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The Most Affordable Payroll Software in South Africa

We believe that exceptional payroll software should be accessible to everyone, regardless of a business’s size. That’s why Panda Payroll is designed to be the most affordable and transparent payroll solution in South Africa. Our pay-as-you-grow model ensures you only pay for what you use, without the burden of expensive base fees or hidden costs, making us the clear choice for startups and small businesses.

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Panda Payroll

Transparent, Pay-as-You-Grow

  • Pricing Model: Pay-as-you-grow, no base fee.
  • Cost for 1 Employee: **R25.00**
  • Total Cost for 5 Employees: **R55.00**

SimplePay

Base Fee + Per Employee

  • Pricing Model: Base fee plus per employee.
  • Cost for 1 Employee: R83.25
  • Total Cost for 5 Employees: R156.25 excl VAT

Sage

Per Employee Minimum

  • Pricing Model: Minimum for 2 employees.
  • Cost for 1 Employee: R83.00 (min for 2)
  • Total Cost for 5 Employees: R192.00
Most Affordable Payroll Software

How We Stay So Affordable

Our mission is to simplify payroll without the complexity of tiered pricing or hidden fees. By focusing on a simple, predictable cost per employee, we cut out the overhead of traditional payroll providers. This means you only pay for what you need, allowing you to scale your business without worrying about a ballooning monthly bill.

The most Affordable Payroll Software

Our Price in Action

See how the savings multiply as your team grows

Panda Payroll vs. Competitors

  • Panda Payroll: R25.00 + (9 x R7.50) = R92.50
  • SimplePay: R220.00 excl VAT
  • Sage: R370.00