DeskPanda vs greytHR
DeskPanda vs greytHR
greytHR is a trusted payroll and compliance tool for Indian businesses — particularly strong on statutory compliance like PF, ESI, and TDS. But like Keka, greytHR is a payroll tool, not a complete business platform. Teams using greytHR still need separate software for project management, billing, and communication. DeskPanda covers the payroll layer while eliminating the need for every other tool.
greytHR focuses on: Payroll processing and statutory compliance for Indian businesses
Where greytHR falls short
These are the gaps teams run into after the initial setup.
Payroll-only — no work management
greytHR handles payroll and compliance well, but has no task management, project boards, or work tracking.
No invoicing or CRM
greytHR does not generate invoices, manage client records, or track sales pipelines.
No team communication
There is no internal messaging or team chat in greytHR.
Complex UI for non-HR users
greytHR's interface is designed for HR professionals and can be difficult for managers or founders to use directly.
Feature comparison
DeskPanda handles salary calculation; statutory filing is separate
Pricing reality
greytHR starts at ₹3,495/month for up to 25 employees. DeskPanda Growth at ₹199/user/month (minimum 10 users, ₹1,990/month floor) covers task management, invoicing, CRM, and team chat on top of HR and payroll — one unified per-user bill.
Why teams switch
Businesses switch from greytHR when they want their payroll system connected to their task and billing operations — rather than managing three separate platforms.
Ready to make the switch?
Start free — no credit card required. Up to 8 users, forever. Migrate your workspace from greytHR in under a day.