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# IRIS HR Professional

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> Our online, self-service HR system save HR professionals from drowning in paperwork freeing them up to be more strategic.
> 
> Verdict: Rated **3.0/5** by 1 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**.

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## Overview

### Who Uses IRIS HR Professional?

IRIS HR Professional is the ideal HR solution for UK SMEs needing a cost effective and simple-to-use HR solution from 10 to up to 250 employees.

## Quick Stats & Ratings

| Metric | Rating | Detail |
| **Overall** | **3.0/5** | 1 Reviews |
| Ease of Use | 5.0/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Customer Support Software | 2.0/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Value for Money | 4.0/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Features | 4.0/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Recommendation percentage | 60% | (6/10 Likelihood to recommend) |

## About the vendor

- **Company**: IRIS Software Group
- **Founded**: 2004

## Commercial Context

- **Starting Price**: £20.00
- **Pricing model**: Per Feature (Free Trial)
- **Pricing Details**: Subscription pricing model based on employee count.
Please contact IRIS HR Professional directly for detailed pricing information.
- **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500
- **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile)
- **Supported Languages**: English
- **Available Countries**: United Kingdom

## Features

- Applicant Tracking Software
- Approval Workflow
- Benefits Management
- Calendar Management
- Compensation Management Software
- Competency Management
- Compliance Management
- Dashboard Software
- Employee Database
- Employee Management
- Employee Profiles
- Employee Scheduling Software
- Employee Self Service
- Expense Tracking
- Goal Setting/Tracking
- HR Management
- Interview Scheduling
- Job Posting
- Mobile Access
- Mobile App
- Onboarding Software
- Ongoing Performance Tracking
- Overtime Calculation
- Payroll Management
- Payroll Reporting
- Performance Management
- Performance Review Management
- Project Tracking Software
- Recruitment Management
- Reporting/Analytics
- Self Service Portal
- Skills Assessment
- Tax Compliance
- Time & Attendance
- Time Tracking Software
- Training Management
- Vacation/Leave Tracking
- Workflow Management Software

## Support Options

- Email/Help Desk
- FAQs/Forum
- Knowledge Base Software
- Phone Support

## Category

- [Human Resources Software](https://www.capterra.ca/directory/5/human-resource/software)

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## Reviews

### "Well priced system for small companies" — 3.0/5

> **Joanna** | *October 24, 2024* | Broadcast Media | Recommendation rating: 6.0/10
> 
> **Pros**: It is straightforward and simple to use.
> 
> **Cons**: The system has many limitations, including the reporting features.
> 
> If you are looking for a system that does the basics for a very good price, then IRIS is your go to. If, however, you're looking for something more enhanced, not sure this is the one.

## Links

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