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Staffology

Payroll

API-first cloud payroll built for integration and automation.

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Overview

Staffology takes a different approach to payroll: it is built API-first, meaning it is designed from the ground up to integrate with other tools. This makes it ideal for firms that want to automate payroll workflows or build custom integrations.

The payroll engine is solid, handling all standard UK payroll requirements including RTI, auto-enrolment, and statutory payments. The API documentation is excellent, and the platform integrates well with Xero and other cloud accounting tools.

For firms that process payroll as part of a broader automated workflow, Staffology is the most integration-friendly option available.

Best for

Tech-savvy firms wanting payroll that integrates deeply with other systems

Key Features

Full UK payroll processing
API-first architecture for custom integrations
Auto-enrolment pension management
RTI submissions to HMRC
Employee portal for payslips and P60s
Bureau features for multi-employer management
Xero and accounting software integration
Automated payroll runs via API

Pros & Cons

What We Like

  • Best-in-class API for custom integrations
  • Cloud-native, no desktop version to migrate from
  • Strong Xero integration
  • Good for automated payroll workflows

Watch Out For

  • Smaller market presence than BrightPay
  • Interface is functional rather than polished
  • Best value requires technical confidence to use the API
  • Less community support and fewer resources

Pricing

From around £1/employee/month. Bureau and volume pricing available.

Key Integrations

XeroQuickBooks OnlineZapier

Our Verdict

Staffology is the right choice if you want to deeply integrate payroll into automated workflows. The API-first approach is powerful for tech-savvy firms. For simpler needs, BrightPay is more straightforward.

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Other Payroll Tools

BrightPay

Our Pick

Feature-rich payroll software trusted by thousands of UK bureaus, now transitioning to cloud.

Sage Payroll

Established UK payroll solution from the trusted Sage brand.

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