HR Suite by HR Cloud vs. Iris HR Software

Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
HR Suite by HR Cloud
Score 9.5 out of 10
N/A
Core HR provides users with the ability to access employee information anywhere via the cloud. Users can also track and analyze employee pay and performance across the entire workforce.N/A
Iris HR Software
Score 8.2 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 month per user
Pricing
HR Suite by HR CloudIris HR Software
Editions & Modules
No answers on this topic
Standard
$1.50
per month per user
Plus
$2
per month per user
Pro
$3.50
per month per user
Offerings
Pricing Offerings
HR Suite by HR CloudIris HR Software
Free Trial
YesNo
Free/Freemium Version
NoNo
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
NoNo
Entry-level Setup FeeRequiredNo setup fee
Additional DetailsPrices are in British Pounds.
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HR Suite by HR CloudIris HR Software
Features
HR Suite by HR CloudIris HR Software
Human Resource Management
Comparison of Human Resource Management features of Product A and Product B
HR Suite by HR Cloud
9.3
3 Ratings
14% above category average
Iris HR Software
8.6
2 Ratings
6% above category average
Employee demographic data9.03 Ratings9.02 Ratings
Employment history10.03 Ratings8.01 Ratings
Job profiles and administration9.53 Ratings10.02 Ratings
Workflow for transfers, promotions, pay raises, etc.10.03 Ratings9.02 Ratings
Organizational charting9.03 Ratings8.02 Ratings
Organization and location management9.03 Ratings8.02 Ratings
Compliance data (COBRA, OSHA, etc.)8.53 Ratings8.02 Ratings
Payroll Management
Comparison of Payroll Management features of Product A and Product B
HR Suite by HR Cloud
9.4
3 Ratings
14% above category average
Iris HR Software
7.6
2 Ratings
7% below category average
Pay calculation10.03 Ratings8.01 Ratings
Support for external payroll vendors9.02 Ratings7.01 Ratings
Off-cycle/On-Demand payment10.01 Ratings8.01 Ratings
Benefit plan administration9.53 Ratings8.02 Ratings
Direct deposit files7.93 Ratings7.01 Ratings
Salary revision and increment management10.03 Ratings8.02 Ratings
Reimbursement management9.53 Ratings7.02 Ratings
Leave and Attendance Management
Comparison of Leave and Attendance Management features of Product A and Product B
HR Suite by HR Cloud
8.9
3 Ratings
9% above category average
Iris HR Software
8.3
2 Ratings
2% above category average
Approval workflow9.03 Ratings9.02 Ratings
Balance details7.63 Ratings8.01 Ratings
Annual carry-forward and encashment10.03 Ratings8.02 Ratings
Employee Self Service
Comparison of Employee Self Service features of Product A and Product B
HR Suite by HR Cloud
9.2
3 Ratings
11% above category average
Iris HR Software
8.2
2 Ratings
0% below category average
View and generate pay and benefit information7.62 Ratings9.02 Ratings
Update personal information10.03 Ratings9.02 Ratings
View company policy documentation9.52 Ratings8.02 Ratings
Employee recognition9.03 Ratings8.02 Ratings
View job history10.03 Ratings7.01 Ratings
Asset Management
Comparison of Asset Management features of Product A and Product B
HR Suite by HR Cloud
9.0
2 Ratings
11% above category average
Iris HR Software
7.0
1 Ratings
14% below category average
Tracking of all physical assets9.02 Ratings7.01 Ratings
HR Reporting
Comparison of HR Reporting features of Product A and Product B
HR Suite by HR Cloud
9.0
3 Ratings
17% above category average
Iris HR Software
7.3
2 Ratings
3% below category average
Report builder9.53 Ratings9.02 Ratings
Pre-built reports9.03 Ratings7.02 Ratings
Ability to combine HR data with external data8.42 Ratings6.02 Ratings
Onboarding
Comparison of Onboarding features of Product A and Product B
HR Suite by HR Cloud
9.3
3 Ratings
15% above category average
Iris HR Software
8.5
2 Ratings
6% above category average
New hire portal9.03 Ratings8.02 Ratings
Manager tracking tools9.53 Ratings9.01 Ratings
Performance and Goals
Comparison of Performance and Goals features of Product A and Product B
HR Suite by HR Cloud
9.4
2 Ratings
16% above category average
Iris HR Software
8.3
2 Ratings
3% above category average
Corporate goal setting9.52 Ratings9.02 Ratings
Individual goal setting10.02 Ratings9.02 Ratings
Line-of sight-visibility9.02 Ratings7.01 Ratings
Performance tracking9.02 Ratings8.02 Ratings
Performance Management
Comparison of Performance Management features of Product A and Product B
HR Suite by HR Cloud
8.7
3 Ratings
10% above category average
Iris HR Software
8.4
2 Ratings
6% above category average
Performance plans7.53 Ratings8.01 Ratings
Performance improvement plans9.53 Ratings9.02 Ratings
Review status tracking9.53 Ratings8.02 Ratings
Review reminders9.03 Ratings9.02 Ratings
Multiple review frequency7.92 Ratings8.02 Ratings
Succession Planning
Comparison of Succession Planning features of Product A and Product B
HR Suite by HR Cloud
8.5
2 Ratings
8% above category average
Iris HR Software
8.0
2 Ratings
2% above category average
Create succession plans/pools8.42 Ratings8.02 Ratings
Candidate ranking8.52 Ratings8.02 Ratings
Candidate search7.52 Ratings8.02 Ratings
Candidate development9.52 Ratings8.02 Ratings
Recruiting / ATS
Comparison of Recruiting / ATS features of Product A and Product B
HR Suite by HR Cloud
9.2
3 Ratings
17% above category average
Iris HR Software
7.8
2 Ratings
0% above category average
Job Requisition Management9.03 Ratings8.02 Ratings
Company Website Posting10.02 Ratings7.02 Ratings
Publish to Social Media8.02 Ratings00 Ratings
Job Search Site Posting9.52 Ratings00 Ratings
Duplicate Candidate Prevention8.42 Ratings8.01 Ratings
Applicant Tracking9.53 Ratings8.01 Ratings
Notifications and Alerts10.03 Ratings8.02 Ratings
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User Ratings
HR Suite by HR CloudIris HR Software
Likelihood to Recommend
9.4
(3 ratings)
8.0
(3 ratings)
Likelihood to Renew
-
(0 ratings)
8.0
(1 ratings)
Usability
-
(0 ratings)
8.0
(1 ratings)
User Testimonials
HR Suite by HR CloudIris HR Software
Likelihood to Recommend
HR CLOUD, INC
Core HR is software that can so easily fit on any kind of HR management system. It has amazing features. In case of new recruitment applicant tracking, application management, approval process control, etc could easily solve with Core HR. It is very much suited for company records management. It is a complete database for current employees as well.
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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
HR CLOUD, INC
  • Functioning is very easy and very much clear to the new users as well.
  • Detailed payroll structure of your compensation.
  • Salary slip is available for all the previous months as well.
  • Claiming of different allowances like phone bill, internet bill, shift allowance etc are very simple.
  • We can easily track the time and attendance.
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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
HR CLOUD, INC
  • I would love the ability for reviews to be deleted.
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IRIS Software Group
  • initial scope/setup support (outside of template)
  • Contacting support can be difficult
  • case sensitive username for end users (email addresses have to match exactly)
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Likelihood to Renew
HR CLOUD, INC
No answers on this topic
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
HR CLOUD, INC
No answers on this topic
IRIS Software Group
Iris HR Software is a stable and fairly intuitive product which has had a positive impact on our organisation. We have had some support issues but generally feel we've had a positive experience and our personnel and finance teams have benefitted from this process structure. Whilst contacting the correct Iris HR Software support channel has been our biggest issue once we have established contact our tickets have been raised and resolved promptly.
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Alternatives Considered
HR CLOUD, INC
The previous software I used was so limited in various core HR functions. On the other hand Core HR meets up our almost every requirement. And the very most reason to switch into Core HR is it has a free trail version for the users. That gives you much flexibility to check everything out properly
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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
HR CLOUD, INC
  • We can see our all details here like salary statement.
  • Payroll information(complete breakup of you compensation).
  • Claim different allowances with this tool and track it as well.
  • Track your time and attendance here.
  • We can modify the shift plan here and change the WOs but it will go for approval to your manager.
  • The process of changing the WOs, regularization is little difficult.
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IRIS Software Group
  • Our staff is super happy with the service
  • Huge improvement
  • Looks quite professional
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ScreenShots

HR Suite by HR Cloud Screenshots

Screenshot of an overview of HR Cloud's talent acquisition features.Screenshot of Workmates, the employee engagement platform, which is designed to foster team connection with internal communication tools, recognition features, and real-time feedback through polls and surveys.Screenshot of an example of the automated evaluations, 360º feedback, and self-assessments available for employee performance tracking. Customizable review cycles and reporting provide insights into performance and growth.Screenshot of an example of the approval processes and customizable policies.Screenshot of HR Cloud's People HRIS.