HR · head to head
People HR vs TINYpulse
The short version
- Only People HR has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
- Each has a real cost: People HR pro and Elite+ HR plans require contacting sales; exact features unclear; TINYpulse no pricing published on the platform's marketing website
- They diverge on capability: People HR covers Employee Database, TINYpulse covers Pulse surveys.
- Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which People HR and TINYpulse actually diverge.
Identical on both: pricing model (subscription), user rating (Not yet rated), category (HR), founded (2012).
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 People HR
- Employee Database
- Absence Management
- Document Management
- Performance
- Recruitment
- Self-Service Portal
- Microsoft 365
- Xero
Only in TINYpulse
- Pulse surveys
- Anonymous suggestions
- Cheers peer recognition
- eNPS tracking
- Virtual suggestions box
- Manager insights
- Custom surveys
- Trend analysis
Both cover
- Slack
- Google Workspace
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
People HR
- HR management for startups and growing teamsnot TINYpulse
- Integrated payroll and HR operationsnot TINYpulse
- Employee management with compliance featuresnot TINYpulse
TINYpulse
- Employee engagement and feedback collectionnot People HR
- Organizational pulse surveysnot People HR
- Wellness program managementnot People HR
- Corporate culture assessmentnot People HR
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
People HR
- Pro and Elite+ HR plans require contacting sales; exact features unclear
- Payroll SaaS Pro and Elite+ pricing not published
- Combined plans mark no distinction between HR and payroll components
TINYpulse
- No pricing published on the platform's marketing website
- Requires demo request and direct sales consultation
- Now integrated into WebMD Health Services as an engagement solution
- Pricing model not transparent to prospective customers
Pricing, plan by plan
People HR
Free- Starter$3/month
- per-employee pricing
- ideal for startups
- Core$5.5/month
- per-employee pricing
- growing teams
- Pro$8/month
- per-employee pricing
- larger companies
- Elite+$9.5/month
- per-employee pricing
- advanced HR
TINYpulse
$5/month- Engage$5/month
- Weekly pulse surveys
- Anonymous feedback
- Cheers recognition
- Perform$7/month
- Everything in Engage
- Performance reviews
- Goal tracking
Which should you pick?
Choose People HR if
- You need employee database.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Web, iOS, Android.
- You also want absence management.
Choose TINYpulse if
- You need pulse surveys.
- You work on Web, Ios, Android, Api.
- You also want anonymous suggestions.
Questions people ask
- Is People HR or TINYpulse better?
- Neither clearly leads. People HR starts at Free and TINYpulse at $5/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, People HR or TINYpulse?
- People HR has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for People HR and $5/month for TINYpulse.
- Does People HR or TINYpulse run on more platforms?
- People HR runs on Web, iOS, Android. TINYpulse runs on Web, Ios, Android, Api.
- Can I use People HR for free?
- Yes. People HR has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. TINYpulse starts at $5/month.
- What is People HR best used for?
- People HR is most often used for hr management for startups and growing teams, integrated payroll and hr operations, employee management with compliance features. Of those, hr management for startups and growing teams and integrated payroll and hr operations are not what TINYpulse is typically brought in for.
- What can People HR do that TINYpulse cannot?
- People HR covers Employee Database, Absence Management, Document Management, Performance. TINYpulse covers Pulse surveys, Anonymous suggestions, Cheers peer recognition, eNPS tracking. Both handle Slack, Google Workspace.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
People HR: How is PeopleHR pricing calculated?
Pricing is per employee per month (PEPM). Starter: £3, Core: £5.50, Pro: £8, Elite+: £9.50. Users can add/remove employees as needed.
SourceTINYpulse: How much does TinyPulse cost?
TinyPulse does not publish pricing on its website. Costs are determined through custom quotes based on organization size and feature requirements. Interested customers must schedule a demo with the platform specialist to receive pricing.
SourcePeople HR: Do I get a discount for annual billing?
Yes, annual customers receive discounts compared to monthly billing. Exact discount percentages not specified on the pricing page.
SourceTINYpulse: Is there a free trial for TinyPulse?
No free trial information is available on the marketing pages. Customers interested in evaluating the product must request a demo directly from the sales team.
SourcePeople HR: What add-ons are available?
Optional add-ons cost £1.50-£2 PEPM for most features. Specific add-ons not listed on the pricing page.
SourceTINYpulse: Can TinyPulse be used as a standalone product?
TinyPulse is now offered as part of WebMD Health Services' engagement and feedback solutions suite. It is no longer maintained as an independent platform.
SourcePeople HR: Can I combine HR and Payroll services?
Yes, combined HR + Payroll plans are available: Core+ (£7 PEPM), Pro+ (£9.50 PEPM), Ultimate+ (£11 PEPM). Support and implementation included.
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