboo HR, the way to go." — 5.0/5 > **Tshiamelo** | *21 April 2026* | Financial Services | Recommendation rating: 8.0/10 > > **Pros**: The ability to easily manoeuvre the lay-out and access. I can easily access my performance, my time-off request etc. > > **Cons**: There is none that I like least about BambooHR. Everything has met my expectation, and the platform is doing what's expected from it. > > It was my first time making use of BambooHR ever since I left my previous role and it has been nothing but the best so far. ----- ### "Easiest 5 Stars\!" — 5.0/5 > **Chad** | *19 June 2026* | Staffing & Recruiting | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: Very easy to use and simple enough for a 'Newbie' to get it right the first time around, loved it from the onboarding process. > > **Cons**: That there isn't really an option to add a sick note to your time off request, though not entirely a negative, was still able to figure out how to upload documentation. > > Easy, self explanatory, and a little fun - love that I could immediately see all my teammates, their locations and profile photos. ----- ### "Simple but powerful." — 5.0/5 > **José Francisco** | *14 May 2026* | Information Technology & Services | Recommendation rating: 8.0/10 > > **Pros**: It easy access by login with SSO authentication. Distribution of menus facilitates to find the right option when needed. Quick access shortcuts and mini reports (for pending vacations) are super. > > **Cons**: Report for consumed days (vacations, sick, PTO) are hard to read when listed in table and make it difficult to validate when listed. > > In general it has been very intuitive to use, as employee but as manager too. 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