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Feature Set Ratings
- Ceridian Dayforce ranks higher in 5 feature sets: Payroll Management, Asset Management, Performance and Goals, Succession Planning, Recruiting / ATS
- Paycom ranks higher in 4 feature sets: Employee Self Service, HR Reporting, Onboarding, Performance Management
- Ceridian Dayforce and Paycom are tied in 2 feature sets: Human Resource Management, Leave and Attendance Management
Human Resource Management
7.5
Ceridian Dayforce HCM
75%
7.5
Paycom
75%
Ceridian Dayforce ranks higher in 4/7 features
Ceridian Dayforce ranks higher in 4/7 features
Employee demographic data
7.9
79%
421 Ratings
7.8
78%
204 Ratings
Employment history
8.1
81%
450 Ratings
8.0
80%
193 Ratings
Job profiles and administration
7.3
73%
442 Ratings
7.7
77%
194 Ratings
Workflow for transfers, promotions, pay raises, etc.
7.8
78%
446 Ratings
7.8
78%
195 Ratings
Organizational charting
7.0
70%
406 Ratings
7.2
72%
144 Ratings
Organization and location management
7.1
71%
445 Ratings
6.6
66%
168 Ratings
Compliance data (COBRA, OSHA, etc.)
7.2
72%
293 Ratings
7.5
75%
160 Ratings
Payroll Management
7.9
Ceridian Dayforce HCM
79%
7.8
Paycom
78%
Ceridian Dayforce ranks higher in 4/7 features
Ceridian Dayforce ranks higher in 4/7 features
Pay calculation
8.6
86%
481 Ratings
7.8
78%
231 Ratings
Support for external payroll vendors
7.2
72%
241 Ratings
6.4
64%
47 Ratings
Off-cycle/On-Demand payment
8.1
81%
49 Ratings
8.6
86%
13 Ratings
Benefit plan administration
7.4
74%
386 Ratings
7.7
77%
198 Ratings
Direct deposit files
8.6
86%
467 Ratings
8.4
84%
231 Ratings
Salary revision and increment management
8.1
81%
368 Ratings
8.5
85%
192 Ratings
Reimbursement management
7.6
76%
246 Ratings
7.1
71%
127 Ratings
Leave and Attendance Management
8.0
Ceridian Dayforce HCM
80%
8.0
Paycom
80%
Ceridian Dayforce ranks higher in 2/3 features
Ceridian Dayforce ranks higher in 2/3 features
Approval workflow
8.1
81%
413 Ratings
8.4
84%
198 Ratings
Balance details
8.0
80%
426 Ratings
7.9
79%
199 Ratings
Annual carry-forward and encashment
8.0
80%
347 Ratings
7.9
79%
167 Ratings
Employee Self Service
7.9
Ceridian Dayforce HCM
79%
8.3
Paycom
83%
Paycom ranks higher in 5/5 features
Paycom ranks higher in 5/5 features
View and generate pay and benefit information
8.3
83%
477 Ratings
8.5
85%
240 Ratings
Update personal information
8.3
83%
487 Ratings
8.8
88%
240 Ratings
View company policy documentation
7.5
75%
331 Ratings
8.0
80%
209 Ratings
Employee recognition
7.0
70%
174 Ratings
7.7
77%
118 Ratings
View job history
8.2
82%
400 Ratings
8.3
83%
186 Ratings
Asset Management
5.9
Ceridian Dayforce HCM
59%
4.6
Paycom
46%
Ceridian Dayforce ranks higher in 1/1 features
Ceridian Dayforce ranks higher in 1/1 features
Tracking of all physical assets
5.9
59%
81 Ratings
4.6
46%
26 Ratings
HR Reporting
6.5
Ceridian Dayforce HCM
65%
6.7
Paycom
67%
Paycom ranks higher in 2/3 features
Paycom ranks higher in 2/3 features
Report builder
6.7
67%
485 Ratings
7.4
74%
196 Ratings
Pre-built reports
6.8
68%
484 Ratings
7.4
74%
195 Ratings
Ability to combine HR data with external data
6.1
61%
342 Ratings
5.4
54%
55 Ratings
Onboarding
7.2
Ceridian Dayforce HCM
72%
7.4
Paycom
74%
Ceridian Dayforce ranks higher in 1/2 features
Ceridian Dayforce ranks higher in 1/2 features
New hire portal
7.0
70%
295 Ratings
7.9
79%
190 Ratings
Manager tracking tools
7.4
74%
263 Ratings
6.9
69%
162 Ratings
Performance and Goals
7.2
Ceridian Dayforce HCM
72%
5.9
Paycom
59%
Ceridian Dayforce ranks higher in 2/4 features
Ceridian Dayforce ranks higher in 2/4 features
Corporate goal setting
7.2
72%
162 Ratings
4.0
40%
36 Ratings
Individual goal setting
7.0
70%
177 Ratings
7.4
74%
107 Ratings
Line-of sight-visibility
7.0
70%
152 Ratings
4.4
44%
35 Ratings
Performance tracking
7.5
75%
183 Ratings
7.9
79%
113 Ratings
Performance Management
7.6
Ceridian Dayforce HCM
76%
7.7
Paycom
77%
Paycom ranks higher in 4/5 features
Paycom ranks higher in 4/5 features
Performance plans
7.5
75%
188 Ratings
7.5
75%
137 Ratings
Performance improvement plans
7.7
77%
164 Ratings
7.4
74%
129 Ratings
Review status tracking
7.6
76%
193 Ratings
7.7
77%
132 Ratings
Review reminders
7.4
74%
190 Ratings
7.9
79%
138 Ratings
Multiple review frequency
7.4
74%
172 Ratings
8.0
80%
121 Ratings
Succession Planning
7.2
Ceridian Dayforce HCM
72%
6.7
Paycom
67%
Ceridian Dayforce ranks higher in 3/4 features
Ceridian Dayforce ranks higher in 3/4 features
Create succession plans/pools
7.1
71%
75 Ratings
9.1
91%
24 Ratings
Candidate ranking
7.0
70%
79 Ratings
6.7
67%
30 Ratings
Candidate search
7.4
74%
83 Ratings
5.6
56%
33 Ratings
Candidate development
7.3
73%
76 Ratings
5.2
52%
29 Ratings
Recruiting / ATS
7.6
Ceridian Dayforce HCM
76%
6.5
Paycom
65%
Ceridian Dayforce ranks higher in 7/7 features
Ceridian Dayforce ranks higher in 7/7 features
Job Requisition Management
7.6
76%
223 Ratings
6.7
67%
121 Ratings
Company Website Posting
7.7
77%
218 Ratings
6.7
67%
121 Ratings
Publish to Social Media
7.5
75%
182 Ratings
6.2
62%
96 Ratings
Job Search Site Posting
7.7
77%
211 Ratings
6.5
65%
110 Ratings
Duplicate Candidate Prevention
7.8
78%
178 Ratings
6.3
63%
106 Ratings
Applicant Tracking
7.4
74%
219 Ratings
6.8
68%
127 Ratings
Notifications and Alerts
7.4
74%
214 Ratings
6.7
67%
130 Ratings
Attribute Ratings
- Ceridian Dayforce is rated higher in 6 areas: Likelihood to Recommend, Availability, In-Person Training, Online Training, Implementation Rating, Product Scalability
- Paycom is rated higher in 4 areas: Likelihood to Renew, Usability, Performance, Support Rating
Likelihood to Recommend
7.5
Ceridian Dayforce HCM
75%
525 Ratings
7.2
Paycom
72%
255 Ratings
Likelihood to Renew
8.9
Ceridian Dayforce HCM
89%
77 Ratings
9.1
Paycom
91%
12 Ratings
Usability
7.8
Ceridian Dayforce HCM
78%
53 Ratings
8.3
Paycom
83%
16 Ratings
Availability
9.9
Ceridian Dayforce HCM
99%
23 Ratings
9.1
Paycom
91%
1 Rating
Performance
5.1
Ceridian Dayforce HCM
51%
25 Ratings
8.2
Paycom
82%
1 Rating
Support Rating
7.0
Ceridian Dayforce HCM
70%
99 Ratings
8.4
Paycom
84%
54 Ratings
In-Person Training
7.0
Ceridian Dayforce HCM
70%
11 Ratings
6.4
Paycom
64%
1 Rating
Online Training
8.7
Ceridian Dayforce HCM
87%
17 Ratings
7.3
Paycom
73%
1 Rating
Implementation Rating
6.3
Ceridian Dayforce HCM
63%
72 Ratings
4.4
Paycom
44%
6 Ratings
Product Scalability
9.9
Ceridian Dayforce HCM
99%
14 Ratings
5.5
Paycom
55%
1 Rating
Likelihood to Recommend
Ceridian Dayforce HCM
Ceridian Dayforce is one of the large human capital management (HCM) system providers. I would expect most large organizations would have it on their shortlist if evaluating HCM providers. It has a variety of modules in the HR space. Our usage is limited to payroll and benefits for the United States. As an end user, I find it to be fairly intuitive and the integrations with other systems (SuccessFactors, third party benefits providers) in my experience has worked without issue.

Verified User
General Manager in Human Resources
Chemicals Company, 5001-10,000 employeesPaycom
If you need a simple system to automate some of your payroll processes, Paycom may be for you. However, keep a close eye on your invoices as they are more than giving when it comes to charging additional fees for small things. The system is overall easy to use and is much like other payroll providers. It is a bit pricey, though and those additional fees add up fast.

Verified User
Manager in Human Resources
Hospitality Company, 201-500 employeesPros
Ceridian Dayforce HCM
- Benefits and Payroll Integration - changes happen in real time.
- Workflows - still working on creating some but we created some so that when employees make changes, we are notified and that's great so nothing goes unnoticed.
- Site is easy for employees to navigate and has a 'clean' presentation.
HR Manager
WGICivil Engineering, 501-1000 employees
Paycom
- Provides easy-to-use payroll software that is structured to help eliminate human error, allowing me to self-manage payroll with complete accuracy.
- Automatically generates the necessary and easy-to-access reports relating to wages and payroll taxes paid.
- Offers exceptional customer service with dedicated representatives who are very professional, responsive, knowledgeable, and courteous.
- Received thorough personal instruction/training on the use of the online software program.
Executive Assistant
Lenox Capital Group LLCVenture Capital & Private Equity, 1-10 employees
Cons
Ceridian Dayforce HCM
- Benefits functions on HR side, too much manual entry.
- I know it’s for protection purposes but it gets annoying when you constantly need to input a security code texted to you.
- Wish the onboarding progress page for managers can automatically update instead of being needed to manually update.

Verified User
Advisor in Human Resources
Mental Health Care Company, 1001-5000 employeesPaycom
- Would like to see more options when creating a custom report.
- Clocking in 1 minute after the start of a schedule, takes away half an hour from the employee. We are consistently pushing the clock back one minutes so that employees don't lose that half hour. This only happens on our morning shift; not our Swing Shift.
- On anniversary dates the system changes the vacation accrual but does not enter the additional lump sum of 40 hours vacation to the employee's account. We go in and enter the lump sum manually.
- It is difficult to reprogram our time clock bells. Over time, the bell rings 1 or 2 minutes earlier than the actual time.
Human Resources Manager
Temco Engineered Products, Inc.Consumer Goods, 51-200 employees
Pricing Details
Ceridian Dayforce HCM
General
Free Trial
—Free/Freemium Version
—Premium Consulting/Integration Services
—Entry-level set up fee?
No
Starting Price
—Paycom
General
Free Trial
—Free/Freemium Version
—Premium Consulting/Integration Services
—Entry-level set up fee?
No
Starting Price
—Likelihood to Renew
Ceridian Dayforce HCM
Ceridian Dayforce HCM 8.9
Based on 77 answers
We are highly invested in Ceridian's Dayforce product. It give us the flexibility and scaling that our growing company needs. Its potential reaches beyond the basic HR functions to the decision making that our Management Team needs. Ceridian is always innovating the employee and employee experiences to offer cutting edge options.
Dir of Cash Mgt, Corp Taxes, Payroll & Benefits
Marshall HealthMedical Practice, 1001-5000 employees
Paycom
Paycom 9.1
Based on 12 answers
Because it has everything that we need and as we grow, we are learning how robust Paycom can actually be but we need to be willing to spend the money. It's not expensive but we, as a company, are not used to spending that much on a system for HR and payroll.
Payroll Specialist
Weil Foot & AnkleHealth, Wellness and Fitness, 201-500 employees
Usability
Ceridian Dayforce HCM
Ceridian Dayforce HCM 7.8
Based on 53 answers
I think it's very usable for the employee. I don't think it is as easy for the HR/PR admins - especially if there is an issue. There are so many setup screens that need to be looked at to try to figure out why payroll isn't calculating properly, hours aren't feeding over correctly, or benefits are not calculating properly. For the most part, they can't do their own troubleshooting. The same is true for the managers. Our managers find it cumbersome to go into make any schedule changes after the schedules have been generated.
Accounting/HR Systems Analyst
Great Northern CorporationPaper & Forest Products, 501-1000 employees
Paycom
Paycom 8.3
Based on 16 answers
The system is very user friendly. Once you navigate where your information is stored under the forms you are golden. While the training amplified my capabilities and knowledge, I could have jumped into the system without and training and managed just fine. This probably one of my favorite parts about Paycom!

Verified User
Manager in Human Resources
Mechanical Or Industrial Engineering Company, 51-200 employeesReliability and Availability
Ceridian Dayforce HCM
Ceridian Dayforce HCM 9.9
Based on 23 answers
We have never experienced a total/unplanned outages that effected our ability to process payroll. However, there are times when the application's speed is significantly effected - and processing a payroll may take up to twice as long as normal.
Payroll Manager
Nipro Glass AmericasPharmaceuticals, 201-500 employees
Paycom
Paycom 9.1
Based on 1 answer
They are very dependable and I have never experience any outages
HR & Accounting Manager
Certified Languages InternationalTelecommunications, 51-200 employees
Performance
Ceridian Dayforce HCM
Ceridian Dayforce HCM 5.1
Based on 25 answers
We haven't noticed any slow-down due to the integration of Dayforce WFM with our Ceridian HPL products (HRIS and Payroll). The new HTML view of the timesheets don't load as quickly as the old Silverlight view - however, we have gotten used to the change.
Payroll Manager
Nipro Glass AmericasPharmaceuticals, 201-500 employees
Paycom
Paycom 8.2
Based on 1 answer
It is a solid product and was out first payroll software that we have used
HR & Accounting Manager
Certified Languages InternationalTelecommunications, 51-200 employees
Support Rating
Ceridian Dayforce HCM
Ceridian Dayforce HCM 7.0
Based on 99 answers
Most of the time the support is great; it's not always super efficient but I always get the help I need. Occasionally it takes a lot longer than we had hoped or get conflicting responses. We had one ticket recently where we were told we would have to pay the service team to support us on the project and then another person called the next day with the solution to our query and was able to find a solution easily. Generally, though, the response is great and they either walk me though how to do something via a Zoom Meeting or they email step-by-step instructions on how to do it and say if I have questions we can set up a meeting to discuss further.
Human Resources/Payroll Administrator
Spray Lake Sawmills Family Sports CentreRecreational Facilities and Services, 51-200 employees
Paycom
Paycom 8.4
Based on 54 answers
Paycom is the best payroll and HR software I have utilized in my 30 plus years as a CPA working in private industry. I am always confident in the software and my support team. The software is updated on an ongoing basis automatically. Paycom relieves a lot of stress over this vital area of any business.
Business Manager
Big Eddy ClubHospitality, 11-50 employees
In-Person Training
Ceridian Dayforce HCM
Ceridian Dayforce HCM 7.0
Based on 11 answers
Because the training we reviewed at Insights has changed how we use the system everyday. This is a key factor in our training.
Director of Human Resources
Kern Health Systems (Kern Family Health Care)Hospital & Health Care, 201-500 employees
Paycom
Paycom 6.4
Based on 1 answer
They were a sales person and not really a good trainer.
HR & Accounting Manager
Certified Languages InternationalTelecommunications, 51-200 employees
Online Training
Ceridian Dayforce HCM
Ceridian Dayforce HCM 8.7
Based on 17 answers
The online training has been really good, I can do some online sessions/courses on my own time which is great for time management. The on line class type sessions have been really good too, they provide a great overview with some additional features or where and how to look to make some changes.

Verified User
Manager in Human Resources
Real Estate Company, 201-500 employeesPaycom
Paycom 7.3
Based on 1 answer
All the online training modules were short and straight to the point. Every module teach you how to use the system. If there is one thing they know how to do is training. We did implementation during the pandemic so all had to be done online or via zoom meetings.
Payroll Specialist
Air Cargo CarriersAirlines/Aviation, 201-500 employees
Implementation Rating
Ceridian Dayforce HCM
Ceridian Dayforce HCM 6.3
Based on 72 answers
Have a strong internal team. Communicate with your implementation team - they are there to make it work for you. Take the time to really think about how you want the system to work for you - in some cases, you may need to rethink your own business practices to see if you are working harder when the system could do it for you
Payroll & Compensation Manager
Springbrook NY, IncIndividual & Family Services, 1001-5000 employees
Paycom
Paycom 4.4
Based on 6 answers
Not at all satisfied it was a nightmare we spent over 8 months with the implementation team having issues after issues all related to the Puerto Rico regulations (half my employees are in Puerto Rico) and at the end we were moved over from the implementation team to the production team without all the issues being resolved
Payroll Specialist
Air Cargo CarriersAirlines/Aviation, 201-500 employees
Alternatives Considered
Ceridian Dayforce HCM
ADP Workforce Now is the system we used prior and that I still use for other consulting services, and this system falls far inferior to the functionality of Ceridian Dayforce especially in terms of payroll processing and delivery but also in other aspects like benefits, employee profile management, and access permissions.

Verified User
Manager in Human Resources
Transportation/Trucking/Railroad Company, 1001-5000 employeesPaycom
Paycom is the exact opposite of DATIS in that it provides excellent customer service, has solutions for essentially every business problem or policy we put forward and is proactive in creating solutions for federal and state regulations like the OSHA ETS.
HR Manager
The Center for Mental HealthHospital & Health Care, 51-200 employees
Scalability
Ceridian Dayforce HCM
Ceridian Dayforce HCM 9.9
Based on 14 answers
Overall, we are extremely happy with the Dayforce WFM module. Our biggest pain point is concerning the twice annual software upgrades - which is the only reason I haven't rated them as a '10'. Because every customer is configured differently, the upgrades can sometimes have adverse effects on our current configured policies/rules. And although they roll-out the upgraded version in a test environment several weeks before go-live, not all testing is accurate in that environment. Some issues do not present themselves until you are working with live punches.
Payroll Manager
Nipro Glass AmericasPharmaceuticals, 201-500 employees
Paycom
Paycom 5.5
Based on 1 answer
They are not able to meet our current needs
HR & Accounting Manager
Certified Languages InternationalTelecommunications, 51-200 employees
Return on Investment
Ceridian Dayforce HCM
- There's no paper handling for employee's PTO requests, manager approvals, etc. This is a huge time-saving and hassle-saving aspect of the system.
- Employees no longer print out their paychecks - it's all on the app. And we pay less for mailing checks all over the place.
- Employees enroll in their benefits now, which was also a huge time, paper, and cost saving!
- Employees attest that they received all of their meals and rests via the biometric clocks, so paper doesn't have to be kept - the system tracks that info now.
VP, HR & Safety
States Logistics Services, Inc.Transportation/Trucking/Railroad, 501-1000 employees
Paycom
- Cut payroll processing time from 1 week to 2 days.
- Cut ACA reporting time from 2 weeks to 2 days.
- Streamlined the benefits open enrollment from distributing, collecting, and faxing 100+ paper applications to having the employee enroll via the employee portal with minutes.
HR ASSISTSANT
Quality Children's ServicesEducation Management, 201-500 employees