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Head-to-head · HRIS Software

OrangeHRM vs Cezanne HR

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 2 checks side by side
Higher score OrangeHRM #7 in HRIS Software 8.7/10 Free plan · 30-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 1 of 5 features Visit OrangeHRM
Cezanne HR #8 in HRIS Software 8.6/10 Pricing on request ✓ 1 of 5 features Visit Cezanne HR

OrangeHRM leads on 0 checks, Cezanne HR on 0, and 2 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 2 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreOrangeHRM · 8.7/10
  • Free planonly OrangeHRM
  • Free trialonly OrangeHRM

OrangeHRM scores higher on our rubric for hris software: 8.7 against 8.6 out of 10; our editors rank them #7 and #8.

OrangeHRM is the better fit for teams wanting a free or self-hosted HRIS. Cezanne HR is the better fit for mid-market teams wanting configurable HR processes.

  • OrangeHRM fits best

    Teams wanting a free or self-hosted HRIS

  • Cezanne HR fits best

    Mid-market teams wanting configurable HR processes

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Side by side

Feature OrangeHRM 8.7/10 Visit ↗ Cezanne HR 8.6/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.7 8.6
Ranking #7 in HRIS Software #8 in HRIS Software
Best for Teams wanting a free or self-hosted HRIS Mid-market teams wanting configurable HR processes
Pricing model Free plan + paid Paid
Starting price — Pricing on request
Free plan ✓ (best) Not checked yet
Free trial 30 days —
Deployment Cloud, Self-hosted, Mobile Cloud, Mobile
Platforms Web, iOS, Android Web, iOS, Android
Support Email, Phone, Docs Email, Phone, Tickets, Docs · 24/7
Compliance GDPR ISO 27001, GDPR, SSO/SAML, 2FA
Integrations 4 integrations 20 integrations
Built for Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Mid-market, Enterprise
Features OrangeHRM 1/5 · Cezanne HR 1/5
Employee self-service Not checked yet Not checked yet
Onboarding tools ✓ ✓
Time-off tracking Not checked yet Not checked yet
Employee directory Not checked yet Not checked yet
Mobile app Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Starter covers HR administration, leave, time tracking and performance.
  • Cloud and self-hosted deployment options, plus iOS and Android apps.
  • Supports employee workflows across records, onboarding, recruitment and reporting.
  • Covers employee records, absence, onboarding, performance and time tracking.
  • Includes employee and manager self-service with mobile access.
  • Offers an open API and integrations including Microsoft Teams and Greenhouse.
Cons
  • Advanced pricing requires a customized quote.
  • Listed integrations cover authentication, payroll, LMS and Microsoft 365.
  • Support is not available 24/7.
  • Pricing requires a sales quote and varies by modules and average headcount.
  • A minimum monthly fee applies.
  • Support is ticket-based, alongside email, phone and documentation.
Our verdict

OrangeHRM is a modular HRIS for organizations managing employee records, leave, attendance, recruitment, onboarding, performance and reporting. Its coverage makes it relevant to small, mid-market and enterprise teams seeking a broad HR…

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Cezanne HR is a cloud-based HR platform for mid-sized and international organisations, with capabilities spanning employee records, absence, onboarding, performance, time tracking, self-service and reporting. Its modular design lets teams…

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  1. OrangeHRMHRIS Software 8.7Free plan · 30-day trial
  2. Cezanne HRHRIS Software 8.6Pricing on request

Strengths and trade-offs

  • OrangeHRM — where it wins

    • Starter covers HR administration, leave, time tracking and performance.
    • Cloud and self-hosted deployment options, plus iOS and Android apps.
    • Supports employee workflows across records, onboarding, recruitment and reporting.

    Where it doesn't

    • Advanced pricing requires a customized quote.
    • Listed integrations cover authentication, payroll, LMS and Microsoft 365.
    • Support is not available 24/7.

  • Cezanne HR — where it wins

    • Covers employee records, absence, onboarding, performance and time tracking.
    • Includes employee and manager self-service with mobile access.
    • Offers an open API and integrations including Microsoft Teams and Greenhouse.

    Where it doesn't

    • Pricing requires a sales quote and varies by modules and average headcount.
    • A minimum monthly fee applies.
    • Support is ticket-based, alongside email, phone and documentation.
  • OrangeHRM8.7/10 · Free plan · 30-day trial

    A modular HRIS with a free open-source Starter edition and self-hosted deployment.

    Visit OrangeHRMFull verdict →
  • Cezanne HR8.6/10 · Pricing on request

    A configurable HR platform for mid-market teams managing core processes across modules.

    Visit Cezanne HRFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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