{"id":116547,"date":"2023-09-13T14:20:06","date_gmt":"2023-09-13T12:20:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/factorialhr.com\/blog\/?p=116547"},"modified":"2026-03-10T13:13:25","modified_gmt":"2026-03-10T11:13:25","slug":"top-payroll-software","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/blog\/top-payroll-software\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 13 Payroll Management Software for Small Businesses in the UK (2026)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We all appreciate how important it is for employees that their employers <strong>get payroll right<\/strong>. People need to be paid the right amount at the right time to be able to manage their financial commitments. In many ways, getting payroll right is the bedrock of an excellent work-life balance. If you want happy and engaged employees with the associated higher productivity, it pays &#8211; no pun intended &#8211; to ensure there are no payroll issues. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Because paying employees correctly is a universal obligation for companies, it\u2019s no surprise that there are <strong>many payroll management software options available<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To help you in your quest to manage your payroll and avoid those mistakes that can cause real problems in the workplace, we\u2019ve scoured the market to bring you six of the <strong>best payroll management software options in 2026<\/strong>. Read on to learn what you can expect from payroll software and the pros and cons of the different options.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udccc <a href=\"#comparison\">In a rush? Take a look at our quick comparison chart of the top payroll software in the UK.<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><b>What is Payroll Management Software?\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/payroll-summary\">Payroll management software<\/a> is a digital system that allows you to manage, streamline and automate the <a href=\"https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/blog\/payroll-explained\/\">process of payroll<\/a>, that is, the process that allows you to pay employees accurately and on time. It can be integrated into a wider HR management system or it can be a standalone digital programme.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>What does Payroll Management Software do?\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many <strong>different types of payroll software<\/strong> exist, offering varying degrees of functionality. Not every provider can do everything on this list, but payroll software can generally do the following:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calculate salaries, including tax deductions, insurance and pension payments<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tell the accounts department or book-keepers what to pay each employee<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Generate and send <a href=\"https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/blog\/payslip-explained\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">payslips<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Manage employee data such as bank account details, contracts<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Create reports such as salary statements and leave summaries<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ensure companies are complying with legislation such as minimum wage, <a href=\"https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/blog\/working-overtime-guide-employers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">overtime<\/a> and privacy regulations<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Send information to relevant authorities such as HMRC\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>What are the Benefits of Using Payroll Management Software?\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The benefits of using payroll software include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Happy and engaged employees:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Software ensures people get paid on time and with the right amount, which makes them feel valued and supported.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>A more streamlined process:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Software saves time and can reduce the number of payroll staff needed.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Reduces the number of errors:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> As part of the more streamlined process, an automated system usually results in fewer errors.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Helps with compliance and regulations<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Within the software, details and prompts for anything you need to do to comply with legislation are automatically provided, meaning you don\u2019t have to rely on one person to remember.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Improves data access and security:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Everything is in one place, which makes it quicker and easier to access and change details as required, and security is guaranteed by the provider, giving you peace of mind that your data is safe.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Quick access to information on salaries and costs:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Robust financial health depends on knowing what you are spending your money on and when, and a payroll software system can provide reports quickly and regularly.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Allows the focus to be on strategy and growth:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Using payroll software frees up employees\u2019 time and will enable them to turn their attention to areas that need creative and innovative thought.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"factorial-banner inline-banner banner-demo category-legal-finance\"\n    data-banner-id=\"177022\"\n    data-banner-type=\"demo\"\n    data-category=\"Legal &amp; Finance\">\n    <div class=\"banner-content\">\n        <div class=\"banner-text\">\n                            <h4>Centralise and automate your payroll processing with confidence<\/h4>\n            \n                            <ul class=\"banner-checklist\">\n                                                                        <li class=\"not-prose\">Prepare necessary documents for payroll processing<\/li>\n                                                                                                <li class=\"not-prose\">Maintain complete audit trails for compliance and transparency<\/li>\n                                                                                                <li class=\"not-prose\">Generate payslips, reports, and bank transfers from one dashboard<\/li>\n                                                            <\/ul>\n            \n                            <a href=\"https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/request-demo\"\n                    class=\"factorial-cta-button not-prose demo btn-brand\" data-cta=\"demo\" data-cta-position=\"inline-banner\">\n                    Get a demo                <\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"banner-image no-image\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/blog\/app\/plugins\/factorial-utilities\/assets\/images\/banners\/inline\/backgrounds\/default_image.svg\" class=\"not-prose\" \/>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><b>How to Choose the Best Payroll Management Software<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you sit down to choose the best payroll software for your company, you need to think about what you want it to do now and what you might want it to do in the future. It may be worth investing in a more expensive option to save yourself money in the long run when your business grows, and your needs become more complex.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consider the following questions when choosing a payroll software provider:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Is the interface intuitive to use and easy to follow?\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It might be worth asking someone currently involved in payroll to road-test the software you are considering. A free trial is recommended because it allows you to see if all the features you are being sold live up to their promise.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Does it integrate with other systems?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The payroll software you use needs to work with any other programmes you already use, including those that cover core HR functions, accounting or book-keeping software, sick and annual leave and benefits. Thinking about how you will use the software to ensure money reaches your employee\u2019s accounts at the right time is a key part of the process.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Does it automatically update?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you change an employee\u2019s details, contracts or benefits, the system must automatically update to reflect these changes in the next pay packet. Equally, the system should be connected to how you record annual and sick leave so that paychecks reflect any necessary adjustments.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Does it allow you to create and manage contracts?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As payroll uses information from your employee\u2019s contracts, the system you use needs to be integrated with and reflect any updates that are made to contracts. Otherwise, you can not guarantee that your payroll reports will be accurate.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Does the software reflect current legislation, and does it guarantee to update with any changes?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Anyone working in payroll knows that compliance with the different laws, regulations and government initiatives such as cycle-to-work schemes can be difficult. And no one wants a fine when they accidentally get something wrong. The payroll software you chose needs to be up-to-date with current legislation but, equally importantly, needs to guarantee to keep on top of any changes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As well as tax requirements, compliance is essential when it comes to:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/national-minimum-wage\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">National Minimum Wage Legislation<\/a> and how benefits impact what an employee takes home<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Flexible compensation plans, which can be affected when a government introduces changes to taxes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/blog\/hr-compliance-uk-gdpr\/\">General Data Protection Regulation<\/a> (GDPR)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Is the package wholly secure and safe?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The payroll provider you choose will be responsible for holding a vast amount of confidential data about your business and your employees. It is vitally important that you are confident that their systems are robust and secure.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Can you access the software easily?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While it is easy to assume that all software is easy to access, this is only sometimes true. Think about if you want to access the system from your phone, via an app, or on the move, and make sure you ask the providers what would happen under different scenarios &#8211; including their crisis response if there is a technical issue on payday. Security is especially important if people are going to be accessing the platform from many different devices.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Can you have a free trial?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A free trial allows you to use the software before committing financially. Often, it\u2019s not until you start using a system that you work out precisely what you need it to do and how easy it is to use. I<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">t&#8217;s also worth checking how much integration is needed to run a free trial. If a set-up process is cumbersome and time-consuming, there may also be logistical hurdles to reversing out of using a system on trial in a timely fashion.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b><a id=\"f\"><\/a>1: Factorial <\/b><b>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-183073\" src=\"https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/07180957\/factorial-payroll-compensation-settings.png\" alt=\"factorial payroll compensation settings\" width=\"2880\" height=\"1426\" srcset=\"https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/07180957\/factorial-payroll-compensation-settings.png 2880w, https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/07180957\/factorial-payroll-compensation-settings-300x149.png 300w, https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/07180957\/factorial-payroll-compensation-settings-1024x507.png 1024w, https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/07180957\/factorial-payroll-compensation-settings-768x380.png 768w, https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/07180957\/factorial-payroll-compensation-settings-1536x761.png 1536w, https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/07180957\/factorial-payroll-compensation-settings-2048x1014.png 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2880px) 100vw, 2880px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Explicitly designed to help growing smaller and medium-sized businesses with payroll, Factorial combines a consultant&#8217;s personal, hands-on approach with secure, powerful technology to create their popular HR management system. Factorial is a user-friendly and reliable business management platform with optional payroll prep included. It provides an intuitive interface that users find easy to use.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Factorial also includes <strong>Factorial One<\/strong>, its built-in AI assistant. This tool helps HR teams quickly retrieve employee information, generate reports and automate routine tasks. By reducing manual work, AI support allows HR and finance teams to manage payroll processes more efficiently.<\/p>\n<p>Learn more about the <a href=\"https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/payroll-summary\">payroll management software<\/a> and how it works.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Part of the comprehensive business management system, which helps you manage the employee lifecycle from start to finish, Factorial\u2019s payroll app has many useful features. These include centralising and automating payroll and expenses, and flexibility for additional compensation such as bonuses and creating insight reports. Within Factorial\u2019s holistic HR management system, you can also manage absences and time-tracking, control the performance management process and securely store documents.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Pros<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><b>\u2705<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Free demo and free trial period<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u2705<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Transparent pricing model<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u2705<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Easy to use, including an intuitive interface, a dashboard for managers and a simple method for providing permissions<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u2705<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Provides access to a network of certified book-keepers<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u2705<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Improves efficiency with an estimated 80% reduction in costs<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u2705<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Automatically updates the whole system when you have to change employee details<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u2705<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Integrates additional compensation such as bonuses and reimbursement of expenses with payroll<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u2705<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Employees can easily access their payslips and contracts<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u2705<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Creates insight reports to allow regular and accurate analysis of costs\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Cons<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><b>\u274c<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Payroll software comes as part of a more extensive HR management system<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u274c<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Need extra technical support to integrate with systems outside of Factorial<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u274c<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Customisation opportunities limited<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Pricing <\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finance hub<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> starts at \u00a335\/month (billed annually)<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>2: BreatheHR <\/b><b>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-116557 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/13125150\/breathe-pay.png\" alt=\"BreatheHR payroll software\" width=\"512\" height=\"345\" srcset=\"https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/13125150\/breathe-pay.png 512w, https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/13125150\/breathe-pay-300x202.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">BreatheHR launched its HR software in 2012, intending to help HR executives by saving them time on the many time-consuming processes involved in their roles. Like Factorial, BreatheHR offers an automated HR management system which centralises data and streamlines processes such as absence management and performance management across the lifecycle of an employee. BreatheHR helps companies with up to 200 employees.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As part of their HR system, they have a payroll app allowing you to create and export files to send to your bookkeeper. On top of their Core HR Software, they offer add-ons for e-learning and rota, time and attendance at an additional cost.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Pros<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><b>\u2705<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14-day free trial<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u2705<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Easy to use and navigate<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u2705<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Competitively priced<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u2705<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Documentation all in one place<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Cons<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><b>\u274c<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tracking and integrating expenses is an add-on module<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u274c<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No phone number for customer service<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u274c<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cumbersome to set up new employees<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u274c<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No version control on documents<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Pricing <\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Core HR software plans start from \u00a313 per month for 1 to 10 users\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>3: Personio <\/b><b>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-116558 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/13125235\/personio-pay.png\" alt=\"Personio payroll software\" width=\"512\" height=\"285\" srcset=\"https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/13125235\/personio-pay.png 512w, https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/13125235\/personio-pay-300x167.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With seven offices across Europe, Personio prides itself on understanding the regional needs of HR executives across the continent and providing a platform that has been designed with Europe\u2019s strict requirements for data security. Their comprehensive software covers HR systems, talent management and payroll for companies from 50 to 2,000 employees.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The payroll software has both a preliminary payroll option and one which works with the German-based DATEV tax consultants. If you use the preliminary payroll option, the system automatically transfers any changes to personal details. It also includes any relevant information on time tracking and performance management data in the salary reports.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Pros<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><b>\u2705<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Connects to 100+ well-known apps at no extra charge<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u2705<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Comprehensive onboarding and good customer service<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u2705<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Easy-to-navigate system<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Cons<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><b>\u274c<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cannot add additional payments like bonuses or expenses<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u274c<\/b>Setting up different permissions can be confusing<br \/>\n<b>\u274c<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No transparent pricing structure<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u274c<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The dashboard can be harder to navigate on smaller screens<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Pricing <\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contact the Personio sales team to arrange a demo and get a quote.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>4: BambooHR<\/b> <b>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-116559 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/13125328\/Bamboo-pay.png\" alt=\"Bamboo payroll software\" width=\"512\" height=\"390\" srcset=\"https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/13125328\/Bamboo-pay.png 512w, https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/13125328\/Bamboo-pay-300x229.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">BambooHR\u2019s mission is to set people free to do great work. The BambooHR platform is designed for smaller and medium-sized businesses. It includes everything you need for the life cycle of an employee, from recruiting and onboarding to personal details, absence management, payroll and performance management. BambooHR prides itself on providing excellent customer support and always listening to client feedback.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The payroll software within their personalised, cloud-based, secure HR platform ensures that information on time-tracking, absences and benefits flows directly into the payroll reports to minimise the number of mistakes. In the UK, BambooHR provides integrations within their system for Pento, the UK\u2019s first automated payroll solution, and payroll experts PayFit.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Pros<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><b>\u2705<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Intuitive and easy to use for employees and managers<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u2705<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mobile app available<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u2705<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Users report a positive experience onboarding the BambooHR system<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u2705<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Users report good customer service<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Cons<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><b>\u274c<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Payroll software is not part of their core system in the UK<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u274c<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Integrating with accounting software can be difficult<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u274c<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It doesn\u2019t include software for handling expenses<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u274c<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some users consider BambooHR expensive compared to other similar platforms<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Pricing\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contact the BambooHR sales team to arrange a demo and get a quote.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b><a id=\"h\"><\/a>5: HiBob<\/b> <b>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-116560 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/13125411\/hibob-pay-.png\" alt=\"hibob payroll software\" width=\"512\" height=\"428\" srcset=\"https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/13125411\/hibob-pay-.png 512w, https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/13125411\/hibob-pay--300x251.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HiBob\u2019s platform aims to streamline all aspects of people management and modernise the experience for every employee with the ultimate goal of driving engagement, culture and productivity. The platform includes a people directory and document storage, onboarding, time and attendance, payroll and compensation, performance management, workforce planning and a section called Your Voice for anonymous reporting. HiBob has a social media look and feel, making it accessible and easy to use.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The payroll system includes a centralised dashboard that automatically updates, allows you to coordinate different payroll cycles, integrates with leading payroll providers such as Xero UK or connects with other payroll systems via Payroll Connect.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Pros<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><b>\u2705<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mobile app available<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u2705<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Easy-to-use interface<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u2705<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Handles different pay cycles and currencies<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u2705<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Includes functionality for whistle-blowing with a safe, anonymous tool\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Cons<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><b>\u274c<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Permissions structure can be limiting for bigger companies<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u274c<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some organisations report technical issues and security concerns during onboarding<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u274c<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Customer service can be inconsistent: it can be hard to speak to someone when you need help<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u274c<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many of the features are considered additional, so incur an extra cost<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Pricing<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contact the HiBob sales team to arrange a demo and get a quote.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>6: BrightHR <\/b><b>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-116561 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/13125500\/bright-pay.png\" alt=\"BrightHR payroll software\" width=\"512\" height=\"306\" srcset=\"https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/13125500\/bright-pay.png 512w, https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/13125500\/bright-pay-300x179.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">BrightHR is a UK-based HR and health &amp; safety software platform supporting over 75,000 small and medium-sized businesses worldwide. Their easy-to-use software provides organisations with end-to-end support for people management, including recruitment, rota-planning, absence management and payroll reports. BrightHR also has mobile apps which help you create digital clock-in systems and track expenses, as well as an employee assistance programme called Bright Wellbeing &amp; Counselling and Bright Advice to get support on difficult HR issues.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">BrightHR\u2019s payroll software is called Payroll Navigator and stores all your employees&#8217; payroll details, including absences, annual leave and timesheets, in one place so it\u2019s easy to access what you need. It also makes it easy to download reports to provide to HMRC.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Pros<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><b>\u2705<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unlimited cloud storage<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u2705<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">User-friendly interface<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u2705<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Include the free e-learning tool BrightLearn<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u2705<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Users report an excellent onboarding experience<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Cons<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><b>\u274c<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The mobile app is not as user-friendly as the website<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u274c<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many apps involved can take up space, especially for staff using mobile devices<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u274c<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Doesn\u2019t provide a seamless link to some of the main payroll providers so there can be a duplication of work<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u274c<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Records are kept in the system for three months only<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Pricing<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contact the Bright sales team to arrange a demo and get a personalised quote.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>7: NaturalHR <\/b><b>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-116562 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/13125519\/natural-pay.png\" alt=\"natural HR payroll software\" width=\"512\" height=\"347\" srcset=\"https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/13125519\/natural-pay.png 512w, https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/13125519\/natural-pay-300x203.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NaturalHR started in 2010 in response to an internal requirement for an online employee management system that was reliable, low-cost and based in the UK. Their all-in-one HR and payroll software includes document management, absence and time-tracking tools, performance management, training and recruitment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The payroll software allows teams to manage salary changes and bonuses easily, ensure compliance with HMRC, generate payslips and build up records of gross pay.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Pros<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><b>\u2705<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HR and payroll are included in one system<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u2705<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Compliance with HMRC guaranteed<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u2705<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Can create customised reports<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u2705<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Produces P45 and P60 documentation\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Cons<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><b>\u274c<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It doesn\u2019t incorporate expenses<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u274c<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some users find the reporting less intuitive than it could be<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u274c<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Integration with other platforms can be hard to implement<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u274c<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Limited customisation options<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Pricing<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contact the NaturalHR sales team to arrange a demo and get a quote.<\/span><\/p>\n \n <!--HubSpot Call-to-Action Code -->\n    <span class=\"hs-cta-wrapper\" id=\"hs-cta-wrapper-94f56e4d-6463-424f-8f82-3817b8695bb4\">\n        <span class=\"hs-cta-node hs-cta-94f56e4d-6463-424f-8f82-3817b8695bb4\" id=\"94f56e4d-6463-424f-8f82-3817b8695bb4\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/cta-redirect.hubspot.com\/cta\/redirect\/4960096\/94f56e4d-6463-424f-8f82-3817b8695bb4\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyload hs-cta-img\" id=\"hs-cta-img-94f56e4d-6463-424f-8f82-3817b8695bb4\" style=\"border-width:0px;\" src=\"https:\/\/no-cache.hubspot.com\/cta\/default\/4960096\/94f56e4d-6463-424f-8f82-3817b8695bb4.png\"  alt=\"\u201cuk\u201d-demo-request\" width=\"100%\" height=\"100%\" \/>\n            <\/a>\n        <\/span>\n        <script type=\"text\/javascript\">\n            function loadCTA(){\n                window.hbspt.cta.load(4960096, '94f56e4d-6463-424f-8f82-3817b8695bb4', {'region': 'eu1'})\n            }\n            if(window.hbspt){\n                loadCTA()\n            }else{\n                Defer.js(\n                    'https:\/\/js.hubspot.com\/cta\/current.js',\n                    'hubspotCTA', \n                    0, \n                    loadCTA\n                );\n            }\n        <\/script>\n    <\/span>\n<!-- end HubSpot Call-to-Action Code -->\n\n<h2><b><a id=\"rip\"><\/a>8: <\/b><b>Rippling<\/b> <b>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-120256 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/06112515\/Run-Payroll_11zon-1-300x220.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"580\" height=\"425\" srcset=\"https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/06112515\/Run-Payroll_11zon-1-300x220.jpg 300w, https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/06112515\/Run-Payroll_11zon-1-1024x749.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/06112515\/Run-Payroll_11zon-1-768x562.jpg 768w, https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/06112515\/Run-Payroll_11zon-1-1536x1124.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/06112515\/Run-Payroll_11zon-1.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 580px) 100vw, 580px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Based in the US, Rippling has recently expanded to provide its service to companies with their headquarters in the UK. Their system combines HR, IT and Finance, including app and device management, finance software and other tools you expect from an HRIS, such as onboarding support and leave and performance management processes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Their payroll software integrates with their time, leave and expenses management systems and covers minimum wage and overtime. According to Rippling, their design allows you to create custom policies that sync payroll with expenses and leave data for each employee to create a payroll report in 90 seconds.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Pros<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><b>\u2705 <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Intuitive interface<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u2705 <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mobile app<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u2705 <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Includes expense management<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u2705 <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">100% error-free guarantee<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Cons<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><b>\u274c <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Difficult to generate reports<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u274c <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some users find the other applications less user-friendly than the payroll app<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u274c <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">International companies have found issues using this US-based software<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u274c <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mixed customer service: users report not being able to talk to a human and lengthy set-up times<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Pricing\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Software plans start from \u00a37 per month per user.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>9: <\/b><b>MoorePay<\/b> <b>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-120257 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/06112813\/yku7gQd48BZL_6wEij34adUm8CmKjoqZUJCj4uZdNM6cdhv7yi9fHYzrXMpkmHCij0cOVo3Lspl_X_Krut62dkZzQH9-u9n7sHTtZsStfI7ZQiQH8-z3o_YWn0Ib_11zon-1-300x188.jpg\" alt=\"software interface \" width=\"637\" height=\"399\" srcset=\"https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/06112813\/yku7gQd48BZL_6wEij34adUm8CmKjoqZUJCj4uZdNM6cdhv7yi9fHYzrXMpkmHCij0cOVo3Lspl_X_Krut62dkZzQH9-u9n7sHTtZsStfI7ZQiQH8-z3o_YWn0Ib_11zon-1-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/06112813\/yku7gQd48BZL_6wEij34adUm8CmKjoqZUJCj4uZdNM6cdhv7yi9fHYzrXMpkmHCij0cOVo3Lspl_X_Krut62dkZzQH9-u9n7sHTtZsStfI7ZQiQH8-z3o_YWn0Ib_11zon-1-1024x641.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/06112813\/yku7gQd48BZL_6wEij34adUm8CmKjoqZUJCj4uZdNM6cdhv7yi9fHYzrXMpkmHCij0cOVo3Lspl_X_Krut62dkZzQH9-u9n7sHTtZsStfI7ZQiQH8-z3o_YWn0Ib_11zon-1-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/06112813\/yku7gQd48BZL_6wEij34adUm8CmKjoqZUJCj4uZdNM6cdhv7yi9fHYzrXMpkmHCij0cOVo3Lspl_X_Krut62dkZzQH9-u9n7sHTtZsStfI7ZQiQH8-z3o_YWn0Ib_11zon-1-1536x961.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/06112813\/yku7gQd48BZL_6wEij34adUm8CmKjoqZUJCj4uZdNM6cdhv7yi9fHYzrXMpkmHCij0cOVo3Lspl_X_Krut62dkZzQH9-u9n7sHTtZsStfI7ZQiQH8-z3o_YWn0Ib_11zon-1.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 637px) 100vw, 637px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MoorePay has been helping businesses manage their payroll since 1966, whether through looking after payroll for clients or assisting clients to manage it themselves with in-house systems. Their years of experience now combine with robust new technology in a cloud-based payroll software platform.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MoorePay\u2019s payroll software includes timesheets and expenses, reporting and analytics, help for new starters and a payroll dashboard. Their programme is recognised by HMRC and accredited by the CIPP\u2019s Payroll Assurance Scheme, and is completely up-to-date with UK legislation.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Pros<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><b>\u2705<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">User-friendly<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u2705<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Customisation is straight-forward<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u2705<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Helpful customer service<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u2705<\/b>Keeps up-to-date with UK employment law<\/p>\n<h3><b>Cons<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><b>\u274c<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pricing is not transparent<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u274c<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No free trial<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u274c<\/b>Some users experience regular glitches and employees have issues with the app freezing<br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u274cLack of flexibility<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Pricing\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>No pricing plans online. Contact Moore Pay to get a quote.<\/p>\n<h2><b>10: Remote <\/b><b><\/b><b>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-120259 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/06113020\/rXl1xnGyoZ7wUAy8XFIwgJ5lPNiRh470KQH-XGLe1ucPhlY1uvhgxLw2JqT6DpKIFGflr4p1K9dXtJxqkffoeN1z0pxbQ7AMjk1i6x_OWvWNsqJLHkr4Yi8wNFKt-300x206.png\" alt=\"software interface\" width=\"498\" height=\"342\" srcset=\"https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/06113020\/rXl1xnGyoZ7wUAy8XFIwgJ5lPNiRh470KQH-XGLe1ucPhlY1uvhgxLw2JqT6DpKIFGflr4p1K9dXtJxqkffoeN1z0pxbQ7AMjk1i6x_OWvWNsqJLHkr4Yi8wNFKt-300x206.png 300w, https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/06113020\/rXl1xnGyoZ7wUAy8XFIwgJ5lPNiRh470KQH-XGLe1ucPhlY1uvhgxLw2JqT6DpKIFGflr4p1K9dXtJxqkffoeN1z0pxbQ7AMjk1i6x_OWvWNsqJLHkr4Yi8wNFKt-768x527.png 768w, https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/06113020\/rXl1xnGyoZ7wUAy8XFIwgJ5lPNiRh470KQH-XGLe1ucPhlY1uvhgxLw2JqT6DpKIFGflr4p1K9dXtJxqkffoeN1z0pxbQ7AMjk1i6x_OWvWNsqJLHkr4Yi8wNFKt.png 805w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 498px) 100vw, 498px\" \/><br \/>\nRemote\u2019s focus is on helping companies manage and pay sta<\/span>ff and contractors all around the world. Wherever your team are based, Remote\u2019s software will look after your payroll for that team member, including local taxes, benefit and compliance.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With Remote\u2019s software, you can avoid working with multiple payroll providers as you can use Remote to pay everyone from one place. They also provide access to in-house local payroll experts for any questions and to help you keep on top of any regulatory changes.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Pros<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><b>\u2705<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Good customer service<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u2705<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Users report an excellent service in terms of international knowledge and experience<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u2705<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Easy to face interface<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Cons<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><b>\u274c<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High price<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u274c<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Works better for remote employees than for contractors<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u274c<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Users report that the app does not have all the features that the desktop site does<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Pricing\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remote\u2019s global payroll software starts at $50 per employee per month. Talk to one of their sales agents to get more details.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>11: <\/b><b>Telleroo<\/b> <b>\u00a0<\/b><b>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-120261 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/06113119\/MSahmQfCtrD2mo803RxkrM9CQEVSTqEvUMxIUtM4a-VnJDJTmXtO8TOHEhZ1ZyqgBken5bHVjtWgUu2WQtc1dN-tLruwKDrEgcOb-Fi4qb6rLIrNplPlINKY4vAs_11zon-300x158.jpg\" alt=\"software interface\" width=\"535\" height=\"282\" srcset=\"https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/06113119\/MSahmQfCtrD2mo803RxkrM9CQEVSTqEvUMxIUtM4a-VnJDJTmXtO8TOHEhZ1ZyqgBken5bHVjtWgUu2WQtc1dN-tLruwKDrEgcOb-Fi4qb6rLIrNplPlINKY4vAs_11zon-300x158.jpg 300w, https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/06113119\/MSahmQfCtrD2mo803RxkrM9CQEVSTqEvUMxIUtM4a-VnJDJTmXtO8TOHEhZ1ZyqgBken5bHVjtWgUu2WQtc1dN-tLruwKDrEgcOb-Fi4qb6rLIrNplPlINKY4vAs_11zon-1024x541.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/06113119\/MSahmQfCtrD2mo803RxkrM9CQEVSTqEvUMxIUtM4a-VnJDJTmXtO8TOHEhZ1ZyqgBken5bHVjtWgUu2WQtc1dN-tLruwKDrEgcOb-Fi4qb6rLIrNplPlINKY4vAs_11zon-768x406.jpg 768w, https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/06113119\/MSahmQfCtrD2mo803RxkrM9CQEVSTqEvUMxIUtM4a-VnJDJTmXtO8TOHEhZ1ZyqgBken5bHVjtWgUu2WQtc1dN-tLruwKDrEgcOb-Fi4qb6rLIrNplPlINKY4vAs_11zon-1536x811.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/06113119\/MSahmQfCtrD2mo803RxkrM9CQEVSTqEvUMxIUtM4a-VnJDJTmXtO8TOHEhZ1ZyqgBken5bHVjtWgUu2WQtc1dN-tLruwKDrEgcOb-Fi4qb6rLIrNplPlINKY4vAs_11zon.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 535px) 100vw, 535px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rather than providing payroll software, Telleroo\u2019s mission is to de-risk the many bulk payments businesses make regularly, including payroll. They do this by syncing their software with payroll and payment apps and creating ring-fenced e-money accounts. Funds are then paid into these accounts to make payments, creating a more secure and seamless way to pay.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Using Telleroo allows companies to make payments faster and more securely, cutting out the manual processes that can often cause issues. There is also an alert system to ensure you are alerted if any details change, which impacts the payments you are due to make.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Pros<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><b>\u2705 <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Very easy to use<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2705 Good customer service<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u2705 <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Integrates easily with other software such as Xero and Payfit<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u2705 <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All payee data and history are fully searchable<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Cons<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><b>\u274c <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Doesn\u2019t create payroll reports<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u274c <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Users report that Tellero doesn\u2019t pick up amended payrolls automatically<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u274c <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unable to make foreign currency payments<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u274c <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reporting is not as easy and intuitive as it could be<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Pricing\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Telleroo\u2019s \u2018start-up\u2019 package is \u00a335 per month for unlimited users and 50 monthly payments.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>12: <\/b><b>Papaya Global<\/b> <b>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-120263 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/06113325\/aBom4C0pd1JjHWzAS16-rvCckhzVm0mEcN-VTcumX5b1_5inEpcjHnoeAodwvNosCZ4g3tTZUkBfEhnMZFg6D3CkyNu4YIjMRG9gCDmRH9DUBNZWNJQJb26V8uF8_11zon-300x194.jpg\" alt=\"software interface \" width=\"509\" height=\"329\" srcset=\"https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/06113325\/aBom4C0pd1JjHWzAS16-rvCckhzVm0mEcN-VTcumX5b1_5inEpcjHnoeAodwvNosCZ4g3tTZUkBfEhnMZFg6D3CkyNu4YIjMRG9gCDmRH9DUBNZWNJQJb26V8uF8_11zon-300x194.jpg 300w, https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/06113325\/aBom4C0pd1JjHWzAS16-rvCckhzVm0mEcN-VTcumX5b1_5inEpcjHnoeAodwvNosCZ4g3tTZUkBfEhnMZFg6D3CkyNu4YIjMRG9gCDmRH9DUBNZWNJQJb26V8uF8_11zon-1024x661.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/06113325\/aBom4C0pd1JjHWzAS16-rvCckhzVm0mEcN-VTcumX5b1_5inEpcjHnoeAodwvNosCZ4g3tTZUkBfEhnMZFg6D3CkyNu4YIjMRG9gCDmRH9DUBNZWNJQJb26V8uF8_11zon-768x496.jpg 768w, https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/06113325\/aBom4C0pd1JjHWzAS16-rvCckhzVm0mEcN-VTcumX5b1_5inEpcjHnoeAodwvNosCZ4g3tTZUkBfEhnMZFg6D3CkyNu4YIjMRG9gCDmRH9DUBNZWNJQJb26V8uF8_11zon.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 509px) 100vw, 509px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Founded in 2016, Papaya prides itself on being the first global payroll provider to create a native payroll system that helps companies pay people in multiple locations worldwide. Their cloud-based platform offers a payroll payments system which reflects the tax systems of specific countries, and their global workforce wallet allows you to make deposits wherever you need.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Papaya\u2019s system also allows companies to upgrade their existing payroll software quickly and easily without changing the existing networks of local partners.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Pros<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><b>\u2705<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dedicated payroll specialist available<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u2705<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Easy to use<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u2705<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Responsive to feedback\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Cons<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><b>\u274c<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Invoices could be more detailed and specific<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u274c<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Higher pricing than some competitors<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u274c<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No free trial\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Pricing\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Core HR software plans start from \u00a313 per month for 1 to 10 users.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>13: Intuit <\/b><b>Quickbooks <\/b><b>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-120264 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/06113439\/Prepare-payroll_11zon-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"software interface \" width=\"344\" height=\"344\" srcset=\"https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/06113439\/Prepare-payroll_11zon-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/06113439\/Prepare-payroll_11zon-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/06113439\/Prepare-payroll_11zon-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/06113439\/Prepare-payroll_11zon-160x160.jpg 160w, https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/06113439\/Prepare-payroll_11zon-80x80.jpg 80w, https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/06113439\/Prepare-payroll_11zon.jpg 896w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 344px) 100vw, 344px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Intuit QuickBooks focuses on helping small businesses organise and manage their finances. Their software supports accountants, sole traders and limited companies with everything from invoices and cash-flow insights to payroll, tax requirements and annual accounts.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To help with payroll, Intuit QuickBooks have two different options. Their Core Payroll package generates payslips, pays employees and calculates statutory pay. In addition, their Advanced Payroll includes an employee portal, automatic pension submissions and timesheets.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Pros<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><b>\u2705<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Works seamlessly with QuickBooks Online<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u2705<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Easy to use and navigate<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u2705<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Free trial for one month<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u2705<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Good customer service<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Cons<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u274cJust focussed on payroll and doesn\u2019t provide other HR support<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u274c<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some users find the terminology used confusing<br \/>\n<\/span><b>\u274c<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">System can be slow and have regular glitches<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u274cLimited customisation options<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Pricing\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The packages that include payroll software start from \u00a314 per month, with cheaper introductory deals for the first six months.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><a id=\"comparison\"><\/a>Payroll Management Software Quick Comparison<\/h2>\n<p>If you&#8217;re comparing different payroll solutions, the table below provides a quick overview of some of the best payroll software for small businesses in the UK. Each platform offers slightly different features depending on company size, HR needs and payroll complexity.<\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Platform<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Best for<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Key highlight<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Price<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Factorial<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Small and medium businesses<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HR, payroll and expenses in one system<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From \u00a335\/month<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">BreatheHR<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Small businesses<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Simple HR platform with payroll export<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From \u00a313\/month<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Personio<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mid-sized companies<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strong integrations and talent management<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Custom pricing<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">BambooHR<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Growing teams<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Full HR platform with payroll integrations<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Custom pricing<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HiBob<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scaling companies<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Modern HR system with payroll connections<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Custom pricing<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">BrightHR<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UK SMEs<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HR and compliance tools with payroll reporting<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Custom pricing<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NaturalHR<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">SMEs<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HR and payroll tools in one platform<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Custom pricing<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rippling<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tech companies<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HR, IT and payroll combined<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From \u00a37\/user<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MoorePay<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UK payroll specialists<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HMRC recognised payroll software<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Custom pricing<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remote<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Global teams<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">International payroll compliance<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From $50\/employee<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Telleroo<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Payroll payments<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Secure bulk payroll payments<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From \u00a335\/month<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Papaya Global<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Global companies<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Global payroll infrastructure<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Custom pricing<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">QuickBooks Payroll<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finance-first teams<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Payroll integrated with accounting<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From \u00a314\/month<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2>How to Improve Payroll Management<\/h2>\n<p>One of the simplest ways to improve payroll management is by using payroll software to automate the process. Instead of relying on spreadsheets or manual calculations, payroll systems help you manage salaries, deductions and tax requirements more efficiently.<\/p>\n<h3>Utilising software to streamline your payroll management<\/h3>\n<p>Many payroll platforms can also connect with other HR tools such as time tracking, absence management and employee records. This means that when something changes \u2013 for example a salary update or new employee contract \u2013 the system automatically reflects those changes in payroll reports.<\/p>\n<p>Using an HR platform that includes payroll can make the process even easier. Solutions like Factorial allow companies to manage absences, expenses and payroll information in one place, helping reduce errors and save time.<\/p>\n<p>Here are our top tips for improving your payroll services.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Streamline Operations:<\/strong>\u00a0Integrate HR and accounting software to create a unified payroll system, making processing payroll, managing employee data and finances easier.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Foster Trust:<\/strong>\u00a0Open communication builds trust. When it comes to payroll, this means being transparent with employees by providing clear and accessible information about their earnings and deductions.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Stay Compliant:<\/strong>\u00a0Always keep on top of legislation and regulations to ensure your payroll processes comply with changing laws.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Accessibility Matters:<\/strong>\u00a0Improve employee access to their payroll information through user-friendly portals or apps. Make it easy for them to engage with their pay.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Employee Engagement:<\/strong>\u00a0Once your employees are engaged with the process, get feedback to understand their payroll needs and concerns \u2013 this will help you tailor your payroll practices to their preferences.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Check, Check and Recheck:<\/strong>\u00a0Keep your audits consistent and regular so you can catch any errors and discrepancies before they become regulation compliance issues.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Embrace Automation:<\/strong>\u00a0Automation can save time and resources, so leverage payroll solutions that reduce manual tasks and minimise errors.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Invest Wisely:<\/strong>\u00a0Invest in automated payroll software that suits your organisation\u2019s needs. A good software solution can change your payroll management workflow.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Knowledge Is Power:<\/strong>\u00a0Train your staff properly on any new software to maximise its potential.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2>Streamline your payroll management with Factorial<\/h2>\n<p>Choosing the best payroll software for your business depends on your company size, existing systems and long-term HR needs. However, the right payroll management software should help you automate payroll processes, reduce errors and stay compliant with HMRC regulations.<\/p>\n<div class=\"factorial-banner inline-banner banner-demo category-legal-finance\"\n    data-banner-id=\"177022\"\n    data-banner-type=\"demo\"\n    data-category=\"Legal &amp; Finance\">\n    <div class=\"banner-content\">\n        <div class=\"banner-text\">\n                            <h4>Centralise and automate your payroll processing with confidence<\/h4>\n            \n                            <ul class=\"banner-checklist\">\n                                                                        <li class=\"not-prose\">Prepare necessary documents for payroll processing<\/li>\n                                                                                                <li class=\"not-prose\">Maintain complete audit trails for compliance and transparency<\/li>\n                                                                                                <li class=\"not-prose\">Generate payslips, reports, and bank transfers from one dashboard<\/li>\n                                                            <\/ul>\n            \n                            <a href=\"https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/request-demo\"\n                    class=\"factorial-cta-button not-prose demo btn-brand\" data-cta=\"demo\" data-cta-position=\"inline-banner\">\n                    Get a demo                <\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"banner-image no-image\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/blog\/app\/plugins\/factorial-utilities\/assets\/images\/banners\/inline\/backgrounds\/default_image.svg\" class=\"not-prose\" \/>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Many organisations now prefer integrated HR and payroll platforms because they centralise employee data, absences and payroll information in one system.<\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re looking for a solution designed for growing businesses, Factorial\u2019s HR and payroll software offers an intuitive platform that simplifies payroll while supporting the entire employee lifecycle.<\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udc49 R<a href=\"https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/request-demo\">equest a demo<\/a> with Factorial to see how it can help streamline your payroll processes.<\/p>\n<h2>Payroll management software FAQs<\/h2>\n<h3>Which is the best payroll software in the UK?<\/h3>\n<p>The best payroll software in the UK depends on your company\u2019s size and needs. Platforms like Factorial, Personio and BambooHR offer comprehensive HR systems with payroll features, while tools such as QuickBooks focus primarily on accounting and payroll.<\/p>\n<h3>Can I do my own payroll in the UK?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes. Many businesses manage payroll internally using payroll software that calculates taxes, generates payslips and submits payroll information to HMRC automatically.<\/p>\n<h3>How much does payroll software cost in the UK?<\/h3>\n<p>Pricing varies depending on the provider and number of employees. Some payroll tools start from around \u00a310\u2013\u00a320 per month, while more comprehensive HR and payroll systems can cost \u00a330\u2013\u00a3100+ per month depending on features.<\/p>\n<h3>Does HR software include payroll management software?<\/h3>\n<p>Some HR platforms include payroll functionality, while others require integrations with third-party payroll tools. All-in-one HR systems can simplify payroll by keeping employee data, absences and compensation information in one place.<\/p>\n<h3>Can I use my current payroll system while using Factorial?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes. Many companies continue using their existing payroll provider while using Factorial for preparation and HR processes such as employee data management, time tracking and expense tracking.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><em>The information presented on this page is based on publicly available sources and not limited to eloomi.com, thrivelearning.com, 360learning.com, learnamp.com, talentlms.com, kallidus.com, sap.com, docebo.com, cornerstoneondemand.com, Capterra public reviews, G2 public reviews, and trustpilot public reviews. The comparisons between Factorial and other providers, are intended solely for the illustration of the respective software features, pricing and functionalities. All information regarding features, prices, and integrations may be subject to change without prior notice. Factorial assumes no liability for the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of the information presented. We recommend contacting the respective providers directly to obtain the most accurate and up-to-date information. All legal regulations regarding spanish fair advertising and competition law are fully observed by us; if you have any concerns, please reach out to us. The comparisons presented do not constitute a final evaluation or recommendation for any provider, but serve solely as an informational source.<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We all appreciate how important it is for employees that their employers get payroll right. People need to be paid the right amount at the right time to be able to manage their financial commitments. In many ways, getting payroll right is the bedrock of an excellent work-life balance. 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