Paycom Review
Paycom is a cloud-based HCM software provider that manages payroll and HR on a single database, sold by customized quote to small, medium and enterprise businesses.
Best for
- Employers wanting payroll and HR on one database
- Companies running multistate payroll
- Teams wanting payroll, time and talent in one suite
Not ideal for
- Buyers who need published prices before talking to sales
Quick answers
- How much does Paycom cost?
- Paycom does not publish prices. It provides a customized quote based on the tools needed, with Core as the minimum for all clients and Complete tiers per suite.Based on Pricing model: Quote only
- Does Paycom file taxes?
- Yes. Paycom handles payroll taxes, garnishments and filings on behalf of clients.Based on Automatic tax filing: Yes
- Is Paycom a PEO?
- No. Paycom describes itself as cloud-based HCM software that manages payroll and HR on a single database.Based on Deployment: Cloud
- Is Paycom safe?
- Paycom cites ISO 27001, ISO 27701 and ISO 42001, multifactor authentication, SSO support and role-based access controls. We could not confirm SOC 2 Type 2 on its public pages.Based on ISO 27001: Yes
- Does Paycom have a mobile app?
- Yes. Paycom cites iOS and Android app ratings and offers employee self-service on mobile and desktop.Based on Mobile apps: IOS, Android
Specifications
Fit
- Countries supported
- Over 190 countries with Global HCM
Product
- Deployment
- Cloud
- Mobile apps
- IOS, Android
Support
- Support channels
- Dedicated specialist
Our verdict
Paycom is a cloud HCM suite that runs payroll, HR, time, talent and benefits on a single database for small, midsize and enterprise employers. Pricing is by customized quote with no published prices, so total cost depends on the tiers quoted.
Strengths
Single database for HR and payroll
Paycom states payroll and HR share one database and a single employee record across functions.
Evidence: Payroll integration: Yes
Broad module coverage
Modules include payroll, talent acquisition, talent management, time and labor, HR management and asset management, with daily pay and a payroll card.
AI included at no extra cost
The pricing page states AI is built into the core software at no additional cost.
Evidence: Extra costs: AI built into core software at no additional cost
Published security certifications
The security page cites ISO 27001, 27701 and 42001, plus multifactor authentication, SSO support and role-based access.
Evidence: ISO 27001: Yes
Weaknesses
Quote-only pricing
No prices are published; the vendor provides a customized quote based on the tools needed.
Evidence: Pricing model: Quote only
Core plus tiered suites
Core is the minimum for all clients and each suite has its own Complete tier, so scope and cost depend on the tiers bundled in the quote.
Evidence: Price transparency: Quote only
Coverage of core HCM software capabilities
Capabilities verified against Paycom’s own documentation; capabilities we could not verify are not listed.
7 of 7 standard features
Price at a glance
Pricing model
Price transparency
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Where it ranks
- #11 of 18Payroll Software
- #9 of 18HRIS Software
- #16 of 17Time & Attendance Software
- #13 of 14Applicant Tracking Systems
- #9 of 10Applicant Tracking Systems for Enterprises
- #7 of 8Applicant Tracking Systems for Small Businesses
- #7 of 14HRIS Software for Enterprises
- #5 of 10Payroll Software for Enterprises
- #4 of 9Payroll Software for Mid-Sized Companies
Security and compliance
About Paycom
- Founded
- 1998
- Headquarters
- Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
- Ownership
- Published
Official profiles
Changelog
First published.
Data sources
Every value on this page links to its source below. Primary sources are the vendor's or authority's own pages.
- Paycom pricing page · primary source, checked Oct 5, 2026
- Paycom website: Payroll · primary source, checked Oct 5, 2026
- Paycom website: About · primary source, checked Oct 5, 2026
- Paycom website: Security · primary source, checked Oct 5, 2026
- Paycom website · primary source, checked Oct 5, 2026