> Quick answer in 3 bullets: > > - greytHR is usually safer for payroll control and monthly compliance consistency. > - Zoho Payroll is cost-effective for smaller teams already deep in Zoho ecosystem. > - Keka is stronger for manager workflows, but cost and implementation discipline matter.
The exact question buyers ask
Who handles Maharashtra PT + Tally sync + month-end corrections with least pain?
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Comparison table: 3-way India compliance test
| Metric | Zoho Payroll | greytHR | Keka |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maharashtra PT handling | Good (validate edge cases) | Strong baseline | Good (verify setup depth) |
| Tally sync confidence | Good in Zoho-led stack | Strong for payroll-heavy ops | Connector/API path |
| Arrears/reversal workflow | Moderate | Strong | Good |
| Implementation complexity | Lower to moderate | Moderate | Moderate to higher |
| Indicative PEPM | ₹0–₹70 | ₹50–₹80 | ₹60–₹100 |
Brutal decision rule
- If month-end reliability is your top KPI: bias toward greytHR.
- If budget + Zoho stack simplicity wins: evaluate Zoho Payroll first.
- If manager experience + broader workflow stack is priority: validate Keka deeply.
Final buyer move
Run one same-dataset simulation across all 3 tools before final vendor negotiation.
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