--- description: Detailed reviews on IRIS HR Professional based on features, pricing, usability, and ratings. Get a quick overview advantages and disadvantages. Compare IRIS HR Professional with similar products. image: https://gdm-localsites-assets-gfprod.imgix.net/images/getapp/og_logo-94fd2a03a6c7a0e54fc0c9e21a1c0ce9.png title: IRIS HR Professional Reviews, Prices & Ratings | GetApp Canada 2026 --- Breadcrumb: [Home](/) > [Applicant Tracking Software](/directory/253/applicant-tracking/software) > [IRIS HR Professional](/software/10395/octopus-hr) # IRIS HR Professional Canonical: https://www.getapp.ca/software/10395/octopus-hr > IRIS HR Professional is a cloud based HR software that combines core HR, compensation \& benefits information in one simple-to-use solution. The dashboard alerts, informs \& connects the employee community together, allowing HR managers, line managers and employees to interact quickly \& effectively. > > Verdict: Rated **3.0/5** by 1 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**. ----- ## Overview ### Key benefits of IRIS HR Professional Real advantages for everyone: For leaders: Absence costs and trends Accurate HR information and reports Improved company-wide communication Reduced routine administration Increased efficiencies Increased value and perception of employee benefits Reduced cost of HR delivery Increased service level standards Consistent business practices Increased employee retention Policy communication Assists legislative compliance GDPR compliance For managers: Team and individual reporting 24 / 7 access to people information Graphical team absence chart Leave approval process Self certified sickness approval workflow Equipment inventory Training \& Development Reduced administration Salary modelling MailMerge - individual and batch On-line policies Read \& Accept tracking of policies and procedures Streamlined managerial tasks Delivers best practice Reminder alerts Graphing Data Exports New joiners Leavers For employees: Self service access to personal details Holiday request / approval workflow Self certified sickness workflow Access to company policies and procedures Read \& Accept of key documents Total Reward Statement Employee contact directory Personal Event calendar Training plans Employee documents and correspondence Team holiday calendar ## Quick Stats & Ratings | Metric | Rating | Detail | | **Overall** | **3.0/5** | 1 Reviews | | Ease of Use | 5.0/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Customer Support Software | 2.0/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Value for Money | 4.0/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Features | 4.0/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Recommendation percentage | 60% | (6/10 Likelihood to recommend) | ## About the vendor - **Company**: IRIS Software Group - **Founded**: 2004 ## Commercial Context - **Starting Price**: £20.00 - **Pricing model**: Per Feature (Free Trial) - **Pricing Details**: Subscription pricing model based on employee count. Please contact IRIS HR Professional directly for detailed pricing information. - **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500 - **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) - **Supported Languages**: English - **Available Countries**: United Kingdom ## Features - API - Applicant Tracking Software - Approval Workflow - Benefits Management - Calendar Management - Candidate Tracking - Career Development - Compensation Management Software - Competency Management - Compliance Management - Dashboard Software - Employee Database - Employee Management - Employee Profiles - Employee Scheduling Software - Employee Self Service - Expense Tracking - Goal Setting/Tracking - HR Management - Individual Development Plans ## Support Options - Email/Help Desk - FAQs/Forum - Knowledge Base Software - Phone Support ## Category - [Applicant Tracking Software](https://www.getapp.ca/directory/253/applicant-tracking/software) ## Related Categories - [Applicant Tracking Software](https://www.getapp.ca/directory/253/applicant-tracking/software) - [Benefits Administration Software](https://www.getapp.ca/directory/254/benefits-administration/software) - [Human Resources Software](https://www.getapp.ca/directory/256/human-resources/software) - [Payroll Software](https://www.getapp.ca/directory/259/payroll/software) - [Performance Management & Appraisal Software](https://www.getapp.ca/directory/260/performance-management-appraisal/software) ## Alternatives 1. [BambooHR](https://www.getapp.ca/software/20517/bamboohr) — 4.6/5 (3108 reviews) 2. [Paylocity](https://www.getapp.ca/software/102695/webpay) — 4.3/5 (1826 reviews) 3. [Rippling](https://www.getapp.ca/software/112141/rippling) — 4.9/5 (4645 reviews) 4. [Connecteam](https://www.getapp.ca/software/105401/connecteam) — 4.6/5 (5076 reviews) 5. [ADP Workforce Now](https://www.getapp.ca/software/100336/workforcenow) — 4.4/5 (7177 reviews) ## Reviews ### "Well priced system for small companies" — 3.0/5 > **Joanna** | *October 24, 2024* | Broadcast Media | Recommendation rating: 6.0/10 > > **Pros**: It is straightforward and simple to use. > > **Cons**: The system has many limitations, including the reporting features. > > If you are looking for a system that does the basics for a very good price, then IRIS is your go to. If, however, you're looking for something more enhanced, not sure this is the one. ## Links - [View on GetApp](https://www.getapp.ca/software/10395/octopus-hr) ## This page is available in the following languages | Locale | URL | | de | | | de-AT | | | en | | | en-AE | | | en-AU | | | en-CA | | | en-GB | | | en-IE | | | en-NZ | | | en-SG | | | en-ZA | | | es | | | es-CL | | | es-CO | | | es-MX | | | fr | | | fr-BE | | | fr-CA | | ----- ## Structured Data