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HR Cloud alternatives

As of Nov 13, 2026, the best HR Cloud alternative for most people is BambooHR (2.4 GPA), second in our ranking of HR software.

HR Cloud compared with 5 alternatives: BambooHR, Namely, HiBob, Bonusly and Nectar HR.

HR Cloud's current pricing could not be confirmed from its own site. None of the alternatives has a free plan. 2 more offer a free trial.

Listings checked up to Nov 12, 2026 · Where the facts come from

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At a glance

ToolPriceFree planRuns on
HR CloudThis toolPaidNoWeb, iOS, Android
BambooHRFree trial · from $250/moTrial onlyWeb, iOS, Android
NamelyFrom $9/moNoWeb, iOS, Android
HiBobPaidNoWeb, iOS, Android
BonuslyFree trial · from $5/moTrial onlyWeb, iOS, Android
Nectar HRPaidNoWeb

How each one differs from HR Cloud

  1. BambooHR

    HR records, hiring, time off and reviews, with US payroll as an add-on

    • BambooHR starts at $250 per month for up to 25 employees, then $10 per employee / month.
    • BambooHR also covers reports and payroll.
    • BambooHR does not cover time clock, which HR Cloud does.

    Suits: Small and mid-sized US companies replacing spreadsheets for HR

    BambooHR vs HR CloudBambooHR pricing and details

  2. Namely

    US HR, payroll and benefits for mid-sized firms, with managed services

    • Namely starts at $9 per employee / month and up, for Namely Now.
    • Namely also covers reports, payroll and shift scheduling.

    Suits: US mid-sized companies wanting HR, payroll and benefits in one system

    Namely vs HR CloudNamely pricing and details

  3. HiBob

    HR platform for mid-sized global firms, with US and UK payroll

    • HiBob also covers reports and payroll.
    • HiBob does not cover time clock, which HR Cloud does.

    Suits: Mid-sized companies with staff in several countries

    HiBob vs HR CloudHiBob pricing and details

  4. Bonusly

    Peer-to-peer employee recognition and rewards

    • Bonusly starts at $5 per user / month with Bizy, billed monthly ($50 per user / year billed annually).
    • Bonusly also covers reports and community.
    • Bonusly does not cover time clock, applicant tracking, employee records and time off, which HR Cloud does.

    Suits: Companies that already work in Slack or Teams and want recognition built there

    Bonusly vs HR CloudBonusly pricing and details

  5. Nectar HR

    Employee recognition, rewards and internal communications

    • Nectar HR lists no iOS and Android apps, which HR Cloud has.
    • Nectar HR also covers workflow automation, surveys and reports.
    • Nectar HR does not cover time clock, applicant tracking, employee records and time off, which HR Cloud does.

    Suits: Deskless and shift-based teams that need recognition on a phone or kiosk

    Nectar HR vs HR CloudNectar HR pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in HR Cloud

  • No prices are published: all three plans are Get a quote.
  • A separate SMB pricing page exists for companies under 250 employees; it was not read.
  • Recruiting, time off and performance need the Growth plan, and engagement needs Full Suite.
HR Cloud pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to HR Cloud?

The alternatives to HR Cloud in this directory are BambooHR, Namely, HiBob, Bonusly and Nectar HR. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with HR Cloud.

Is there a free alternative to HR Cloud?

None of the alternatives listed here has a free plan. BambooHR and Bonusly offer a free trial.

When were these prices checked?

Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 18, 2026 to Nov 12, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.