hibob

hibob.com
HR & Payroll
Few Days

Modern HR software for small to mid-sized businesses

How to Replace hibob

Overview

hibob is a cloud-based HR platform that streamlines employee management, payroll, and benefits administration. It combines core HR functionality with employee engagement tools to support growing companies.

Features

46 features across 27 categories

Analytics(3)

Absence ForecastingAIPremium

Predict future absences using historical absence patterns.

Attendance InsightsAIPremium

Analyze attendance patterns and identify trends with AI-powered insights.

Reporting & Analytics

Generate HR reports and dashboards with customizable metrics and data visualization.

Also in: Hugging Face, Notion, Smartsheet

Automation(1)

Workflow AutomationPremium

Create custom automated workflows for HR processes without code.

Also in: monday.com, Notion, Airtable

Benefits(2)

Benefits AdministrationPremium

Manage health insurance, retirement plans, and benefits enrollment with vendor integrations.

Benefits CommunicationPremium

Send personalized benefits information and enrollment reminders to employees.

Also in: Justworks, Wagmo, 1Password

Communication(1)

Team Chat Integration

Send notifications and updates directly through team messaging platforms.

Also in: Jobber, Jira, Insightly

Compensation(2)

Bonus ManagementPremium

Plan, calculate, and process employee bonuses and incentives.

Compensation PlanningPremium

Analyze salary benchmarks, plan raises, and manage compensation equity across the organization.

Compliance(2)

Audit TrailPremium

Track all changes to employee records with detailed audit logs.

Compliance ManagementPremium

Track regulatory compliance, manage certifications, and generate audit-ready reports.

Also in: Insider CDP, Airtable, 1Password

Core HR(4)

Contractor ManagementPremium

Manage contractors and temporary workers with separate profiles and workflows.

Emergency Contact Management

Store and manage employee emergency contact information with quick access.

Employee Directory

Centralized database of employee information with customizable profiles and org charts.

Employee Directory Search

Quickly search and filter employee records with advanced search capabilities.

Customization(1)

Custom Fields

Create custom employee data fields to match organizational needs.

Also in: monday.com, Obsidian, Smartsheet

Data Management(3)

Batch Operations

Perform bulk updates on employee data and records simultaneously.

Data Export

Export employee and HR data in multiple formats including CSV and Excel.

Historical Data Retention

Access and analyze historical employee data and transaction records.

Documentation(1)

Document Management

Store and organize employee documents, contracts, and compliance files in secure cloud storage.

Employee Tools(1)

Employee Self-Service Portal

Allow employees to manage personal information, request time off, and access pay stubs.

Engagement(1)

Employee Engagement Surveys

Launch pulse surveys and engagement assessments to gather employee feedback and insights.

Finance(1)

Expense ManagementPremium

Track employee expenses and manage reimbursement workflows.

Global(1)

Multi-Currency SupportPremium

Handle payroll and compensation in multiple currencies for global teams.

Integration(2)

API AccessPremium

Build custom integrations and access hibob data via RESTful APIs.

Integration Marketplace

Browse and install pre-built integrations with popular business applications.

Learning(1)

Learning Management SystemPremium

Assign training courses, track completion, and manage employee development.

Mobile(1)

Mobile App

Access hibob on-the-go with iOS and Android native applications.

Onboarding(1)

Onboarding WorkflowsPremium

Automate new hire onboarding with checklists, training assignments, and welcome communications.

Organization(1)

Org Chart Builder

Create and visualize organizational hierarchies with role mapping and reporting structures.

Payroll(2)

Deduction ManagementPremium

Configure and track salary deductions including taxes and garnishments.

Payroll ProcessingPremium

Calculate and process employee payroll with tax compliance and direct deposit support.

Performance(2)

Performance CalibrationPremium

Align performance ratings across teams with calibration sessions.

Performance ManagementPremium

Conduct 360-degree reviews, set goals, and track employee performance with feedback tools.

Recruitment(3)

Candidate PortalPremium

Provide candidates with a self-service portal to track application status.

Employee Referral ProgramPremium

Manage employee referral workflows and track referral sources.

Recruitment ToolsPremium

Post jobs, manage candidates, and track hiring workflows with applicant tracking.

Reporting(1)

Custom Reports BuilderPremium

Build custom HR reports with drag-and-drop interface.

Security(3)

Role-Based Access Control

Manage user permissions and access levels with granular security settings.

Single Sign-On (SSO)Premium

Enable secure access using SAML and other enterprise SSO protocols.

Two-Factor Authentication

Enhance security with two-factor authentication for user logins.

Talent Management(2)

Skills MatrixPremium

Track employee skills and competencies for workforce planning.

Succession PlanningPremium

Identify high-potential employees and plan for future leadership positions.

Time Off(1)

Leave Management

Manage PTO, sick days, and custom leave types with approval workflows and accrual tracking.

Time Tracking(2)

Shift ManagementPremium

Manage employee shifts, schedules, and shift swaps with calendar views.

Time & Attendance

Track employee work hours, absences, and time off requests with automated workflows.

Pricing

Core

$8/mo
  • Employee directory
  • time tracking
  • leave management
  • basic reporting

Plus

Popular
$12/mo
  • All Core features plus payroll
  • benefits
  • performance management

Pro

$16/mo
  • All Plus features plus recruitment
  • learning management
  • advanced automation

Cost Calculator

Keep Paying hibob

Monthly$8/mo
Yearly$96/yr
5-Year Total$480

Build It Yourself

Est. Build Time~5 hrs
Hosting$20/mo
DifficultyEasy

Total Cost Comparison

1 Year
SaaS
$96
DIY
$240
3 Years
SaaS
$288
DIY
$720
5 Years
SaaS
$480
DIY
$1.2k

DIY hosting estimate based on Vercel + Supabase free/pro tiers (~$20/mo). Build time estimated from 46 features at easy complexity.

Build vs Buy

Should you build a hibob alternative or buy the subscription? Estimate based on 46 features.

Buy hibob

Better Value
Monthly cost$80/mo
3-year total$2,880
Time to deployDays

Build Your Own

Development cost$36,000
Maintenance$540/mo
3-year total$55,440
Dev time~3 months

Buying hibob saves ~$52,560 over 3 years vs building.

Estimates based on 46 features and a BuildScore of 4/5. Actual costs vary.

Integrations

30 known integrations