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Personio

Core HR

All-in-one HR software for small and medium-sized businesses in Europe.

Overview

Personio is an all-in-one HRIS rapidly becoming a leader in the European market, empowering over 10,000 businesses across Europe with comprehensive HR tools. The platform offers recruiting with ATS, HR management with time tracking, payroll localized for Germany/UK/Austria/Spain, performance management, and compliance features specifically designed for EU regulations and data protection laws.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Strong European market focus with 80%+ EU customer base
  • Affordable pricing ($10-14 PEPM) for European SMBs
  • Built-in EU data protection and labor law compliance
  • User-friendly interface with actionable admin features
  • Automation for onboarding, approvals, and time-off tracking
  • Integration with 100+ vendors and systems

Cons

  • Payroll processing limited to UK, Ireland, and Germany only
  • Rigid customization (restrictive employment type system)
  • Better suited for white-collar vs. shift-based workforces
  • Frequent price increases reported by users
  • Lacks advanced workforce management for hourly employees

Who Should Use This?

Best For

  • European SMBs with 10-2,000 employees
  • Companies operating in UK, Germany, Austria, or Spain
  • Organizations prioritizing EU compliance and GDPR
  • White-collar workforces needing comprehensive HR tools
  • Businesses seeking affordable, modern HRIS in Europe

Not Ideal For

  • Companies outside UK/Ireland/Germany needing payroll
  • Organizations with shift-based or hourly workforces
  • Businesses requiring extensive customization flexibility
  • Non-European companies without EU operations
  • Large enterprises with 2,000+ employees

Key Features

HR Management
Recruiting
Payroll
Time Tracking
Performance
Reporting

Implementation

Implementation includes setup support for recruiting, HR management, time tracking, and compliance. Modern interface designed for quick admin adoption with actionable to-do lists and task management.

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Pricing
Paid

Priced at $10-14 per employee per month (PEPM). Three packages: Essentials, Professional, and Enterprise with additional modules available. Volume discounts offered. Pay-per-user subscription model.

Company Size
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Industries
All Industries
Integrations
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