Calamari
✓ Verified ProfileEasy-to-use tools for leave management, time & attendance tracking, employee document storage, and more.
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Why SoftwareWorld Chooses Calamari
"Managing employee leave and attendance is where Calamari tends to work well for growing teams. Businesses that struggle with tracking time off requests, absences, or work hours across departments often find it a practical solution. It helps reduce back-and-forth communication between managers and employees around scheduling. Leave management becomes easier to handle without relying on spreadsheets or email chains. That said, very large organizations with complex HR structures may find the feature set somewhat limited for their needs."
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Product Overview
Calamari Overview
Product description, media, company details, support, training, deployment, customer size, languages, and industries.
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Typical Customers
Why Choose Calamari
Pros
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Leave tracking works across multiple countries with local holiday support
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Clock-in options include mobile, QR code, iBeacon, and web
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Integrates cleanly with Slack, Google Workspace, and Microsoft Teams
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Approval workflows feel logical and don't require admin hand-holding
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Mobile app lets employees request time off in seconds
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Attendance and leave modules can be purchased separately if needed
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Accrual policies handle complex rules without needing IT involvement
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Real-time attendance data surfaces quickly on the manager dashboard
Cons
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Mobile app experience feels noticeably thinner than the desktop version
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Attendance tracking setup demands more configuration time than expected
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Reporting flexibility falls short for teams needing deeper workforce analytics
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Pricing climbs quickly once headcount grows beyond early-stage team sizes
Strengths and Limitations
Calamari Pros & Cons
Consider the practical advantages and limitations identified through SoftwareWorld's product assessment.
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Pros
- Leave tracking works across multiple countries with local holiday support
- Clock-in options include mobile, QR code, iBeacon, and web
- Integrates cleanly with Slack, Google Workspace, and Microsoft Teams
- Approval workflows feel logical and don't require admin hand-holding
- Mobile app lets employees request time off in seconds
- Attendance and leave modules can be purchased separately if needed
- Accrual policies handle complex rules without needing IT involvement
- Real-time attendance data surfaces quickly on the manager dashboard
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Cons
- Mobile app experience feels noticeably thinner than the desktop version
- Attendance tracking setup demands more configuration time than expected
- Reporting flexibility falls short for teams needing deeper workforce analytics
- Pricing climbs quickly once headcount grows beyond early-stage team sizes
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Category-Based Capabilities
Calamari Features
Each category combines the selected software category, its category-specific description, and the features assigned to that category.
Time Tracking Software 31 selected features Open category ↗ ⌄
Billable & Non-Billable Hours
Reporting/Analytics
Approval Process Control
Payroll Management
Vacation/Leave Tracking
Employee Scheduling
Attendance Tracking
Calendar Management
Employee Time Tracking
Online Time Tracking
Mobile Time Tracking
Time & Expense Tracking
Task Management
Clock In/Out
Timesheet Management
Offline Time Tracking
Alerts/Notifications
Leave Tracking
Project Tracking
Employee Database
Reminders
Sick Leave Tracking
Overtime Calculation
Project Management
Real Time Updates
Automatic Time Capture
Employee Management
Billing & Invoicing
Time Off Requests
Accounting Integration
Online Time Clock
Human Resources Software 27 selected features Open category ↗ ⌄
Performance Management
Employee Database
Applicant Tracking
Compensation Management
Employee Management
Recruitment Management
Employee Profiles
Succession Planning
Benefits Management
Time & Attendance
Learning & Development
Self Service Portal
Reporting/Analytics
Employee Onboarding
Training Management
Payroll Management
Sick Leave Tracking
HR Management
Calendar Management
Approval Process Control
Vacation/Leave Tracking
Document Management
360 Degree Feedback
Time Off Management
Compliance Management
Access Controls/Permissions
Attendance Tracking
Workforce Management Software 30 selected features Open category ↗ ⌄
Performance Metrics
Compliance Tracking
Attendance Management
Sick Leave Tracking
Recruitment Management
Reporting/Analytics
Real Time Notifications
Employee Management
Time & Attendance
Employee Scheduling
Reminders
Clock In/Out
Approval Process Control
Timesheet Management
Employee Database
Calendar Management
Performance Management
Shift Swapping
Time Off Management
Payroll Management
Budgeting/Forecasting
Self Service Portal
Activity Tracking
Vacation/Leave Tracking
Skills Tracking
Time Off Requests
Document Storage
Labor Forecasting
Automated Scheduling
Employee Onboarding
Absence Management Software 17 selected features Open category ↗ ⌄
Time Off Management
Approval Process Control
Reporting/Analytics
Employee Database
Role-Based Permissions
Calendar Management
Self Service Portal
Alerts/Notifications
Leave Policy Management
Sick Leave Tracking
Timesheet Management
Payroll Management
Reminders
Overtime Calculation
Employee Scheduling
Attendance Tracking
Time Tracking
Employee Scheduling Software 27 selected features Open category ↗ ⌄
Vacation/Leave Tracking
Employee Scheduling
Sick Leave Tracking
Messaging
Reporting/Analytics
Clock In/Out
Reminders
Mobile Alerts
Schedule Distribution
Payroll Management
Timesheet Management
Employee Portal
Shift Swapping
Calendar Management
Self Service Portal
Availability Management
Real Time Updates
GPS
Employee Management
Multi-Location
Task Scheduling
Overtime Calculation
Access Controls/Permissions
Employee Database
Compliance Management
Activity Tracking
Attendance Management
Time Clock Software 32 selected features Open category ↗ ⌄
Sick Leave Tracking
Payroll Management
Employee Database
Activity Tracking
GPS
Attendance Tracking
Self Service Portal
Overtime Calculation
Mobile Access
Project Time Tracking
Activity Dashboard
Employee Profiles
Vacation/Leave Tracking
Reporting/Analytics
Employee Management
Billable Items Tracking
Workstation Tracking
Online Time Clock
Time Off Requests
Calendar Management
Timesheet Management
Online Punch Card
Employee Time Tracking
Employee Portal
Biometric Recognition
Employee Scheduling
Approval Process Control
Automated Scheduling
Compliance Management
Geofencing
Shift Scheduling
2-Way Messaging
Attendance Tracking Software 19 selected features Open category ↗ ⌄
Employee Database
Employee Scheduling
Clock In/Out
Multi-Location
Calendar Management
Project Time Tracking
Mobile Access
Payroll Management
Vacation/Leave Tracking
Employee Management
Activity Dashboard
Leave Tracking
Reporting/Analytics
Overtime Calculation
Sick Leave Tracking
Self Service Portal
Time Tracking
Timesheet Management
Compliance Management
Leave Management System Software 7 selected features Open category ↗ ⌄
Leave Tracking
Leave Policy Management
Employee Scheduling
Approval Process Control
Calendar Management
Self Service Portal
FMLA Administration
Connected Applications
Calamari Integrations
Integration information is displayed only when approved integration products are available on the profile.
Microsoft Teams
Azure Active Directory External Identities
Google Workspace
Slack
Workable
Okta
Zapier
BambooHR
OneLogin
Pricing Information
Calamari Pricing
Pricing type, currency, trial availability, payment frequency, destination links, and package-level starting prices.
Time Off
$2
Per Month
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Verified User Feedback
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Calamari Reviews
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Chanwis W.
Managing Director
User-Friendly Leave Management with Helpful Support
User-Friendly Leave Management with Helpful Support
Reviewed on October, 2024
Fredrich L.
President
Versatile Leave Management with Room for Calendar Improvements
I really like that this software is available as a web app, mobile app, and can even be integrated with MS Teams, making it versatile for our team. However, the calendar could use improvements to make leave management clearer at a glance — for example, distinguishing approved vs. pending requests, partial vs. full-day leave, and clearly marking company holidays without needing to hover over dates. Overall, the software works well, but I do have to handle staff complaints as we transitioned from our previous in-house system and adjust to Calamari’s current limitations.
Reviewed on October, 2024
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Frequently Asked Questions
Calamari FAQs
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Calamari is a fantastic HR and attendance management system designed for simplicity. It streamlines time tracking, making it easy for employees to clock in and out. The intuitive interface ensures hassle-free leave management, allowing staff to request time off effortlessly. Calamari's automated features reduce administrative burdens, freeing up time for more strategic HR tasks. Its real-time attendance tracking provides accurate insights into workforce attendance patterns. The cloud-based platform allows convenient access from anywhere, supporting modern work dynamics. Calamari caters to various business sizes, offering customizable solutions for diverse needs. With its straightforward design and efficient features, Calamari is a reliable choice for businesses seeking efficient HR and attendance management solutions.
- No, Calamari does not offer a free version.
- Yes, Calamari offers a free trial.
- No, Credit Card details are not required for the Calamari trial.
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Calamari offers the following pricing plans & packages:
Time Off
$2 Per Month
- Yes, Calamari offers an API.
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Calamari can be integrated with the following applications:
- BambooHR , Workable , Google Workspace , Slack , Okta , OneLogin , Microsoft Teams , Zapier , Azure Active Directory External Identities
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Calamari offers support with the following options:
- Email , Chat , Knowledge Base
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Calamari offers training with the following options:
- Live Online , Webinar , Documentation , Videos
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Calamari supports the following languages:
- English , French , German , Polish , Spanish
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Following are the typical users of the Calamari:
- Small-Business , Midsize-Business , Large-Enterprise-Business
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Calamari supports the following deployment:
- Cloud Hosted
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Calamari supports the following devices and operating systems:
- Web-Based , iPhone , Android , Windows , Mac , Linux
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