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Best Namely Alternatives

10 products that do the same job as Namely, matched to the reason you might switch, with similarity scores and published prices.

By LeadChange Research TeamUpdated Based on 38 sources, most recently checked

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Namely alternatives, closest first

  1. HiBobSimilarity 51
  2. BambooHRSimilarity 48
  3. UKG ReadySimilarity 45

Alternatives by reason for switching

  • Lower published price

    Zoho People

    $75 a month billed annually at 25 employees vs $225 for Namely.

    $3/user/mo (billed annually)1

  • Published pricing

    BambooHR

    Highest-scoring alternative that publishes its prices (9.3/10).

    Published2

  • Built for larger companies

    Rippling

    Serves enterprise companies; Namely does not list enterprise among the sizes it serves.

    Small businesses, mid-market companies, enterprises3

  • Built for small businesses

    Leapsome

    Serves small businesses; Namely does not list them among the sizes it serves.

    Small businesses, mid-market companies, enterprises4

What should your next provider do better than Namely?

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Namely alternatives, closest first

Products built for the same job come first, then products that also cover it, each group by similarity: the share of categories (50%), company sizes served (30%) and pricing model (20%) a product shares with Namely.

Built for the same job

  1. HiBob

    vs Namely: HiBob: quote-only; Namely: from $9/employee/mo. HRIS Software score 6.1 vs 8.6.

    Similarity51 of 100
  2. BambooHR

    vs Namely: From $250 vs $225 a month at 25 employees (starting prices). HRIS Software score 9.3 vs 8.6.

    Similarity48 of 100

    From $250/mo flat up to 25 employees, then $10.25/employee/mo2

  3. UKG Ready

    vs Namely: UKG Ready: quote-only; Namely: from $9/employee/mo. HRIS Software score 5.5 vs 8.6.

    Similarity45 of 100
  4. Rippling

    vs Namely: Rippling: prices published for other plans; Namely: from $9/employee/mo. HRIS Software score 7.9 vs 8.6.

    Similarity35 of 100
  5. Zoho People

    vs Namely: From $75 a month billed annually vs $225 at 25 employees (starting prices). HRIS Software score 8.9 vs 8.6.

    Similarity22 of 100

    From $3/user/mo (billed annually)1

  6. HR Cloud

    vs Namely: HR Cloud: quote-only; Namely: from $9/employee/mo. HRIS Software score 5.7 vs 8.6.

    Similarity7 of 100

Also cover what Namely does

  1. Paylocity

    vs Namely: Paylocity: quote-only; Namely: from $9/employee/mo. HRIS Software score 5.6 vs 8.6.

    Similarity60 of 100
  2. ADP Workforce Now

    vs Namely: ADP Workforce Now: quote-only; Namely: from $9/employee/mo. Not scored yet in HRIS Software; Namely scores 8.6.

    Similarity55 of 100
  3. isolved People Cloud

    vs Namely: isolved People Cloud: quote-only; Namely: from $9/employee/mo. Not scored yet in HRIS Software; Namely scores 8.6.

    Similarity50 of 100
  4. Dayforce

    vs Namely: Dayforce: quote-only; Namely: from $9/employee/mo. Not scored yet in HRIS Software; Namely scores 8.6.

    Similarity40 of 100

Why buyers look beyond Namely

  1. Most packages are quoted

    Only the Namely Now starting price of $9 per employee a month is published; other packages are priced after a needs diagnostic.

  2. Security certifications not verified

    We found no SOC 2 or ISO 27001 statement on Namely’s privacy and compliance pages.

Namely vs its closest alternatives

HRIS Software comparison: LeadChange Score, pricing and verified features
ProductScorePricing modelFree trialAPISOC 2 Type IIMobile appsAutomatic tax filing
Namely5–88.6Per employeeNot verifiedYesNot verifiedYesYes
HiBob9–116.1Per employeeNot verifiedYesYesiOS, AndroidNot verified
BambooHR2,12–169.3Per employeeYesYesYesiOS, AndroidYes
UKG Ready17–195.5Quote onlyNot verifiedNot verifiedYesYesYes
Rippling20–257.9Base fee + per employeeNoYes, as an add-onYesiOS, AndroidYes
Zoho People1,26–288.9Per userYesYesCompany-wide; product scope not statediOS, AndroidNot verified
HR Cloud29–325.7Quote onlyNoYesYesiOS, AndroidNo
Paylocity33–37Scored 6.8/10 in HCM Software on its own page5.6Base fee + per employeeNot verifiedYesYesiOS, Android, Apple WatchYes

Not verified = we have no sourced value for it yet.

Alternatives to similar products

Frequently asked questions

What are the best alternatives to Namely?

Among products built for the same job in HRIS Software, the closest to Namely are HiBob (51% similar), BambooHR (48% similar), and UKG Ready (45% similar), by the categories, company sizes and pricing model they share. HiBob vs Namely: HiBob: quote-only; Namely: from $9/employee/mo. HRIS Software score 6.1 vs 8.6.

What is a cheaper alternative to Namely?

Zoho People: From $75 a month billed annually at 25 employees vs $225 for Namely (starting prices).

Which Namely alternatives publish their prices?

Of the alternatives to Namely, BambooHR, Rippling, Zoho People, and Leapsome publish list prices for at least one plan. Namely publishes part of its pricing.

Which Namely alternative scores highest?

BambooHR scores highest at 9.3/10, 48% similar to Namely; Namely scores 8.6. Closest to Namely: HiBob (51% similar, 6.1).

Is there a free alternative to Namely?

Among the alternatives to Namely, Zoho People lists a free plan.

Why do teams look for Namely alternatives?

The fit limits documented for Namely: most packages are quoted and security certifications not verified. The “Why buyers look beyond Namely” section explains each one from its source.

Which Namely alternatives offer a free trial?

Of the alternatives to Namely, BambooHR, Zoho People, and Leapsome list a free trial.

How this page was made

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    54 verified facts, each checked against the vendor's own pages or another primary source, most recently on Nov 12, 2026.

  • Method

    Scored and compared with the LeadChange methodology, version 1.5. Read the methodology

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  • Hands-on testing

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Sources

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Quotes from the sources
  1. Zoho Corporation zoho.com/people/zohopeople-pricing.html“ESSENTIAL HR US$3 US$3 /user/month billed annually” “After you sign up for the trial of your selected plan, you can access all the plan features free for 30 days.”
  2. BambooHR bamboohr.com/pricing“For companies with more than 25 employees, our HR software is priced on a per-employee, per-month basis. BambooHR pricing starts at $10.25 USD per employee per month for Core, $17.50 USD per employee per month for Pro, and $25 USD per employee per month for Elite. Volume discounts are applied automatically ... We also offer an additional 15% off to registered nonprofit organizations.” “For companies with 25 employees or fewer, our HR software pricing is charged at a monthly flat rate of $250 USD/mo for Core, $425 USD/mo for Pro, and $650 USD/mo for Elite.”
  3. Rippling rippling.com/solutions/small-businesses“Yes. Rippling works for businesses of any size, including teams under 10 employees.” “Starting at $8 per user per month ... Plus, a $40 per month base fee. Contact us today to get a free quote.”
  4. Leapsome leapsome.com“Whether you have 20 or 2,000 employees, everyone gets the same agents and best practices, and a platform that keeps up when you grow”
  5. Namely namely.com/lp/pricing“Pricing for Namely Now starts at $9 per employee per month!” “For other services, Namely helps customers with a tailored diagnostic of their needs and will provide pricing based on complexity, modules, and services required.”
  6. Namely developers.namely.com“The Namely API is a REST-based API that returns JSON-encoded responses and uses standard HTTP response codes, authentication, and verbs.”
  7. Namely namely.com/hr/employee-mobile-app“The mobile app delivers essential tools that empower employees to manage time, pay, and personal information from anywhere.”
  8. Namely namely.com/payroll“Tax Compliance and Filing”
  9. HiBob HiBob pricing (HiBob)“Is HiBob priced per employee? Yes, of course. HiBob pricing is generally calculated on a per-employee basis, making it easy to scale as your organization grows.” “Core includes Bob AI Companion, employee database, document management, Time Off, lifecycle workflows, integrations, analytics and reporting and the mobile app.”
  10. HiBob apidocs.hibob.com“Welcome to the Developer Docs. Here you'll find clear, practical documentation to help you get started with the Public API and build integrations with Bob.”
  11. HiBob hibob.com/privacy/security“SOC 2 Type II We undergo routine audits to receive updated SOC 2 Type II reports, available upon request and subject to a signed NDA.”
  12. BambooHR bamboohr.com/signup“No credit card required. Trial ends automatically.”
  13. BambooHR documentation.bamboohr.com/docs/getting-started“The BambooHR API is a RESTful Internet protocol built around making semantically meaningful HTTPS requests”
  14. BambooHR trust.bamboohr.com“SOC 2 Type 2”
  15. BambooHR bamboohr.com/platform/hr-data-and-reporting/mobile-app“Yes. The app is free to download, but you’ll need an active BambooHR account provided by your employer to sign in. The app is available for supported iOS and Android devices.”
  16. BambooHR bamboohr.com/platform/payroll“Yes. BambooHR handles federal, state, and local payroll tax filing for your US-based employees.”
  17. UKG ukg.com/products/ukg-ready/plans“Connect with a UKG sales expert to receive a personalized quote, explore plan options, and get guidance on selecting the plan that best fits your business needs.”
  18. UKG Trust Center trustcenter.ukg.com“SOC 2 Type 2”
  19. UKG ukg.com/learn/resources/product-info/ukg-ready-solution-guide“The UKG Ready mobile app provides the tools you rely on wherever and whenever you need them” “Our payroll services feature professional expertise and seamless integration with UKG Ready Payroll so you can be sure your payroll taxes will be filed and paid on time, every time.”
  20. Rippling rippling.com/pricing“Rippling's pricing depends on the products you select and the number of employees you have. Most products are priced per employee per month, while some may include a monthly base fee.”
  21. Rippling rippling.com/products/it/trial“Start your 14-day free trial”
  22. Rippling developer.rippling.com/llms.txt“Rippling’s current public API is the REST Platform API v2 on `https://rest.ripplingapis.com`. ... Authenticate customer and internal integrations with a Bearer API token. Authenticate App Shop partner apps with OAuth 2.0.”
  23. Rippling rippling.com/trust/security“Rippling's SOC 2 Type 2 report covers the trust services categories of Security, Confidentiality, and Availability, and is audited annually.”
  24. Rippling (Apple App Store listing) apps.apple.com/us/app/rippling-hr-it-finance/id1231325957“Rippling makes it easy to access your benefits, request time off, submit expenses, view paystubs, share passwords, and more—all from your phone. ... Requires iOS 16.4 or later.”
  25. Rippling rippling.com/products/payroll“Click “run” and let Rippling handle the rest. We automatically calculate payroll taxes and file them with the correct federal, state, and local agencies at precisely the right time.”
  26. Zoho Corporation zoho.com/people/api/overview.html“Forms API Cases API Timesheet API Onboarding API Announcements API Leave Tracker API Attendance API”
  27. Zoho zoho.com/compliance.html“Zoho is SOC 2 Type 2 compliant.”
  28. Zoho Corporation zoho.com/people/peopleapp.html“Zoho People's iOS and Android apps let employees, managers and HR executives seamlessly perform their HR activities even when they're remote.”
  29. HR Cloud hrcloud.com/software-pricing-and-program-trials“HR Cloud quotes your organization based on headcount, plan and add-ons.” “HR Cloud offers a personalized demo rather than a self-serve free trial.”
  30. HR Cloud hrcloud.com/faq“We also offer APIs for deeper integrations with custom or proprietary systems.” “HR Cloud does not offer native payroll processing.”
  31. HR Cloud hrcloud.com/soc2-data-security-compliance-protocol“keep it all away from prying eyes inside our SOC2 Type 2 compliant software solutions.”
  32. HR Cloud hrcloud.com/employee-mobile-app“The HR Cloud® app can be easily distributed using the App Store and Google Play for fast adoption.”
  33. U.S. SEC (Paylocity Form 10-K) Paylocity annual report, fiscal 2026 (SEC filing)“Recurring fees for each client generally include a base fee in addition to a fee based on the number of client employees and the number of products a client uses.”
  34. Paylocity developer.paylocity.com/integrations/docs/getting-started“Paylocity offers access to APIs that allow customers and partners to access desired data quickly and securely for building integrations.”
  35. Paylocity paylocity.com/company/protecting-our-clients“We engage reputable audit firms who perform annual independent attestations for SOC 1 and SOC 2 Type II, which cover controls related to financial reporting, security, confidentiality, and availability.”
  36. Paylocity paylocity.com/products/capabilities/mobile“the Paylocity Mobile App connects you to our solutions wherever your job takes you … Conveniently clock in and out with a tap on your Apple Watch and access your most-used features, like timesheets, and schedules from anywhere.”
  37. Paylocity paylocity.com/who-we-serve/multi-state-payroll“Automated federal, state, and local tax filings, ensuring accuracy and reducing administrative burden.”
  38. Leapsome leapsome.com/pricing“Estimate only. Multi-module and volume discounts are not reflected here.” “Yes, after a consultation with our team we can provide you with free access to a sandbox.”

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