Namely

namely.com
HR & Payroll
Few Days

All-in-one HR platform for mid-market companies

How to Replace Namely

Overview

Namely is a cloud-based HR software that combines payroll, benefits, performance management, and compliance tools in one unified platform. It serves mid-market organizations with 100+ employees seeking streamlined people operations.

Features

42 features across 17 categories

Analytics(2)

Custom Reports

Build and schedule custom HR reports with drag-and-drop report builder.

Data Analytics DashboardAI

Real-time workforce analytics and metrics with interactive visualizations.

Also in: Hugging Face, Notion, Smartsheet

Automation(1)

Workflow AutomationPremium

Automate repetitive HR processes with customizable workflow builders.

Also in: monday.com, Notion, Airtable

Benefits(3)

Benefits Administration

Manage health insurance, retirement plans, and employee benefits enrollment.

Benefits BenchmarkingAIPremium

Compare benefits offerings against industry standards and competitors.

Benefits EligibilityAI

Automated eligibility rules for benefits based on employee attributes.

Also in: Justworks, Wagmo, 1Password

Compensation(1)

Compensation PlanningAIPremium

Analyze salary structures, plan raises, and manage equity compensation.

Compliance(4)

Audit Logs

Complete audit trails documenting all system changes and access events.

Compliance Tracking

Monitor regulatory compliance with automated audit trails and reporting.

Document Management

Store, manage, and retrieve employee documents and records securely.

Tax Document Management

Generate and distribute W2s, 1099s, and other tax documents securely.

Also in: Insider CDP, Airtable, 1Password

Core HR(5)

Employee Directory

Centralized employee database with profiles, org charts, and search functionality.

Employee Handbook

Create, manage, and distribute company handbooks with acknowledgment tracking.

Mobile App

Employee access to paycheck, benefits, and HR documents on mobile devices.

Org Chart Builder

Visualize and manage organizational structure with automatic hierarchy mapping.

Self-Service Portal

Employees manage personal information, benefits, and requests without HR intervention.

Engagement(1)

Engagement SurveysAIPremium

Conduct pulse surveys and measure employee engagement with real-time analytics.

Finance(1)

Expense ManagementPremium

Track employee expenses and manage reimbursements with approval workflows.

Integration(1)

API AccessPremium

RESTful APIs for custom integrations and system connections.

Learning(1)

Learning ManagementPremium

Create, assign, and track training courses and employee development programs.

Onboarding(1)

Onboarding Workflows

Automate new hire onboarding with customizable checklists and tasks.

Payroll(3)

Multi-Currency SupportPremium

Process payroll and manage benefits across multiple currencies and countries.

Payroll Management

Automated payroll processing with tax compliance and multi-state support.

Payroll Tax Services

Automatic tax filing and compliance with federal, state, and local requirements.

Performance(3)

360 Degree FeedbackPremium

Collect multi-directional feedback from managers, peers, and direct reports.

Performance Management

Set goals, conduct reviews, and track employee development with continuous feedback.

Pulse Check-insAIPremium

Lightweight ongoing feedback mechanism separate from formal review cycles.

Recruiting(4)

Applicant TrackingAIPremium

Post job openings, track candidates, and manage hiring workflows.

Background Check IntegrationPremium

Automated background check ordering and tracking within hiring workflow.

Employee Referral ProgramPremium

Manage employee referral programs with tracking and reward management.

Offer ManagementPremium

Create, customize, and send job offers with e-signature capabilities.

Security(4)

Data Encryption

End-to-end encryption of sensitive employee data at rest and in transit.

Role-Based Access Control

Granular permission settings and access controls for different user roles.

SSO IntegrationPremium

Single Sign-On support for enterprise authentication systems.

Two-Factor Authentication

Multi-factor authentication support for enhanced account security.

Talent Management(4)

Career PathingAIPremium

Define career progression paths and skill requirements for different roles.

Skills ManagementAIPremium

Track employee skills, certifications, and competencies for workforce planning.

Succession PlanningAIPremium

Identify high-potential employees and plan for leadership transitions.

Talent MarketplaceAIPremium

Internal job board for employees to discover internal opportunities.

Time Tracking(3)

Flexible SchedulingAIPremium

Create and manage flexible work schedules with shift planning.

Leave Management

Manage PTO, sick leave, and custom leave types with accrual calculations.

Time & Attendance

Track employee hours, absences, and time-off requests with automated timekeeping.

Pricing

Essentials

$8/mo
  • Core HR
  • Payroll
  • Benefits

Advantage

Popular
$12/mo
  • All Essentials plus Performance
  • Learning
  • Recruiting

Premier

$18/mo
  • All Advantage plus Compensation
  • Succession
  • Advanced Analytics

Cost Calculator

Keep Paying Namely

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 42 features at easy complexity.

Build vs Buy

Should you build a Namely alternative or buy the subscription? Estimate based on 42 features.

Buy Namely

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

Estimates based on 42 features and a BuildScore of 4/5. Actual costs vary.

Integrations

28 known integrations

Adobe SignADPAuth0BenefitfocusCalendlyConcurCornerstone OnDemandDocusignExpensifyGoogle WorkspaceGreenhouseGuidepointIndeedLatticeLeverLinkedInMicrosoft 365Microsoft TeamsOktaPaychexPower BIQuickBooks OnlineSalesforceSlackTableauUdemy for BusinessWorkdayZapier