ELMO Software vs. Iris HR Software

Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
ELMO Software
Score 8.3 out of 10
N/A
ELMO Software (ASX:ELO) is a cloud-based solution that helps thousands of organisations across Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom to manage their people, process and pay. ELMO solutions span the entire employee lifecycle from ‘hire to retire’. They can be used together or stand-alone, and are configurable according to an organisation’s unique processes and workflows.N/A
Iris HR Software
Score 6.2 out of 10
N/A
Iris HR Software (formerly Octopus HR, acquired by Iris Software Group April 2016) is an HR suite.
$1.50
Per User Per Month
Pricing
ELMO SoftwareIris HR Software
Editions & Modules
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Basic
$1.50
Per User Per Month
Offerings
Pricing Offerings
ELMO SoftwareIris HR Software
Free Trial
NoNo
Free/Freemium Version
NoNo
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
NoNo
Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
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Features
ELMO SoftwareIris HR Software
Human Resource Management
Comparison of Human Resource Management features of Product A and Product B
ELMO Software
7.9
11 Ratings
1% above category average
Iris HR Software
8.0
1 Ratings
2% above category average
Employee demographic data8.09 Ratings8.01 Ratings
Job profiles and administration7.88 Ratings8.01 Ratings
Workflow for transfers, promotions, pay raises, etc.7.17 Ratings8.01 Ratings
Organizational charting8.38 Ratings8.01 Ratings
Organization and location management7.88 Ratings8.01 Ratings
Compliance data (COBRA, OSHA, etc.)8.65 Ratings8.01 Ratings
Employment history00 Ratings8.01 Ratings
Payroll Management
Comparison of Payroll Management features of Product A and Product B
ELMO Software
8.0
5 Ratings
0% below category average
Iris HR Software
8.0
1 Ratings
0% below category average
Pay calculation8.15 Ratings00 Ratings
Support for external payroll vendors8.04 Ratings00 Ratings
Benefit plan administration8.03 Ratings8.01 Ratings
Direct deposit files8.03 Ratings00 Ratings
Salary revision and increment management8.23 Ratings8.01 Ratings
Reimbursement management7.73 Ratings8.01 Ratings
Leave and Attendance Management
Comparison of Leave and Attendance Management features of Product A and Product B
ELMO Software
8.5
3 Ratings
5% above category average
Iris HR Software
8.0
1 Ratings
1% below category average
Approval workflow8.53 Ratings8.01 Ratings
Balance details8.53 Ratings8.01 Ratings
Annual carry-forward and encashment00 Ratings8.01 Ratings
Employee Self Service
Comparison of Employee Self Service features of Product A and Product B
ELMO Software
8.0
10 Ratings
1% below category average
Iris HR Software
8.3
1 Ratings
2% above category average
View and generate pay and benefit information8.05 Ratings8.01 Ratings
Update personal information8.010 Ratings8.01 Ratings
View company policy documentation8.26 Ratings9.01 Ratings
Employee recognition7.76 Ratings8.01 Ratings
HR Reporting
Comparison of HR Reporting features of Product A and Product B
ELMO Software
7.7
6 Ratings
1% above category average
Iris HR Software
8.0
1 Ratings
5% above category average
Report builder7.56 Ratings8.01 Ratings
Pre-built reports7.76 Ratings8.01 Ratings
Ability to combine HR data with external data7.84 Ratings8.01 Ratings
Onboarding
Comparison of Onboarding features of Product A and Product B
ELMO Software
7.8
7 Ratings
3% below category average
Iris HR Software
8.0
1 Ratings
0% below category average
New hire portal8.26 Ratings8.01 Ratings
Manager tracking tools7.44 Ratings00 Ratings
Performance and Goals
Comparison of Performance and Goals features of Product A and Product B
ELMO Software
7.8
8 Ratings
4% below category average
Iris HR Software
8.0
1 Ratings
2% below category average
Individual goal setting8.28 Ratings8.01 Ratings
Line-of sight-visibility8.08 Ratings00 Ratings
Performance tracking7.38 Ratings8.01 Ratings
Corporate goal setting00 Ratings8.01 Ratings
Performance Management
Comparison of Performance Management features of Product A and Product B
ELMO Software
7.6
10 Ratings
4% below category average
Iris HR Software
8.0
1 Ratings
1% above category average
Performance plans7.710 Ratings8.01 Ratings
Performance improvement plans7.710 Ratings8.01 Ratings
Review status tracking6.78 Ratings8.01 Ratings
Review reminders7.79 Ratings8.01 Ratings
Multiple review frequency8.29 Ratings8.01 Ratings
Succession Planning
Comparison of Succession Planning features of Product A and Product B
ELMO Software
7.5
7 Ratings
5% below category average
Iris HR Software
8.0
1 Ratings
1% above category average
Create succession plans/pools7.96 Ratings8.01 Ratings
Candidate ranking7.66 Ratings8.01 Ratings
Candidate search6.55 Ratings8.01 Ratings
Candidate development7.96 Ratings8.01 Ratings
Recruiting / ATS
Comparison of Recruiting / ATS features of Product A and Product B
ELMO Software
7.5
5 Ratings
3% below category average
Iris HR Software
8.0
1 Ratings
3% above category average
Job Requisition Management7.84 Ratings8.01 Ratings
Company Website Posting7.74 Ratings8.01 Ratings
Publish to Social Media7.32 Ratings00 Ratings
Job Search Site Posting6.82 Ratings00 Ratings
Duplicate Candidate Prevention7.82 Ratings00 Ratings
Applicant Tracking7.53 Ratings00 Ratings
Notifications and Alerts8.04 Ratings8.01 Ratings
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User Ratings
ELMO SoftwareIris HR Software
Likelihood to Recommend
8.1
(15 ratings)
7.0
(2 ratings)
Likelihood to Renew
-
(0 ratings)
8.0
(1 ratings)
Usability
8.0
(15 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
Support Rating
7.6
(8 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
User Testimonials
ELMO SoftwareIris HR Software
Likelihood to Recommend
ELMO Software
The performance review process is clear and easy to complete, for both employee and manager. I have experienced this in both roles, with my own staff, and undergoing my own review with my manager. I haven't experienced scenarios where it is less appropriate, I think our HR department customised the software well to our needs.
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IRIS Software Group
Our staff is kept updated with more company policies and we are able to track their holiday and sick days much better. The help and support of their contact support are super good. They reply super fast and are very kind. Also, their sales department isn't pushy like other services they are very knowledgeable and kind.
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Pros
ELMO Software
  • Has extensive courses library (theory and video library).
  • Very responsive, resourceful and efficient support team.
  • Stuff survey - great range of available templates.
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IRIS Software Group
  • It's simple. I really appreciate that the layout of Octopus HR isn't something I have to question. I know where to look for something because it's clearly labeled, that's more than I can say for a lot of other HR systems I've seen.
  • Support. If I ever have a question about setting something up, or if something goes wrong, they're always on top of it. For instance, I had no idea how to set up employee photos on our accounts. I tweeted them and they responded right away, I'm based in LA and they're a UK company, I was impressed that they were able to respond right away. They make sure their customers are taken care of.
  • Great self guide. If there's ever an ordinary question I need answered their "Octopus Guide" is very thorough and walks you through everything.
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Cons
ELMO Software
  • Help seems unavailable.
  • A guide or how-to would be extremely appreciated - I haven't found any, at least for user level.
  • User interface could follow a more standard/familiar approach.
  • Some panes should be collapsible (e.g. the right "Work Flow" area, which gives very little help).
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IRIS Software Group
  • It can take some effort to understand
  • Perhaps the price can go down a bit
  • Menu layout
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Likelihood to Renew
ELMO Software
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IRIS Software Group
Employees don't complain about it! If anything they've commented on how nice of a tool it is to have.
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Usability
ELMO Software
Once I learned the specific way of doing things, the software became very logical and ergonomic. It is easy to use and is an excellent resource for many of the specific tasks required for my role, especially in relation to staff onboarding and management. It is also excellent as a resource for my own personal HR information.
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IRIS Software Group
No answers on this topic
Support Rating
ELMO Software
I am not sure whether you are asking how the learning & development team rates ELMO Software or how ELMO supports our team when issues arise with the software? It is not my decision to purchase the software nor am I involved with the maintenance of the software.
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IRIS Software Group
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Alternatives Considered
ELMO Software
Aspen is more straightforward in creating a course of personal development recognized by our industry, but your ELMO Software is generally easier to use. As the workforce in our company is very often built by the majority of people with basic academic background education, IE they often have only just completed year 10... it is very important your element of making it easy to understand, using simple words and clear explained multiple choices in the final quiz
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IRIS Software Group
I would say the pricing is good but it could be better. Also, the customer service is amazing they do such a great job and you can tell they know what they are doing. Visually it is very easy to use and looks very professional. It is a quick set up and they do their best to give you what you want and need.
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Return on Investment
ELMO Software
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IRIS Software Group
  • Employee efficiency. There's never a question of who I request my time off with. The program sets up line managers who take in all the requests.
  • Less wasted time. Contact info and photo are very visible and easily accessed.
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