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Homebase vs UKG Pro

Homebase logo

Homebase

Software

Scheduling, time tracking and HR for hourly teams

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
UKG Pro logo

UKG Pro

Software

Our purpose is people

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Homebase has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Homebase free Basic plan is capped at 10 employees and a single location; UKG Pro no access to super-user privileges or advanced database customization

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Homebase and UKG Pro actually diverge.

Attributes where Homebase and UKG Pro differ
AttributeHomebaseUKG Pro
Starting priceFreeOn request
Pricing modelfreemiumUnknown
Free tierYesNo
PlatformsWebWeb, Mobile (iOS/Android), Cloud (Hosted)
FoundedUnknown2020

Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated), category (Unknown).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Homebase

Nothing recorded that UKG Pro does not also cover.

Only in UKG Pro

  • HR Management
  • Payroll
  • Benefits Administration
  • Talent Management
  • Workforce Management
  • Analytics
  • Salesforce
  • Microsoft 365

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Homebase

  • Free Basic plan is capped at 10 employees and a single location
  • Paid plans are billed per location per month ($30, $70 or $120), so a multi-location business pays the rate again for each site
  • Payroll is a separate add-on at $39 per month plus $6 per month per employee paid
  • Tip Manager and Task Manager are further add-ons billed per location per month on top of the base plan

UKG Pro

  • No access to super-user privileges or advanced database customization
  • Limited system procedure access for advanced administrative functions
  • No direct host access via SSH, Telnet, or remote desktop connectivity
  • Requires paid technical support subscription for assistance beyond standard support

Pricing, plan by plan

Homebase

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the Homebase review.

UKG Pro

On request

No published plan breakdown. See the UKG Pro review.

Which should you pick?

Choose Homebase if

  • You want to start without paying.
Homebase review

Choose UKG Pro if

  • You need hr management.
  • You work on Web, Mobile (iOS/Android), Cloud (Hosted).
  • You also want payroll.
UKG Pro review

Questions people ask

Is Homebase or UKG Pro better?
Neither clearly leads. Homebase starts at Free and UKG Pro at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Homebase or UKG Pro?
Homebase has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for Homebase and On request for UKG Pro.
Does Homebase or UKG Pro run on more platforms?
Homebase runs on Web. UKG Pro runs on Web, Mobile (iOS/Android), Cloud (Hosted).
Can I use Homebase for free?
Yes. Homebase has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. UKG Pro starts at On request.
What can Homebase do that UKG Pro cannot?
UKG Pro covers HR Management, Payroll, Benefits Administration, Talent Management.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

UKG Pro: What databases does UKG Pro support?

UKG Pro is a cloud-based HCM platform that manages payroll, benefits, and HR across 160+ countries in a single integrated system.

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UKG Pro: Does UKG Pro handle multi-country payroll?

Yes. UKG Pro can manage global payroll complexity and ensure accurate, compliant payroll processing across 160+ countries, all in one seamless experience.

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UKG Pro: What features are included in time and attendance tracking?

Time and Attendance module monitors employee working hours, attendance, and related data to drive accurate payroll processing and compliance.

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UKG Pro: Does UKG Pro offer reporting and analytics?

Yes. UKG Pro provides customizable reporting and analytics for actionable workforce insights, enabling data-driven human capital decisions.

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UKG Pro: What is UKG Talk?

UKG Talk is a built-in collaboration platform within UKG Pro that enables real-time team communication and engagement features.

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