BrightHR vs BrightPay
Payroll is just one piece of the puzzle and if you’re looking for complete people management, built for busy business owners who want to save time, money and stay compliant. Look no further than BrightHR.
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Join 120,000+ global businesses that choose BrightHR over other providers
Join 120,000+ global businesses that choose BrightHR over other providers
How do BrightHR & BrightPay Compare?
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Why customers choose BrightHR over BrightPay
HR and payroll, all in one place
Juggling different systems for your HR and payroll is a recipe for double-date entry, confusion, and unnecessary admin. With everything under one roof, you save time reduce errors and get a smoother experience for you and your people.
Your people and payroll perfectly paired
Our all-in-one platform brings HR and payroll together. So, you can manage your people, pay and compliance from one simple system.
Pay runs made simple: Calculate pay, tax, pensions and more in just a few clicks.
Stay compliant: Get a direct line to CIPP qualified payroll professionals for any questions you may have.
Smarter reporting: Get a clear view, of costs, trends and workforce data with customisable reporting.
No more duplications: Employee records updated in real-time across HR and payroll.
Better for your people: Payslips, time off, and personal details all in place for your staff top.
One system. One login. Discover how integrated HR and payroll takes the stress out of your people management.
Learning and performance, perfectly connected
Support your team’s development from every angle with a platform that links learning and performance. Set goals, track progress, hold effect performance reviews and provide on-demand e-learning—all in once place.
Build skills, boost confidence and stay compliant
From HR essentials to health & safety, our CDP-accredited and RoSPA-assured courses are designed to keep your people skilled, safe and confident. Plus, with our integrated performance management you get the tools to help your team, grow, perform, and thrive.
HR essential skills made easy: Assign HR and management e-learning courses to staff and managers to build key skills like time management, communication and leadership.
Health & safety covered: Access health & safety specific online courses to keep your staff informed and safe, and your business compliant.
Smart development plans: Align online training with individual goals and performance reviews.
Track progress: Monitor all staff progress and keep an accurate log of course completion certificates
One seamless system: No more switching between tools with online courses your team can complete at their own pace on any device.
Performance and learning go hand in hand. See how our integrated HR platform helps your team grow with purpose.
Payday without the panic
Payroll doesn’t have to be a monthly headache. With our fully managed payroll service, you can hand it over to the experts and know it’s being handled, accurately, on time and compliantly.
Outsource the payroll headache, keep the control
Our CIPP qualified team of payroll specialists take care of everything, so you can focus on running your business without worrying about payslips, tax codes, national insurance contributions or HRMC deadlines.
Fully managed by payroll experts: From calculations to submissions, it’s all done for you.
Accurate and compliant: We keep you in line with payroll legislations, so you don’t have to stress.
HRMC sorted: Real Time Information (RTI) submissions, P60s, and year-end reporting? We’ve got you covered.
Payslips delivered: Staff get secure, digital access to payslips and payment information.
Support when you need it: Questions? Payroll issues? Our team is just a call away.
Less admin, fewer mistakes, and total peace of mind. See how our managed payroll solution makes payday effortless.
Health & safety that works for you
Keeping your people safe is a top priority, but it should take up all your time. Our health & safety software gives you the tools to stay compliant, reduce risk and build a safer workplace.
All your safety tools in one place
Keeping your people safe is a top priority, but it should take up all your time. Our health & safety software gives you the tools to stay compliant, reduce risk and build a safer workplace.
Risk assessments made easy: Create, store and update risk assessments in minutes.
Track near misses and accidents: Log and report issues quickly to keep your records up to date.
Hazardous substances handled: Manage COSHH with specific risk assessments and proper documentation.
Training at your fingertips: Keep your team safe and informed with essential e-learning courses, covering health & safety topics for all industries.
Expert support included: Get advice from health & safety professionals 24/7 whenever, wherever.
When your people feel appreciated, they show up at their best. See how our platform helps you turn recognition into a daily habit.
Your people and payroll perfectly paired
Our all-in-one platform brings HR and payroll together. So, you can manage your people, pay and compliance from one simple system.
Pay runs made simple: Calculate pay, tax, pensions and more in just a few clicks.
Stay compliant: Get a direct line to CIPP qualified payroll professionals for any questions you may have.
Smarter reporting: Get a clear view, of costs, trends and workforce data with customisable reporting.
No more duplications: Employee records updated in real-time across HR and payroll.
Better for your people: Payslips, time off, and personal details all in place for your staff top.
One system. One login. Discover how integrated HR and payroll takes the stress out of your people management.
Build skills, boost confidence and stay compliant
From HR essentials to health & safety, our CDP-accredited and RoSPA-assured courses are designed to keep your people skilled, safe and confident. Plus, with our integrated performance management you get the tools to help your team, grow, perform, and thrive.
HR essential skills made easy: Assign HR and management e-learning courses to staff and managers to build key skills like time management, communication and leadership.
Health & safety covered: Access health & safety specific online courses to keep your staff informed and safe, and your business compliant.
Smart development plans: Align online training with individual goals and performance reviews.
Track progress: Monitor all staff progress and keep an accurate log of course completion certificates
One seamless system: No more switching between tools with online courses your team can complete at their own pace on any device.
Performance and learning go hand in hand. See how our integrated HR platform helps your team grow with purpose.
Outsource the payroll headache, keep the control
Our CIPP qualified team of payroll specialists take care of everything, so you can focus on running your business without worrying about payslips, tax codes, national insurance contributions or HRMC deadlines.
Fully managed by payroll experts: From calculations to submissions, it’s all done for you.
Accurate and compliant: We keep you in line with payroll legislations, so you don’t have to stress.
HRMC sorted: Real Time Information (RTI) submissions, P60s, and year-end reporting? We’ve got you covered.
Payslips delivered: Staff get secure, digital access to payslips and payment information.
Support when you need it: Questions? Payroll issues? Our team is just a call away.
Less admin, fewer mistakes, and total peace of mind. See how our managed payroll solution makes payday effortless.
All your safety tools in one place
Keeping your people safe is a top priority, but it should take up all your time. Our health & safety software gives you the tools to stay compliant, reduce risk and build a safer workplace.
Risk assessments made easy: Create, store and update risk assessments in minutes.
Track near misses and accidents: Log and report issues quickly to keep your records up to date.
Hazardous substances handled: Manage COSHH with specific risk assessments and proper documentation.
Training at your fingertips: Keep your team safe and informed with essential e-learning courses, covering health & safety topics for all industries.
Expert support included: Get advice from health & safety professionals 24/7 whenever, wherever.
When your people feel appreciated, they show up at their best. See how our platform helps you turn recognition into a daily habit.
Enjoy total support with BrightHR
BrightHR saves you time, money, and stress. With everything you need to not only manage your staff but grow your team, protect your culture, and boost your bottom line!
Entire employee lifecycle management from onboarding to offboarding
24/7 reliable legal support with employment law advice for EVERY industry
Time-saving tools that simplify your HR and health & safety and cut your admin time in half
Free value-add tools that help your business grow and become the employer of choice
Sources: The cost of HR documentation, recording staff lateness and absence to recording staff overtime is based on a UK day rate for a mid-level HR Manager validated by Hays Salary Guide. The cost of drafting a health & safety policy, conducting a risk assessment and injuries is validated by the HSE. The cost of advertising is based on an annual cost based on a monthly average spend validated by Expert Market. The cost for timekeeping, document storage, and expense tools is an average per employee per annum cost based on our market research as a leading HR SaaS provider. Annual cost of BrightHR is based off the BrightHR Protect Combined package for 12 months. Further information available on request. *Cost of single document rather than average yearly spend. Terms and conditions apply
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