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Namely vs SAP SuccessFactors

Namely logo

Namely

Software

The HR platform that employees love

From
$18/employee/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
SAP SuccessFactors logo

SAP SuccessFactors

Software

Human experience management

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Namely limited customization for complex HR processes: workflows and customization options are limited compared to enterprise solutions; SAP SuccessFactors complex configuration and customization required
  • They diverge on capability: Namely covers HR Management, SAP SuccessFactors covers Core HR.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Namely and SAP SuccessFactors actually diverge.

Attributes where Namely and SAP SuccessFactors differ
AttributeNamelySAP SuccessFactors
Starting price$18/employee/monthOn request
Pricing modelUnknownquote
PlatformsWebWeb, Cloud
Founded20122001

Identical on both: free tier (No), 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 Namely

  • HR Management
  • Benefits Administration
  • Time Off Management
  • Performance Management
  • Onboarding
  • Slack
  • Google Workspace
  • Greenhouse

Only in SAP SuccessFactors

  • Core HR
  • Talent Management
  • Learning
  • Recruiting
  • Performance
  • Succession Planning
  • Analytics
  • SAP ERP

Both cover

  • Payroll
  • Microsoft 365
  • Web support
  • Ios support
  • Android support

Where each one falls short

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

Namely

  • Limited customization for complex HR processes: workflows and customization options are limited compared to enterprise solutions
  • Payroll limitations: better served for less complex organizations and struggles with complex time-and-attendance or multi-FEIN scenarios
  • Missing ATS and surveys: lacks built-in applicant tracking system and pulse survey capabilities
  • Slow support response times: pod-based support model has led to slow response times for customers
  • Designed for specific market segment: best fit is mid-sized companies with 50-350 employees

SAP SuccessFactors

  • Complex configuration and customization required
  • Steep pricing for enterprise implementations
  • Implementation requires extensive project timelines

Pricing, plan by plan

Namely

$18/employee/month

No published plan breakdown. See the Namely review.

SAP SuccessFactors

On request
  • SuccessFactors HXM$undefined/month
    • Core HR
    • Payroll
    • Talent Management

Which should you pick?

Choose Namely if

  • You need hr management.
  • You also want benefits administration.
Namely review

Choose SAP SuccessFactors if

  • You need core hr.
  • You work on Web, Cloud.
  • You also want talent management.
SAP SuccessFactors review

Questions people ask

Is Namely or SAP SuccessFactors better?
Neither clearly leads. Namely starts at $18/employee/month and SAP SuccessFactors at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Namely or SAP SuccessFactors?
Namely starts at $18/employee/month and SAP SuccessFactors at On request.
Does Namely or SAP SuccessFactors run on more platforms?
Namely runs on Web. SAP SuccessFactors runs on Web, Cloud.
What can Namely do that SAP SuccessFactors cannot?
Namely covers HR Management, Benefits Administration, Time Off Management, Performance Management. SAP SuccessFactors covers Core HR, Talent Management, Learning, Recruiting. Both handle Payroll, Microsoft 365, Web support, Ios support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Namely: Does Namely support global payroll?

Namely primarily focuses on mid-sized US-based companies with 50-350 employees. While it can handle complex payroll scenarios, it is better served for less complex organizations and does not have extensive global payroll capabilities compared to enterprise platforms.

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SAP SuccessFactors: What is SAP SuccessFactors used for?

SAP SuccessFactors is a cloud-based HCM solution for talent management, recruitment, learning, and onboarding. It helps organizations manage employee data, recruiting workflows, performance management, learning programs, and succession planning.

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Namely: What is included in Namely's Premium pricing?

Premium plans cost $18-24 per employee per month plus implementation fees of 10-25% of annual software costs. Plans include payroll, HR, benefits administration, time management, and talent management features.

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SAP SuccessFactors: Can SAP SuccessFactors integrate with other systems?

Yes. SAP SuccessFactors can integrate with SAP HCM S/4HANA, other SAP ERP systems, and third-party HRIS, background check providers, and sourcing tools through APIs and integration adapters.

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Namely: Does Namely include performance management features?

Yes, Namely offers customizable performance review modules enabling dynamic, ongoing feedback rather than traditional annual-only reviews. This is one of Namely's standout features.

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Namely: How long does Namely implementation typically take?

Namely is designed for mid-sized companies and implementation timelines vary based on complexity. The platform includes implementation fees of 10-25% of annual software costs in addition to monthly per-employee pricing.

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