Calamari HR Software Reviews

“easy setup but missing features”

Pros

For me, it's very user friendly and it was simple to set up and manage. There was no complicated onboarding process.

Cons

It's frustrating that some features we used to have are now separate and cost extra. also, the workforce management part for tracking breaks and lunches feels a bit basic compared to what other similar apps offer.

“Highly adaptable with clear calendar”

Pros

There are so many possibilities to adapt it to our specific needs. Plus, the internal calendar on the tool is really good and easy to understand at a quick look.

Cons

It should integrate better with google Calendar, especially for seeing team schedules and setting up part-time workers.

“complex multi-country setup”

Pros

I find it mostly easy to use but if I'm being honest, the reporting functionality isn't as simple as I wish it could be. It gets the job done but there's room for improvement there.

Cons

It's too difficult to set up the software for employees in different countries.

“Slack integration is a lifesaver”

Pros

Managing time off used to be such a pain for our small business, all those administrative tasks were driving me crazy. Setting this up was very simple and the Slack integration is fantastic since everyone can request time off, get approvals and see when teammates will be out. The automatic balance updates throughout the year are a lifesaver and I love that it handles the year-end reset without me having to remember anything.

Cons

I can't really think of anything negative to say about it.

“Powerful tool but needs polish”

Pros

Our HR team relies on this for managing vacations, sick days and employee leave across multiple countries, Serbia, BiH, and Jordan. The online platform is interactive and the per-user pricing works well for our distributed workforce. We use it daily and depend on its data for service invoicing. It's great for tracking entitlements and vacation patterns. Recently integrated it through API automation for monthly invoice generation. Documentation is excellent with clear step-by-step guides, so we rarely need support. When we did reach out, the team was fantastic. Setup was surprisingly quick, had our teams configured in just a few hours.

Cons

The mobile app works but could use some polish. Communication about outages or maintenance could be better though to be fair, we've only had one or two incidents since January 2022 and they were resolved quickly without affecting our daily operations.

“Fantastic support, eager for more”

Pros

The customer support here is quick and efficient. Agnieszka in particular has been absolutely fantastic and honestly the best support experience I've had with any software. She's always ready to help and somehow finds solutions to every issue, whether it's real or just something I'm imagining :)

Cons

The functionality feels pretty limited right now and there's quite a few features I wish were available but just arent there yet.

“feature-rich interface”

Pros

The interface is incredibly smooth and it includes every feature our team requires for daily operations.

Cons

lack of an API is really frustrating when you need to integrate with other systems.

“Makes HR easy & has every tool needed”

Pros

One thing I really appreciate is the online HR functionality as it aligns managing our workforce and it includes useful time-tracking tools that also make scheduling simple

Cons

I haven't experienced any malfunctions it seems to include every feature I need.

“Intuitive interface”

Pros

My experience with Calamari.io as a user has been overwhelmingly positive thanks to its intuitive interface and seamless integration capabilities.

Cons

Theres a glitch in the mobile app when starting/stopping a clock.

“Best option for leave request for small firms in Poland”

Pros

Its user-friendly reasonably priced and complies with Polish regulations.

Cons

Enhancements to integrations with other tools (n8n Zapier make.com etc.) reports and exports could be more robust and adaptable.

“Good System”

Pros

It efficiently monitors our time vacation and sick leave.

Cons

Locating people who clock in isnt immediately obvious.

“Recomend. Practical to use for employees and managers.”

Pros

Everyone can easily track current holidays sickness remote work status and office presence.

Cons

I find it challenging to distinguish between work online and holiday icons. they should have different visuals.

“Calamari for Office Efficiency”

Pros

Calamari provides excellent accessibility for all staff. The ability to request and approve sick days or time off via mobile phone is a fantastic feature.

Cons

Itd be preferable if administrators and HR roles didnt count as seats if they arent being utilized in the system. We solely use it for administrative purposes.

“Straightforward People Management”

Pros

Excellent time tracking punch card and other features. PTO tracking is particularly valuable.

Cons

Certain setups or configurations like PTO accruals are more intricate than necessary.

“game changer :)”

Pros

As a small IT company aiming to modernize all our applications due to our flexible work arrangements having requests entitlements and time management consolidated in one place is invaluable. Calamari notifications on Slack have become indispensable enhancing our work-life balance )

Cons

At first the interface felt a bit clumsy but the Calamari team actively seeks feedback and has made significant strides in the past year. They inquire about enhancements and swiftly put them into action!

“Very easy and cost effective solution for Absence Management”

Pros

Customizing settings for each employee is straightforward and the cost is reasonable.

Cons

At times I notice glitches where Entitlement defaults to the previous year inexplicably.

“Best customer service”

Pros

The customer service is exceptional and the admins are always eager to assist.

Cons

I have no complaints. Even if something isnt functioning or lacks a desired feature we can always rely on the Admin team.

“Great Customer Servcie”

Pros

[Sensitive content hidden]! Shes been amazing since my first inquiry about Calamari up until now two years later. Shes incredibly responsive and helpful with any questions or assistance we need. The system is extremely user-friendly and our entire team appreciates the platform.

Cons

Not specified. Honestly its cost-effective user-friendly and seamlessly integrates with Microsoft Office. There are absolutely no downsides!

“Good Product for Trackign Employee time worked and time off schedules”

Pros

The product offers great flexibility in setup options.

Cons

While its incredibly adaptable setting it up can be challenging. Sometimes getting assistance after the initial setup proves to be a hurdle for me.

“Fast and simple”

Pros

Its simplicity and range of options along with excellent customer service support make it a perfect fit for our requirements.

Cons

There are limited options for personalizing the appearance.