Rippling Review
Verdict: Rippling earns 4.8/5 from 5,600 reviews, ranking #1 of 5 HR tools we track. It suits Scaling companies best. HR + IT in one is its standout strength, while can get pricey with modules is the main trade-off to weigh.
Our take on Rippling
Rippling combines HR, payroll, IT (device & app management), and spend into one platform built on an employee graph. Powerful for fast-scaling companies that want one system.
Key features
- HRIS & payroll
- IT device management
- App provisioning
- Global hiring
- Spend management
Pros & cons
Pros
- HR + IT in one
- Powerful automation
- Scales well
Cons
- Can get pricey with modules
- More than tiny teams need
Who Rippling is for
A good fit if…
- • You are scaling companies.
- • Your use case is scaling startups.
- • Your use case is HR + IT unification.
- • Your use case is automating onboarding.
- • HR + IT in one matters to you.
Look elsewhere if…
- • Can get pricey with modules would be a dealbreaker.
- • More than tiny teams need would be a dealbreaker.
Rippling pricing
Full pricing breakdown →| Plan | Price | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Core | $8/mo | $96 |
| PayrollPopular | Custom | — |
| IT + HR | Custom | — |
How Rippling compares
| Measure | Rippling | Category average |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.8/5 | 4.5/5 |
| Starting price | $8/mo | $45/mo |
| Rank by rating | #1 of 5 | — |
| Public API | Yes | 4 of 4 offer one |
Integrations
Alternatives to consider
All Rippling alternatives →Bottom line on Rippling
4.8/5 · Paid · best for Scaling companies
Frequently asked questions
Is Rippling worth it?+
Rippling is rated 4.8/5 across 5,600 reviews and is best suited to Scaling companies. HR + IT in one is the standout strength; the main trade-off is can get pricey with modules.
What do users like most about Rippling?+
HR + IT in one, Powerful automation, Scales well.
What are the downsides of Rippling?+
Can get pricey with modules, More than tiny teams need. Whether these matter depends on your use case — see who it is and isn't for above.
How much does Rippling cost?+
Rippling starts at $8/mo. See the full plan breakdown on our Rippling pricing page.
How does Rippling compare with other HR tools?+
Among the 5 HR tools we track, Rippling ranks #1 by rating (4.8/5 vs a 4.5/5 category average).
What is Rippling best used for?+
Scaling startups, HR + IT unification, Automating onboarding.