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OrangeHRM review

Global open-source HR platform. Strong HR records, but Sri Lankan payroll needs a separate system.

Facts checked 2026-09-16.

Key facts

Category
Global HR platform
Size range
10 to 20,000+ employees
Headquarters
Secaucus, USA (engineering in Sri Lanka)
Pricing model
Quote only
Integrations
REST API
Best for
Companies that only need HR records, leave and performance, and run payroll elsewhere.

Pricing

No published pricing. Quote on request.

Free open-source edition; paid Advanced edition by quote.

Source: www.orangehrm.com/pricing, checked 2026-09-16

Independent evidence

For

  • Free open-source edition
  • Widely known globally
  • Good recruitment and performance modules

Against

  • No native EPF, ETF or APIT payroll
  • Requires a second system for Sri Lankan statutory payroll
  • Sri Lankan support is via partners

Capabilities

Feature comparison
CapabilityOrangeHRM
EPF, ETF and APITNo
T10, C-Form and statutory reportsNo
Bank salary upload filesNo
Biometric device integrationNot published
Shift and roster managementNot published
Overtime and no-pay rulesNot published
Leave managementYes
Employee mobile appYes
Multi-entity payrollNo
Accounting integrationNot published
Performance managementYes
RecruitmentYes
Sinhala payslipsNo
Claude / ChatGPT / custom AI agent integrationNot published
WhatsApp emergency SOS and first-responder alertingNot published

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Frequently asked questions

How much does OrangeHRM cost?
OrangeHRM does not publish pricing. You need to request a quote; expect per-employee-per-month pricing plus an implementation fee.
Does OrangeHRM handle EPF, ETF and APIT?
No. OrangeHRM has no native Sri Lankan statutory payroll. You would run EPF, ETF and APIT in a separate payroll system.
What company size is OrangeHRM best for?
OrangeHRM positions itself for 10 to 20,000+ employees. Companies that only need HR records, leave and performance, and run payroll elsewhere.