Kaymbu vs Paycor

Procare Solutions

brightwheel

Lillio

All-in-one child care management software trusted by 40,000+ daycares, preschools, and youth programs to simplify running their business.

Brightwheel is both a mobile app (Android + iOS) and cloud-based software built for childcare, daycare, and preschool programs. Brightwheel childcare management software offers digital check-in/-out, digital daily reports, paperless billing, robust parent comms, and free training and support.

Lillio is a cloud-based solution for parent communication, digital daily reports generation, and educational documentation in daycare, child care and preschool classrooms.

Project Management Lead

Its little bit confusion of programs while using in a large number of clients at a time

Kaymbu is a family engagement & classroom documentation tool which enables early education institutions to make learning visible through photo & video sharing

Activity Dashboard

Activity Tracking

Assessment Management

Attendance Tracking

Communications Management

Customizable Branding

Daily Reports

Email Reminders

Individualized Assessments

Milestone Tracking

Multi-Location

Multi-User Collaboration

Parent Portal

Progress Tracking

Real-Time Reporting

Records Management

Reporting/Analytics

Reporting & Statistics

Scoring

Secure Data Storage

Summary Reports

Kaymbu

Web-based

Android

iPhone

iPad

Typeform

Connecteam

Childcare Director

We often had to wait several minutes for pictures to load, and sometimes they would load multiple times before being able to send them.

I also liked being able to view the pictures and videos sent at a glance.

I mostly recommended because of the instructional aspect like a teacher .

Photo Management

Video Sharing

Customer Support

Teacher Classroom Management

Freelancers

Large Enterprises

Small Business

Mid-size Business

Deel

Deel is the only global-first people platform that enables companies to hire, pay, manage, and develop talent in 150+ countries without compliance headaches or third-party dependencies. Deel supports 40,000 customers and 1.5 million workers through a single, scalable global system.

Rippling

Rippling is a cloud-based workforce management system that helps businesses manage operations across HR, finance, and IT.

RUN Powered by ADP

RUN Powered by ADP® helps small businesses automate payroll, file taxes and manage HR with ease. From AI-driven efficiency to expert support, businesses can take care of their teams anytime and anywhere. 

Sr. HR Operations Analyst

Customer service is horrendous; their model is based on reaching out to their general support line or live chat for direct assistance, but it's a 50/50 shot as to whether you get someone knowledgeable, or whether you get someone who needs knowledge FROM YOU.

HR Manager

Because of their constant growth and innovation, they can't keep up with good customer service and run into lots of system issues that effect regular daily work sometimes causing significant delays, or keeping us from being able to complete work at all, or even causing more work by trying to fix things.

Paycor’s all-in-one, cloud-based human capital management (HCM) platform modernizes every aspect of people management, from recruiting, onboarding and payroll to career development and retention.

1099 Preparation

360 Degree Feedback

401(k) Tracking

Absence Management

ACA Reporting

Access Controls/Permissions

Accounting

Accounting Integration

Ad hoc Reporting

Alerts/Notifications

Analytics

Anonymous Feedback

Applicant Tracking

Application Management

Appointment Scheduling

Approval Process Control

Approval Workflow

Asynchronous Learning

Attendance Management

Audit Management

Audit Trail

Automated Scheduling

Automatic Time Capture

Auto Update

Availability Management

Background Screening

Benchmarking

Benefits Administration Outsourcing

Benefits Dashboard

Benefits Management

Billable & Non-Billable Hours

Biometric Recognition

Blended Learning

Bonus Management

Booking Management

Boolean Search

Budget Management

Budget Tracking

Built-in Course Authoring

Calendar Management

Calendar Sync

Candidate Management

Candidate Profiles

Candidate Sourcing

Candidate Tracking

Career Development

Careers Page

Certification & Licensing

Check Printing

Class Scheduling

Clock In/Out

COBRA Administration

Collaboration Tools

Commenting/Notes

Commission Management

Communication Management

Compensation Management

Compensation Plan Modeling

Compensation Statements

Competency Management

Compliance Management

Compliance Tracking

Configurable Workflow

Content Library

Content Management

Corporate/Business

Course Management

Course Tracking

Customer Database

Customer Segmentation

Customizable Fields

Customizable Questions

Customizable Reports

Customizable Templates

Dashboard

Data Analysis Tools

Data Import/Export

Data Security

Data Visualization

Deduction Management

Direct Deposit

Disability Insurance Administration

Discussions/Forums

Document Management

Document Storage

Drag & Drop

eLearning Companies

Electronic Forms

Electronic Signature

Email Management

Email Marketing

Email Templates

Employee Benefits Administration

Reviews for Paycor come from a wide variety of industries, including Non-Profit Organization Management (7% of reviewers), Hospital & Health Care (5%), and Construction (5%). The most frequent use case for Paycor cited by reviewers is payroll (66% of reviewers).

Users and use cases

Reviewers appreciate Paycor’s affordable pricing and wide range of functionalities, especially for small businesses. Some users report that advanced features require extra fees, and they encounter unexpected charges, making the total cost higher than anticipated.

Value for money

The Paycor integration most frequently cited by reviewers is Employee Navigator, a benefits administration product rated 4.5 out of 5 for its integration with Paycor.

Integrations

Paycor is a payroll solution with key features that include direct deposit, payroll management, payroll reporting, W-2 preparation, tax compliance, employee database, and more.

Proprietary

Paycor

Windows

Paylocity

Paychex Flex

Paycom

UKG Pro

ADP Workforce Now

Workday HCM

isolved

BambooHR

UKG Ready

Gusto

TriNet HR Plus

Lattice

ADP TotalSource

15Five

Basic

 Essential

 Core

 Complete

Inefficient and inconsistent email communication

52% of reviewers feel negative about Paycor’s email notifications. Users report frustration with excessive security codes sent via email, delayed or missing responses from support, and lack of timely notifications for important events. They mention that emails to support often go unanswered for extended periods, and that the process for submitting cases or receiving updates is cumbersome. Reviewers also highlight issues with notification consistency for PTO requests and system maintenance alerts.

Challenging and unreliable phone support

Administrative Manager

Paycor has done the exact opposite of everything we were promised and the only reason we are still with them is because I cannot get someone on the phone to cancel our contract.

50% of reviewers feel negative about Paycor’s phone support. Reviewers indicate that reaching knowledgeable representatives is difficult, with long hold times and frequent transfers between departments. They say support staff often lack familiarity with specific accounts, leading to repeated explanations and unresolved issues. Users report inconsistent experiences, with some calls ending abruptly or being escalated without follow-up, making problem resolution time-consuming and frustrating.

Cumbersome review and approval processes

44% of reviewers feel negative about Paycor’s review and approval workflows. Users say the system is confusing for tasks like timecard approvals, document sign-offs, and direct deposit updates. They mention limited customization for review forms, lack of workflow automation, and difficulties with archiving or editing past reviews. Reviewers also report challenges with managing PTO requests, updating employee information, and accessing necessary documentation for audits or compliance.

Limited and complex reporting features

HR Director

Reporting is especially poor, with limited customization, outdated formats, and a lack of real-time insights, making it difficult to extract meaningful data without heavy manual effort.

41% of reviewers feel negative about Paycor’s report generation. Users find the reporting tools difficult to navigate, with limited customization and outdated formats. They say extracting meaningful data often requires manual manipulation, and standard reports may not meet all business needs. Reviewers mention challenges with creating custom reports, inconsistent data accuracy, and difficulties pulling historical or cross-year information, leading to inefficiencies in accessing and analyzing workforce data.

Frequent technical glitches and delays

Manager

Any request, even basic ones, requires hours of follow ups, explanations, and escalations, and many issues still remain unresolved. If you choose Paycor, be prepared to spend at least five hours trying to fix problems that should be straightforward, with no guarantee they will be resolved.

Human Resources Manager

Employees have reported issues logging into the system to make leave or vacation requests or administering excused absences, highlighting a persistent difficulty with the self-service interface.

68% of reviewers feel negative about Paycor’s bugs and technical issues. Users report persistent problems with system reliability, including slow load times, login difficulties, and glitches in time tracking and accruals. They say technical support is often slow to resolve issues, requiring repeated follow-ups and manual workarounds. Reviewers indicate that integration between modules can be inconsistent, leading to data discrepancies and additional administrative burden.

Significant time and cost efficiency

95% of reviewers feel positive about Paycor’s time and cost savings. Reviewers indicate that automation and self-service features reduce manual work, allowing HR teams to focus on other responsibilities. They say entering data once and letting the system handle calculations minimizes errors and saves hours each month. Users appreciate the ability to go paperless, streamline payroll, and manage documents efficiently, noting that these efficiencies translate into both time and monetary savings for their organizations.