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.
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