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[Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/our-story/) * * * Last updated September 16th, 2026 # Reviews of Zoho People Ease of use 4.2 Customer Service 4.1 ## Pros and Cons in Reviews Vineet H OwnerTransportation/Trucking/Railroad, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: I used a free trial. “I have 2 drivers on my personal payroll, Zoho Attendance, made OT Calculation easier, and hassle free and easy to manage my employee as I use Zoho books for account it seems the whole environment is secure“ May 2, 2026 BP Banashree P HR HeadInformation Technology and Services, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: I used a free trial. “Our evaluation period was limited due to organizational changes, so we didn't have enough time to identify any major drawbacks.“ July 7, 2026 BP Banashree P HR HeadInformation Technology and Services, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: I used a free trial. “We found the interface intuitive, and features such as employee records management, leave tracking, attendance management, and employee self-service appeared well-designed and suitable for our needs.“ July 7, 2026 MURALI KRISHNA S HRFinancial Services, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: I used a free trial. “Payroll features are decent but may not fully support all country-specific payroll requirements.“ May 13, 2026 SS Selvakumar S Head of OperationsMining & Metals, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: Less than 6 months. “For small and growing businesses, Zoho People provides excellent value for money with flexible pricing plans and the ability to scale as the organization grows. While the platform is feature-rich, there is a learning curve during the initial setup, especially when configuring permissions, forms, workflows, and access controls.“ June 19, 2026 JF Jabir F ManagerComputer Networking, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: Less than 6 months. “Customer support response time can sometimes be slower during complex issue resolution“ May 1, 2026 JF Jabir F ManagerComputer Networking, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: Less than 6 months. “One of the key strengths is its flexibility and customization, allowing us to adapt workflows according to our business needs.“ May 1, 2026 MOHAMED S CEOInformation Technology and Services, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “Users often report that support agents provide "canned" responses or links to documentation rather than digging into the specific technical glitch you’re experiencing.“ February 11, 2026 ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 1-25 of 366 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use Emmanuel B. Technical Director Information Technology and Services Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "A flexible and affordable HR platform for growing teams" January 14, 2026 5.0 Overall, Zoho People has been a reliable and scalable HR solution. Once configured correctly, it simplifies HR processes, improves visibility, and reduces manual work. It is well suited for growing organizations that want structure without investing in expensive enterprise HR software. Ongoing improvements and ecosystem integration add long term value. Pros Zoho People offers a wide range of HR features in a single platform, including leave management, attendance tracking, employee records, and basic performance management. The system is highly customizable, which makes it suitable for different company policies and workflows. Integration with other Zoho applications works well and helps create a connected HR and operations environment. Pricing is competitive, especially for small to medium sized businesses. Cons The user interface can feel overwhelming at first due to the number of features and configuration options. Initial setup requires time and planning, particularly for organizations new to HR systems. Some advanced features are locked behind higher tier plans, which may limit functionality for very small teams. Reporting could also be more intuitive without additional customization. Switched from [HR.my](https://www.capterra.com/p/176644/HR-my/) We switched from hr.my because the user interface was limiting and the platform lacked the level of integration we required. Zoho People offers a more intuitive experience and integrates seamlessly with other business tools, which allows for better workflow automation and improved operational efficiency. Review Source Vijayakumar M. Director Computer Software Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Easy and affordable" June 19, 2026 5.0 Pros Ease of use and very affordable. Their mobile app is very responsive and fast. Their customer support is very helpful when complained issues are fixed quickly. Very useful for managing our employees attendance and payroll. Cons No cons as of now in the Zoho people app as we are using for more than 9 months. Comfortable for our use. Alternatives considered [Razorpay](https://www.capterra.com/p/179263/Razorpay/) Reason for choosing Zoho People Lower cost than the other products in the market Review Source SM Sunny M. HR Managaer Retail Used the software for: I used a free trial ### "Thorough platform" September 5, 2026 4.0 Help videos are great! It has taken lots of hours to research the different capabilities, but overall, meets the needs of our business. Pros The capabilities of the platform. There are detailed help videos and many different features available. Cons Complexity in set up It takes a lot of time to work through all the features and to customize them to your needs. Alternatives considered [BambooHR](https://www.capterra.com/p/110968/BambooHR/) Reason for choosing Zoho People Price plans are more reasonable for our company Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Admin Owner Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Mature and robust SaaS product." May 19, 2026 3.0 Good. Most of features and very intuitive, gives a lot of details and works buttery smooth. Just as expected. Pros Easy to setup and use. Test Data management is good. Can remove dummy data also, video links for learning are essential and works well. Cons some aspects are still cumbersome to setup/ SMB people need to get started with doing their work with minimal number of fuss. Review Source SS Selvakumar S. Head of Operations Mining & Metals Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Comprehensive HRMS for Growing Businesses" June 19, 2026 4.0 We recently evaluated and implemented Zoho People as part of our HRMS and employee management setup. The platform offers a comprehensive set of features covering employee information management, attendance, leave tracking, onboarding, document management, and workflow automation. Its seamless integration with other Zoho applications makes it particularly attractive for organizations already using the Zoho ecosystem. For small and growing businesses, Zoho People provides excellent value for money with flexible pricing plans and the ability to scale as the organization grows. While the platform is feature-rich, there is a learning curve during the initial setup, especially when configuring permissions, forms, workflows, and access controls. Overall, it is a powerful and cost-effective HRMS solution that can cater to both small businesses and larger organizations. Pros • Seamless integration with other Zoho applications. • Cost-effective for small and growing organizations with minimal upfront commitment. • Strong security features, including role-based access controls and multi-factor authentication. • Flexible plans that allow organizations to scale as their needs evolve. • Comprehensive employee lifecycle management covering onboarding, attendance, leave, files, and HR workflows. • Highly customizable forms, workflows, and approval processes. Cons • User permissions, roles, and form-level access controls can be challenging to understand during initial setup. • Some administration screens, particularly Access Control and Permissions, could be more intuitive and user-friendly. • Customer support response times could be improved for implementation-related queries. • Self-implementation may require significant time investment, especially for organizations setting up complex workflows and policies for the first time. • Certain advanced configurations have a steep learning curve and may benefit from improved documentation and guided setup wizards. Alternatives considered [greytHR](https://www.capterra.com/p/150850/greytHR/) Reason for choosing Zoho People GreytHR had a fixed pricing which increased the per person licensing expenses Review Source AkP Ajith kumar P. structural steel Civil Engineering Used the software for: I used a free trial ### "Excellent Attendance Management" July 29, 2026 5.0 Zoho People is a solid choice because it already covers most of the HR processes you've been asking about over the past few days. If you plan to stay within the Zoho ecosystem, the integration with Workplace is an added advantage. it is Value for Money Pros Web and mobile check-in/check-out,IP-based attendance (employees can only check in from your office network),GPS/location-based attendance for field staff Cons Expect to spend several hours or a few days getting everything right.Complex workflows, automation, and custom forms can take time to learn. Some users find the interface and configuration options overwhelming at first. Review Source NN Najina N. HR Manager Marketing and Advertising Used the software for: I used a free trial ### "Organized HR management for growing teams" August 8, 2026 5.0 I've used Zoho People for HR and operations at Peakok Digital and overall its nbeen solid for day to day HR Management Pros Attendance,leave,employee docs,onboarding and announcements all in on dashboard.No more chasing people on whatsapp for what's you leave balance or send me your aadhar Cons Basic reports are great but if you want a very specific report-like late chck ins by project -you endup exporting to excel and doing it manually. Review Source JM JO M. founder Education Management Used the software for: I used a free trial ### "Reasonable " August 2, 2026 5.0 Its very reasonable, It is very reasonable also.I tried other apps and changed to zoho.I am planning to use zoho social also Pros Very helpful for new comers and those who do business. It is very reasonable also.I tried other apps and changed to zoho Cons Bit complex for newcomers . It is very reasonable also.I tried other apps and seems bit complicated Review Source DP Danny P. Manager Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing Used the software for: I used a free trial ### "Zoho People" July 31, 2026 5.0 Pros Better integration with other zoho apps, Better all in one features, Affordable Rates. Better user friendly. Cons There is no option to opt in for indian server for better pricing. Higher rates for employee profiles who do not access the system. Review Source MW Mansa W. Director Maritime Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "recommended for hr management" August 4, 2026 4.0 Pros It's excellent for employee management. I recommend this as an addon to any organization. It's a great HR tool! Cons Still exploring the features so can't say what I least like yet. However I think it will be great if the admin settings is available in the basic plan as well and not just in zoho plus Review Source Keith B. President Real Estate Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "My thoughts on Zoho" February 9, 2026 4.0 It was average. I'd like for it to be an easier onboarding process but there's a learning curve. Overall it was smooth once I figured it out. Pros I like how we can set up teams across the projects and track the teams work across various projects. Cons It was a bit confusing initially. Time logs must roll up to timesheets and then projects vs jobs. We messed up the configuration a couple times. Switched from [QuickBooks Time](https://www.capterra.com/p/151722/TSheets/) Quickbooks is very expensive for their products. Review Source BT Birgit T. Managing Director Publishing Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "An extensive features system" January 16, 2026 4.0 Pros The features are quite extensive especially with its value for money. There are also extensive guides provided on their YouTube account to help you set up certain sections and problem solve. Cons As the features are quite extensive it can take a little whole to navigate the platform. This also makes the user interface feel a little complex. Alternatives considered [Leave Dates](https://www.capterra.com/p/190981/Leave-Dates/) Reason for choosing Zoho People They provided the extra features that would be helpful to us and our team in a cost effective way. Review Source Raffi A. manager Education Management Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Simple, Reliable, and Effective HR Solution" January 29, 2026 5.0 Overall, our experience with Zoho People has been very positive. It has helped us move away from manual HR processes and spreadsheets and shift to a more structured and organized system. Daily HR tasks are now faster, more accurate, and much easier to manage. It has improved transparency, reduced errors, and saved a lot of administrative time. We are very satisfied with the system and would confidently recommend Zoho People to organizations looking for a reliable and easy-to-use HR solution. Pros What I like most about Zoho People is how simple yet powerful it is. It has made our HR work much easier by bringing everything into one place — attendance, leave, employee records, approvals, and reports. The system is very flexible, and we were able to customize it based on our internal processes, which was a big plus. The interface is clean and easy to understand, even for staff who are not very tech-savvy. Integration with other Zoho products is smooth, which helps us manage operations more efficiently. Their customer support team is also responsive and supportive whenever we need help. Cons The initial setup takes some time, especially when you want to customize workflows properly. There is also a small learning curve at the beginning, but once the team gets used to it, everything becomes smooth. Other than that, we haven’t faced any major issues. Review Source DS Divyansh S. CTO, CFO Hospital & Health Care Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Simple, Efficient, and Employee-Friendly HR Solution" June 20, 2026 5.0 Overall, Zoho People is a reliable and efficient solution for managing workforce operations, especially for teams looking for a user-friendly and hassle-free HR platform. Pros I’ve been using Zoho People for our team, and it has genuinely streamlined our HR processes. One of the biggest advantages is how simple and intuitive the check-in and check-out system is—our employees were able to adapt to it almost instantly without any training. The user interface is clean, well-structured, and very easy to understand, which makes day-to-day usage smooth for everyone. Beyond attendance, it offers a well-rounded set of features for leave management, employee records, and performance tracking. The automation options help reduce manual work, and everything is organized in one place, which saves a lot of time. Cons The admin side of the platform can feel a bit tricky at times. While the employee interface is very intuitive, navigating the admin dashboard and configuring certain settings may require a learning curve initially. Some features aren’t as straightforward as expected, especially when setting up policies or customizing workflows. However, once you get familiar with the system, it becomes more manageable. Review Source JF Jabir F. Manager Computer Networking Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Efficient and User-Friendly HR Management Tool" May 1, 2026 4.0 We have been using Zoho People for managing our team, and it has significantly improved our overall efficiency. The platform is intuitive and easy to navigate, making it simple for both HR teams and employees to use on a daily basis. Features such as attendance tracking, leave management, and employee data management are well-structured and reliable. One of the key strengths is its flexibility and customization, allowing us to adapt workflows according to our business needs. Integration with other Zoho applications also enhances productivity and ensures smooth data flow across functions. While the system is robust, there is room for improvement in advanced reporting and some UI elements, which can be further refined. Overall, Zoho People is a dependable and scalable HR solution suitable for growing organizations looking to streamline their HR processes. Pros Easy to use and implement Strong attendance and leave management features Good integration with Zoho ecosystem Customizable workflows Cons Reporting features can be more advanced Minor UI improvements needed Customer support response time can sometimes be slower during complex issue resolution Review Source kP kishan P. Sr. web developer Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Best web app for the company" July 7, 2026 5.0 It is very good i am using this 1year so it is good for track the time and overall the it is good for the our org. Pros Time tracking so the project tracking is easy in the zoho people to track the project and it is working fine. Cons Need to improve the overall speed of the web pages it take time to load the page and have to simple UI to understand the settings. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Founder E-Learning Used the software for: I used a free trial ### "Zoho People is great for employee, attendance and leave management, best HR solution" March 1, 2026 5.0 Very nice experience with zoho people it's completely smoothened my employee management, attendance and leave management and also task assignment Pros Zoho people is a great and value for money solution to streamline HR process. Also Onboarding, offboarding, is very easy to use. Cons Some functions are hidden so i have to spend more time to search and work on them like leave assigning is more cruicial that how much leave i want to allow to my employee and i can't able to find those functions. Review Source VV Vignesh V. Admin Transportation/Trucking/Railroad Used the software for: I used a free trial ### "Best payroll software in the city!" January 28, 2026 5.0 My overall experience with Zoho People has been very positive. The platform is user-friendly, well-structured, and makes HR processes like employee management, attendance, and leave tracking easy to understand and use. I particularly liked the clean interface and how smoothly different HR modules are integrated. However, since the trial period limits access to some advanced features, I feel additional time would help in exploring its full capabilities and assessing how well it can support our complete HR needs. Pros Very comprehensive and automatically communicates to the various other Zoho HR software, including Recruit, Payroll, Expense and many others Cons One of the things I liked least about Zoho People during the trial was that some advanced features and customization options are limited in the trial version. Because of this, it was a bit difficult to fully explore how the platform would fit into our complete workflow and long-term requirements. With more time or access to the full features, it would be easier to evaluate its full potential and make a confident decision. Review Source JM Jonathan M. COO and EVP Corporate Security Hospital & Health Care Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Reliable HR System for My Growing Organization" November 25, 2025 5.0 Overall, Zoho People has been a solid backbone while we build our company’s internal operations. It takes some setup, but once configured properly it runs smoothly and reliably. We use it daily for onboarding, leave management, document control, and access permissions. Support has been quick to respond when something doesn’t behave as expected. It’s not a flashy platform, but it gets the job done and scales well with a growing team. Pros Zoho People is flexible, which is exactly what I needed while standing up a new HR structure. The leave policies, workflows, and role permissions are easy to customize once you get the hang of them. The Google Workspace integration saves a ton of time and keeps everything centralized. For a smaller org scaling up, it feels like the right balance of capability and control. Cons Some parts of the interface feel dated and a bit buried. A few settings are scattered across different menus, so the learning curve can be steeper than expected. The default automation rules can also be overly aggressive if you don’t tweak them, like the labels pushing too hard. Nothing deal-breaking, just areas that need polish. Review Source LG Likitesh G. COO Marketing and Advertising Used the software for: I used a free trial ### "A feature-rich HRMS that offers great value for money." November 21, 2025 5.0 Overall, Zoho People is a robust HRMS that handles our core HR operations effectively. Once you get past the learning curve of the setup, it becomes a very powerful tool for user account management and automating daily HR tasks. It integrates perfectly with the rest of the Zoho ecosystem. Pros I appreciate the high level of customization. The ability to create custom forms and workflows allows us to tailor the system exactly to our company's needs. The value for money is also excellent compared to other enterprise HR tools. The leave and attendance tracking features are seamless and work well on the mobile app. Cons The initial setup and implementation can be a bit overwhelming because there are so many settings. The user interface (UI) feels slightly outdated in some modules. occasionally, customer support can take a little while to resolve complex technical tickets. Review Source MM Mathew M. Summer Talent Intern Financial Services Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Saves time and makes HR management effortless" December 2, 2025 4.0 Pros Zoho People has saves time and makes hiring process Effortless and you can set automation in onboarding and offboarding. It also reduces errors and makes workflow runs smoothly. Cons Zoho people integrates with a variety of other platforms to make sure the tool works clear with existing tools hence no dislike. Review Source Nishant T. Sr. Analyst Financial Services Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Great employee management tool for people, by people ! " May 26, 2025 5.0 Overall its indeed a great tool for people data management, offering 360 degree services around wide range of HR tasks with highly simple, efficient and customisable software capabilities Pros \- Simple and efficient HRMS platform with a seamless integration capability across Zoho's product ecosystem (Zoho CRM, Zoho Payroll etc) - Enable easy management of HR related tasks like managing attendance, performance, leaves, employee personal and professional data records etc - Cost effective and affordable for all - Customisation are offered according to users need - Self service portal enables employees with easy apply of leaves, checking attendance, updating info in the system, view payslips etc Cons \- Slow responses on queries form support team - Being too simple UI, it can make people feel outdated and less intuitive - Sometime integration with back end or third party tool create a problem Review Source MA Moaath A. general manager Construction Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "More features than you need" June 12, 2026 5.0 Overall I'm satisfied. A lot. It covers the basic needs but I think it needs to be more simplified because this application is being used by engineers, account managers, project managers, and basic laborers without higher education and with very limited knowledge of IT and mobile apps. Pros The value of the money is amazing for the features that you get, like attendance, time tracking, HR letters, leave, etc. The value is nice. Cons Well they have a nice feature called Zoho tasks, Zoho People tasks. It would be nice that it can be synced with Zoho Projects so the field workers and the light users can easily manage their tasks from one app, not two. Review Source VJ Vedant J. Operations Manager Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing Used the software for: I used a free trial ### "ZOHO review" December 11, 2025 5.0 The portal is very good. We are planning on migrating our entire HRMS to this tool. The security is also good. And we are in the process of implementing our hr guidelines here. Pros The features are quite extensive and you can manage all your HR operations from a single, uniform platform. The user account management is quite easy and you can access all the data from one place Cons Facing issues with getting the right documentation or videos to navigate the portal. Other than that everything is good Review Source Sellathurai N. CEO Education Management Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Amazing experience with zoho people " November 7, 2025 5.0 Pros Does everything that a small company needs for a much less price. The customer support is also on point. Cons Does have a bit of a learning curve and a very confusing system to initially setup. i would appreciate if they had better naming strategy for the modules. Review Source ## Send me user reviews about this product ### Fill out the form and we'll send a list of the top-rated software based on real user reviews directly to your inbox. 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