Head-to-Head Specification Audit
BambooHR vs Tenable One
SMB HR Platform · Global
Specification Matrix
| Metric | BambooHR | Tenable One |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $108/moBetter | $4167/mo |
| API Rate Limit | 100 req/min | 300 req/minBetter |
| Target Country | Global | Global |
| Category | HR & Recruiting AI | NIS2 Cybersecurity Compliance |
| Compliance | GDPR, CCPA, POPIA | NIS2, DORA, ISO 27001, SOC2, CIS Controls, NIST CSF |
| Hosting Regions | US-East, EU-West | US-East, EU-West, AP-Southeast |
| Native Integrations | 6 listedBetter | 5 listed |
BambooHR — Key Specs
- ✓Easiest HR platform for companies 10–500 employees
- ✓Onboarding workflows, eSignatures, PTO tracking in one platform
- ✓Mobile-first design with Android/iOS apps
- ✓POPIA-compatible data export and deletion tools added 2024
Tenable One — Key Specs
- ✓44,000+ customers globally — largest vulnerability management install base
- ✓Covers OT/ICS systems — critical for NIS2 essential services
- ✓AI-powered attack path analysis predicts what attackers will target next
- ✓Pre-built NIS2 and DORA compliance dashboards
- ✓Integrates with 200+ security tools
Frequently Asked Questions
What is cheaper, BambooHR or Tenable One?+
BambooHR starts at $108/mo, which is lower than Tenable One at $4167/mo.
Which tool is better for compliance — BambooHR or Tenable One?+
BambooHR additionally supports GDPR, CCPA, POPIA. Tenable One additionally supports NIS2, DORA, ISO 27001, SOC2, CIS Controls, NIST CSF.
Is BambooHR or Tenable One compliant with South Africa's POPIA?+
BambooHR supports POPIA compliance. Tenable One does not list POPIA as a supported framework.
Which has a higher API rate limit — BambooHR or Tenable One?+
Tenable One has a higher API rate limit at 300 requests per minute. BambooHR: 100 req/min. Tenable One: 300 req/min.
Which tool is better suited for Global?+
BambooHR is evaluated for SMB HR Platform in Global with hosting regions: US-East, EU-West. Tenable One has hosting regions: US-East, EU-West, AP-Southeast. For data residency in Global, check each vendor's data processing agreements.
Data last verified: 3 July 2026
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