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OrangeHRM alternatives: 4 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave OrangeHRM: no payroll in the free edition, and community-only support for Starter. We ranked 4 alternatives by how directly each one replaces OrangeHRM, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Frappe HR currently ranks first.

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The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

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Best OrangeHRM alternative for most people

Frappe HR

Open-source HR and payroll under GPL, built on the Frappe Framework.

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Best OrangeHRM alternative for a free option

Frappe HR

Open-source HR and payroll under GPL, built on the Frappe Framework.

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Best OrangeHRM alternative for open source

Frappe HR

Open-source HR and payroll under GPL, built on the Frappe Framework.

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Best OrangeHRM alternative for self-hosting

Frappe HR

Open-source HR and payroll under GPL, built on the Frappe Framework.

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Best OrangeHRM alternative for iPhone and Android

Zoho People

Low-cost hosted HRIS with deep customisation.

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Best OrangeHRM alternative for working in the browser

BambooHR

Polished hosted HRIS for companies that do not want to self-host.

OrangeHRM alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to OrangeHRM?

Frappe HR ranks first right now. Open-source HR and payroll under GPL, built on the Frappe Framework. Zoho People and BambooHR follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to OrangeHRM?

Yes. Frappe HR (open source) has a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to OrangeHRM?

Yes: Frappe HR. Frappe HR can also be self-hosted.

Why do people switch from OrangeHRM?

The complaints we hear most: no payroll in the free edition; community-only support for Starter; interface lags behind commercial HRIS tools.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces OrangeHRM, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.