Head to head · HRMS software
Zoho People vs Heap
Pricing, features, India readiness and rating compared. Zoho People rates highest.
Zoho People4.8
HR management covering attendance, leave, onboarding and performance.
Made in IndiaFree plan
| Compare | Zoho People | Heap |
|---|---|---|
| Category | HRMS software | Web analytics & CRO |
| Vendor | Zoho Corporation | Heap (Contentsquare) |
| Headquarters | Chennai, Tamil Nadu | San Francisco, United States |
| Made in India | Yes | No |
| Starting price | ₹48/mo | Free plan |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | Yes | Yes |
| Published pricing | Yes | Yes |
| Deployment | cloud | cloud |
| Mobile apps | No | No |
| Founded | 1996 | 2013 |
| Best for | Startup, Small business, SMB | Startup, Small business, SMB |
| App Advisor rating | 4.8 / 5 | 4.5 / 5 |
Zoho People: 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
Heap: pros & cons
- +Free plan available to evaluate at zero cost
- +13 years in business — a mature, stable product
- +Covers more than one software category, reducing the number of tools you run
- −Global vendor — check India-specific compliance (GST, TDS) and support hours before you commit
Key features
- Traffic and acquisition reports
- Event tracking and funnels
- Heatmaps and session replay
- A/B and multivariate testing
- Product analytics and retention cohorts
- Privacy-friendly, cookieless options
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Frequently asked questions
Which is better, Zoho People or Heap?+
Zoho People scores higher on App Advisor's rating (4.8/5) for pricing transparency, India readiness and maturity. The right choice depends on your workflow — request demos of both.
Is Zoho People cheaper than Heap?+
Zoho People starts at ₹48/mo and Heap at Free plan. Compare per-user costs at your team size, and remember GST is added on top.
Can I switch from Zoho People to Heap?+
Most hrms software products import CSV or Excel data; check whether historical records, attachments and integrations move too before you switch.