4.6 out of 5 stars
(235 Ratings)
Folks replaces spreadsheets and disconnected HR tools with a single platform built for Canadian SMBs. Centralize employee records, automate onboarding workflows, track absences and PTO, and manage performance reviews — all from one dashboard.
With Folks ATS, post to major Canadian job boards (Indeed, LinkedIn, Jobillico, Talent.com), parse resumes with AI-powered matching, and move candidates through your hiring pipeline in clicks. Applications from your career page flow directly into the system, and your team can communicate with candidates using customizable email templates — no switching between tools.
Folks Payroll handles CRA remittances, T4/RL-1 generation, ROE filing, and multi-province tax calculations natively. SOC 2 Type 2 certified, with all data hosted in Canada. Trusted by 1,200+ Canadian organizations.
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4.4 out of 5 stars
(655 Ratings)
Breathe (also written Breathe HR or BreatheHR) has helped UK small and medium-sized businesses manage their people since 2012. Instead of juggling spreadsheets and separate tools, you get one place for records, leave, documents, performance, reporting and compliance.
What you get as standard
Core HR covers secure employee records and documents, holiday and leave, sickness and absence, self-service, e-signatures, performance (goals, feedback, one-to-ones and reviews), and reporting and analytics.
Add more when you need it
Recruitment: job ads, hiring workflows and candidate tracking
e-Learning: UK-specific courses and completion tracking
Health and Safety: risk assessments, incidents and certifications
Expenses: claims, receipts and manager approvals
Rota, Time and Attendance: shifts, availability and hours
Coming soon: an AI Assistant that answers HR and policy questions from your company information, and payroll in late 2026.
The difference it makes
One accurate record means no more typing details twice. Self-service and shared workflows cut the chasing. And you can start with Core HR and add modules later, so it works even when HR is one person's part-time job.
Is Breathe right for you?
It works best for UK businesses with up to 200 employees moving HR off spreadsheets, especially with lean or shared HR roles. With 200+ staff or needs like multinational payroll or complex global compliance, look carefully first. Breathe isn't a global enterprise HCM (human capital management) suite.
Why businesses choose Breathe
Used by 17,000+ businesses and 1,000+ UK HR consultancies
From £24 a month per organisation, with no long-term contracts or hidden fees
Free 14-day trial, no obligation
UK-based support from setup onwards
ISO 27001 and ISO 42
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Employment Hero
Employment Hero is a comprehensive workforce management and employment platform that enables organizations to manage recruitment, human resources, payroll, compliance, employee engagement, and benefits through an integrated AI-powered ecosystem. The platform serves employers, employees, and job seekers by providing tools that simplify employment processes while improving operational efficiency. Businesses can use Employment Hero to recruit talent, onboard employees, manage payroll, maintain HR records, automate compliance workflows, track performance, and deliver employee benefits through a centralized system. Its AI-powered Employment Operating System helps organizations automate repetitive administrative tasks, improve decision-making, and streamline workforce operations. The platform also offers managed employment services through HeroForce, allowing businesses to outsource employment administration and compliance responsibilities. Employees benefit from self-service access to workplace information, payroll records, benefits, and employment resources, while job seekers can discover opportunities and connect with employers through the platform. By consolidating employment functions into a single solution, Employment Hero helps businesses reduce manual effort, improve employee experiences, enhance payroll accuracy, and support organizational growth.
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SMB
SMB offers an intuitive human resource software solution designed for ease of use. Its simplicity allows organizations to effectively manage various aspects such as recruitment processes, employee records, vacation days, sick leave, and overall absenteeism. This cloud-based platform also enhances employee empowerment by providing them with secure access to vital information through personalized accounts. Key features encompass self-service capabilities for employees, a versatile absence management tool, secure storage for documents, automated alerts and notifications, along with compliance management and policy oversight, comprehensive reporting options, and additional functionalities that streamline HR tasks. As a result, SMB not only improves efficiency but also fosters a more engaged workforce.
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