WagePilot vs Homebase
A UK-native Homebase alternative
Homebase has a generous free tier, but it’s US-first and prices paid plans per location, with holiday and compliance built around US rules. WagePilot is UK-native, flat per site, with UK holiday accrual and geofenced clock-in.
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WagePilot
Flat £10/mo
Unlimited staff · every feature · clock-in included
Homebase
free / ~£20+
Free tier, then per location (US-first) (team of 10)
WagePilot vs Homebase, line by line
| Feature | WagePilot | Homebase |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | Flat £10/mo, unlimited staff | Free, then per location |
| UK holiday accrual (12.07%) | Built in | US-first |
| GBP-native, UK support | Yes | US-first |
| Geofenced clock-in | Included | Tier-dependent |
| Live labour-cost board | Live, ticking total | Reporting-led |
| CSV payroll export (UK) | Xero/Sage/BrightPay | US payroll-focused |
| Best for | UK small businesses | US small businesses |
Prices and features as of June 2026. Tiers change, so always check current figures. We compare on pricing model, not a "cheapest" claim.
Why teams pick WagePilot
- UK-native: 12.07% accrual, NMW record-keeping, GBP billing
- Flat £10/month per site rather than per-location paid plans
- A live labour-cost board and earnings gauge built for UK margins
When Homebase might suit you better
Homebase’s free tier is generous and its US feature set is broad, so if you’re US-based, or its free plan covers everything you need, it’s a strong choice. WagePilot is built specifically for UK businesses: UK holiday law, GBP billing, NMW record-keeping and a live cost board.
The cost as you grow
Per-seat pricing means every hire nudges the bill up. With WagePilot it stays flat. Here's the gap as the team grows.
See full pricing| Your team | Typical per-seat tool | WagePilot |
|---|---|---|
| 5 staff | ~£20/mo | Free |
| 10 staff | ~£40/mo | £10/mo |
| 25 staff | ~£100/mo | £10/mo |
| 50 staff | ~£200/mo | £18/mo |
Per-seat figures assume a typical ~£4/user/month all-in rate (many tools sit £3–£6/user). Indicative, for illustration.
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