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DarwinBox vs Zoho People Plus comparison

DarwinBox and Zoho are both solutions in the Cloud HCM category. DarwinBox is ranked #10 with an average rating of 5.7, while Zoho is ranked #18 with an average rating of 8.0. DarwinBox holds a 3.4% mindshare in CHCM, compared to Zoho’s 0.7% mindshare. Additionally, 75% of DarwinBox users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of Zoho users who would recommend it.
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75% willing to recommend
Zoho People Plus
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100% willing to recommend
 

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We performed a comparison between DarwinBox and Zoho People Plus based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

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Categories and Ranking

DarwinBox
Ranking in Cloud HCM
10th
Average Rating
6.6
Reviews Sentiment
6.5
Number of Reviews
4
Ranking in other categories
Talent Management (11th), HR Analytics Software (6th), Talent Acquisition (9th)
Zoho People Plus
Ranking in Cloud HCM
18th
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
4.4
Number of Reviews
3
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of October 2025, in the Cloud HCM category, the mindshare of DarwinBox is 3.4%, up from 2.5% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Zoho People Plus is 0.7%, up from 0.5% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Cloud HCM Market Share Distribution
ProductMarket Share (%)
DarwinBox3.4%
Zoho People Plus0.7%
Other95.9%
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Featured Reviews

SHANOOPCHATHOTH PARAMBIL - PeerSpot reviewer
Enhancing attendance and leave management but needs better performance customization
Our primary use case for DarwinBox includes managing attendance, payroll-related tasks, and employee appraisal cycles DarwinBox has provided a significant return on investment for our finance team. Managing payroll and attendance manually would require more team members, so using DarwinBox…
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Vertika Srivastava - PeerSpot reviewer
Has required customization been difficult to implement and user experience remains a concern
We are quite satisfied with Odoo. We are able to add modules or apps whatever we require based on our company's requirements on our own. I find Odoo being more user-friendly, and making changes there is more accessible. Being Odoo partners allows us to make changes. In Zoho People Plus, we were just on a subscription basis, so it was not possible to make any changes based on the company's requirements, which made it a little difficult. As far as security or anything else is concerned, Zoho People Plus was also good, and many companies use it. We find Odoo a little better and user-friendly compared to Zoho People Plus. For time tracking, we were using Clockify, and we were using Jira and other products. Time tracking in Odoo is much more convenient and user-friendly compared to Zoho People Plus. We decided to switch because it was not very compatible with our system. Our employees were not comfortable. It was not as user-friendly as Odoo is. We became Odoo partners, which made it a better shift from Zoho People Plus.
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Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Pros

"In our company, we use DarwinBox to maintain the data of our employees and for recruitment purposes."
"The solution that we used previously was very complex. As a result, without referring to the manuals and consulting an expert, it was difficult for a newly hired employee to navigate the platform. However, this is not the case with Darwinbox. It has a very intuitive user interface, and anyone can use it and implement it without having to use a guide or a walk through process. It's very simple."
"The leave-related modules are comprehensive, offering built-in functionalities for optional leaves."
"The most valuable features of the solution are organogram and position-based mapping."
"The most valuable feature of the solution is its analytics part."
"Zoho People has valuable features like simplicity in use and ease of configuration."
"We are quite satisfied with Odoo; we are able to add modules or apps whatever we require based on our company's requirements on our own."
 

Cons

"The solution's API integration with third-party applications should be improved."
"DarwinBox is not a stable solution...DarwinBox is not a scalable solution."
"Like most software, it has a base version, the vanilla, out-of-the-box version, and customization is required to match it to the unique processes of each company. The Darwinbox team seems to be having difficulty with the customization process. They have to be a little more mature to customize it as per every company's need."
"Customization in performance management is cumbersome."
"The only challenge is if you are a European business based in Asia and you want to have your data on an EU server, it is a nightmare."
"There is also a need to improve the accessibility of historical employee data, making it as seamless as some other systems."
"We decided to switch because it was not very compatible with our system. Our employees were not comfortable."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"My company makes some yearly payments towards the licensing costs attached to DarwinBox."
"Compared with SuccessFactors, there is no major difference in DarwinBox's cost."
"Zoho People Plus has a very competitive pricing model. The pricing part is tier-based, and it is eight Euros per user."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Comms Service Provider
13%
Computer Software Company
11%
Manufacturing Company
10%
Financial Services Firm
8%
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Company Size

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Small Business
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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about DarwinBox?
The most valuable features of the solution are organogram and position-based mapping.
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What needs improvement with DarwinBox?
Customization in performance management is cumbersome. Processes like six-month appraisals lack easy configurations, and any significant customization requires working with vendors.
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What is your primary use case for DarwinBox?
Our primary use case for DarwinBox includes managing attendance, payroll-related tasks, and employee appraisal cycles.
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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Zoho People Plus?
The pricing is in tune with what the market is.
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What needs improvement with Zoho People Plus?
Enrichment of current features by adding more functionality would be beneficial. There is also a need to improve the accessibility of historical employee data, making it as seamless as some other s...
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What is your primary use case for Zoho People Plus?
I use Zoho People for managing the entire end-to-end HR activities. I have experience as a Zoho configurator and a power user. My use case involves the services industry, primarily IT services and ...
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Overview

Darwinbox is a cloud-based, feature-rich human resources management system that emphasizes on usability and data protection. ... The software unifies all your HR processes, enabling you to be on top of your employees' whole lifecycle with a centralized, singular platform.

DarwinBox

Zoho People Plus is a comprehensive HR management suite designed to streamline various HR functions and improve workforce productivity.

Zoho People Plus offers an integrated platform for employee management, combining HR processes, performance management, and collaboration tools. It supports comprehensive use cases including onboarding, attendance tracking, and payroll processing. Users appreciate its ability to automate repetitive tasks, reduce manual errors, and promote employee engagement. While it provides a robust set of features, users indicate a need for enhancements in reporting and analytics capabilities.

What are the key features of Zoho People Plus?
  • Employee Database: Centralized storage for employee records for easy access.
  • Performance Management: Tools for setting goals and appraisals to track employee progress.
  • Time and Attendance: Streamlined methods to manage working hours and leaves.
  • Payroll Automation: Simplified payroll processes integrating with attendance and other HR systems.
  • Self-Service Portal: Empowers employees with access to their data and HR functions.
What ROI outcomes can be found in reviews?
  • Increased Efficiency: Automation leads to reduced admin workload and error rates.
  • Enhanced Employee Satisfaction: Better tools for performance tracking and feedback.
  • Cost Savings: Integrations reduce the need for multiple third-party tools.

In industries such as IT, manufacturing, and education, Zoho People Plus aids in adherence to compliance requirements and efficient workforce management. Its flexibility allows adaptation to industry-specific needs, making it a reliable choice for diverse organizational environments.

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Sample Customers

Myntra, GVK BIO, Bisleri, Times Internet, Delhivery, Aarti
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