Paycom vs. Paylocity
Paylocity touts an all-in-one platform, but it’s built on nine acquisitions. Our truly single software was built by Paycom, at Paycom. So you get real-time data you can trust.
See how else Paycom outpaces Paylocity with no external tech.
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| Truly single database for greater data integrity and seamless reporting |  |  |
| Seamless software built in-house instead of acquiring it from third parties | | |
| Automatically finds payroll errors and guides employees to fix them before submission for 100% payday accuracy | | |
| Easily manage every type and combination of shift differential | | |
| Automated time-off request decisions based on your org’s policies | | |
| App includes manager functionality for timecards, time-off requests, expenses, scheduling, hiring, performance reviews, PAFs and learning | | |
| Operate our own data centers and hold multiple Tier IV certifications for maximum security | | |
| Find, secure and administer eligible tax credits in-house | | |
| Command-driven AI engine for instant access to employee data | | |
And more!
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| Truly single database for greater data integrity and seamless reporting | |
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| Seamless software built in-house instead of acquiring it from third parties | |
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| Automatically finds payroll errors and guides employees to fix them before submission for 100% payday accuracy | |
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| Easily manage every type and combination of shift differential | |
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| Automated time-off request decisions based on your org’s policies | |
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| App includes manager functionality for timecards, time-off requests, expenses, scheduling, hiring, performance reviews, PAFs and learning | |
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| Operate our own data centers and hold multiple Tier IV certifications for maximum security | |
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| Find, secure and administer eligible tax credits in-house | |
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| Command-driven AI engine for instant access to employee data | |
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And more!
Unlike Paylocity, Paycom delivers instant, accurate employee data — all at your command. No need to navigate the software to find what you need. Just ask IWant™, our command-driven AI engine. IWant pulls data directly from our secure single database — not multiple sources — for comprehensive, real-time results every time.
The industry’s first command-driven AI engine in a single database
Unlike Paylocity, Paycom delivers instant, accurate employee data — all at your command. No need to navigate the software to find what you need. Just ask IWant™, our command-driven AI engine. IWant pulls data directly from our secure single database — not multiple sources — for comprehensive, real-time results every time.
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When this casino made the switch from Paylocity back to Paycom’s full-solution automation, it found itself empowered with all the tools it needed to win.
When this casino made the switch from Paylocity back to Paycom’s full-solution automation, it found itself empowered with all the tools it needed to win.
How Paycom outperforms Paylocity
Choosing Paycom just got easier
Trust greater data integrity with a true single database.
When we say a single software, we mean it. No app hopping, roadblocks or rekeying that sacrifices security and data integrity. All the tools you need live in one place. Employees enter their data once and it flows seamlessly and securely throughout our software.
Paylocity acquires third-party software, resulting in a system that masquerades as a unified app. Since Paylocity acquired its tech for international payroll, video capabilities, benefits administration, headcount planning, financial management and workforce communication, you experience inconsistencies and potentially corrupt data.
Get the dedicated support you need from one source.
From the moment you become a client, you’re assigned a dedicated specialist with comprehensive knowledge of Paycom’s single software and the unique needs of your business. No maze of multiple service teams for specific tools — just full, ongoing support from an expert committed to your success.
Due to Paylocity’s acquisitions and multiple systems, you are more likely to be ping-ponged between a variety of service teams depending on the product you’re needing support for.
Cut payroll processing time by up to 90%.*
Paycom’s employee-first payroll experience, Beti®, takes processing off your plate and delivers pay confidence to your people. Beti self-starts and self-builds payroll each cycle, automatically identifying errors and guiding employees to fix them before payroll is submitted — so it’s always right. No manual work for you or them. Just accuracy you can count on.
Paylocity does not offer this functionality. With Paylocity, employees can view their current and past pay but cannot correct errors before payroll is processed. So as employees blame your organization for incorrect pay, you’re stuck processing costly corrections like voids, wire transfers and direct deposit reversals.
Defeat time-off decision fatigue for good with automation.
Paycom’s Time-Off Requests featuring GONE® allows you to set a variety of time-off decision-making criteria — from request reasons to blackout periods and more. Once GONE is set up, automated decisions flow seamlessly and accurately into payroll. No more tracking down approvals, scheduling confusion or inconsistency.
Paylocity does not offer this functionality. While it offers basic automated scheduling and time tracking, it lacks a comprehensive tool that automates all aspects of time-off decision-making fairly and consistently based on your organization’s needs.
Yes, it’s true. Read this commissioned Forrester Consulting New Technology TEI study to see how Paycom’s Time-Off Requests featuring GONE generates significant ROI.
A commissioned study conducted by Forrester Consulting on behalf of Paycom (October 2024). Results are for a composite organization based on interviewed clients with a three-year projected ROI of 102%-821%.
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Learn more about how Paycom beats Paylocity
Unlike Paylocity’s acquired apps and systems, Paycom exists in a truly single software built by Paycom, at Paycom. Your data flows seamlessly from one Paycom tool to the next, so you avoid manual entry and the potential errors that come with it.
Did you just hire international employees or overhaul your benefits package? With these big moves and more, you shouldn’t put your faith in tech that your provider didn’t design. After all, your HR software is only as good as the data it uses. And third-party integrations compromise your data’s quality.
Don’t forget your employees use your HR tech, too! With Employee Self-Service®, your employees can easily view and manage everything that matters to them most, including:
- payroll
- benefits
- development
- total rewards
- performance reviews
- and more
Beti, our self-service payroll experience, even automatically finds errors and guides employees to resolve them before submission. Currently, Paylocity offers no tech to ensure payroll is 100% accurate.
At Paycom, your success is our success. As soon as you’re a client, we assign you a dedicated specialist from our world-class service team who truly knows your business. They’ll help you through implementation, your first payroll and beyond with ongoing guidance and support.
You’ll also enjoy no-cost Paycom training for you and your employees, so everyone knows how to use our software to the fullest.
We take the highest degree of care and caution to prevent its unauthorized disclosure, including measures required by applicable privacy laws.
To ensure the security of your employees’ nonpublic personal information, we encrypt your data in transport and in storage. We operate our own data centers and hold two of only 17 Tier IV certifications in the U.S. Additionally, data entered through Paycom is not used for any purpose other than to provide our services.
We do not share nonpublic personal data with any third parties unless necessary to serve you. This includes the IRS, state unemployment agencies, state income agencies, workers’ compensation auditors, 401(k) administrators and entities that participate in the NACHA program for funds transfer purposes.
Whether you’re a small startup or an established enterprise, Paycom’s single software scales with your organization and adapts to your unique needs. Since all employee data exists in Paycom — without acquired third-party apps — you can easily run fully customizable and accurate reports right in the software.
But Paycom’s customization doesn’t end with reports. Our Time-Off Requests tool and its enhancement, GONE, lets you automate decisions around time off based on criteria you set. You can even customize the criteria later to address seasonal demand or a new employment law.
We also offer customizable options for:
- administering benefits
- creating and assigning training
- gathering valuable employee feedback
- exporting your general payroll ledgers
- and more!
If you have a specific HR need, Paycom gives you the power to address it.
Unlike Paylocity, Paycom’s implementation experts prioritize your needs and value your time to ensure the most efficient and effective implementation possible. You’ll be assigned one point of contact who will provide hands-on guidance through every step. Plus, our sales representatives won’t ditch you the moment they close. They’ll be by your side to ensure you experience the fast and stress-free implementation you deserve.
Easier than you think! Meet with us and we’ll show you how simple it is to switch from Paylocity.
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