Payroll software · France · Head-to-head
PayFit vs Silae
Two France payroll software options, compared side by side for France trades.
Which should you choose?
PayFit edges ahead on our France tiering (Tier S vs A), but both are workable — the right pick depends on your trade, region, and the France-specific notes below.
PayFit
Tier S · RecommendedPaie + RH en ligne (bulletins, DSN, congés) pour TPE/PME
A French cloud payroll and HR platform (payslips, DSN declarations, leave) sold directly to small businesses — the most accessible self-serve option, and the only payroll vendor here with full public pricing.
Pros
- + French-native, direct-to-SMB
- + Handles bulletins + DSN + congés
- + Full public self-serve pricing
- + 30-day free trial
Cons
- − Per-employee cost + base subscription
- − Not BTP-specific (no caisses CIBTP/intempéries advertised)
- − Less suited to very large headcounts
- − Payroll/HR only
France note
The easiest payroll to set up yourself. One caveat for builders: confirm it handles BTP-specific items (caisses de congés CIBTP, intempéries) for your situation before switching.
Silae
Tier A · WorkableMoteur de paie dominant, via experts-comptables
The dominant French payroll engine by volume (millions of payslips monthly), with 900+ collective agreements — but sold through accountants (experts-comptables), not direct, so you access it via your firm.
Pros
- + Market-leading French payroll engine
- + 900+ conventions collectives (incl. BTP)
- + Deep compliance coverage
- + Backed by your accountant
Cons
- − Not sold direct (via experts-comptables only)
- − No public pricing
- − Less hands-on for the business owner
- − Setup depends on your firm
France note
If you already use an expert-comptable, you may effectively be on Silae — its BTP convention coverage is excellent. It’s the accountant-led route rather than a DIY tool.
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