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Dayforce Inc.

Dayforce

Composite Score
8.4 /10
CX Score
8.4 /10
Dayforce
8.4 /10

What is Dayforce?

Dayforce (formerly Ceridian) is a global human capital management (HCM) platform that transforms the employee experience. It unifies data from across the entire employee lifecycle to enable better decision-making at every level. Dayforce is a comprehensive cloud platform that combines HR, payroll, benefits, workforce management, and talent management in a single application. Our scalable platform is built with a single, flexible rules engine combined with real-time updates and calculations that help address complex regulatory requirements.

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Awards & Recognition

Dayforce won the following awards in the Human Capital Management - Enterprise category

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Dayforce Ratings

Real user data aggregated to summarize the product performance and customer experience.
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Product scores listed below represent current data. This may be different from data contained in reports and awards, which express data as of their publication date.

86 Likeliness to Recommend

98 Plan to Renew

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78 Satisfaction of Cost Relative to Value

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Emotional Footprint Overview

Product scores listed below represent current data. This may be different from data contained in reports and awards, which express data as of their publication date.

+77 Net Emotional Footprint

The emotional sentiment held by end users of the software based on their experience with the vendor. Responses are captured on an eight-point scale.

How much do users love Dayforce?

3% Negative
12% Neutral
85% Positive

Pros

  • Respectful
  • Enables Productivity
  • Acts with Integrity
  • Security Protects

Feature Ratings

Average 83

Payroll Administration

87

Employee Record

85

Compensation Planning & Forecasting

85

Time and Attendance

84

Benefits Administration

84

Self-Service Applicant Portal​

83

Compensation Management

83

Scheduling

82

Workforce Planning

82

Performance Management

82

Talent Acquisition

81

Vendor Capability Ratings

Average 78

Business Value Created

82

Breadth of Features

82

Quality of Features

79

Usability and Intuitiveness

79

Product Strategy and Rate of Improvement

79

Ease of Customization

78

Ease of IT Administration

77

Availability and Quality of Training

76

Vendor Support

76

Ease of Data Integration

75

Ease of Implementation

72

Dayforce Reviews

Camila A.

  • Role: Human Resources
  • Industry: Other
  • Involvement: Business Leader or Manager
Validated Review
Verified Reviewer

Submitted Apr 2025

HR on Autopilot: Living the Dayforce Dream

Likeliness to Recommend

9 /10

What differentiates Dayforce from other similar products?

At our agency, the way we use Dayforce touches almost every part of the employee experience. Scheduling interviews, managing PTO requests, tracking benefits enrollment, updating performance reviews — it's all centralized. We even set up onboarding workflows that automatically trigger once an offer is signed, meaning new hires get their paperwork, policies, and intros served to them without us manually pushing every step. It’s

What is your favorite aspect of this product?

One thing that makes Dayforce feel like a breath of fresh air is the real-time data updates. I don’t have to wait for payroll to process or reports to refresh overnight. When someone updates their bank info at 9 a.m., it’s reflected by 9:01. This real-time nature has been a lifesaver for HR audits, compliance reporting, and even last-minute leadership asks when they need data yesterday.

What do you dislike most about this product?

If I’m being picky, navigating Dayforce’s reporting dashboard can get a little... maze-like.

What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?

Dayforce hasn’t just been a nice-to-have; it’s helped us scale up without breaking a sweat. We’ve onboarded over 40 new hires in under six months, and it’s handled the influx like a champ. Having consistent, automated workflows has helped us maintain the personal, boutique-feel culture we’re known for, even as we grow.

Pros

  • Helps Innovate
  • Continually Improving Product
  • Performance Enhancing
  • Enables Productivity
  • Role: Information Technology
  • Industry: Technology
  • Involvement: IT Leader or Manager
Validated Review
Anonymous Reviewer

Submitted Jan 2025

Wonderful product, would recommend

Likeliness to Recommend

10 /10

Pros

  • Trustworthy
  • Helps Innovate
  • Reliable
  • Enables Productivity

Craig H.

  • Role: Human Resources
  • Industry: Manufacturing
  • Involvement: Business Leader or Manager
Validated Review
Verified Reviewer

Submitted Jan 2025

Running Like Clockwork: Dayforce in Action!

Likeliness to Recommend

8 /10

What differentiates Dayforce from other similar products?

What stands out most for me is how well Dayforce handles scheduling. With multiple shifts and last-minute changes, having a tool that adjusts on the fly is a lifesaver. During a recent production surge, we were able to quickly realign teams, manage overtime, and stay compliant with labor laws—all without endless spreadsheets or late-night phone calls. The self-service portal has also been a hit with our team; employees can check their schedules, swap shifts, or request time off with ease, which keeps everyone on the same page.

What is your favorite aspect of this product?

The payroll module is a real highlight. Since everything from hours worked to overtime is synced in real time, payroll errors have dropped significantly. The single application approach—where scheduling, time tracking, and payroll live in the same system—means there’s no room for discrepancies or redundant data entry. And let’s be honest, payroll disputes can be a nightmare, but with Dayforce, those conversations have almost disappeared.

What do you dislike most about this product?

One area I think could use a little polish is the reporting interface

What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?

Dayforce has helped us foster a more engaged and efficient workforce. It’s streamlined processes that used to be a headache, like tracking certifications for machine operators or conducting performance reviews. Compliance audits have also become far less stressful because we know all the data we need is accurate and accessible in one place.

Pros

  • Helps Innovate
  • Continually Improving Product
  • Reliable
  • Enables Productivity

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