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# Smartly

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> Smartly is cloud-based payroll software that helps businesses pay employees on time in accordance with legislation. It includes a self-service portal that allows employees to access their payroll details, approvals, payslips, timesheets, and more.
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> Verdict: Rated **4.9/5** by 14 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**.

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## Quick Stats & Ratings

| Metric | Rating | Detail |
| **Overall** | **4.9/5** | 14 Reviews |
| Ease of Use | 4.9/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Customer Support Software | 4.9/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Value for Money | 4.8/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Features | 4.9/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Recommendation percentage | 100% | (10/10 Likelihood to recommend) |

## About the vendor

- **Company**: Smartly

## Commercial Context

- **Starting Price**: NZ$40.00
- **Pricing model**:  (Free Trial)
- **Pricing Details**: Smartly is available across the following price plans: 
Payroll One: $33 per month
Payroll Two: $40 per month
Payroll Three: $65 per month
- **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500
- **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Chromebook (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile)
- **Supported Languages**: English
- **Available Countries**: New Zealand

## Features

- Access Controls/Permissions
- Accounting Integration
- Alerts/Notifications
- Approval Process Control
- Approval Workflow
- Audit Trail
- Calendar Management
- Customizable Reports
- Data Import/Export
- Direct Deposit
- Employee Database
- Employee Profiles
- General Ledger
- ISO Compliance
- Leave Tracking
- Mobile App
- Online Time Tracking Software
- Payroll Management
- Payroll Outsourcing
- Payroll Reporting

## Integrations (1 total)

- Xero

## Support Options

- Email/Help Desk
- Knowledge Base Software
- Phone Support

## Category

- [Leave Management System Software](https://www.getapp.ca/directory/651/absence-leave-management/software)

## Related Categories

- [Leave Management System Software](https://www.getapp.ca/directory/651/absence-leave-management/software)
- [Payroll Software](https://www.getapp.ca/directory/259/payroll/software)
- [Bookkeeper Software](https://www.getapp.ca/directory/1057/bookkeeper/software)
- [Compliance Software](https://www.getapp.ca/directory/243/compliance/software)
- [Time Tracking Software](https://www.getapp.ca/directory/571/time-tracking/software)

## Alternatives

1. [Deel](https://www.getapp.ca/software/2051182/deel) — 4.8/5 (4265 reviews)
2. [BambooHR](https://www.getapp.ca/software/20517/bamboohr) — 4.6/5 (3108 reviews)
3. [Rippling](https://www.getapp.ca/software/112141/rippling) — 4.9/5 (4614 reviews)
4. [Paycor](https://www.getapp.ca/software/108691/paycor-perform) — 4.3/5 (3033 reviews)
5. [Buddy Punch](https://www.getapp.ca/software/91594/buddy-punch) — 4.8/5 (1124 reviews)

## Reviews

### "Catherine's Comments" — 5.0/5

> **Catherine** | *November 26, 2023* | Information Technology & Services | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10
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> **Pros**: Ease of use, integration to Xero, tax compliance, help desk
> 
> **Cons**: I missed the help desk when it was not staffed. Great to have it operating again. Many thanks
> 
> I have recommended Smartly to many others. It is a great payroll system. I love using it and would not change to anything else.

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### "Be Smart & Use Smartly" — 5.0/5

> **Erina** | *November 25, 2023* | Accounting Software | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10
> 
> **Pros**: Fully integrated payroll service that pays your employees, files employment returns with Inland Revenue and deducts PAYE, handles payslips and legal compliance.
> 
> **Cons**: It allows you to manipulate the average earnings calculation (via reducing the hours) to go below the legal requirement.
> 
> I recommend this as the payroll platform for all my clients employment needs. As a user of Smartly for over 10 years I find it easy to use and have confidence the pay and holiday calculations are correct and comply. One touch pay processing and a fully automated payment proces stake the stress out of payroll for both my clients and I. Highly recommended :-)

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### "Great Service and Easy Use" — 4.0/5

> **Jenny** | *November 28, 2023* | Retail | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10
> 
> **Pros**: If I am ever unsure of compliance or how to enter pays etc. there is always a very knowledgeable person that I am able talk to.
> 
> **Cons**: There isn't really anything that I dislike about Smartly it is a very efficient way of processing our payroll.
> 
> Other than finding the product itself easy and quick to use, the main experience I have had with Smartly is the knowledge of their staff and feeling there is always someone that can help me.

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### "Kiwi Spit Roast" — 5.0/5

> **Massina** | *November 24, 2023* | Hospitality | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10
> 
> **Pros**: Smartly has taught me so much about payroll, Smartly makes my life easier with less stress. They have all tge answers.
> 
> **Cons**: I find the only thing that is abit of a pain, would be when I sign in to smartly i have to find my phone to get my code to actually get in.
But I do realise this is best practice for online business.
> 
> I don't have to worry about a thing\!\!
Makes my life less stressful\!

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### "The ease of Smartly" — 5.0/5

> **Amie** | *November 29, 2023* | Insurance Software | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10
> 
> **Pros**: Love Smartly, so easy to use, efficient \& the support is next level.
> 
> **Cons**: No issues with Smartly so far, been using for 4+ years.
> 
> Highly recommended.  If I have an issue, can call support and they work with me to fix it very quickly, are very supportive, super friendly \& helpful.

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