Comparison
brainis vs Paychex
Paychex's payroll power with modern hiring, performance, and AI — no legacy baggage.
Why teams switch to brainis
All-in-one platform
Replace your ATS, HRIS, and 3 other tools with a single platform. No more context switching.
Setup in minutes, not weeks
Import your data and start hiring the same day. No implementation fees or onboarding consultants.
Save 40%+ on tooling costs
One subscription replaces multiple tools. Most teams save $500-2,000/month after switching.
| Feature | brainis | Paychex |
|---|---|---|
| Payroll Processing | ||
| Tax Filing | ||
| Benefits Administration | ||
| HR Administration | ||
| AI CopilotKey | ||
| Full ATS / HiringKey | Basic | |
| Performance ReviewsKey | Add-on | |
| Learning (LMS) | Add-on | |
| Modern UI | ||
| Project Management | ||
| Employee Engagement | ||
| Gamification & Rewards | ||
| Unified Platform |
"Paychex was built for the 90s. Brainis gives us modern payroll with everything else we need."
Robert Kim
Payroll Manager, Vertex Labs
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Hire faster.
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