Brightmine vs. Rippling

Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
Brightmine
Score 8.7 out of 10
Mid-Size Companies (51-1,000 employees)
Brightmine (formerly XpertHR) is a global provider of people data, analytics and insight. Brightmine is a division of LexisNexis Data Services, within RELX®, a global provider of information-based analytics and decision tools. RELX serves customers in 180+ countries with 35,000+ employees.N/A
Rippling
Score 8.9 out of 10
N/A
Rippling’s platform for HR, IT, payroll, and spend management automates the entire employee lifecycle, ensures compliance, supports device management, and provides real-time financial visibility from a central dashboard.
$8
per month per user
Pricing
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Editions & Modules
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Recommended
$8.00
starting price per user, per month
Offerings
Pricing Offerings
BrightmineRippling
Free Trial
YesNo
Free/Freemium Version
YesNo
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
NoYes
Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
Additional DetailsFor additional pricing details visit the Rippling pricing page.
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Community Pulse
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Features
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Human Resource Management
Comparison of Human Resource Management features of Product A and Product B
Brightmine
-
Ratings
Rippling
9.1
921 Ratings
14% above category average
Employee demographic data00 Ratings8.9644 Ratings
Employment history00 Ratings9.0666 Ratings
Job profiles and administration00 Ratings9.2767 Ratings
Workflow for transfers, promotions, pay raises, etc.00 Ratings9.2666 Ratings
Organizational charting00 Ratings9.3796 Ratings
Organization and location management00 Ratings9.1698 Ratings
Compliance data (COBRA, OSHA, etc.)00 Ratings8.9543 Ratings
Payroll Management
Comparison of Payroll Management features of Product A and Product B
Brightmine
-
Ratings
Rippling
9.3
969 Ratings
15% above category average
Pay calculation00 Ratings9.3866 Ratings
Off-cycle/On-Demand payment00 Ratings9.1584 Ratings
Benefit plan administration00 Ratings9.0853 Ratings
Direct deposit files00 Ratings9.5852 Ratings
Salary revision and increment management00 Ratings9.3633 Ratings
Reimbursement management00 Ratings9.3547 Ratings
Leave and Attendance Management
Comparison of Leave and Attendance Management features of Product A and Product B
Brightmine
-
Ratings
Rippling
9.3
859 Ratings
14% above category average
Approval workflow00 Ratings9.3829 Ratings
Balance details00 Ratings9.4781 Ratings
Annual carry-forward and encashment00 Ratings9.3572 Ratings
Employee Self Service
Comparison of Employee Self Service features of Product A and Product B
Brightmine
-
Ratings
Rippling
9.2
1015 Ratings
13% above category average
View and generate pay and benefit information00 Ratings9.4960 Ratings
Update personal information00 Ratings9.51002 Ratings
View company policy documentation00 Ratings9.5825 Ratings
Employee recognition00 Ratings8.7536 Ratings
View job history00 Ratings9.1709 Ratings
Asset Management
Comparison of Asset Management features of Product A and Product B
Brightmine
-
Ratings
Rippling
9.0
418 Ratings
12% above category average
Tracking of all physical assets00 Ratings9.0418 Ratings
HR Reporting
Comparison of HR Reporting features of Product A and Product B
Brightmine
-
Ratings
Rippling
9.0
497 Ratings
18% above category average
Report builder00 Ratings8.8480 Ratings
Pre-built reports00 Ratings9.1454 Ratings
Ability to combine HR data with external data00 Ratings9.1407 Ratings
Onboarding
Comparison of Onboarding features of Product A and Product B
Brightmine
-
Ratings
Rippling
9.4
716 Ratings
17% above category average
New hire portal00 Ratings9.5697 Ratings
Manager tracking tools00 Ratings9.3527 Ratings
Performance and Goals
Comparison of Performance and Goals features of Product A and Product B
Brightmine
-
Ratings
Rippling
9.1
386 Ratings
13% above category average
Corporate goal setting00 Ratings9.2325 Ratings
Individual goal setting00 Ratings9.0353 Ratings
Line-of sight-visibility00 Ratings9.2325 Ratings
Performance tracking00 Ratings9.0346 Ratings
Performance Management
Comparison of Performance Management features of Product A and Product B
Brightmine
-
Ratings
Rippling
9.3
445 Ratings
16% above category average
Performance plans00 Ratings9.2389 Ratings
Performance improvement plans00 Ratings9.2369 Ratings
Review status tracking00 Ratings9.2393 Ratings
Review reminders00 Ratings9.5419 Ratings
Multiple review frequency00 Ratings9.4357 Ratings
Succession Planning
Comparison of Succession Planning features of Product A and Product B
Brightmine
-
Ratings
Rippling
9.1
329 Ratings
15% above category average
Create succession plans/pools00 Ratings9.2268 Ratings
Candidate ranking00 Ratings9.3279 Ratings
Candidate search00 Ratings9.2291 Ratings
Candidate development00 Ratings8.9274 Ratings
Recruiting / ATS
Comparison of Recruiting / ATS features of Product A and Product B
Brightmine
-
Ratings
Rippling
9.3
376 Ratings
18% above category average
Job Requisition Management00 Ratings9.2291 Ratings
Company Website Posting00 Ratings9.3282 Ratings
Publish to Social Media00 Ratings9.4244 Ratings
Job Search Site Posting00 Ratings9.2255 Ratings
Duplicate Candidate Prevention00 Ratings9.4255 Ratings
Applicant Tracking00 Ratings9.1279 Ratings
Notifications and Alerts00 Ratings9.2349 Ratings
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User Ratings
BrightmineRippling
Likelihood to Recommend
8.7
(200 ratings)
9.1
(1064 ratings)
Likelihood to Renew
8.5
(20 ratings)
9.1
(16 ratings)
Usability
8.7
(9 ratings)
9.2
(1061 ratings)
Availability
9.1
(2 ratings)
9.1
(2 ratings)
Performance
9.1
(2 ratings)
7.3
(2 ratings)
Support Rating
9.1
(5 ratings)
9.1
(821 ratings)
Online Training
9.1
(2 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
Implementation Rating
8.1
(5 ratings)
8.6
(5 ratings)
Configurability
5.6
(3 ratings)
1.0
(1 ratings)
Contract Terms and Pricing Model
4.5
(1 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
Ease of integration
4.5
(1 ratings)
9.1
(1 ratings)
Product Scalability
8.5
(2 ratings)
9.1
(1 ratings)
Professional Services
4.5
(1 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
Vendor post-sale
6.1
(2 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
Vendor pre-sale
6.1
(2 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
User Testimonials
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Likelihood to Recommend
Brightmine
When troubleshooting and needing state specific compliance, I have been able to quickly access and validate data to make informed decisions. For example, when working with a multi-state population of employees, I have repeatedly used Brightmine to review state specific laws at employment separations. When working on employee handbook updates, I have been able to utilize Brightmine to review current policy requirements as well as use as a starting point for drafting policy updates. It has been a very great tool - very turnkey.
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Rippling
As an employee, I found Rippling super helpful and easy to use to check my benefits and also have a nice overview of my available PTO. Another thing and the one I love the most is being able to request PTO trhough the app without having to reach out/follow up directly with my supervisors for the request and approval. Everything is done on the app and is reflected on our calendars which saves time and makes it easier.
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Pros
Brightmine
  • Keep me informed of regulatory changes
  • Has great matrices on a per state basis for multiple regulatory topics, such as payment of final wages, etc.
  • Provides resources such as labor law posters for updating
  • Has a great handbook tool for creating and updating handbooks with well written policies that are easy to edit and customize.
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Rippling
  • Refer a friend or colleague for a job opening.
  • Apply yourself for a new position.
  • The PTO and vacation process is very simple, fully online, and the forms are easy to fill out. Reports are quickly sent to our managers for approval. Maybe it sounds like I’m exaggerating, but I’m really not — maybe it's just something we take for granted. I used to work at a great company with an absolutely terrible system. For over ten years, they couldn’t manage to replace it. Simple things like requesting time off, getting a raise, or uploading documents took forever — sometimes months — and even the IT team struggled with it. Compared to that, Rippling truly feels like magic.
  • Again: Intuitive, simple, just how it should be! We already have work and tasks that are often complicated! An HR system that is meant to help employees shouldn’t add to our workload, stress, or become a source of problems.
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Cons
Brightmine
  • Frequent technology issues - the system will not be available and I get an error code. This is not good when I need to find information right then. I feel concerned when this happens because I pay a lot for the product and I expect it to be available when I need it.
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Rippling
  • The complex customized report is still a challenge between two departments. Comparison reports still lack across the departments.
  • The icons can be more visualized for better search, otherwise it will take time to go with menus.
  • The alignment in data points should be more accurate and specific with centralized key points according to their menu.
  • The help and reference links should always be their on each page to switch quickly.
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Likelihood to Renew
Brightmine
Without realising it we use Brightmine so often and it is so beneficial as our daily roles are onerous. By having a tool there that covers such a wide variety of products we can rest assured we know if we need something we can find it on there easily. With no hassle
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Rippling
Rippling continues to innovate and amaze me with their new innovations and features. Product feedback is taken seriously so I always give it whenever I can and end up seeing results. Rippling is the new wave of HRIS that cannot compare against others in the industry just due to the fact they are super user friendly!
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Usability
Brightmine
The website is so easy to use and navigate through. I check this website weekly on the states i am responsible for and it is so well organized to quickly find those states. I also use this to check up on information with policies and laws i run into and all the information is quick and easy to find
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Rippling
If I can use it anyone can use it. I am tech savvy but let's face it, it's tough going from one program to the next and then adding in all the constant upgrades and updates that various entities have it gets difficult to keep up. Rippling makes it easy and to make it one of the best companies around they have a vast archive of quick, to the point instructional videos to help on a myriad of issues that may come up.
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Reliability and Availability
Brightmine
It is almost always available when I need it. I have only ran into 2 situations where i received an error message and could not get logged in but was told this was a widespread issue that would quickly be resolved
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Rippling
I like that the availability in using Rippling at any given time is useful to me. Getting on the site freely when I need gives me security of knowing that I can be in control of viewing health insurance and hours information. I have yet to get any errors in using the Rippling app.
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Performance
Brightmine
Everything loads quickly and is exactly where i need it to be. I like how the sidebar breaks down different sections of policies for each state to help me find what i am looking for or gives suggestions or documents to review that may also be helpful
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Rippling
Rippling's performance has been great, no errors or glitches yet so far. I am confident that Going from one page to the next and all its complexity usage does not lag or times out, it works effectively and efficiently. While using Rippling and other apps it does not tend to slow it down, works great. No complaints.
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Support Rating
Brightmine
The initial support was brilliant with a colleague who showed us how to use the platform, as the platform is so easy to navigate we havent had further support but i know if i needed any i could contact brightmine to offer the support. It is so easy to use so havent needed to
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Rippling
Because they respond really fast, I feel like they are really there to support all my needs if I have any questions. If I have any questions, they are there to give me assistance. I think that they are the best resource for the company. Rippling is great!
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Online Training
Brightmine
The people on the call training us were very friendly and knowledgeable! They helped me learn of new tabs for finding templates to create new trainings to update departments on policies and procedures. It also has great excel sheets so i can see side by side differences between states regarding different laws and compensation changes.
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Rippling
No answers on this topic
Implementation Rating
Brightmine
I didnt implement but just wanted to say the person providing the training was brilliant and guided us through each page so we knew how to navigate, also allowed us to ask a lot of questions if we needed to which was helpful. So we could go away with confidence to use it
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Rippling
It's really easy to implement in comparison to other tools or applications. Different key points are easily configured and implemented as per need, having different configurations in systems. Implementation is something which binds the different parameters of an organization in a single row. Implementation of rippling is much easier, quicker, and error free than any other software. I recommend it strongly!
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Alternatives Considered
Brightmine
Brightmine has more expansive details of state laws than SHRM. We often receive SHRM articles that offer new insight or instruction on compliance. Although these articles are valuable, they may have gaps in knowledge that can be fulfilled through Brightmine. Both are great resources, and we utilize both platforms.
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Rippling
Rippling is Known for its intuitive and user-friendly interface, making it easy for both administrators and employees to navigate. It is Highly customizable, allowing businesses to tailor workflows and processes to their specific needs. Rippling Excels in automating administrative tasks, reducing manual work and the risk of errors. It is Generally more cost-effective with transparent pricing
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Contract Terms and Pricing Model
Brightmine
The price is too expensive and there is not clear transparent pricing model
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Rippling
No answers on this topic
Scalability
Brightmine
WE only use it in HR but, I have no doubt that it could be scaled across other sites / teams.
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Rippling
I can go on here and see all my hours and pto plus health benefits. I like to have the work handbook handy to refer to legal things. How to work my role within it's limits. Being able to put in my hours and view when they are approved is a huge benefit for me.
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Professional Services
Brightmine
No issues
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Rippling
No answers on this topic
Return on Investment
Brightmine
  • It reduces my spend on employment lawyers
  • Saves us time researching certain topics
  • It saves me time and money not having to create documents from scratch
  • It gives me a head start in developing training with downloaded templates I can adapt
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Rippling
  • The company has many employees more than 70, having the possibility of reducing workloads for the human resources team reduces costs substantially.
  • Employees can significantly reduce minor procedures by having the ability to make changes to their contracts immediately. The system automates these reports so that the HR team can obtain all statuses in real time.
  • The peace of mind that comes from having the system periodically report the status of a payment reduces the number of queries and potential inconveniences to the employer.
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ScreenShots

Rippling Screenshots

Screenshot of the Rippling Dashboard: Employees' home for their payroll, benefits, documents, devices, expenses, and apps.Screenshot of Rippling Payroll: Runs payroll in 90 seconds. Pays employees and contractors around the world. Automatic tax filing.Screenshot of Rippling Benefits Administration: For the management of employees' Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, FSA, HSA, and commuter benefits.Screenshot of Rippling Single Sign-On: Employees can access all of their SaaS apps in one click from their Rippling dashboard.Screenshot of Rippling’s Time & Attendance platform. This integrates with the rest of the product suite so that when employees clock in, their approved hours automatically synced with payroll and accounting systems.Screenshot of Rippling Mobile Device Management: To manage employees' computers and devices 100% remotely.