Head to head · HRMS software
Zoho Payroll vs Timelabs
Pricing, features, India readiness and rating compared. Zoho Payroll rates highest.
Indian payroll with statutory compliance, priced per organisation.
| Compare | Zoho Payroll | Timelabs |
|---|---|---|
| Category | HRMS software | HRMS software |
| Vendor | Zoho Corporation | Timelabs (Cutting Edge) |
| Headquarters | Chennai, Tamil Nadu | Jaipur, Rajasthan |
| Made in India | Yes | Yes |
| Starting price | Free plan | ₹40/mo |
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Free trial | Yes | Yes |
| Published pricing | Yes | Yes |
| Deployment | cloud | cloud |
| Mobile apps | No | No |
| Founded | 1996 | 2007 |
| Best for | Startup, Small business, SMB | Small business, SMB, Mid-market |
| App Advisor rating | 4.7 / 5 | 4.7 / 5 |
Zoho Payroll: pros & cons
- +Free plan available to evaluate at zero cost
- +Built in India with GST-ready workflows and local support hours
- +30 years in business — a mature, stable product
- +Covers more than one software category, reducing the number of tools you run
- −Feature depth for your specific workflow should still be verified in a demo
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
Timelabs: pros & cons
- +Pricing is published, so there is no sales call to see costs
- +Built in India with GST-ready workflows and local support hours
- +19 years in business — a mature, stable product
- +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
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Frequently asked questions
Which is better, Zoho Payroll or Timelabs?+
Zoho Payroll scores higher on App Advisor's rating (4.7/5) for pricing transparency, India readiness and maturity. Zoho Payroll 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 Zoho Payroll cheaper than Timelabs?+
Zoho Payroll starts at Free plan and Timelabs at ₹40/mo. Compare per-user costs at your team size, and remember GST is added on top.
Can I switch from Zoho Payroll to Timelabs?+
Most hrms software products import CSV or Excel data; check whether historical records, attachments and integrations move too before you switch.