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    ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price

    HRdirect Smart Apps

    Score7 out of 10
    Small Businesses (1-50 employees)
    HRdirect Smart Apps is an HR Management software solution from HRdirect, a a division of ComplyRight, Inc., dedicated to developing and delivering “Solutions for Smart Employers” since 1985. The vendor says HRdirect supports business managers at more than 500,000 locations with essential employee management and compliance tasks. HRdirect Smart Apps aims to help users work efficiently and affordably. The vendor's goal is to simplify complex processes and free employers from compliance…N/A

    Workstream

    Score10 out of 10
    N/AWorkstream is a HR, Payroll, and Hiring platform designed for businesses who employ hourly workers. Workstream provides mobile-first and automation-driven solutions for hiring, onboarding, payroll, operations, engagement, and communications.N/A
    Pricing
    HRdirect Smart AppsWorkstream
    Editions & Modules
    No answers on this topic
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    Offerings
    Pricing Offerings
    HRdirect Smart AppsWorkstream
    Free Trial
    NoNo
    Free/Freemium Version
    YesNo
    Premium Consulting/Integration Services
    NoNo
    Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
    Additional DetailsNO PER EMPLOYEE PRICING, NO BUNDLED FEATURES. JUST $60 A YEAR PER APP. Simple Pricing, No Matter How You Slice It Only use the Smart Apps that best fit your unique needs and pay the same, low price for each one: just $60 a year. It's easy to add more at any time, too - either as your needs change or as our solutions expand.—
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    Community Pulse
    HRdirect Smart AppsWorkstream
    Considered Both Products
    ComplyRight
    No answer on this topic
    Workstream
    No answer on this topic
    Key User Insights
    Would buy again
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    100%
    Would buy again
    5 Answers
    Delivers good value for the price
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    100%
    Delivers good value for the price
    5 Answers
    Happy with the feature set
    No answers on this topic
    100%
    Happy with the feature set
    5 Answers
    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
    No answers on this topic
    100%
    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
    5 Answers
    Implementation went as expected
    No answers on this topic
    100%
    Implementation went as expected
    5 Answers
    Features
    HRdirect Smart AppsWorkstream
    Human Resource Management
    Comparison of Human Resource Management features of HRdirect Smart Apps and Workstream
    Feature
    HRdirect Smart Apps
    10.0
    1 Ratings
    20% above category average
    Workstream
    -
    Ratings
    Employee demographic data10.01 Ratings00 Ratings
    Job profiles and administration10.01 Ratings00 Ratings
    Compliance data (COBRA, OSHA, etc.)10.01 Ratings00 Ratings
    Leave and Attendance Management
    Comparison of Leave and Attendance Management features of HRdirect Smart Apps and Workstream
    Feature
    HRdirect Smart Apps
    1.0
    1 Ratings
    157% below category average
    Workstream
    -
    Ratings
    Approval workflow1.01 Ratings00 Ratings
    Employee Self Service
    Comparison of Employee Self Service features of HRdirect Smart Apps and Workstream
    Feature
    HRdirect Smart Apps
    10.0
    1 Ratings
    19% above category average
    Workstream
    -
    Ratings
    View and generate pay and benefit information10.01 Ratings00 Ratings
    Update personal information10.01 Ratings00 Ratings
    View company policy documentation10.01 Ratings00 Ratings
    HR Reporting
    Comparison of HR Reporting features of HRdirect Smart Apps and Workstream
    Feature
    HRdirect Smart Apps
    1.0
    1 Ratings
    153% below category average
    Workstream
    -
    Ratings
    Report builder1.01 Ratings00 Ratings
    Pre-built reports1.01 Ratings00 Ratings
    Onboarding
    Comparison of Onboarding features of HRdirect Smart Apps and Workstream
    Feature
    HRdirect Smart Apps
    1.0
    1 Ratings
    156% below category average
    Workstream
    -
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    New hire portal1.01 Ratings00 Ratings
    Manager tracking tools1.01 Ratings00 Ratings
    Recruiting / ATS
    Comparison of Recruiting / ATS features of HRdirect Smart Apps and Workstream
    Feature
    HRdirect Smart Apps
    -
    Ratings
    Workstream
    9.0
    5 Ratings
    13% above category average
    Job Requisition Management00 Ratings9.25 Ratings
    Company Website Posting00 Ratings8.85 Ratings
    Publish to Social Media00 Ratings8.85 Ratings
    Job Search Site Posting00 Ratings8.95 Ratings
    Duplicate Candidate Prevention00 Ratings9.54 Ratings
    Applicant Tracking00 Ratings8.55 Ratings
    Notifications and Alerts00 Ratings9.25 Ratings
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    HRdirect Smart AppsWorkstream
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    Score8.6 out of 10
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    Score8.6 out of 10
    Enterprises
    PeopleStrong
    Score10 out of 10
    PeopleStrong
    Score10 out of 10
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    User Ratings
    HRdirect Smart AppsWorkstream
    Likelihood to Recommend
    10.0
    (1 ratings)
    9.1
    (5 ratings)
    Likelihood to Renew
    1.0
    (1 ratings)
    -
    (0 ratings)
    Support Rating
    1.0
    (1 ratings)
    -
    (0 ratings)
    User Testimonials
    HRdirect Smart AppsWorkstream
    Likelihood to Recommend
    ComplyRight
    UPDATE 3/20/2020: I initially gave HRDirect a "0" recommendation due to all the issues we had with the PTO Module. However, since purchasing the Harassment Training Module ($90), this product is the best value for the money and puts us in compliance with mandated requirements. It is easy to use and well-presented. At this point in time, with the issues and frustration level of all our employees, managers, and payroll department, it would be difficult for me to recommend this app as suitable in any scenario. However, should HRdirect fix the issues and get the app to perform as it was originally designed, it would be a great product for a small to medium company that has limited resources yet wants a good product for the money. In our experience, the new hire portal did not appear to be functioning properly; our new hires were not able to access the blank documents. They could see them but not open them (PDFs).
    Incentivized
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    Workstream
    Workstream has been great for new restaurant openings by using the QR code on business cards and using the QR code on our marketing material as well. We had one restaurant have 17 applicant's via the QR code. The biggest opportunity was cost during the pandemic. Our franchisees wanted a guaranteed number of applicants for being charged what they were getting charged. This was not something Workstream can accommodate but this is also not guaranteed on any job board.
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    Pros
    ComplyRight
    • Initially, you were able to see all activity and drill down for details.
    • It was easy-access for all our employees in the 7 states we operate in.
    • It provided tracking for the managers.
    • Payroll had access to all PTO requests.
    Incentivized
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    Workstream
    • Video interviews works really well in the current pandemic circumstances.
    • Google calendar is linked with zoom and makes scheduling easy.
    • Mobile training helps with videos and quizzes.
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    Cons
    ComplyRight
    • HRdirect performed an upgrade in 2019 and that's where things went awry.
    • You could no longer drill down through the calendar to see the details - i.e. Doctor's appointment, illness, childcare issues, vacation, etc.
    • Previous year PTO requests were not archived and you now had to scroll through hundreds of PTO requests to see the most current.
    • Previous PTO requests were listed oldest to most current, resulting in much frustration trying to locate specific ones.
    • The print option was not longer functional.
    • The online help request form was no longer accessible.
    Incentivized
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    Workstream
    • It is software very attentive to our needs, which means that when we have a concern or need to solve something, they solve it immediately, they listen to our proposals so that our hiring is fast and without inconvenience.
    Incentivized
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    Likelihood to Renew
    ComplyRight
    As previously described, there are too many unresolved issues.
    Incentivized
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    Workstream
    No answers on this topic
    Support Rating
    ComplyRight
    Due to the fact that we were patient for more than 6 months with no resolution in sight, we decided to end our relationship with HRdirect for PTO tracking. 3/20/2020: We have purchased the Harassment Training Module. Excellent product with great value for the money.
    Incentivized
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    Workstream
    No answers on this topic
    Alternatives Considered
    ComplyRight
    No answers on this topic
    Workstream
    Workstream is hands down easier to navigate and create and post positions versus ClearCompany and iCIMS
    Incentivized
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    Return on Investment
    ComplyRight
    • Initially, HRdirect was proving to be an excellent tool, and we were getting a quick turnaround on small issues. However, the upgrade messed things up on our accessibility, with no resolution in sight.
    • Harassment training module is excellent.
    Incentivized
    Read full review
    Workstream
    • Posting on multiple job sites from one click.
    Incentivized
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    ScreenShots

    HRdirect Smart Apps Screenshots

    Screenshot of EMPLOYEE RECORDS
Smarter, Centralized Employee Management

 - Directory & Records
 - Employee Self-Service
 - Document StorageScreenshot of ATTENDANCE CALENDAR
Take Control of Employee Attendance

 - 12-Month Calendars
 - Absence Code Management
 - Absence NotesScreenshot of I-9 & W-4
Ease the Burden of Completing I-9 and W-4 Forms

 - Onboarding Workflow
 - Guided I-9 & W-4 Forms
 - History & Audit TrackingScreenshot of JOB APPLICATION
Smart Hiring Begins Before the Interview

 - Compliant Questions Library
 - Customizable Application
 - Online Application LinkScreenshot of PROGRESSIVE DISCIPLINE
Your Guide to an Effective Disciplinary Program

 - Employee Warning Notices
 - Discipline History
 - Action Plan DocumentationScreenshot of TIME OFF REQUEST
Let Employees Handle Time Off Requests for You

 - Employee Time Off Requests
 - Supervisor Approval Workflow
 - Attendance Calendar Sync

    Workstream Screenshots

    Screenshot of employee scheduling, in WorkstreamScreenshot of Workstream's digital onboardingScreenshot of Workstream's communication interfaceScreenshot of the people management workflowScreenshot of an employee surveyScreenshot of Workstream's payroll solution