Are newer companies safe to use?

Yes, the companies listed here (Rippling, Hibob, Deel) are well-funded 'unicorns' with thousands of customers and SOC-2 security compliance. They aren't garage startups; they are major enterprises challenging the old guard.

Fastest Growing HR Software Companies

Q: Why does HR software growth matter to me?

Growth signals innovation. Fast-growing companies like Rippling and Deel release features weekly, whereas legacy providers might update once a quarter. Choosing a growing platform ensures you're on a 'future-proof' system that evolves with modern work trends.

Q: Who is the fastest growing HR company in 2026?

Rippling continues to be the breakout star, expanding beyond HR into IT and Finance management. In the global hiring space, Deel and Remote are growing exponentially as remote work becomes permanent.

Why "Growth" Matters When Buying Software

In software, stagnation is death. You don't want to implement an HR system that looks like Windows 95 and updates once a year. You want a platform that moves as fast as you do.

The companies on this list are the disruptors. They are capturing market share from giants like ADP and SAP by offering:

Better UX: Interfaces that feel like consumer apps (Instagram/Spotify), not spreadsheets.
Rapid Innovation: Releasing new features weekly, not quarterly.
Modern Problems: Solving for remote work, global hiring, and AI automation natively.

Here are the movers and shakers of 2026.

The Disruptors Rankings

🚀 #1: Rippling

The "Everything OS" for Business

Growth Driver: Unifying HR, IT, and Finance

Why They Are Exploding

Rippling isn't just an HRIS anymore. They realized that employee data (who you are) is the key to IT (what laptop you get) and Finance (what corporate card you get). By combining all three, they've created a category of one.

Innovation Highlight: "Unity" platform allows you to build custom workflows that trigger across departments. (e.g., "When a Sales Rep is hired in London, ship a MacBook, issue a virtual credit card, and add to the UK Slack channel.")

🌍 #2: Deel

The Global Hiring Standard

Growth Driver: The permanent shift to global remote work

Conquering the World

Deel grew from $1M to $100M ARR faster than almost any SaaS company in history. Why? Because they solved a terrifying problem: Compliance. They allow you to hire anyone, anywhere, in minutes, without going to jail for tax evasion.

Innovation Highlight: Deel HR is now free for organizations to manage their global team, serving as a trojan horse to their paid payment/EOR services.

🇪🇺 #3: Factorial

The European Unicorn

Growth Driver: Affordable, all-in-one HR for SMBs

The "Gusto of Europe" (and beyond)

Factorial has taken the European market by storm and is expanding globally. They focus intensely on the SMB market (10-100 employees) with a beautiful, simple interface that just works. They are proving that you don't need to be an Enterprise giant to build great software.

4. Hibob (Bob)

The Culture-First HRIS

Hibob realized that modern HR isn't about filing cabinets; it's about engagement. Their UI looks like a social network. For companies that care about "vibes" and culture retention in a hybrid world, Bob is the default choice.

5. Personio

The Efficiency Engine

Another European giant, Personio focuses on "HR excellence." They automate the boring stuff (document handling, payroll prep) so HR can focus on people. Their growth is fueled by a massive untapped market of German and European SMBs moving to the cloud for the first time.

6. Oyster

The "Mission-Driven" Remote Platform

Competing with Deel and Remote, Oyster differentiates with a strong focus on "distributing opportunity." They are a B-Corp and appeal heavily to mission-driven startups who want ethical global employment practices.

Comparison: The Innovators vs. The Incumbents

Feature	Rising Stars (Rippling, Deel)	Incumbents (ADP, Paychex)
Release Cycle	Weekly / Continuous	Quarterly / Annually
User Interface	Consumer-grade (Easy)	Enterprise (Complex)
Setup Time	Days or Weeks	Months
Global Hiring	Native / Built-in	Add-on / Third-party
Pricing	Transparent (mostly)	Quote-based (Opaque)

Should You Bet on a Startup?

It can feel risky to trust your payroll to a "startup." But the companies listed here are no longer fragile. They are "Unicorns" (valued over $1B) with massive backing.

The Pros:

You get features today that incumbents won't have for 3 years.
Your employees will actually use the software because it's nice to look at.
APIs are modern and connect with Slack, Zoom, and Google Workspace natively.

The Cons:

Support can sometimes experience growing pains (see our support guide).
Features change rapidly, requiring adaptability.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does HR software growth matter to me?

Growth signals innovation. Fast-growing companies invest heavily in R&D. Choosing a growing platform ensures you're on a "future-proof" system that evolves with modern work trends like AI and remote work.

Who is the fastest growing HR company in 2026?

Rippling continues to be the standout performer, expanding its "Employee Graph" concept beyond HR. In the global space, Deel remains the leader for speed of expansion.

Are these newer companies safe?

Yes. The companies listed (Rippling, Deel, Hibob) are SOC-2 compliant, GDPR compliant, and process billions of dollars in payroll. They operate with bank-level security standards.

Fastest Growing HR Software Companies (2026 Edition)