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At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (74.3% of reviews)
Enterprise (55.9% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
No pricing available
Paycor
Star Rating
(1,273)3.9 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (74.3% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about PaycoriCIMS
Star Rating
(988)4.2 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (55.9% 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 iCIMS excels in its applicant tracking capabilities, with users praising its user-friendly interface and seamless automation between candidate stages and reference checks, allowing for quick turnaround times in the hiring process.
- Users say that Paycor stands out for its centralized features, making it easy to manage various HR functions like time-off requests and direct deposit changes all in one place, which enhances overall efficiency for HR teams.
- Reviewers mention that while iCIMS has a strong focus on enterprise-level solutions, it may not cater as effectively to mid-market needs, which is where Paycor shines, particularly with its tailored features for mid-sized businesses.
- According to verified reviews, Paycor's mobile app is a significant advantage, providing users with easy employee self-service options, which many find essential for managing HR tasks on the go.
- G2 reviewers highlight that iCIMS has a robust support system, with users noting that the customer care team is responsive and effective in resolving issues, contributing to a more positive overall experience.
- Users express that while both platforms are generally user-friendly, Paycor edges out slightly in terms of ease of use, with many users appreciating the intuitive design and reliable resources available for assistance.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Paycor
No pricing availableiCIMS
No pricing availableFree Trial
Paycor
Free Trial is available
iCIMS
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
8.3
1,021
8.5
867
Ease of Use
8.4
1,059
8.2
881
Ease of Setup
7.7
670
7.8
533
Ease of Admin
7.9
557
8.1
524
Quality of Support
7.5
885
8.1
805
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
7.7
568
8.4
516
Product Direction (% positive)
7.4
1,029
8.4
855
Features by Category
Core HR
7.5
214
Not enough data
7.6
222
Not enough data
5.9
118
Not enough data
7.0
168
Not enough data
7.5
194
Not enough data
7.3
205
Not enough data
Generative AI
5.7
41
Not enough data
Platform
6.9
500
7.9
477
|
Verified
7.0
410
7.6
369
|
Verified
6.7
234
7.4
298
|
Verified
7.6
517
8.2
489
|
Verified
7.8
510
8.3
482
|
Verified
7.6
451
7.0
375
|
Verified
7.3
504
8.0
486
|
Verified
7.9
509
8.3
496
|
Verified
Employee Self Service
8.5
442
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.6
398
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.8
409
|
Verified
Not enough data
Administration
8.4
438
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
423
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.1
442
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.3
320
Not enough data
8.4
431
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
402
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
391
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
404
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
405
|
Verified
Not enough data
Taxes
8.1
426
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
414
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.8
406
|
Verified
Not enough data
Integration
7.2
326
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.8
357
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.2
322
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.6
324
|
Verified
Not enough data
Platform
7.7
401
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.8
405
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.8
400
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.0
374
|
Verified
Not enough data
Benefits Administration Platform Features
7.7
234
Not enough data
7.6
217
Not enough data
6.8
188
Not enough data
7.8
222
Not enough data
7.4
142
Not enough data
8.1
229
Not enough data
7.7
205
Not enough data
7.3
151
Not enough data
Benefits Administration Platform Features
7.7
234
Not enough data
7.6
217
Not enough data
6.8
188
Not enough data
7.8
222
Not enough data
7.4
142
Not enough data
8.1
229
Not enough data
7.7
205
Not enough data
7.4
116
Not enough data
7.3
151
Not enough data
7.0
159
Not enough data
6.3
92
Not enough data
7.4
101
Not enough data
Generative AI
5.8
33
Not enough data
5.6
34
Not enough data
5.5
34
Not enough data
Platform
6.9
500
7.9
477
|
Verified
7.0
410
7.6
369
|
Verified
6.7
234
7.4
298
|
Verified
7.6
517
8.2
489
|
Verified
7.8
510
8.3
482
|
Verified
7.6
451
7.0
375
|
Verified
7.3
504
8.0
486
|
Verified
7.9
509
8.3
496
|
Verified
Automation
7.7
279
Not enough data
Logistics
7.5
288
Not enough data
7.6
278
Not enough data
7.6
250
Not enough data
Management
7.3
256
Not enough data
7.6
260
Not enough data
7.7
279
Not enough data
7.9
292
Not enough data
7.8
289
Not enough data
8.5
293
Not enough data
7.9
275
Not enough data
Monitoring
7.7
266
Not enough data
7.7
270
Not enough data
7.6
260
Not enough data
Workflow Automation
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Compliance
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Verification
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Document Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Basics
9.2
10
Not enough data
9.0
10
Not enough data
8.6
11
Not enough data
Content
9.0
10
Not enough data
9.0
10
Not enough data
9.0
10
Not enough data
Logistics
9.0
10
Not enough data
9.2
10
Not enough data
Recruiting and Onboarding
9.1
108
8.4
403
|
Verified
Platform
6.9
500
7.9
477
|
Verified
7.0
410
7.6
369
|
Verified
6.7
234
7.4
298
|
Verified
7.6
517
8.2
489
|
Verified
7.8
510
8.3
482
|
Verified
7.6
451
7.0
375
|
Verified
7.3
504
8.0
486
|
Verified
7.9
509
8.3
496
|
Verified
Platform Basics
7.8
59
Not enough data
8.3
60
Not enough data
8.0
58
Not enough data
8.6
60
Not enough data
Platform Functionality
8.1
57
Not enough data
8.2
58
Not enough data
Platform Data
8.0
60
Not enough data
8.2
59
Not enough data
8.0
59
Not enough data
8.0
59
Not enough data
Basics
Not enough data
7.7
120
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.8
114
Additional Functionality
Not enough data
7.7
118
Not enough data
7.8
98
Not enough data
6.6
102
Content
Not enough data
7.3
105
Not enough data
7.2
101
Recruiting and Onboarding
Not enough data
7.8
443
|
Verified
7.7
216
7.5
427
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
484
|
Verified
Platform
6.9
500
7.9
477
|
Verified
7.0
410
7.6
369
|
Verified
6.7
234
7.4
298
|
Verified
7.6
517
8.2
489
|
Verified
7.8
510
8.3
482
|
Verified
7.6
451
7.0
375
|
Verified
7.3
504
8.0
486
|
Verified
7.9
509
8.3
496
|
Verified
Platform Basics
8.9
6
Not enough data
8.0
5
Not enough data
9.0
5
Not enough data
Platform Performance
9.3
5
Not enough data
9.0
5
Not enough data
Platform Functionality
9.0
5
Not enough data
9.0
5
Not enough data
9.3
5
Not enough data
Platform Additional Functionality
Not enough data
Not enough data
8.7
5
Not enough data
8.7
5
Not enough data
Generative AI
6.7
5
Not enough data
Training & eLearning
7.7
59
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.1
57
Not enough data
8.1
57
Not enough data
Platform Functionality
Not enough data
7.8
443
|
Verified
9.1
108
8.4
403
|
Verified
7.7
216
7.5
427
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
484
|
Verified
Agentic AI - Recruiting Automation
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Platform
6.9
500
7.9
477
|
Verified
7.0
410
7.6
369
|
Verified
6.7
234
7.4
298
|
Verified
7.6
517
8.2
489
|
Verified
7.8
510
8.3
482
|
Verified
7.6
451
7.0
375
|
Verified
7.3
504
8.0
486
|
Verified
7.9
509
8.3
496
|
Verified
Operations
8.0
46
6.9
19
8.1
44
8.5
20
8.0
46
7.2
16
8.0
46
7.9
22
7.5
43
7.5
19
Platform Content
Not enough data
9.1
31
Not enough data
9.3
29
Not enough data
9.1
34
Platform Basics
Not enough data
8.9
32
Not enough data
8.4
20
Not enough data
9.3
34
Platform Additional Functionality
Not enough data
6.7
15
Not enough data
8.8
23
Not enough data
9.1
30
Not enough data
8.6
27
Platform Data
Not enough data
8.9
29
Not enough data
9.0
30
Not enough data
9.2
35
Not enough data
9.1
15
Performance reviews
7.8
84
Not enough data
7.9
91
Not enough data
8.1
94
Not enough data
Goals
8.0
95
Not enough data
8.1
86
Not enough data
Feedback
7.8
91
Not enough data
7.8
87
Not enough data
7.9
91
Not enough data
8.2
90
Not enough data
Data
8.0
91
Not enough data
7.9
87
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Performance Management
6.7
14
Not enough data
6.4
14
Not enough data
Planning
Not enough data
6.0
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Event Experience
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Administration
Not enough data
6.9
7
Not enough data
7.6
7
Career pathing
Not enough data
7.6
17
Not enough data
6.0
15
Opportunity matching
Not enough data
6.9
15
Not enough data
6.6
15
Analytics and integrations
Not enough data
7.3
15
Not enough data
7.2
17
Not enough data
7.7
17
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generative AI
6.3
30
5.7
12
Recruitment Platform - Recruitment Platforms
8.2
16
Not enough data
7.6
15
Not enough data
7.2
15
Not enough data
7.3
16
Not enough data
7.0
15
Not enough data
7.4
15
Not enough data
Recruitment AI - Recruitment Platforms
6.8
15
Not enough data
6.4
15
Not enough data
7.2
15
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Recruitment Platforms
6.2
13
Feature Not Available
6.2
13
Not enough data
6.2
13
Feature Not Available
Resource Planning - Workforce Planning
8.0
9
Not enough data
8.5
9
Not enough data
8.1
9
Not enough data
8.1
9
Not enough data
Human Resources - Workforce Planning
8.1
9
Not enough data
7.4
9
Not enough data
8.0
9
Not enough data
8.1
9
Not enough data
Platform - Compensation Planning
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Additional Features - Compensation Planning
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)
4.8
8
Feature Not Available
4.8
8
Feature Not Available
5.0
8
Feature Not Available
Sourcing
7.7
197
7.7
349
7.9
190
7.7
337
6.9
9
Not enough data
8.1
9
7.0
5
6.7
9
7.0
5
Candidate Management - Applicant Tracking System
7.7
167
7.6
283
7.8
9
8.3
6
8.1
9
8.1
6
6.5
9
7.0
5
6.5
9
4.0
5
7.2
9
Not enough data
6.1
9
8.0
5
Platform
6.9
500
7.9
477
|
Verified
7.0
410
7.6
369
|
Verified
6.7
234
7.4
298
|
Verified
7.6
517
8.2
489
|
Verified
7.8
510
8.3
482
|
Verified
7.6
451
7.0
375
|
Verified
7.3
504
8.0
486
|
Verified
7.9
509
8.3
496
|
Verified
AI - Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)
5.2
8
Not enough data
5.2
8
Not enough data
5.2
8
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Onboarding
6.1
21
Feature Not Available
6.2
21
Feature Not Available
6.0
22
Feature Not Available
6.1
22
Feature Not Available
6.2
22
Feature Not Available
Platform Content
7.3
220
8.1
154
7.4
210
8.1
147
7.9
215
8.4
148
6.8
159
7.8
129
6.9
133
8.4
140
6.8
130
8.4
145
Platform Additional Functionality
8.0
238
7.9
141
Feature Not Available
6.8
95
7.2
169
6.9
96
7.8
207
8.0
145
7.8
220
7.9
144
Platform Data
6.9
164
7.4
121
7.2
146
7.6
135
7.3
163
7.8
126
Platform
6.9
500
7.9
477
|
Verified
7.0
410
7.6
369
|
Verified
6.7
234
7.4
298
|
Verified
7.6
517
8.2
489
|
Verified
7.8
510
8.3
482
|
Verified
7.6
451
7.0
375
|
Verified
7.3
504
8.0
486
|
Verified
7.9
509
8.3
496
|
Verified
Recruiting and Onboarding
7.7
216
7.5
427
|
Verified
8.1
235
8.2
320
Course Authoring
7.7
57
Not enough data
7.5
52
Not enough data
7.7
55
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Course Delivery
7.6
62
Not enough data
8.0
61
Not enough data
7.5
54
Not enough data
Course Management
6.8
44
Not enough data
7.5
54
Not enough data
7.7
50
Not enough data
7.8
56
Not enough data
LMS Marketplace
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.4
46
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Interface
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
6.9
42
Not enough data
Training & eLearning
7.9
49
Not enough data
7.7
59
Not enough data
7.9
53
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.1
57
Not enough data
8.1
57
Not enough data
8.0
52
Not enough data
Generative AI
5.8
16
Not enough data
5.8
16
Not enough data
5.8
16
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Corporate Learning Management Systems
6.7
8
Not enough data
6.7
8
Not enough data
Platform Basics
7.5
72
Not enough data
7.9
72
Not enough data
7.3
73
Not enough data
Platform Content
7.3
75
Not enough data
7.2
73
Not enough data
7.3
75
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Platform Additional Functionality
7.6
71
Not enough data
7.3
75
Not enough data
7.9
77
Not enough data
7.2
75
Not enough data
Platform
6.9
500
7.9
477
|
Verified
7.0
410
7.6
369
|
Verified
6.7
234
7.4
298
|
Verified
7.6
517
8.2
489
|
Verified
7.8
510
8.3
482
|
Verified
7.6
451
7.0
375
|
Verified
7.3
504
8.0
486
|
Verified
7.9
509
8.3
496
|
Verified
Platform Basics
6.7
42
7.6
33
|
Verified
7.3
47
|
Verified
7.7
35
|
Verified
7.2
44
|
Verified
7.2
35
|
Verified
Platform Content
6.9
41
|
Verified
6.8
31
|
Verified
7.2
39
|
Verified
6.9
37
|
Verified
7.3
41
|
Verified
7.1
35
|
Verified
6.7
40
|
Verified
6.5
34
|
Verified
Platform Performance
7.3
48
|
Verified
7.4
36
|
Verified
6.6
40
|
Verified
7.1
32
|
Verified
7.4
47
|
Verified
7.5
35
|
Verified
Platform Additional Functionality
7.5
50
|
Verified
7.9
36
|
Verified
7.4
49
|
Verified
6.2
33
|
Verified
Platform
6.9
500
7.9
477
|
Verified
7.0
410
7.6
369
|
Verified
6.7
234
7.4
298
|
Verified
7.6
517
8.2
489
|
Verified
7.8
510
8.3
482
|
Verified
7.6
451
7.0
375
|
Verified
7.3
504
8.0
486
|
Verified
7.9
509
8.3
496
|
Verified
Platform
6.9
500
7.9
477
|
Verified
7.0
410
7.6
369
|
Verified
6.7
234
7.4
298
|
Verified
7.6
517
8.2
489
|
Verified
7.8
510
8.3
482
|
Verified
7.6
451
7.0
375
|
Verified
7.3
504
8.0
486
|
Verified
7.9
509
8.3
496
|
Verified
Workforce Management Platform Features
6.7
61
Not enough data
7.4
93
Not enough data
8.1
127
Not enough data
7.9
126
Not enough data
7.4
94
Not enough data
7.1
39
Not enough data
7.3
105
Not enough data
8.0
126
Not enough data
7.2
61
Not enough data
7.5
99
Not enough data
Platform
6.9
500
7.9
477
|
Verified
7.0
410
7.6
369
|
Verified
6.7
234
7.4
298
|
Verified
7.6
517
8.2
489
|
Verified
7.8
510
8.3
482
|
Verified
7.6
451
7.0
375
|
Verified
7.3
504
8.0
486
|
Verified
7.9
509
8.3
496
|
Verified
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Paycor and iCIMS are categorized as Recruitment Platforms, Healthcare HR, Onboarding, Recruitment Marketing, and Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)
Unique Categories
Paycor is categorized as HCM Software, Performance Management, Workforce Planning, Contractor Management, Job Description Management, Absence Management, Time & Attendance, Training Management Systems, Employee Engagement, Benefits Administration, Corporate Learning Management Systems, Core HR, Workforce Management, Payroll, and Compensation Planning
iCIMS is categorized as Talent Marketplace Platforms, Virtual Career Fair Platforms, Candidate Relationship Management, Recruiting Automation, Reference Check, and Health Care Credentialing
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Paycor
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
iCIMS
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
Hospital & Health Care
7.1%
Non-Profit Organization Management
6.4%
Manufacturing
5.0%
Computer Software
4.7%
Information Technology and Services
3.4%
Other
73.6%
Hospital & Health Care
17.2%
Information Technology and Services
6.7%
Staffing and Recruiting
5.4%
Human Resources
4.1%
Higher Education
3.4%
Other
63.2%
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What is paycor?
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ML
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Can we go back to a Dedicated Customer Service Rep?
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KA
This would be a huge benefit from my perspective. Every time we call with question, it would be helpful to get someone who knows us.Read more
Does SkillSurvey Reference allow for ratings of job skills?
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Official Response from iCIMS SkillSurvey Reference
Our Pre-Hire 360 workflow is designed to help understand the “soft skills” a candidate has which include the specific behaviors that are required to be...Read more
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You can reach our customer service team at support@skillsurvey.com with any questions. Due to the confidential nature of our process and the specific surveys...Read more
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