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Overview

Zoho People helps streamline hiring, attendance, and employee records in a single, customizable human resource (HR) system. It's ideal for growing teams that need flexibility. Some advanced features may require configuration, but if your focus is ease, agility, and a better employee experience, this software is a smart, scalable option to consider.

Zoho People Specifications

  • Time Tracking
  • Task Management
  • Reporting
  • Budget Management

Zoho People Features

Employee Database

Consolidate all employee records in a central location to streamline data collection and ensure secure storage. This feature eliminates the need for manual record-keeping, saving time and ensuring accuracy.

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Core HR

Equip HR staff and employees with essential tools for efficient and productive work. Manage administrative tasks such as onboarding, attendance tracking, and leave management, simplifying the process of handling employee records and ensuring compliance.

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Performance Management

Transform your approach to performance evaluations with this feature. Facilitate continuous feedback throughout the year, utilize evaluation modules like KRA and Goals, and customize the appraisal cycle to enhance the evaluation process.

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Corporate LMS

Efficiently manage training programs by developing engaging courses, tracking employee progress, and facilitating the acquisition of new skills. This feature provides a valuable learning experience for employees.

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Self-Service Portal

Empower employees with a portal to view and maintain their records, apply for leave, and submit approvals. This feature reduces the workload of HR staff, saving time and effort.

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Document Management

Centralize and secure HR documents for efficient storage, management, and sharing. Enhance document management efficiency to increase productivity and maintain information consistency.

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Analytics

Utilize the analytics feature to gather meaningful insights about your workforce. Identify bottlenecks and make informed decisions to improve productivity and profitability.

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Pros And Cons of Zoho People

Pros

  • Cross-platform attendance regularization supported

  • Built-in employee performance evaluation tools

  • Highly customizable HRIS with role-based field-level access control

Cons

  • Location-based check-in is unreliable under poor conditions

  • Complex initial setup and configuration for admins

Zoho People Pricing

Essential HR

Professional

Premium

Enterprise

People Plus

  • Employee Onboarding

  • Employee Database Management

  • HR Files management

  • Employee Self-Service

  • Time Off Management

  • Module-based Reports

  • Workflow Management

  • Multi-level Approvals

  • ZIA - AI Bot

  • Office Readiness

  • Essential HR features and

  • Attendance marking via web, mobile, and facial recognition

  • People Kiosk

  • Biometric Integration

  • Shift Scheduling

  • Shift Rotation

  • IP & Geo-Restrictions

  • Overtime Calculation

  • Job Scheduling

  • Time Tracking

  • Professional features and

  • Performance Appraisals

  • KRA and Goals Tracking

  • Skill Set Matrix

  • Self-Appraisals

  • Multi-Rater Review

  • Advanced HR Analytics

  • 360-Degree Feedback

  • Employee Engagement

  • Premium features and

  • Cases (Employee Query Management)

  • Cases SLA Tracking

  • Self and Blended Learning

  • Assessments

  • Course Management

  • Course Feedback

  • Discussion Forum

  • Enterprise features and

  • Zoho Recruit

  • Zoho Payroll - India

  • Zoho Expense

  • Zoho Connect

  • Zoho Cliq

  • Zoho Vault

Disclaimer: The pricing details were last updated on Sep 02, 2026 from the vendor's website. Please contact us for a tailored pricing list.

Zoho People Reviews

Total 47 reviews

4.5

All reviews are from verified customers

Rating Distribution

5

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49%

4

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51%

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ST

Selwyn T.

Human Resources, 1-10 employees

More than a year

4.0
January 2026

“No technical skills needed to get started”

Pros

From my experience no technical background was needed to get started. The way features are arranged makes sense to me and moving from one task to another feels natural.

Cons

When I tried to subscribe from overseas it proved rather awkward I couldn't complete payment with international cards unless I was physically located in the country where the license was issued.

Rating Distribution

Ease of use

8

Value for money

9

Customer Support

8

Functionality

8

CS

Chirag S.

Computer Hardware, 1-10 employees

Less than 6 months

4.0
January 2026

“Budget-friendly and startup-ready”

Pros

As a startup this solution fits us well because it doesn't strain our budget. I feel it supports growing companies nicely and works across both service-based and product-focused teams.

Cons

I find the initial setup a little overwhelming and think an integrated help module would really benefit smaller teams trying to get the software configured since I've noticed it can occasionally be glitchy during everyday use.

Rating Distribution

Ease of use

8

Value for money

8

Customer Support

7

Functionality

8

AA

Aleshio A.

Information Technology and Services, 11-50 employees

Free Trial

4.0
January 2026

“High workflow control with clean layout”

Pros

What stands out to me is how much control I have over workflows. Attendance and leave tracking feel easy to manage, the layout looks clean and connections with other tools work well for my needs.

Cons

For me pricing can feel steep for small teams, there's often a learning curve for advanced features and the mobile app could be more simple.

Rating Distribution

Ease of use

8

Value for money

10

Customer Support

10

Functionality

8

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Zoho People offer an API?

Yes, API access is available.

What language does Zoho People support?

It supports English, Spanish, French, Arabic, Chinese (Simplified), Dutch, Portuguese, German, Italian, Korean, Russian, Turkish, and Swedish.

What other apps does Zoho People integrate with?

Zoho People integrates with various applications like Zapier, Microsoft Teams, QuickBooks, Xoxoday, greytHR, Docusign, Vantage Circle, and G Suite.

Does Zoho People support mobile devices?

The software supports mobile devices.

What types of pricing plans does Zoho People offer?

The software offers a variety of pricing plans to cater to different organizational needs. These include the Essential HR plan at $1.50/user, the Professional plan at $2.50/user, the Premium plan at $3.50/user, the Enterprise plan at $5/user, and the People Plus plan at $10/user. Request for a custom Zoho People price.

Who are the typical users of Zoho People?

Zoho People is a versatile HR tool suitable for businesses of all sizes, from small to large. It’s applicable across various industries, such as manufacturing, IT, retail, and healthcare.

What level of support does Zoho People offer?

Zoho People provides support through a variety of channels, including a frequently asked questions section and forum, a knowledge base, an email help desk, and chat support.

How can Zoho People help with attendance management in a growing business?

Zoho People offers a robust attendance management system that is ideal for growing businesses. It lets you track employee attendance, manage time sheets, and ensure accurate payroll processing.

How does Zoho People streamline HR operations?

Zoho People is a comprehensive HR management computer software that streamlines HR operations. It automates various HR tasks, making managing employee data easier, tracking work hours, and conducting performance reviews.