ELMO Software vs. OnPay

Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
ELMO Software
Score 9.0 out of 10
N/A
ELMO Software (ASX:ELO) is a cloud-based solution that helps thousands of organisations across Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom to manage their people, process and pay. ELMO solutions span the entire employee lifecycle from ‘hire to retire’. They can be used together or stand-alone, and are configurable according to an organisation’s unique processes and workflows.N/A
OnPay
Score 9.9 out of 10
N/A
OnPay's payroll and HR is designed for people who want to spend more time running their business, and less on back-office tasks. The application aims to enable users to: • Run payroll • Automate taxes • Let employees do more themselves • Simplify HR processes • Offer benefits in any state OnPay is $49 plus $6 per person each month. The monthly fee includes integrations with QuickBooks, Xero, and time-tracking software, as well as all quarterly and year-end…N/A
Pricing
ELMO SoftwareOnPay
Editions & Modules
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Offerings
Pricing Offerings
ELMO SoftwareOnPay
Free Trial
NoYes
Free/Freemium Version
NoNo
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
NoNo
Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
Additional DetailsFirst month free, then $49 + $6 per employee each month.
More Pricing Information
Community Pulse
ELMO SoftwareOnPay
Considered Both Products
ELMO Software
Chose ELMO Software
Aspen is more straightforward in creating a course of personal development recognized by our industry, but your ELMO Software is generally easier to use. As the workforce in our company is very often built by the majority of people with basic academic background education, IE …
Chose ELMO Software
ELMO is specifically an HR software and it is best suited for this
Chose ELMO Software
Workday is another really useful tool but there are some features in ELMO that make it stand out. ELMO is also much easier to use.
Chose ELMO Software
Good modules set-up and ELMO components portfolio vs. budget (service agreement cost).
OnPay
Chose OnPay
Totally buried ADP Run in every way....
Chose OnPay
We used TriNet for over 2 years then they did away with our product and tried to add a bunch of bells and whistles that we didn't need. It wasn't about the money, it was about how awful their sales and support approach was on why we left. That and they had "issues" and missed …
Chose OnPay
Overall OnPay was the best bang for my buck. Had a lot to offer and was cheaper than the rest of the people we looked into
Chose OnPay
OnPay is just a lot more user friendly. It isn't bogged down by a million different features, it really just has everything you need and nothing you don't. It just makes everything really simple and efficient. It's my favorite payroll processing system to use out of several …
Chose OnPay
OnPay was less expensive and easier to learn than QB Payroll.
Chose OnPay
OnPay had everything I would have gotten from ADP for a much better price. Ultimately, the price is what made me choose OnPay. I've stayed because of the quality of the product.
Chose OnPay
We used to use Intuit Online Payroll a while back before they stopped their service. We switched to OnPay and it's been smooth sailing ever since.
Chose OnPay
OnPay is far superior. I would not recommend Gusto. It was a problem from the start. After only a few months we realized Gusto was unable to provide us with a payroll service we could use. Switching to OnPay has been an excellent move. With Gusto it was one major problem after …
Chose OnPay
I've also used 3py payroll/staffing companies. I found those competitors clunky, slower in support, overly complicated, and overpriced. OnPay has been my favorite experience in payroll over the past 20 years.
Chose OnPay
OnPay is the first payroll service we have used, but there has been no reason to justify us looking for a comparable product to make the switch. OnPay has the services we need. It has additional services that we do not currently need, but perhaps in the future if our company …
Chose OnPay
While different payroll software options cater to various business needs, OnPay's standout features in terms of usability, affordability, accuracy, scalability, and support often place it favorably among businesses seeking a reliable and user-friendly payroll solution.
Chose OnPay
ADP Total Source is a way bigger offering and a lot more expensive overall its probably too much for most businesses. OnPay gives you most of the items you need. You will pay a little more for benefits and workers comp insurance but at the end of the day its still significantly …
Chose OnPay
I personally did not like Paychex. I found their reporting antiquated, cumbersome, and not easily readable. Reporting is very important to me as it serves as a marketing tool. I can highlight the quality of our services by providing informative and easy-to-read reports. The …
Chose OnPay
SurePayroll led to fewer errors. OnPay was less expensive monthly cost (although more expensive once you account for penalties and interest charged by state governments)
Chose OnPay
OnPay is tremendously less expensive and technically superior to Quickbooks in my opinion. OnPay is less expensive and offered the ease of managing a restaurant payroll that was better in my opinion than When I Work. My experience when evaluating all of the payroll products …
Chose OnPay
Great value and easy to use without a masters degree in payroll. Great customer service, not having to wait on hold or chat for hours in the hope someone can help you.
Features
ELMO SoftwareOnPay
Human Resource Management
Comparison of Human Resource Management features of Product A and Product B
ELMO Software
7.9
Ratings
1% above category average
OnPay
-
Ratings
Employee demographic data8.00 Ratings00 Ratings
Job profiles and administration7.70 Ratings00 Ratings
Workflow for transfers, promotions, pay raises, etc.7.20 Ratings00 Ratings
Organizational charting8.30 Ratings00 Ratings
Organization and location management7.80 Ratings00 Ratings
Compliance data (COBRA, OSHA, etc.)8.60 Ratings00 Ratings
Payroll Management
Comparison of Payroll Management features of Product A and Product B
ELMO Software
8.1
Ratings
2% above category average
OnPay
9.9
Ratings
18% above category average
Pay calculation8.20 Ratings9.90 Ratings
Support for external payroll vendors8.10 Ratings00 Ratings
Benefit plan administration8.00 Ratings9.90 Ratings
Direct deposit files8.00 Ratings9.90 Ratings
Salary revision and increment management8.20 Ratings10.00 Ratings
Reimbursement management7.80 Ratings9.80 Ratings
Leave and Attendance Management
Comparison of Leave and Attendance Management features of Product A and Product B
ELMO Software
8.5
Ratings
6% above category average
OnPay
-
Ratings
Approval workflow8.50 Ratings00 Ratings
Balance details8.50 Ratings00 Ratings
Employee Self Service
Comparison of Employee Self Service features of Product A and Product B
ELMO Software
7.9
Ratings
2% below category average
OnPay
-
Ratings
View and generate pay and benefit information8.00 Ratings00 Ratings
Update personal information8.00 Ratings00 Ratings
View company policy documentation8.20 Ratings00 Ratings
Employee recognition7.60 Ratings00 Ratings
HR Reporting
Comparison of HR Reporting features of Product A and Product B
ELMO Software
7.7
Ratings
3% above category average
OnPay
-
Ratings
Report builder7.50 Ratings00 Ratings
Pre-built reports7.70 Ratings00 Ratings
Ability to combine HR data with external data7.80 Ratings00 Ratings
Onboarding
Comparison of Onboarding features of Product A and Product B
ELMO Software
7.8
Ratings
1% below category average
OnPay
-
Ratings
New hire portal8.20 Ratings00 Ratings
Manager tracking tools7.40 Ratings00 Ratings
Performance and Goals
Comparison of Performance and Goals features of Product A and Product B
ELMO Software
7.8
Ratings
1% below category average
OnPay
-
Ratings
Individual goal setting8.20 Ratings00 Ratings
Line-of sight-visibility8.00 Ratings00 Ratings
Performance tracking7.30 Ratings00 Ratings
Performance Management
Comparison of Performance Management features of Product A and Product B
ELMO Software
7.6
Ratings
3% below category average
OnPay
-
Ratings
Performance plans7.70 Ratings00 Ratings
Performance improvement plans7.70 Ratings00 Ratings
Review status tracking6.70 Ratings00 Ratings
Review reminders7.70 Ratings00 Ratings
Multiple review frequency8.20 Ratings00 Ratings
Succession Planning
Comparison of Succession Planning features of Product A and Product B
ELMO Software
7.4
Ratings
5% below category average
OnPay
-
Ratings
Create succession plans/pools7.90 Ratings00 Ratings
Candidate ranking7.60 Ratings00 Ratings
Candidate search6.40 Ratings00 Ratings
Candidate development7.90 Ratings00 Ratings
Recruiting / ATS
Comparison of Recruiting / ATS features of Product A and Product B
ELMO Software
7.5
Ratings
3% below category average
OnPay
-
Ratings
Job Requisition Management7.80 Ratings00 Ratings
Company Website Posting7.70 Ratings00 Ratings
Publish to Social Media7.30 Ratings00 Ratings
Job Search Site Posting6.80 Ratings00 Ratings
Duplicate Candidate Prevention7.80 Ratings00 Ratings
Applicant Tracking7.50 Ratings00 Ratings
Notifications and Alerts7.90 Ratings00 Ratings
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User Ratings
ELMO SoftwareOnPay
Likelihood to Recommend
9.1
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9.9
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Likelihood to Renew
-
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9.1
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Usability
8.0
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9.2
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Availability
8.2
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9.1
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Performance
-
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9.1
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Support Rating
7.6
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8.8
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Implementation Rating
-
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9.1
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Configurability
4.5
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9.1
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Ease of integration
-
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9.1
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Product Scalability
6.4
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9.1
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Vendor post-sale
7.3
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9.1
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Vendor pre-sale
7.3
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9.1
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User Testimonials
ELMO SoftwareOnPay
Likelihood to Recommend
The performance review process is clear and easy to complete, for both employee and manager. I have experienced this in both roles, with my own staff, and undergoing my own review with my manager. I haven't experienced scenarios where it is less appropriate, I think our HR department customised the software well to our needs.
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I'd say if you had someone who wasn't educated on how Payroll should be setup and function OnPay is less ideal. But even then you've got things so well setup and cost efficient, they could afford to put some focus on training. In my mind I imagine OnPay is the best solution for small to mid, even early large, company Payroll processing. We're a small company so I'm unaware of the options provided to streamline importing of large group payrolls, but that might be an area where the interface could provide challenges.
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Pros
  • Has extensive courses library (theory and video library).
  • Very responsive, resourceful and efficient support team.
  • Stuff survey - great range of available templates.
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  • It is easy to add new employees.
  • It is easy to inactivate employees who leave the company.
  • All quarterly and annual reports are completed and filed on a timely basis.
  • Employees have direct online access to their paycheck as well as their W-2.
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Cons
  • Help seems unavailable.
  • A guide or how-to would be extremely appreciated - I haven't found any, at least for user level.
  • User interface could follow a more standard/familiar approach.
  • Some panes should be collapsible (e.g. the right "Work Flow" area, which gives very little help).
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  • I would like to enter some payroll information in advance of the current payroll runs
  • Adding and changing administrators was a bit cumbersome and took several days
  • It works fine for a small number of people being paid if they can be seen on one screen but it might be cumbersome with more than about 10 people. Probably needs a better or different procedure with more people.
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Likelihood to Renew
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We have used OnPay for a few years now and we do continue to renew our annual use of OnPay. We are only a small organization and although OnPay provides a lot of additional services that larger organizations might ind useful, OnPay still meets our limited requirements of running bi-weekly payroll and submitting our quarterly state and federal tax documents, and at a price that we still find affordable.
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Usability
Once I learned the specific way of doing things, the software became very logical and ergonomic. It is easy to use and is an excellent resource for many of the specific tasks required for my role, especially in relation to staff onboarding and management. It is also excellent as a resource for my own personal HR information.
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OnPay is very easy to use. The computer interface is setup very well. You can quickly add people, enter your Payroll, print reports, etc. If your Payroll doesn't change from pay period to pay period (example, salaried employees) it takes mere seconds to enter in your Payroll.
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Reliability and Availability
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OnPay immediately responds to any of my inquiries.
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Performance
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No complaints on OnPay's integration with Xero.
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Support Rating
I am not sure whether you are asking how the learning & development team rates ELMO Software or how ELMO supports our team when issues arise with the software? It is not my decision to purchase the software nor am I involved with the maintenance of the software.
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I've only had to call a couple of times, and each time the customer service rep is extremely thorough and helpful. I've never had the experience, like I do with some other companies, of feeling stressed or irritated with the reps. They are competent, educated, and easily walk me through the system
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Implementation Rating
I was not involved
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Easy to implement and easy to convert any other payroll reports to the OnPay system when making the switch
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Alternatives Considered
Aspen is more straightforward in creating a course of personal development recognized by our industry, but your ELMO Software is generally easier to use. As the workforce in our company is very often built by the majority of people with basic academic background education, IE they often have only just completed year 10... it is very important your element of making it easy to understand, using simple words and clear explained multiple choices in the final quiz
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OnPay is tremendously less expensive and technically superior to Quickbooks in my opinion. OnPay is less expensive and offered the ease of managing a restaurant payroll that was better in my opinion than When I Work. My experience when evaluating all of the payroll products that I felt the company could afford was that OnPay had a superior staff of professionals who knew their product and could explain how to use it most clearly.
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Scalability
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OnPay works.
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Return on Investment
  • It has been helpful
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  • Reduces payroll processing time
  • Ability for full electronic employee files
  • The overall cost is the best in the industry, saving us money
  • Ability for on/off-boarding ensures our files our complete
  • There are a few limitations but they work with programmers to get those features setup
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ScreenShots

OnPay Screenshots

Screenshot of full-service payrollScreenshot of multiple pay rates and schedulesScreenshot of employee self-onboarding and org charts, which are built-inScreenshot of an e-signable offer lettersScreenshot of calendars, where PTO is managed and approvedScreenshot of centralized finances, viewed with over 20 reports for analyzing employment-related expenses