OrangeHRM
Open-source HR management with modules for recruitment, time tracking, and leave management
Starter edition is free and open-source. Advanced edition is priced per employee per month, starting around $4/user.
hr open-source recruitment leave-management
About OrangeHRM
OrangeHRM is the most widely used open-source HR management system, offering modules for personnel information, leave management, time tracking, recruitment, and performance reviews. The Starter edition is completely free and covers core HR needs. The Advanced edition adds payroll, training, and more on a per-employee basis.
Highlights
- ✓ Modular design lets you pick only the HR features you need
- ✓ Free Starter edition covers core HR management
- ✓ Large community with extensive documentation and plugins
Limitations
- ✗ Payroll processing only in Advanced paid edition
- ✗ UI feels less polished than BambooHR
- ✗ Self-hosting requires LAMP stack infrastructure
Replaces
Detailed Comparisons
Free
Starter edition is free and open-source. Advanced edition is priced per employee per month, starting around $4/user.
Visit OrangeHRM →Last updated: 2026-03-01