Starting from
R380/mo
Free trial
Best payroll software in South Africa 2026
Payroll processing, payslips, SARS submissions, UIF and compliance for SA employers.
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4,1251 reviews
Trusted desktop payroll for South African employers of up to 500 staff
Starting from
R4 476/yr
4,1238 reviews
Online payroll from R90 a month with legislation that updates itself
Starting from
R90/mo
Free trial
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Free trial
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R900/mo
Free version
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The payroll most established South African employers still call Sage VIP
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