BambooHR reviews

3.7

68% would recommend to a friend

(770 total reviews)
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Brad Rencher

86% approve of CEO

58% positive business outlook

BambooHR has an employee rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars, based on 770 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The BambooHR employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Information Technology industry (3.6 stars).

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770 reviews
5.0
Jul 11, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Great company values and atmosphere.

Cons

Requires steady and consistent effort, with a high level of activity only during scheduled work hours.

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BambooHR Response
11mo
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts, and we are honored to receive a 5-star review from you! We wish you continued success in your role. Thanks, Jonathan, Head of Legal and HR
3.0
Jul 5, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Mission-Driven Culture: BambooHR really walks the walk when it comes to putting people first. There’s a strong emphasis on work-life balance, respect, and a healthy workplace culture. Great Sales Training: You get well-structured onboarding and continuous sales coaching. Leadership invests in your development, and the skills you build here are highly transferable. Strong Product-Market Fit: The product resonates well with SMBs and HR professionals, so you're not fighting an uphill battle trying to sell something that doesn’t work. Supportive Environment: Colleagues are collaborative, and leadership is approachable. There’s a sense of camaraderie, even in a competitive sales environment. Work-Life Balance: BambooHR is known for a strict “no after-hours work” culture, and they take it seriously. It's rare in sales and much appreciated.

Cons

Comp Structure Can Be Capped: While the base salary is solid and attainable quotas are fair, top-tier earnings may not scale as aggressively as in some SaaS orgs. If you're highly money-motivated, this might be a ceiling. Limited Career Path in Sales: You can grow horizontally (mid-market AE, team lead, etc.), but the ladder can feel narrow unless you pivot into leadership, CS, or other functions. Process-Heavy: At times, internal processes or CRM compliance can feel overly structured or rigid—especially for reps who like more autonomy.

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BambooHR Response
11mo
Thank you for sharing your detailed and thoughtful review. We're delighted to hear that you appreciate our mission-driven culture, sales training, and supportive environment. It's great to know that our focus on work-life balance and a healthy workplace culture resonates with you. We also want to thank you for your constructive feedback regarding the compensation structure, career path, and internal processes. We are always striving to improve, and your insights are invaluable in helping us better meet the needs of our team members. If you have any further suggestions or would like to discuss your experience in more detail, please feel free to reach out to hr@bamboohr.com. Thanks, Jonathan, Head of Legal and HR
4.0
Jun 27, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Great culture and people to work with

Cons

Pay could maybe be better

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BambooHR Response
11mo
Thank you for your review! We're glad that overall, you find BambooHR to be a great place to work. Please be assured that we're committed to regularly reviewing our total rewards practices to ensure they remain consistent and aligned with market and industry standards. We encourage you to speak with your leader if you have further concerns around pay. Wishing you all the best in your role and thank you again for your review. Thanks, Jonathan, Head of Legal and HR
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