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Factorial is a cloud-based business management software built specifically to empower small and medium-sized businesses. It’s not just an HR tool—it’s a comprehensive employee management software that combines automation, data, and a people-first approach to help companies scale with confidence. Track employee working hours, manage shifts, approve time off, and visualize workloads. Our cloud business management software integrates time tracking directly with payroll and project management to eliminate manual entry and errors. From sick leave to unlimited PTO policies, Factorial simplifies leave tracking through automated approval workflows, custom policy creation, and team-wide calendar visibility. It’s no surprise we were ranked the #1 PTO Tracker of 2025. From applicant tracking to onboarding, from performance reviews to training plans—Factorial supports the full employee lifecycle. Build strong, engaged teams and scale faster without needing multiple disconnected tools.

About

Folks is a Canadian-owned HR platform built for SMBs, combining three seamlessly integrated products to help you hire, manage, and pay your team — all in one place. Trusted by 1,200+ Canadian organizations managing over 125,000 employee records. With Folks HRIS, centralize employee records, onboarding, time tracking, absence management, and compliance — configured for Canadian employment standards across all provinces. Folks ATS streamlines recruitment with AI-powered candidate matching, job board integrations (Indeed, LinkedIn, Jobillico, Talent.com), and applicant tracking — built on the Glow Talents acquisition (2024). Folks Payroll handles CRA remittances, T4/RL-1 generation, ROE filing, CPP/QPP/CPP2, EI, multi-province tax calculations, WSIB/WCB, and direct deposit — no third-party payroll provider needed. SOC 2 Type 2 certified. All data hosted in Canada. Fully bilingual (English/French). Plans start at $6/employee/month.

Platforms Supported

Windows
Mac
Linux
Cloud
On-Premises
iPhone
iPad
Android
Chromebook

Platforms Supported

Windows
Mac
Linux
Cloud
On-Premises
iPhone
iPad
Android
Chromebook

Audience

Factorial is designed for small and midsize businesses—specifically HR professionals, team managers, finance leaders, and business owners—who need an all-in-one solution to manage people, time, and money efficiently.

Audience

Canadian SMBs looking for an all-in-one HR platform with built-in payroll, applicant tracking, and performance management — designed for Canadian compliance.

Support

Phone Support
24/7 Live Support
Online

Support

Phone Support
24/7 Live Support
Online

API

Offers API

API

Offers API

Screenshots and Videos

Screenshots and Videos

Pricing

$8/month/user
Free Version
Free Trial

Pricing

$6 per employee per month
Free Version
Free Trial

Reviews/Ratings

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ease 0.0 / 5
features 0.0 / 5
design 0.0 / 5
support 0.0 / 5

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Reviews/Ratings

Overall 4.9 / 5
ease 4.7 / 5
features 4.6 / 5
design 4.7 / 5
support 4.9 / 5

Training

Documentation
Webinars
Live Online
In Person

Training

Documentation
Webinars
Live Online
In Person

Company Information

Factorial
Founded: 2016
Spain
factorialhr.com

Company Information

Folks
Founded: 2010
Canada
folkshr.com

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Categories

Categories

Folks Performance makes it easy to set up and manage 360-degree feedback processes, gathering structured, confidential insights from managers, peers, and direct reports. Customizable evaluation forms let you align reviews with your organization's competencies and goals. The platform centralizes all feedback, highlights strengths, and identifies development opportunities — giving leaders a clear picture of team performance. Built into the Folks HRIS, feedback data connects directly to employee profiles, training tracking, and career development plans — no exporting or switching between tools. Available in English and French for bilingual Canadian teams. Trusted by 1,200+ Canadian SMBs across manufacturing, construction, healthcare, and non-profit.

Streamline your hiring with Folks ATS. Post to Canadian job boards — LinkedIn, Indeed, Jobillico, Isarta, Talent.com, CareerBeacon, HotellerieJobs, and Canada Motor Jobs — from one place while centralizing every application in a single pipeline. AI-powered resume parsing and candidate matching help you identify top talent faster. Track candidates through customizable stages with a kanban view, assign tasks, gather feedback from hiring managers, and send communications using built-in email templates. Fully integrated with Folks HRIS — new hires flow directly into onboarding, employee profiles, and payroll without re-entering data. Available in English and French. Trusted by 1,200+ Canadian SMBs.

HCM

Folks HR is a Canadian-owned HRIS platform that centralizes employee records, contracts, vacation tracking, performance reviews, onboarding, and compliance into one system — built specifically for Canadian SMBs. Configure vacation, overtime, and statutory holiday rules per provincial employment standards. Track absences, manage documents with e-signatures, and run CRA-compliant payroll (T4, RL-1, ROE, CPP/QPP, EI) without a third-party provider. SOC 2 Type 2 certified, with all data hosted in Canada under PIPEDA and Law 25 — not the US CLOUD Act. Fully bilingual (English/French). Trusted by 1,200+ Canadian organizations across manufacturing, healthcare, non-profit, and professional services. Plans start at $6/employee/month.

Folks Payroll is built specifically for Canadian payroll compliance — not a US platform adapted for Canada. Automate CRA remittances, T4 and RL-1 slip generation, ROE filing to Service Canada, CPP/QPP/CPP2 and EI deductions, multi-province income tax calculations, WSIB/WCB, Ontario EHT, and direct deposit. Employee data, worked hours, and absences flow directly from Folks HRIS into payroll, eliminating double entry and reducing errors every cycle. SOC 2 Type 2 certified, with all data hosted in Canada under PIPEDA and Law 25 — not subject to the US CLOUD Act. Bilingual (English/French). No third-party payroll provider needed.

Folks Performance helps Canadian SMBs align individual goals with business objectives through structured, ongoing performance management. Set clear goals, track progress, schedule 360° evaluations, and run customizable review cycles — all from one platform. Managers provide continuous feedback, employees document achievements, and HR teams access a centralized record of performance history tied directly to employee profiles, training tracking, and career development plans within Folks HRIS. Customizable evaluation templates, automated reminders, and visual dashboards make reviews structured and fair. Available in English and French. Part of the Folks all-in-one HR platform alongside HRIS, ATS, and CRA-compliant payroll — trusted by 1,200+ Canadian organizations.

360 Degree Feedback Features

Dashboard
Feedback / Surveys
Progress Tracking
Question Library
Rater Selection
Self Service Portal
Supports External Reviewers

Absence Management Features

Analytics/Reporting
Approval Process Control
Attendance Tracking
Calendar Management
Compliance Management
Employee Database
Employee Scheduling
Leave Policy Management
Notifications/Alerts
Overtime Management
Role-Based Permissions
Time Off Management
Timesheet Management

HR Analytics Features

Compensation Plan Modeling
Dashboard
HR Metrics Library
Leave & Absence Reporting
Predictive Modeling
Recruiting Management
Succession Planning
Talent Management
Trend Analysis
Turnover Tracking

HR Employee File Management Features

Access Controls
Centralized Employee Files
Dashboard
Email Notifications
Paper & Digital
Regulatory Compliance
Retention Settings
Search
Sharing Spaces
Signature

Human Resources Features

360 Degree Feedback
Applicant Tracking
Attendance Management
Benefits Management
Career Development Planning
Compensation Management
Compliance Management
Employee Database
Employee Lifecycle Management
Onboarding
Payroll Management
Performance Management
Recruiting Management
Self Service Portal
Succession Planning
Time & Attendance Management
Time Off Management
Timesheets
Training Management

Onboarding Features

Course Management
Document Management
E-Verify / I-9 Forms
Electronic Forms
Electronic Signature
Employee Handbook
Employee Portal
File Management
Job Description Management
Orientation Management
Self Service Portal
Task Management
Tax Forms
Training Management

Payroll Features

401(k) Tracking
Attendance Management
Benefits Management
Check Printing
Compensation Management
Deductions Management
Direct Deposit
Multi-Country
Multi-State
Reporting/Analytics
Self Service Portal
Tax Compliance
Vacation / Leave Tracking
W-2 and 1099 Preparation
Wage Garnishment

Performance Management Features

360 Degree Feedback
Compensation Management
Custom Rating Scales
Customizable Templates
Individual Development Plans
On-going Performance Tracking
Peer Appraisals
Review Cycle Tracking
Self Service Portal
Self-Appraisals
Skills Assessments
Weighted Performance Measures

Recruiting Features

Assessments
Background Screening
CRM
Interaction Tracking
Internal HR
Interview Management
Job Board Posting
Job Requisition
Onboarding
Recruiting Firms
Reference Checking
Resume Parsing
Self Service Portal

Talent Management Features

Career Development Planning
Compensation Management
Competency Management
Employee Lifecycle Management
Goal Setting / Tracking
Job Description Management
Onboarding
Performance Appraisal
Recruiting Management
Succession Planning
Training Management

Attendance Tracking Features

Absence Management
Calendar Management
Employee Scheduling
Employee Time Clock
FMLA Tracking
Overtime Tracking
Reporting/Analytics
Self Service Portal
Time Tracking
Timesheets
Vacation / Leave Tracking

Employee Scheduling Features

Appointment Management
Automated Scheduling
Calendar Management
Employee Database
Group Scheduling
Messaging
Mobile Access
Payroll Management
Reporting/Analytics
Resource Management
Schedule Distribution
Scheduling
Shift Scheduling
Shift Swapping
Time Clock
Time Tracking
Vacation / Leave Tracking

Expense Report Features

Approval Process Control
Invoice Management
Multi-Currency
Receipt Management
Reimbursement Management
Spend Control
Time Tracking
Workflow Management

Leave Management Features

Approval Process Control
Calendar Management
Employee Scheduling
FMLA Tracking
Leave & Absence Reporting
Leave Policy Management
Self Service Portal

Time Clock Features

Biometric Recognition
Hourly Employee Tracking
Messaging
Mobile Access
Online Punch Card
Payroll Management
Punch card
Reporting/Analytics
Salaried Employee Tracking
Sick Leave Tracking
Vacation / Leave Tracking
Workstation Tracking

Time Tracking Features

Automatic Time Capture
Billable & Non-Billable Hours
Billing & Invoicing
Employee Database
Expense Tracking
Mobile Time Tracking
Multiple Billing Rates
Offline Time Tracking
Online Time Tracking
Overtime Calculation
Time per Project Reporting
Timesheet Management
Vacation / Leave Tracking

Time and Expense Features

Activity Tracking
Billable Hours Tracking
Billing Rate Management
Expense Tracking
Invoice Processing
Multiple Billing Rates
Project Tracking
Reimbursement Management
Time Tracking by Client
Time Tracking by Project

Training Features

Academic / Education
Asynchronous Learning
Blended Learning
Built-In Course Authoring
Built-in LMS
Certification Management
Corporate / Business
eCommerce
Learner Portal
Mobile Learning
Simulation
Synchronous Learning
Training Companies

Workforce Management Features

Budgeting & Forecasting
Contractor Management
Employee Lifecycle Management
Labor Projection
Performance Appraisal
Recruiting Management
Scheduling
Skills Tracking
Time & Attendance
Variable Workforce

360 Degree Feedback Features

Dashboard
Feedback / Surveys
Progress Tracking
Question Library
Rater Selection
Self Service Portal
Supports External Reviewers

Human Resources Features

360 Degree Feedback
Applicant Tracking
Attendance Management
Benefits Management
Career Development Planning
Compensation Management
Compliance Management
Employee Database
Employee Lifecycle Management
Onboarding
Payroll Management
Performance Management
Recruiting Management
Self Service Portal
Succession Planning
Time & Attendance Management
Time Off Management
Timesheets
Training Management

Payroll Features

401(k) Tracking
Attendance Management
Benefits Management
Check Printing
Compensation Management
Deductions Management
Direct Deposit
Multi-Country
Multi-State
Reporting/Analytics
Self Service Portal
Tax Compliance
Vacation / Leave Tracking
W-2 and 1099 Preparation
Wage Garnishment

Performance Management Features

360 Degree Feedback
Compensation Management
Custom Rating Scales
Customizable Templates
Individual Development Plans
On-going Performance Tracking
Peer Appraisals
Review Cycle Tracking
Self Service Portal
Self-Appraisals
Skills Assessments
Weighted Performance Measures

Applicant Tracking Features

Assessments
Background Screening
Candidate Management
Collaboration Tools
Internal HR
Interview Management
Interview Scheduling
Job Board Posting
Job Requisition
Onboarding
Recruiting Firms
Reference Checking
Resume Parsing
Resume Search
Self Service Portal
Workflow Management

Integrations

5X
ADP Global Payroll
Axis LMS
CandorIQ
Carbide
DATEV
JobMojito
Jobillico
LinkedIn Job Search
Microsoft 365
Microsoft Power BI
Nethris
Omnipresent
Qobra
Rambox
Ravio
SAGE
Secfix
Torpago
WorkTango

Integrations

5X
ADP Global Payroll
Axis LMS
CandorIQ
Carbide
DATEV
JobMojito
Jobillico
LinkedIn Job Search
Microsoft 365
Microsoft Power BI
Nethris
Omnipresent
Qobra
Rambox
Ravio
SAGE
Secfix
Torpago
WorkTango
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