How much does BambooHR cost?

BambooHR Core starts at $6.19/employee/month and Pro is $8.25/employee/month. Pricing may vary by company size. Payroll is a separate add-on.

Does BambooHR include payroll?

BambooHR offers payroll as an add-on, not included in base plans. For built-in payroll, consider Gusto or Rippling instead.

Is BambooHR good for small businesses?

Yes, BambooHR is specifically designed for SMBs (typically 20-500 employees). It offers the right balance of features without enterprise complexity.

BambooHR Pricing 2026: Plans, Costs & Value

A complete breakdown of BambooHR pricing plans, what each tier includes, and how it compares to alternatives in the HR space.

Quick Answer

BambooHR does not have a free plan. Paid plans start at $6.19/mo per user, billed monthly.

Pricing Overview

Starting Price

$6.19/mo

per user

Pricing Model

Per User

Billed monthly

Pricing Details

BambooHR offers Core ($6.19/employee/month for HR basics) and Pro ($8.25/employee/month adding ATS, onboarding, and performance). Add-ons include payroll, time tracking, and benefits administration.

Understanding BambooHR's Pricing Model

Per User

BambooHR uses a per-user pricing model. This means you pay a set amount for each team member who needs access. Per-user pricing scales linearly with your team size, so costs grow predictably as your organization expands. This model works well for teams with a stable headcount, but can become expensive for large organizations.

BambooHR Pricing vs Alternatives

Tool	Starting Price	Free Tier	Pricing Model
BambooHR	$6.19/mo	No	Per User
Gusto	$40/mo	No	Flat Rate

Is BambooHR Worth the Price?

When evaluating whether BambooHR is worth the investment, consider what you get for the price:

Easy to use
Great for SMBs
Good employee experience
Clean reporting

At $6.19/mo, BambooHR is positioned as a budget-friendly option in the HR space.

BambooHR Pricing FAQ

BambooHR starts at $6.19/month per user. There is no free tier available.

No, BambooHR does not currently offer a free plan. Paid plans start at $6.19/month.

The most affordable BambooHR plan starts at $6.19/month.

Compared to alternatives like Gusto, BambooHR starts at $6.19/mo. Check the comparison table above to see how pricing stacks up across all options.

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