50skills recognised as Best HR Software for Small Business 2025

Choosing the right HR technology is not easy. With so many solutions on the market, it can be difficult to know which tools will deliver real value and which might create more work than they solve. That is why independent evaluations matter.

We are proud to share that 50skills has been named Best HR Software for Small Business 2025 by SelectSoftware Reviews.

Why this award matters

SelectSoftware Reviews (SSR) is known for its rigorous evaluation process. Their team of HR technology experts invests hundreds of hours each year into researching, testing, and comparing solutions. This means their recognition is more than a badge because it signals that a product has been thoroughly assessed for usability, impact, and value.

Unlike marketing-driven award lists, SSR bases its recommendations on independent research, customer feedback, and practical insights into how HR tools are used every day. You can read more about how SelectSoftware Reviews evaluates HR tech vendors.

What SelectSoftware Reviews highlighted about 50skills

In their review, SelectSoftware Reviews called out three key strengths:

1. Ease of integration: the platform connects with existing tools such as HRIS, payroll, ATS, and communication platforms so organisations can avoid disruptive system changes.
2. Workflow flexibility: users can start from ready-to-use templates or build customised workflows from scratch.
3. AI-powered support: HR teams can reduce manual work by automating repetitive tasks such as document creation, approvals, and communication.

These strengths are particularly valuable for small businesses where resources are limited and efficiency matters.

What it means for our customers

Being recognised by SelectSoftware Reviews highlights our mission to make HR workflow automation simpler for organisations of all sizes. For small businesses in particular, where teams often balance multiple responsibilities, having reliable HR software that saves time and reduces manual work is crucial.

“Every time we face a new challenge, someone says, ‘Can’t we use 50skills to solve that?’—and usually the answer is YES.” - Bára Mjöll Ágústsdóttir, HR Director, Samskip

“50skills is a massive time saver. What used to take me one to two hours per case now takes just 5 to 20 minutes, and in some cases, there is no manual work at all.” - Jóhanna Magnúsdóttir, HR Specialist, Íslandshótel

Shifts in the HR technology landscape

This recognition also reflects a wider shift happening across HR. As automation and AI become standard, small businesses are looking for tools that not only reduce admin but also give them confidence in compliance and best practice. Independent awards like this help cut through the noise and highlight which solutions are genuinely delivering results.

What comes next

This award is a reflection of the trust organisations place in 50skills and the ongoing work we are doing to improve HR and recruitment workflows. We will continue building on this recognition by focusing on new innovations that make AI and automation easier to use, powerful in its impact, and accessible for businesses of every size.

To see what makes 50skills different, read the full SelectSoftware Reviews evaluation or book a time to chat with us.