Connecteam vs Paylocity

COvsPA
Two HR tools side by side: what each does, what it costs and who it suits.

The verdict

On the data we hold, Connecteam comes out ahead. Here is why, point by point.

What the data says
  • Only Connecteam has a free plan to start on.
  • Both have an API and an MCP server, so either works with AI employees.
  • In our HR ranking, Connecteam places 11 and Paylocity 22 of 27.

Side by side

Connecteam and Paylocity compared
At a glance
Starts at$2.42/moNot known yet
Free planYesNo
APIYesYes
MCP serverYesYes
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Plans and pricing

CO

Connecteam

  • BasicFirst 30 users requiring scheduling and time clock$35/mo
  • AdvancedGrowing teams needing automation and advanced reporting$59/mo
  • ExpertOrganizations requiring API access and unlimited features$119/mo
PA

Paylocity

Pricing not in our catalogue yet.

Prices as the vendors list them. They change often; the final price is on their sites.

Who each is for

CO

Choose Connecteam if…

We haven't written up who Connecteam suits yet.
PA

Choose Paylocity if…

We haven't written up who Paylocity suits yet.

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