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greytHR vs HRSaathi

Pricing, features, India readiness and rating compared. greytHR rates highest.

HR and payroll software with attendance, leave, statutory compliance and an employee self-service app.

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CategoryHRMS softwareEmployee self-service (ESS) software
VendorGreytip SoftwareSkysoft IT Services Pvt Ltd
HeadquartersBengaluru, KarnatakaLucknow, Uttar Pradesh
Made in IndiaYesYes
Starting priceFrom ₹2,495/mo (up to 50 employees)Free · paid from ₹450/month · Startup ₹450/month for first 15 users, plus GST
Free planNoYes
Free trialYesYes
Published pricingYesYes
Deploymentcloudcloud
Mobile appsNoNo
Founded1994—
Best forStartup, Small business, SMBStartup, Small business, SMB
App Advisor rating4.9 / 54.7 / 5

greytHR: pros & cons

  • +Built in India with GST-ready workflows and local support hours
  • +32 years in business — a mature, stable product
  • +One of the top-ranked hrms software options in our catalogue
  • +Covers more than one software category, reducing the number of tools you run
  • −No permanently free plan

Key features

  • Employee database and documents
  • Attendance with biometric and geo check-in
  • Leave policies and holidays by location
  • Payroll with PF, ESI, PT and TDS
  • Onboarding and exit workflows
  • Performance reviews and OKRs

HRSaathi: pros & cons

  • +Free plan available to evaluate at zero cost
  • +Built in India with GST-ready workflows and local support hours
  • +One of the top-ranked employee self-service (ess) software options in our catalogue
  • −Feature depth for your specific workflow should still be verified in a demo

Key features

  • Payslips and Form 16 download
  • Investment declaration and proof upload
  • Leave and attendance regularisation
  • Reimbursement claims
  • Profile and bank-detail updates with approval
  • HR helpdesk and policy documents

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Frequently asked questions

Which is better, greytHR or HRSaathi?+

greytHR scores higher on App Advisor's rating (4.9/5) for pricing transparency, India readiness and maturity. HRSaathi has a free plan, which matters if you want to try before paying. The right choice depends on your workflow — request demos of both.

Is greytHR cheaper than HRSaathi?+

greytHR starts at From ₹2,495/mo (up to 50 employees) and HRSaathi at Free · paid from ₹450/month · Startup ₹450/month for first 15 users, plus GST. Compare per-user costs at your team size, and remember GST is added on top.

Can I switch from greytHR to HRSaathi?+

Most hrms software products import CSV or Excel data; check whether historical records, attachments and integrations move too before you switch.

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