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Rise People alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the best Rise People alternative for most people is Zoho People (2.4 GPA), first in our ranking of HR software. It's also the best free one. The catch, in its listing's words: "Free for up to 3 users."
Rise People compared with 6 alternatives: BambooHR, Breathe, HiBob, Zoho People, CharlieHR and 1 more.
Rise People is a paid product, starting at C$8 per employee / month, plus a base fee. 1 of the 6 alternatives is free or has a free plan. 3 more offer a free trial.
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rise PeopleThis tool | From $8/mo | No | Web |
| BambooHR | Free trial · from $250/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android |
| Breathe | Free trial · from £24/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android |
| HiBob | Paid | No | Web, iOS, Android |
| Zoho People | Free plan · from $3/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| CharlieHR | Free trial · from £21/mo | Trial only | Web |
| isolved | Paid | No | Web |
How each one differs from Rise People
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 lists iOS and Android apps.
- BambooHR also covers reports.
- BambooHR does not cover shift scheduling and time clock, which Rise People does.
Suits: Small and mid-sized US companies replacing spreadsheets for HR
Breathe
UK HR software for small firms, priced per business, not per person
- Breathe starts at £24 per month for up to 10 employees, billed monthly (pounds, excluding VAT).
- Breathe also lists iOS and Android apps.
- Breathe also covers reports and expense tracking.
- Breathe does not cover payroll, which Rise People does.
Suits: UK small businesses with up to 200 staff
HiBob
HR platform for mid-sized global firms, with US and UK payroll
- HiBob also lists iOS and Android apps.
- HiBob also covers reports.
- HiBob does not cover shift scheduling and time clock, which Rise People does.
Suits: Mid-sized companies with staff in several countries
Zoho People
Low-cost HR records, attendance, shifts and reviews from Zoho
- Zoho People starts at $3 per user / month, billed annually ($4 billed monthly).
- Zoho People has a free plan, which Rise People lacks.
- Zoho People also lists iOS and Android apps.
- Zoho People also covers reports.
- Zoho People does not cover payroll and applicant tracking, which Rise People does.
Suits: Small businesses that want HR at a low price per user
CharlieHR
HR software for UK small businesses, priced by team-size bracket
- CharlieHR starts at £21 per month for up to 4 team members (pounds, excluding VAT).
- CharlieHR also covers surveys.
- CharlieHR does not cover payroll, shift scheduling and time clock, which Rise People does.
Suits: UK small businesses hiring their first HR system
isolved
HR, payroll, benefits and talent software on one platform
- isolved also covers reports.
- isolved does not cover shift scheduling and time off, which Rise People does.
Suits: US small and mid-sized employers that want HR, payroll and benefits from one vendor
Limits worth knowing in Rise People
- Pricing is in Canadian dollars and every tier carries a base fee that the page does not state.
- Only the Start tier has a published price; Grow and Optimize are quoted on request.
- The page covers Canadian payroll (CRA remittances, T4s), so it is not a fit for payroll outside Canada.
- Time tracking, scheduling, managed payroll and benefits are add-ons; benefits give 30% off Rise platform fees.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Rise People?
The alternatives to Rise People in this directory are BambooHR, Breathe, HiBob, Zoho People, CharlieHR and isolved. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Rise People.
Is there a free alternative to Rise People?
Yes. Zoho People has a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Rise People alternatives work on Android?
The Rise People listing does not include an Android app. BambooHR, Breathe, HiBob and Zoho People list one.
Which Rise People alternatives work on iOS?
The Rise People listing does not include an iOS app. BambooHR, Breathe, HiBob and Zoho People list one.
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.