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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (74.2% of reviews)
Small-Business (84.3% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
£22.00 Per Month
No pricing available
Breathe
Star Rating
(606)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (74.2% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
£22.00 Per Month
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Star Rating
(106)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (84.3% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Breathe excels in overall user satisfaction, reflected in its higher G2 Score compared to BrightHR. Users appreciate its user-friendly interface, noting that it streamlines HR processes and saves time on admin tasks.
- According to verified reviews, Breathe's ability to keep all employee records in one place is a standout feature, making it easier to track holidays and sickness. This functionality is particularly praised for its intuitive design, which even non-tech-savvy users find accessible.
- Users say that BrightHR simplifies day-to-day workload management, with features that consolidate absence requests, training, and other HR tasks into one platform. This centralization is highlighted as a significant benefit for small businesses looking to enhance efficiency.
- Reviewers mention that while BrightHR has a slightly lower overall satisfaction score, its customer support is a strong point, with users praising the helpfulness and patience of support staff, particularly in onboarding and troubleshooting.
- G2 reviewers highlight that Breathe's recent feedback indicates a lack of new reviews, which may suggest a need for ongoing engagement with its user base. In contrast, BrightHR has received recent positive feedback, indicating active user interaction and satisfaction.
- Users report that both platforms have their strengths, with Breathe being noted for its comprehensive HR functionalities and BrightHR for its effective support and ease of use. However, Breathe's higher ratings in areas like product direction and ease of admin suggest it may be a better long-term partner for businesses looking to grow.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Breathe
Core HR Micro (1-10 employees)
£22.00
Per Month
Discount available on an annual subscription. Price per organisation not per user.
- Core HR
BrightHR
No pricing availableFree Trial
Breathe
Free Trial is available
BrightHR
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
8.5
526
8.3
69
Ease of Use
8.8
530
8.6
70
Ease of Setup
8.5
399
8.6
57
Ease of Admin
8.7
409
8.6
53
Quality of Support
8.5
419
8.8
64
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.7
369
8.5
51
Product Direction (% positive)
8.9
504
7.7
72
Features by Category
Core HR
8.4
344
8.1
51
8.0
291
8.4
53
6.5
228
7.1
38
Feature Not Available
7.1
38
7.6
265
7.9
42
7.2
232
7.4
41
Generative AI
6.9
89
7.6
15
Platform
Feature Not Available
6.7
36
6.3
216
7.2
26
Feature Not Available
7.1
27
8.1
336
8.2
37
8.2
317
7.6
34
7.6
272
8.1
35
7.6
315
7.9
37
8.3
343
8.1
38
Automation
7.7
93
Not enough data
Logistics
8.1
117
Not enough data
7.8
110
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Management
7.2
90
Not enough data
7.6
96
Not enough data
8.7
120
Not enough data
8.4
119
Not enough data
8.3
117
Not enough data
8.5
122
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Monitoring
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.2
90
Not enough data
Platform Basics
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.4
291
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.4
275
Not enough data
Platform Functionality
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.7
243
Not enough data
Platform Data
7.9
270
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.9
263
Not enough data
8.1
277
Not enough data
Platform Basics
8.0
71
Not enough data
8.8
85
Not enough data
8.5
81
Not enough data
Platform Content
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Platform Additional Functionality
7.4
55
Not enough data
8.0
64
Not enough data
7.5
54
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.0
71
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Time Tracking
7.9
34
Not enough data
7.7
29
Not enough data
7.4
26
Not enough data
Client Invoicing
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Mobile Time Tracking
7.8
31
Not enough data
Administration
7.3
27
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.9
42
Not enough data
Platform
7.9
38
Not enough data
7.3
24
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.4
36
Not enough data
8.4
31
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Platform
Feature Not Available
6.7
36
6.3
216
7.2
26
Feature Not Available
7.1
27
8.1
336
8.2
37
8.2
317
7.6
34
7.6
272
8.1
35
7.6
315
7.9
37
8.3
343
8.1
38
Workforce Management Platform Features
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
6.8
92
Not enough data
7.6
112
Not enough data
8.9
157
Not enough data
7.5
119
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.2
126
Not enough data
6.8
89
Not enough data
7.3
119
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Breathe and BrightHR are categorized as Core HR
Unique Categories
Breathe is categorized as Absence Management, Time & Attendance, Employee Scheduling, Time Tracking, Workforce Management, and HCM Software
BrightHR has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Breathe
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
BrightHR
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Non-Profit Organization Management
8.9%
Construction
5.7%
Marketing and Advertising
5.0%
Human Resources
4.9%
Information Technology and Services
4.4%
Other
71.1%
Hospital & Health Care
8.0%
Retail
6.0%
Hospitality
6.0%
Construction
6.0%
Non-Profit Organization Management
5.0%
Other
69.0%
Discussions
Is there a BreatheHR app?
2 Comments
LG
Yes, there is a mobile app for BreatheHR
Apple app store: https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/breathe-people-portal/id1577351838
Android Google Play store:...Read more
How do i update the company branding in the top left of the platform?
1 Comment
CS
Hi Ryan, Only admins in the account can update company records if you are an admin then simply go to Configure > Settings > Details > Edit (pencil icon)....Read more
Admin Resetting user's Passwords
1 Comment
Official Response from Breathe
Hi Ed,
As the Admin you can reset a user's password by heading to the employee's profile > user access > reset. You can also do this from the 'Reset...Read more
BrightHR has no discussions with answers
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