Payroll software · Ireland · Head-to-head

Collsoft Payroll vs Parolla

Two Ireland payroll software options, compared side by side for Ireland trades.

Which should you choose?

Parolla edges ahead on our Ireland tiering (Tier S vs A), but both are workable — the right pick depends on your trade, region, and the Ireland-specific notes below.

Collsoft Payroll

Tier A · Workable

Irish payroll software with a loyal following among small employers — strong in construction

A long-standing Ireland-native payroll product with a tiered employer-based licence model, popular with smaller employers and bureaus. It is notably strong in construction thanks to RCT support, and is updated for 2026 pension auto-enrolment. Payroll-focused, not a general ledger.

Pros

+ Ireland-native and payroll-dedicated
+ Real-time PSRs to ROS after each run
+ Construction-friendly (RCT support) — relevant to trades
+ Generous 60-day trial

Cons

− Desktop rather than fully cloud-native
− Smaller brand footprint
− Interface less modern
− Bureau tiers add cost

Ireland note

Fully PAYE Modernisation compliant — submits real-time PSRs to ROS after every run, handles RPNs, PRSI/USC, ERR and SEPA files; updated for 2026 auto-enrolment.

Typical Ireland pricing: From ~€199/yr (single employer, unlimited employees); Bureau tiers ~€299–499/yr; 60-day trial

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Parolla

Tier S · Recommended

Modern cloud payroll built in Ireland for Irish payroll, on any device

A fully cloud-native payroll platform built specifically for Irish payroll (Tramore, Co. Waterford). It won an Irish "Payroll Software of the Year" award (2021) and is a Xero Preferred Partner in Ireland — the most modern, affordable cloud-native option of the Irish-native set.

Pros

+ Fully cloud-based (any browser/OS, no install)
+ Direct Revenue connection (auto RPN pull, one-click submissions)
+ Low, transparent monthly pricing + free demo
+ Integrates with Xero, QuickBooks, Sage One

Cons

− Younger/smaller vendor than incumbents
− Per-employee add-on fees rise with headcount
− Smaller support footprint
− Less recognition among traditional accountants

Ireland note

Built specifically for Irish payroll with a direct ROS connection — auto RPN downloads, one-click submissions, ERR, and auto-enrolment (My Future Fund) integration.

Typical Ireland pricing: Starter €13.75/mo +VAT (5 employees), Standard €22/mo (20), Enterprise €27.50/mo (25); +€1.10/extra employee

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