Paycor vs Paylocity
Best for
Small and mid-market employers wanting a unified HCM where payroll, time, talent and benefits share one data model.
Small and mid-market U.S. organizations that want a unified payroll and HR/HCM platform with strong employee self-service.
Strong when
You value strong workforce-management and scheduling depth for frontline and hourly workforces plus broad integration options.
Employee experience, mobile adoption and a single system of record spanning HR and, increasingly, finance are priorities.
Validate before buying
Pricing is no longer public (quote-only since 2025), the G2 rating is mid-tier, and roadmap and support are consolidating under Paychex.
Reviewers cite support consistency during peak times; implementation/setup fees apply and global payroll is integration-based rather than native.
Pricing
Quote-based; Paycor removed public pricing from its site in 2025.
Per-employee-per-month and quote-based; a demo request is required for a customized quote.
Implementation
Paycor cites custom integrations built in ten days or less; broader timelines vary.
Setup and implementation fees apply and vary by company size and configuration.
Employees
1001-5000
5001-10000
Headquarters
Cincinnati, Ohio
Schaumburg, Illinois
Founded
1990
1997
Categories
HCM
PayrollHCM
Core capabilities
Payroll and tax complianceHRIS / core HROnboardingBenefits administrationTime and attendanceScheduling and labor forecastingPerformance and learningRecruiting
Payroll and tax filingHRISBenefits administrationTime and attendanceTalent managementOnboarding and performanceEmployee self-service and mobileEmployee engagement / community
Decision snapshots reflect verified profiles where available. Paycor · Paylocity