Comparison
HROne vs Zoho Payroll
Price in rupees, free plan and fit, side by side, for Indian small businesses.
| Feature | HROne | Zoho Payroll |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | From ₹4,950/mo | Free plan · paid from ₹1,000/mo |
| Price details | Basic ₹4,950 a month for 50 users, then ₹99 for each extra user. Professional ₹6,500 a month for 50 users, ₹130 each extra. Billing starts once you go live. | Free for up to 10 employees. Standard plan ₹1,000 a month billed yearly for 25 employees (₹1,250 billed monthly). GST extra. |
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Free trial | Not stated | Not stated |
| Best for | Companies of 50 or more people that want payroll with attendance, leave and expenses | Small teams that want payroll free for up to 10 employees |
| Software type | HR & payroll | HR & payroll |
| Suits | Small manufacturers, Traders & distributors | Small manufacturers, Traders & distributors, Retail shops |
| Price last checked | 24 Oct 2026 | 2 Oct 2026 |
| Next step | Get quote | Get quote |
HROne
HR and payroll platform for Indian companies, priced for 50 users and up.
- Plans start at 50 users
- You pay from the day the system goes live, not from signing
Zoho Payroll
Online payroll software for Indian businesses from Zoho.
- Free plan covers up to 10 employees
- Extra employees on Standard: ₹40 each a month on yearly billing
- Professional plan: ₹3,000 a month billed yearly for 50 employees
How to choose between them
Start with the monthly cost you can sustain, then check that the tool handles the job you do every day. If both fit your budget, take the free plan or trial of each and run one real week of work through it before you pay.