Workday vs Rippling
Detailed comparison to help you choose the right tool for your needs
Quick Comparison
Rating
4
vs4.8
Starting Price
$null
vs$8
Pricing Model
enterprise
vspaid
Feature
Workday
Rippling
HCM
Payroll
Workforce planning
Learning
Talent management
Analytics
Benefits
Device management
App provisioning
Workflow automation
Global employment
Workday Pros
- Industry standard for large enterprise HR
- Unified HR and finance platform
- Strong workforce planning and analytics
- Global payroll in many countries
- Continuous innovation with AI features
- Large implementation partner ecosystem
Workday Cons
- Extremely expensive enterprise-only pricing
- Implementation takes 6 to 18 months
- Requires dedicated admin team
- Overly complex for mid-market companies
- Limited customization without consultants
- User interface has a learning curve
Rippling Pros
- Unifies HR IT and finance in one system
- Automated onboarding across all systems
- Device management is genuinely unique
- Global payroll in 50+ countries
- Powerful workflow automation engine
- Fast-growing with frequent feature releases
Rippling Cons
- Opaque pricing with must talk to sales
- Can be complex to set up
- Modular pricing means costs add up
- Younger company with less track record
- Customer support mixed reviews
- Some modules less mature than specialized tools