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    ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price

    Rippling HCM

    Score9 out of 10
    N/ARippling HR is a human resources platform for managing employee records, onboarding, benefits, time and attendance, compliance, and other core people operations in one system. It serves as the HR layer of the broader Rippling platform, giving companies a central place to manage the employee lifecycle while connecting HR data to payroll, IT, and finance workflows when needed.

    $8

    per month per user

    SilkRoad Learning

    Score7.7 out of 10
    N/ASilkRoad Learning is a web-based LMS. The vendor advertises enterprise-level platform for addressing skills gaps and regulatory compliance, as well as ecommerce and mobile support. It can integrate with other SilkRoad offerings and 3rd party content.N/A
    Pricing
    Rippling HCMSilkRoad Learning
    Editions & Modules
    Recommended
    $8.00
    starting price per user, per month
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    Offerings
    Pricing Offerings
    Rippling HCMSilkRoad Learning
    Free Trial
    NoNo
    Free/Freemium Version
    NoNo
    Premium Consulting/Integration Services
    YesNo
    Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
    Additional DetailsFor additional pricing details visit the Rippling pricing page.—
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    Community Pulse
    Rippling HCMSilkRoad Learning
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    Rippling
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    SilkRoad
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    Key User Insights
    Would buy again
    99%
    Would buy again
    1191 Answers
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    Delivers good value for the price
    100%
    Delivers good value for the price
    817 Answers
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    Happy with the feature set
    99%
    Happy with the feature set
    1192 Answers
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    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
    98%
    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
    589 Answers
    No answers on this topic
    Implementation went as expected
    96%
    Implementation went as expected
    616 Answers
    No answers on this topic
    Features
    Rippling HCMSilkRoad Learning
    Human Resource Management
    Comparison of Human Resource Management features of Rippling HCM and SilkRoad Learning
    Feature
    Rippling HCM
    9.2
    1056 Ratings
    12% above category average
    SilkRoad Learning
    -
    Ratings
    Employee demographic data8.9747 Ratings00 Ratings
    Employment history8.9776 Ratings00 Ratings
    Job profiles and administration9.4885 Ratings00 Ratings
    Workflow for transfers, promotions, pay raises, etc.9.3784 Ratings00 Ratings
    Organizational charting9.3922 Ratings00 Ratings
    Organization and location management9.2821 Ratings00 Ratings
    Compliance data (COBRA, OSHA, etc.)9.1633 Ratings00 Ratings
    Payroll Management
    Comparison of Payroll Management features of Rippling HCM and SilkRoad Learning
    Feature
    Rippling HCM
    9.4
    1102 Ratings
    14% above category average
    SilkRoad Learning
    -
    Ratings
    Pay calculation9.4991 Ratings00 Ratings
    Off-cycle/On-Demand payment9.3694 Ratings00 Ratings
    Benefit plan administration9.1971 Ratings00 Ratings
    Direct deposit files9.6971 Ratings00 Ratings
    Salary revision and increment management9.6744 Ratings00 Ratings
    Reimbursement management9.4648 Ratings00 Ratings
    Leave and Attendance Management
    Comparison of Leave and Attendance Management features of Rippling HCM and SilkRoad Learning
    Feature
    Rippling HCM
    9.3
    991 Ratings
    12% above category average
    SilkRoad Learning
    -
    Ratings
    Approval workflow9.5959 Ratings00 Ratings
    Balance details9.2912 Ratings00 Ratings
    Annual carry-forward and encashment9.0683 Ratings00 Ratings
    Employee Self Service
    Comparison of Employee Self Service features of Rippling HCM and SilkRoad Learning
    Feature
    Rippling HCM
    9.2
    1153 Ratings
    11% above category average
    SilkRoad Learning
    -
    Ratings
    View and generate pay and benefit information9.41092 Ratings00 Ratings
    Update personal information9.51141 Ratings00 Ratings
    View company policy documentation9.3953 Ratings00 Ratings
    Employee recognition8.8631 Ratings00 Ratings
    View job history9.0819 Ratings00 Ratings
    Asset Management
    Comparison of Asset Management features of Rippling HCM and SilkRoad Learning
    Feature
    Rippling HCM
    8.7
    490 Ratings
    8% above category average
    SilkRoad Learning
    -
    Ratings
    Tracking of all physical assets8.7491 Ratings00 Ratings
    HR Reporting
    Comparison of HR Reporting features of Rippling HCM and SilkRoad Learning
    Feature
    Rippling HCM
    8.8
    592 Ratings
    15% above category average
    SilkRoad Learning
    -
    Ratings
    Report builder8.7575 Ratings00 Ratings
    Pre-built reports8.9544 Ratings00 Ratings
    Ability to combine HR data with external data8.9496 Ratings00 Ratings
    Onboarding
    Comparison of Onboarding features of Rippling HCM and SilkRoad Learning
    Feature
    Rippling HCM
    9.3
    819 Ratings
    14% above category average
    SilkRoad Learning
    -
    Ratings
    New hire portal9.4798 Ratings00 Ratings
    Manager tracking tools9.1623 Ratings00 Ratings
    Performance and Goals
    Comparison of Performance and Goals features of Rippling HCM and SilkRoad Learning
    Feature
    Rippling HCM
    9.1
    476 Ratings
    12% above category average
    SilkRoad Learning
    -
    Ratings
    Corporate goal setting9.2409 Ratings00 Ratings
    Individual goal setting9.1437 Ratings00 Ratings
    Line-of sight-visibility9.1406 Ratings00 Ratings
    Performance tracking9.0436 Ratings00 Ratings
    Performance Management
    Comparison of Performance Management features of Rippling HCM and SilkRoad Learning
    Feature
    Rippling HCM
    9.3
    545 Ratings
    16% above category average
    SilkRoad Learning
    -
    Ratings
    Performance plans9.2488 Ratings00 Ratings
    Performance improvement plans9.2462 Ratings00 Ratings
    Review status tracking9.3487 Ratings00 Ratings
    Review reminders9.5515 Ratings00 Ratings
    Multiple review frequency9.4444 Ratings00 Ratings
    Succession Planning
    Comparison of Succession Planning features of Rippling HCM and SilkRoad Learning
    Feature
    Rippling HCM
    9.3
    403 Ratings
    17% above category average
    SilkRoad Learning
    -
    Ratings
    Create succession plans/pools9.1337 Ratings00 Ratings
    Candidate ranking9.2346 Ratings00 Ratings
    Candidate search9.4363 Ratings00 Ratings
    Candidate development9.5343 Ratings00 Ratings
    Recruiting / ATS
    Comparison of Recruiting / ATS features of Rippling HCM and SilkRoad Learning
    Feature
    Rippling HCM
    9.1
    462 Ratings
    14% above category average
    SilkRoad Learning
    -
    Ratings
    Job Requisition Management9.0367 Ratings00 Ratings
    Company Website Posting9.0356 Ratings00 Ratings
    Publish to Social Media9.1310 Ratings00 Ratings
    Job Search Site Posting9.0320 Ratings00 Ratings
    Duplicate Candidate Prevention9.0322 Ratings00 Ratings
    Applicant Tracking9.2354 Ratings00 Ratings
    Notifications and Alerts9.1433 Ratings00 Ratings
    Learning Management
    Comparison of Learning Management features of Rippling HCM and SilkRoad Learning
    Feature
    Rippling HCM
    -
    Ratings
    SilkRoad Learning
    8.6
    3 Ratings
    4% above category average
    Course authoring00 Ratings9.03 Ratings
    Course catalog or library00 Ratings9.03 Ratings
    Player/Portal00 Ratings7.63 Ratings
    Learning content00 Ratings8.53 Ratings
    Mobile friendly00 Ratings8.53 Ratings
    Progress tracking & certifications00 Ratings9.03 Ratings
    Assignments00 Ratings7.13 Ratings
    Compliance management00 Ratings8.13 Ratings
    Learning administration00 Ratings7.63 Ratings
    Learning reporting & analytics00 Ratings10.02 Ratings
    Social learning00 Ratings10.02 Ratings
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    Score8.6 out of 10
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    Score9.6 out of 10
    Enterprises
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    Score10 out of 10
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    User Ratings
    Rippling HCMSilkRoad Learning
    Likelihood to Recommend
    9.2
    (1205 ratings)
    8.1
    (12 ratings)
    Likelihood to Renew
    8.9
    (22 ratings)
    3.6
    (2 ratings)
    Usability
    9.4
    (1202 ratings)
    8.0
    (1 ratings)
    Availability
    9.1
    (1 ratings)
    8.0
    (1 ratings)
    Performance
    9.1
    (1 ratings)
    7.0
    (1 ratings)
    Support Rating
    9.1
    (902 ratings)
    7.0
    (1 ratings)
    Online Training
    -
    (0 ratings)
    8.0
    (1 ratings)
    Implementation Rating
    8.0
    (10 ratings)
    4.0
    (1 ratings)
    Product Scalability
    9.1
    (1 ratings)
    7.0
    (1 ratings)
    User Testimonials
    Rippling HCMSilkRoad Learning
    Likelihood to Recommend
    Rippling
    When I first started my new job, it was an additional one on top of a day job I already had. I didn't have time to waste between getting home and starting this new night job, so the first thing that I found was that I was blown away at how quickly and easily I could log in and start. When starting a new job, I didn't need the added stress of learning another app/portal when I had more important things to learn. I am really grateful for those 2 factors alone. Once I got more familiar with the portal, I was able to search around a bit and found some great features that have just enriched the experience even more...no training needed.
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    SilkRoad
    It is very well suited as a web based LMS. They have excellent customer service and support. Ask about the reporting features - these are challenging in many LMS applications. The training they provided for administrators is also very good. Overall a great company, and they are constantly working to improve the product
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    Pros
    Rippling
    • Keeping track of and entering time off and watching time of approvals
    • Providing fast links to access accounts for health/retirement benefits
    • Extremely convenient access to see how much money is left in my flexible savings account and reordering a new card if I need one
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    SilkRoad
    • GreenLight is very good at keeping track of employee requirements through the use of qualifications. It is the backbone of how courses, classes, requirements and activities are assigned and monitored.
    • The content objects (development) portion of GreenLight is robust. It allows you to mix various content objects from different sources. For instance if you import a SCORM ecourse, an AICC ecourse and want to add an HTML page as an introduction, the software will allow you to combine all seamlessly into one course. In addition, the navigation and sequencing tools offer considerable functionality.
    • The reporting feature of this software is very good (but not best of class). The number of standard reports is fairly extensive and cover most needs. Having the ability to output files for further analysis and manipulation in Excel takes care of a number of areas where the standard reports fall short.
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    Cons
    Rippling
    • The overall look and feel of Rippling is dated; it looks like it's straight out of the 00's.
    • The could be more functionality in the LMS, expanded features, more options, it works, and it's basic, but it could be really great with a few added features.
    • The shift from using people's personal email to log in to their work email, not everyone wants to use their personal information to log into a work system.
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    SilkRoad
    • 'my profile' has been a little glitchy for us but we are a very small team and don't use that element much, photos don't load or stay loaded
    • Sometimes the main list with due dates, type of training etc. seems hard for people to completely understand some more customizable sections here would be useful for us
    • On the whole, is not a customizable as other platforms we've used. Is good at tracking but not so much the kind of cataloging we need.
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    Likelihood to Renew
    Rippling
    I've been fully impressed with the tool so far in my 6 months of being a daily user. It's rare to run into an issue that can't be solved. Customer service is quick to respond and are usually very helpful. The price is great for the upgrade we got from our past tool. We hit our ROI within the first month.
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    SilkRoad
    Our training director has determined that the customer service and ease of use is too difficult. She intends to check into other LMS systems and end our contract with Silkroad.
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    Usability
    Rippling
    It is easy to use. It has an option to favorite commonly used functions, such as timekeeping and payroll. The app is easily accessible and easy to use, thanks to a quick-use option. This can be managed remotely and is great for all things HR for a company employee.
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    SilkRoad
    I have a better understanding of the system and so it is easier for me to use. The student side is very easy and simple for anyone to use.
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    Reliability and Availability
    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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    SilkRoad
    There have been many times when the site was unavailable for a short time. Also, glitches and unexplained ed activity such as sending training notifications out to terminated employees.
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    Performance
    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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    SilkRoad
    It works well most of the time.
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    Support Rating
    Rippling
    I have contacted support one time, and I was assisted by the Artificial Intelligence bot. Not only did it help with my inquiry, but it also went the extra mile by suggesting other options. I was looking for a feature I could not find, and it was very helpful. It would be nice also to chat with an actual person.
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    SilkRoad
    The questions regarding how to implement in the system are answered quickly and efficiently. If there is an issue with the technical side or integrations it takes forever to get results and after much escalating.
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    Online Training
    Rippling
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    SilkRoad
    some are thorough and others are not. I like that they are available for review.
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    Implementation Rating
    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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    SilkRoad
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    Alternatives Considered
    Rippling
    Rippling has a much more modern, user-friendly approach, and it continues to build out their product suite to help create a seamlessly integrated eco-system. BambooHR is also more modern, but doesn't seem to have the broad product suite that Rippling is pursuing. UKG felt so disconnected and archaic to work with... quite painful, actually. I really like that Rippling has been extremely supportive with the onboarding process, ensuring that you work with various members of their implementation team to get things up and running which leads to a better experience and quicker ROI.
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    SilkRoad
    SilkRoad Learning is much easier to customize and roll out globally. The Skillsoft product was expensive, cumbersome, and required a large ramp up time. When working with clients on Skillsoft, too much had to be predetermined, the languages were not fully developed and learners had to pay each time they accessed a module and get reimbursement from the company - it was not effective.
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    Scalability
    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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    SilkRoad
    The system went down/offline for 5 or 6 days in January. This is the month we have 3400 employees taking annual required training. It had several glitches afterwards that took months to correct.
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    Return on Investment
    Rippling
    • It was great to receive money from other country.
    • It was very helpful to use an user friendly platform for my first oversea job.
    • It was great to keep track of the amount of money I've received for the time I was employed overseas.
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    SilkRoad
    • GreenLight has provided an easy route for our users to receive training online and in-class. They can quickly and easily search and sign up for anything on the catalog. Being in healthcare, we provide a lot of training on a constant basis. GreenLight has provided a great foundation for our company to accomplish it's training needs and goals.
    • Employees can quickly access and complete online trainings so that they can get back to their jobs.
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    ScreenShots

    Rippling HCM 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.