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About

Folks is a complete HR platform built for Canadian SMBs, combining four seamlessly integrated products to help you hire, manage, develop, and pay your team — all in one place. With Folks HRIS, centralize employee records, onboarding, time tracking, and compliance. Folks ATS streamlines recruitment with smart sourcing, job board integrations, and applicant tracking. Folks Performance supports growth through continuous performance management, evaluations, and career development. Folks Payroll ensures smooth, compliant payroll processing directly within the same system. Together, these solutions create a unified, people-first HR experience that boosts productivity and simplifies your daily operations.

About

Paycor modernizes every aspect of people management, from recruiting, onboarding and payroll to career development and retention. For more than 30 years, Paycor has been listening to and partnering with leaders to learn what they need: a comprehensive, unified HR platform, easy integration with third party apps, powerful analytics, and custom technology and support for specific industry needs. That’s why more than 29,000 customers trust Paycor to help them solve problems and achieve their goals.

Platforms Supported

Windows
Mac
Linux
Cloud
On-Premises
iPhone
iPad
Android
Chromebook

Platforms Supported

Windows
Mac
Linux
Cloud
On-Premises
iPhone
iPad
Android
Chromebook

Audience

Companies that need an HR management system and applicant tracking solution

Audience

Paycor builds HR & Payroll software for leaders, to help them manage and develop employees and run their business

Support

Phone Support
24/7 Live Support
Online

Support

Phone Support
24/7 Live Support
Online

API

Offers API

API

Offers API

Screenshots and Videos

Screenshots and Videos

Pricing

$6 per employee per month
Free Version
Free Trial

Pricing

$99
Free Version
Free Trial

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 4.8 / 5
ease 4.7 / 5
features 4.5 / 5
design 4.8 / 5
support 5.0 / 5

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 2.5 / 5
ease 2.5 / 5
features 2.0 / 5
design 2.5 / 5
support 2.0 / 5

Training

Documentation
Webinars
Live Online
In Person

Training

Documentation
Webinars
Live Online
In Person

Company Information

Folks
Founded: 2010
Canada
folkshr.com

Company Information

Paycor
Founded: 1990
United States
www.paycor.com

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Alternatives

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Sage HR

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Categories

Empower your employees to grow with a complete view of their performance. Folks HR makes it easy to set up and manage 360-degree feedback processes, gathering insights from managers, peers, and direct reports in a structured, confidential way. The platform centralizes all feedback, highlights strengths, and identifies development opportunities, helping leaders and employees build stronger skills and improve collaboration. With customizable evaluation forms and simple reporting, you can turn feedback into actionable growth while fostering a culture of transparency and continuous improvement.

Streamline your hiring with Folks HR’s Applicant Tracking System. Post jobs, centralize applications, and follow candidates through every stage with a clear kanban view that keeps your pipeline organized at a glance. Collaborate easily with managers, assign tasks, and track feedback in one place. Automated workflows and customizable stages save time, while integrated communication tools ensure a smooth candidate experience. Designed for growing teams, Folks HR helps you stay efficient, attract top talent, and make better hiring decisions—without the hassle of juggling multiple tools.

Manage all your people operations in one place with Folks HR. From employee files to contracts, vacation requests, performance records, and compliance, everything is centralized, secure, and easy to access. No more scattered spreadsheets or lost documents—Folks HR gives you a clear, organized view of your workforce. Designed for small and medium-sized businesses, the platform simplifies daily HR tasks, saves time, and ensures accuracy, so you can focus on building stronger teams and a healthier workplace culture.

Simplify payroll management with Folks HR’s integrated module built for Canadian businesses. Automate calculations, deductions, and government remittances to stay compliant while reducing errors. Employee data, worked hours, and absences flow seamlessly into payroll, ensuring accuracy and efficiency every cycle. With direct deposit, electronic pay stubs, and secure record-keeping, employees get paid on time and with confidence. Folks HR makes payroll stress-free and efficient, so you can focus on what matters most—your people.

Drive employee growth and align individual goals with company objectives through Folks HR’s Performance Management tools. Set clear goals, track progress, and schedule regular reviews—all in one platform. Managers can provide continuous feedback, employees can document achievements, and HR teams can access a centralized record of performance history. With customizable evaluation templates, reminders, and visual dashboards, Folks HR makes performance reviews simple, structured, and fair. The result: stronger engagement, better conversations, and a culture of continuous improvement that helps both people and businesses thrive.

Categories

360 Degree Feedback Features

Dashboard
Feedback / Surveys
Progress Tracking
Question Library
Rater Selection
Self Service Portal
Supports External Reviewers

Human Resources Features

360 Degree Feedback
Applicant Tracking
Attendance Management
Benefits Management
Career Development Planning
Compensation Management
Compliance Management
Employee Database
Employee Lifecycle Management
Onboarding
Payroll Management
Performance Management
Recruiting Management
Self Service Portal
Succession Planning
Time & Attendance Management
Time Off Management
Timesheets
Training Management

Performance Management Features

360 Degree Feedback
Compensation Management
Custom Rating Scales
Customizable Templates
Individual Development Plans
On-going Performance Tracking
Peer Appraisals
Review Cycle Tracking
Self Service Portal
Self-Appraisals
Skills Assessments
Weighted Performance Measures

Applicant Tracking Features

Assessments
Background Screening
Candidate Management
Collaboration Tools
Internal HR
Interview Management
Interview Scheduling
Job Board Posting
Job Requisition
Onboarding
Recruiting Firms
Reference Checking
Resume Parsing
Resume Search
Self Service Portal
Workflow Management

360 Degree Feedback Features

Dashboard
Feedback / Surveys
Progress Tracking
Question Library
Rater Selection
Self Service Portal
Supports External Reviewers

Human Resources Features

360 Degree Feedback
Applicant Tracking
Attendance Management
Benefits Management
Career Development Planning
Compensation Management
Compliance Management
Employee Database
Employee Lifecycle Management
Onboarding
Payroll Management
Performance Management
Recruiting Management
Self Service Portal
Succession Planning
Time & Attendance Management
Time Off Management
Timesheets
Training Management

Payroll Features

401(k) Tracking
Attendance Management
Benefits Management
Check Printing
Compensation Management
Deductions Management
Direct Deposit
Multi-Country
Multi-State
Reporting/Analytics
Self Service Portal
Tax Compliance
Vacation / Leave Tracking
W-2 and 1099 Preparation
Wage Garnishment

Attendance Tracking Features

Absence Management
Calendar Management
Employee Scheduling
Employee Time Clock
FMLA Tracking
Overtime Tracking
Reporting/Analytics
Self Service Portal
Time Tracking
Timesheets
Vacation / Leave Tracking

Benefits Administration Features

Claims Management
COBRA Administration
Deduction Management
Disability Insurance Administration
Employee Benefits Administration
Flexible Spending Accounts
FMLA Administration
For Brokers
For Employers
FSA Administration
Health Insurance Administration
HIPAA Compliant
Life Insurance Administration
Online Benefits Enrollment
Premium Billing
Provider Management
Retiree Administration
Retirement Plan Management

Compensation Management Features

Bonus Management
Compensation Assessment
Compensation Calculation
Compensation Plan Modeling
Compensation Statements
Employee Reward Programs
Incentive Programs
Organizational Charting
Salary Planning

Employee Scheduling Features

Appointment Management
Automated Scheduling
Calendar Management
Employee Database
Group Scheduling
Messaging
Mobile Access
Payroll Management
Reporting/Analytics
Resource Management
Schedule Distribution
Scheduling
Shift Scheduling
Shift Swapping
Time Clock
Time Tracking
Vacation / Leave Tracking

Expense Report Features

Approval Process Control
Invoice Management
Multi-Currency
Receipt Management
Reimbursement Management
Spend Control
Time Tracking
Workflow Management

HR Analytics Features

Compensation Plan Modeling
Dashboard
HR Metrics Library
Leave & Absence Reporting
Predictive Modeling
Recruiting Management
Succession Planning
Talent Management
Trend Analysis
Turnover Tracking

HR Compliance Features

Alerts / Notifications
Certifications Management
Communication Tools
Customizable HR Documents
Document Management
Records Management
Regulations Monitoring
Reporting / Analytics
Roles / Permissions
Version Control
Workflow Management

Learning Management Systems (LMS) Features

Academic / Education
Asynchronous Learning
Blended Learning
Built-In Course Authoring
Corporate / Business
Customizable
eCommerce
eLearning Companies
Gamification
Learner Portal
Mobile Learning
Open Source
SCORM Compliance
Synchronous Learning
Video Conferencing

Onboarding Features

Course Management
Document Management
E-Verify / I-9 Forms
Electronic Forms
Electronic Signature
Employee Handbook
Employee Portal
File Management
Job Description Management
Orientation Management
Self Service Portal
Task Management
Tax Forms
Training Management

Recruiting Features

Assessments
Background Screening
CRM
Interaction Tracking
Internal HR
Interview Management
Job Board Posting
Job Requisition
Onboarding
Recruiting Firms
Reference Checking
Resume Parsing
Self Service Portal

Succession Planning Features

"What If" Scenarios
360 Degree Feedback
Career Development
Competency Scale
Employee Profile
Goal Management
Organizational Charting
Performance Management
Recruiting Management
Succession Management

Talent Management Features

Career Development Planning
Compensation Management
Competency Management
Employee Lifecycle Management
Goal Setting / Tracking
Job Description Management
Onboarding
Performance Appraisal
Recruiting Management
Succession Planning
Training Management

Time Clock Features

Biometric Recognition
Hourly Employee Tracking
Messaging
Mobile Access
Online Punch Card
Payroll Management
Punch card
Reporting/Analytics
Salaried Employee Tracking
Sick Leave Tracking
Vacation / Leave Tracking
Workstation Tracking

Integrations

ADP Global Payroll
Agendrix
Akitra Andromeda
BizLibrary
Ema
Finch
Flexspring
Glassdoor
Global Shop Solutions
Inn-Flow
NOVAtime
Onwards HR
Rayven
Sift
Synerion
Tanda
ThriveSparrow
Trace Headcount
VCS
gPanel

Integrations

ADP Global Payroll
Agendrix
Akitra Andromeda
BizLibrary
Ema
Finch
Flexspring
Glassdoor
Global Shop Solutions
Inn-Flow
NOVAtime
Onwards HR
Rayven
Sift
Synerion
Tanda
ThriveSparrow
Trace Headcount
VCS
gPanel
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