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Workday Pricing (March 2026)
Starting from $100/mo
Prices verified March 16, 2026
How much does Workday cost?
Workday starts at $100/mo with 3 plans available.
Free TierNo
Starting Price$100/mo
Number of Plans3
Billing Cyclemonthly
Pricing Modelsubscription
All Plans
Feature Breakdown by Plan
| Feature | HCM Core | HCM Complete | Enterprise |
|---|---|---|---|
| Core HR | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Benefits | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Talent management | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Payroll | ✗ | ✓ | ✗ |
| Time tracking | ✗ | ✓ | ✗ |
| Workforce planning | ✗ | ✓ | ✗ |
| Financial management | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ |
| Analytics | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ |
| Custom integrations | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ |
Team Cost Calculator
Estimated monthly costs based on team size (price per user × team members):
| Team Size | HCM Core | HCM Complete |
|---|---|---|
| 5 users | $500/mo | $750/mo |
| 10 users | $1,000/mo | $1,500/mo |
| 25 users | $2,500/mo | $3,750/mo |
| 50 users | $5,000/mo | $7,500/mo |
Is Workday Worth It?
4.1/5 from 1,500 reviews
There is no free tier, but most paid plans include a trial period.
Paid plans range from $100/mo (HCM Core) to $150/mo (HCM Complete). Most users pick the HCM Complete plan.
Best for: Enterprise, Large organizations, Global companies. Keep in mind: very expensive.
Workday Pros & Cons
Pros
- Comprehensive platform
- Strong analytics
- Regular updates
- Great for large orgs
- Global capabilities
Cons
- Very expensive
- Complex implementation
- Steep learning curve
- Requires dedicated admin
Frequently Asked Questions
Workday starts at $100/mo, billed monthly. There are 3 plans available.
No, Workday does not currently offer a free plan, though most paid plans include a trial period.
The most affordable paid plan is HCM Core at $100/mo.
With a 4.1/5 rating from 1,500 reviews, Workday is well-regarded. Best for: Enterprise, Large organizations, Global companies.
Workday bills monthly. The pricing model is subscription.
Workday offers 3 plans: HCM Core, HCM Complete, Enterprise.