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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4.4 out of 5 stars
(43 Ratings)
ThriveSparrow, an employee experience platform for HR professionals, is a solution that focuses on the employee's perspective. ThriveSparrow aims to transform the workplace into a thriving eco-system where employee experience meets organization growth. What makes ThriveSparrow unique is its seamless integration of user experience, actionable insight, and holistic employee-engagement features.
The engagement surveys module is at the core of ThriveSparrow. It offers a wide variety of customizable surveys including wellness and pulse surveys. These tools enable HR professionals to monitor employee engagement and satisfaction effectively. Kudos, its peer recognition module is more than just an employee recognition platform. It is an integrated system which correlates with performance metrics and offers a 360° view of each employee’s contributions.
The heatmap of employee engagement scores and the actionable analytics dashboard are two other features that stand out.
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Motivosity
4.9 out of 5 stars
(11 Ratings)
Motivosity is an all-in-one employee recognition and rewards platform designed to help companies build stronger culture, deeper connection, and higher engagement. From peer-to-peer shoutouts to milestone celebrations and lifestyle rewards, Motivosity makes appreciation easy and impactful.
The platform includes built-in surveys, real-time feedback tools, and flexible reward options like Amazon, PayPal, custom swag, and more. It integrates seamlessly with tools like Slack, Microsoft Teams, ADP, BambooHR, and other leading HRIS systems—so it fits right into your workflow.
HR leaders love the measurable impact:
• 36% lower turnover
• 196% boost in eNPS
• 106% increase in peer connection
If you're looking to simplify recognition and create a culture where people feel seen, valued, and motivated—Motivosity delivers.
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PerformanceHub
4.7 out of 5 stars
(3 Ratings)
PerformanceHub provides a straightforward and adaptable solution for performance management. It handles everything from objectives and regular check-ins to 360° feedback, development plans, probation reviews, evaluations, and succession planning. Not just a software tool, it's a key partner in your strategic journey.
Our system ensures every team member aligns with your organisation's overarching goals, promoting effective performance development and operational consistency. Bolstered by robust reporting and analytics, you gain insights to drive informed decisions and strategies.
As you chase top-tier organisational performance, trust in our support—a quality consistently praised by our community.
Pick PerformanceHub: Simple. Focused. Trusted.
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