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# Compare Paylocity vs SmartHR

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

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## At a Glance

| Metric | Paylocity | SmartHR |
| **Overall rating** | 4.3/5 | 4.0/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 1822 | 6 |
| **Starting Price** | - | - |
| **Free Trial** | No | - |
| **Free Version** | No | No |
| **Deployment** | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Windows (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Linux (On-Premise) |
| **Support** | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, Chat | Chat |
| **Training** | In Person, Live Online, Webinars, Documentation, Videos | In Person, Live Online, Webinars, Documentation |

## 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.

### SmartHR

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## Key features

### Paylocity

- 360 Degree Feedback
- Applicant Tracking
- Customizable Reports
- Employee Database
- Goal Management
- HR Management
- Job Requisition
- Offboarding
- Onboarding
- Payroll Management
- Performance Management
- Recruitment Management
- Reminders
- Reporting/Analytics
- Succession Planning
- Talent Management
- Time & Attendance
- Time Tracking
- Web-based Deployment
- Workforce Management

### SmartHR

- 360 Degree Feedback
- Applicant Tracking
- Employee Database
- Goal Management
- HR Management
- Offboarding
- Onboarding
- Payroll Management
- Performance Management
- Recruitment Management
- Reminders
- Reporting/Analytics
- Succession Planning
- Talent Management
- Time & Attendance
- Time Tracking
- Workforce Management

## Links

- [View Paylocity Profile](https://www.capterra.com.au/software/86714/webpay)
- [View SmartHR Profile](https://www.capterra.com.au/software/161864/smarthr)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.com.au/compare/86714/161864/webpay/vs/smarthr)

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