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HiBob vs SAP HCM comparison

 

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Executive Summary

Review summaries and opinions

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

Categories and Ranking

HiBob
Ranking in Benefits Administration
12th
Ranking in Talent Management
17th
Ranking in Cloud HCM
13th
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
8.3
Number of Reviews
1
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
SAP HCM
Ranking in Benefits Administration
5th
Ranking in Talent Management
4th
Ranking in Cloud HCM
5th
Average Rating
7.8
Reviews Sentiment
6.1
Number of Reviews
59
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of August 2026, in the Cloud HCM category, the mindshare of HiBob is 1.2%, up from 1.0% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of SAP HCM is 3.4%, down from 10.1% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Cloud HCM Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
SAP HCM3.4%
HiBob1.2%
Other95.4%
Cloud HCM
 

Featured Reviews

reviewer2380152 - PeerSpot reviewer
Manager, Human Resources at a computer software company with 51-200 employees
Integrates with various tools with flexible pricing model and easy setup
We conduct quarterly reviews throughout the year, using the system to manage the entire performance cycle. Employees and managers provide feedback, and one-on-one meetings can be scheduled directly through the platform. The system handles all records and notifications, syncing with Google Calendar and providing meeting preparation tools. Employees only need to complete their reviews, while the system takes care of the rest. After the reviews, we receive insights from all departments and regions, helping us analyze performance trends. HiBob can be configured to support hybrid and remote work, but its effectiveness will depend on how well it aligns with your company's needs and setup. While the system allows for customization, including features like tracking birthdays and anniversaries, its usefulness for remote work will vary. Compliance issues, such as GDPR, will also play a role in deciding which features to use. Ultimately, the value of these tools will depend on your company's specific requirements and location. HiBob requires one person for maintenance, though additional admins can be assigned as needed. The system offers various modules, such as the talent model, compensation hub, analytics hub, and hiring model, which may be utilized depending on your company's needs. For a company of around 200 employees, one person is typically sufficient for maintenance, but a second person might be needed if the company grows to around 250 employees. Overall, I rate the solution an eight-point five out of ten.
VikasDhumale - PeerSpot reviewer
Dev Ops Engineer at simplelogic
User interface simplifies task management with easy issue identification and quick resolutions
We don't currently need third-party solutions because Red Hat provides security through RH-ACM. This Red Hat product helps us identify vulnerabilities in Pods, YAML files, and other components. When we encounter vulnerability issues, we raise tickets, implement Red Hat's solutions, and close the tickets. OpenShift is predominantly implemented in banking sectors. Banking sectors require Enterprise edition platforms due to RBI guidelines. While small-scale industries might use Kubernetes on AWS platform, major banks such as SBI and Central Bank of India prefer OpenShift for its Enterprise edition status and comprehensive support from Red Hat. IPI setup is straightforward, but air gap environment setup is more challenging as it requires configuring HAProxy, DNS, manual DNS server, creating ignition files, downloading images, and creating separate repositories. Regarding competition, based on my knowledge, OpenShift has limited competitors apart from Red Hat. IBM has acquired Red Hat for OpenShift, and they run OpenShift on their Linux platform, making IBM the primary competitor. This product deserves a rating of 10 out of 10.

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"HiBob integrates with various tools, such as Slack, Jira, and Google Calendar."
"We've found that the solution has the capability to scale."
"When you maintain your data in SAP, you can generate any kind of HR report with one click."
"They have some interesting features in the learning space."
"SAP HCM has totally integrated our work; we left a manual environment, and much of our work is now automated with this solution."
"SAP HCM is a powerful program that can greatly benefit organizations with its comprehensive features and integrations."
"Ensures a single source of data for downstream systems use."
"It is a pretty stable solution."
"They provide the most stable and powerful technology in the areas of human resources, information systems, and ERP."
 

Cons

"HiBob isn't as user-friendly for managing contractors, part-time employees, or consultants."
"It takes a long time to apply an update patch to the system."
"A better user interface and greater AI integration are crucial."
"There are already success factors for the cloud solution which cannot be integrated into S/4 HANA."
"We are able to optimize a lot of processes but there is always room for improvement."
"SAP HCM needs to be more customizable to fit unique organizational processes."
"SAP HCM is costly compared to other ERPs like Microsoft Dynamics or Oracle, and I would rate the cost as one out of ten."
"The setup process for SAP HCM is a bit complex; it is not simple."
"The speed of technical support can be improved."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

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"The pricing is really high."
"I believe HCM is a little expensive, but I don't know the exact price because I'm involved with the sales team. However, I think the price must be reasonable because many organizations are migrating their current ERPs to SAP. It's excellent software, and the price is competitive."
"The cost depends on the size of the organization. Compared to others, I'd say Oracle is number one, followed by Workday and SAP HCM."
"We purchase the product's yearly license."
"The terms on which you buy licenses might change due to the way they license in a particular product."
"In my view, this product is a waste of money for SMB because there are much better products available and licensing is an issue."
"Licensing is pretty complex. SAP does not have a straight forward way of licensing, and it differs from client to client."
"We have an annual license for this solution, and the price depends on the number of users."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
17%
Construction Company
15%
Comms Service Provider
12%
Media Company
7%
Manufacturing Company
13%
Construction Company
11%
Comms Service Provider
10%
Financial Services Firm
8%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
No data available
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business19
Midsize Enterprise6
Large Enterprise40
 

Questions from the Community

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for HiBob?
It offers a flexible pricing model, allowing you to choose and pay only for the features you need. The final cost adjusts based on your company's size and the specific features you use. It offers a...
What needs improvement with HiBob?
HiBob isn't as user-friendly for managing contractors, part-time employees, or consultants. While improvements may be in progress, the system is primarily designed for managing full-time employees.
What is your primary use case for HiBob?
We use the solution for talent management.
What do you like most about SAP HCM?
SAP HCM is the one of the best ERP for an organization with a small to large scale business. It has the most efficient payroll functionality. Regards : SAP HR classes in pune
What do you like most about SAP HCM?
HCM is a very important module that each organization should want to use. It will help any organization to calculate and control the cost of their human resources.
What is better, SAP HCM or SAP SuccessFactors?
When it comes to user experience, SuccessFactors is unquestionably superior, as it provides end users with a new experience and an advanced user interface. Additionally, the entire concept of SF is...
 

Comparisons

 

Also Known As

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SAP Human Capital Management
 

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Sample Customers

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City of Cape Town, ADAMA Agricultural Solutions Ltd., TransAlta Corporation, Keolis, PT XL Axiata Tbk, National Football League (NFL), Plan International, Yoh, A Day & Zimmermann Company, China Talent Group (CTG TMO), Umicore S.A., Butterfield Bank, Skrill Group Ltd.
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