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# Compare Paylocity vs Ciphr

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> Detailed comparison between Paylocity and Ciphr. Check ratings, reviews, pricing, and features to make the best decision for your business.

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## At a Glance

| Metric | Paylocity | Ciphr |
| **Overall rating** | 4.3/5 | 4.3/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 1822 | 45 |
| **Starting Price** | - | £7.00 |
| **Free Trial** | No | No |
| **Free Version** | No | No |
| **Deployment** | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop) |
| **Support** | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, Chat | Email/Help Desk, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, Chat |
| **Training** | In Person, Live Online, Webinars, Documentation, Videos | Live Online, Webinars, Documentation, Videos |

## Best for

### Paylocity

Paylocity works with all size businesses (20-5000+ employees). We partner with HR, Finance, and IT leaders across industries for one platform that covers payroll, benefits, engagement, and data.

### Ciphr

Ciphr's solutions are typically used by the HR, payroll, learning and recruitment teams within UK organisations, of all sectors, ranging from 200 to 2,000 employees.

## Key features

### Paylocity

- API
- Activity Tracking
- Applicant Tracking
- Application Management
- Background Screening
- Benefits Dashboard
- Benefits Management
- Built-in Course Authoring
- Content Management
- Customisable Branding
- Customisable Templates
- Document Management
- Employee Portal
- Job Board
- Performance Management
- Recruitment Management
- Reminders
- Surveys & Feedback
- Synchronous Learning
- Timesheet Management

### Ciphr

- API
- Activity Tracking
- Applicant Tracking
- Application Management
- Background Screening
- Benefits Dashboard
- Benefits Management
- Built-in Course Authoring
- Content Management
- Customisable Branding
- Customisable Templates
- Document Management
- Employee Portal
- Job Board
- Performance Management
- Recruitment Management
- Reminders
- Surveys & Feedback
- Synchronous Learning
- Timesheet Management

## Links

- [View Paylocity Profile](https://www.capterra.co.uk/software/86714/webpay)
- [View Ciphr Profile](https://www.capterra.co.uk/software/147124/ciphr)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.co.uk/compare/86714/147124/webpay/vs/ciphr)

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