# Top Free Performance Management Software

Check out our list of free Performance Management Software. Products featured on this list are the ones that offer a free trial version. As with most free versions, there are limitations, typically time or features.

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### [Lattice](https://www.g2.com/products/lattice-lattice/reviews)

[By Lattice](https://www.g2.com/sellers/lattice)

[

(4,114)4.7 out of 5
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Product Description

Lattice is the leading People + AI platform that embeds performance and people management directly into the flow of work. Powered by AI, it connects people, goals, performance, engagement, growth, and

**Users:** Software Engineer, Customer Success Manager · **Industries:** Computer Software, Information Technology and Services · **Market Segment:** 74% Mid-Market, 13% Small-Business

User SentimentHow are these determined?

Reviewers appreciate Lattice's user-friendly interface, its ability to integrate with Google calendar, and its AI features that enhance 1:1s and reviews. Users mentioned that the user experience layout could be improved, the pricing could be more competitive, and the platform lacks a search option to review previous completed reviews.

Year Founded
2015

HQ Location
San Francisco, California

Company Website
https://www.lattice.com/

Twitter
@LatticeHQ

LinkedIn® Page
https://www.linkedin.com/company/10653469/

### [BambooHR](https://www.g2.com/products/bamboohr/reviews)

[By BambooHR](https://www.g2.com/sellers/bamboohr)

[

(5,717)4.4 out of 5
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Product Description

BambooHR® is an all-in-one HR software solution designed to eliminate inefficiencies and simplify people management. Trusted by thousands of companies in over 150 countries, BambooHR centralizes your

**Users:** HR Manager, Human Resources Manager · **Industries:** Computer Software, Information Technology and Services · **Market Segment:** 61% Mid-Market, 26% Small-Business

User SentimentHow are these determined?

Users like the user-friendly interface, the convenience it provides in managing HR tasks, and the seamless process of requesting time off and tracking leave. Users experienced issues with the mobile app's speed and responsiveness, limitations in customization options, and inaccuracies in the AI feature.

Year Founded
2008

HQ Location
Draper, UT

Company Website
https://www.bamboohr.com

Twitter
@bamboohr

LinkedIn® Page
https://www.linkedin.com/company/2049060/

Phone
1-866-387-9595

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### [Leapsome](https://www.g2.com/products/leapsome/reviews)

[By Leapsome](https://www.g2.com/sellers/leapsome)

[

(2,492)4.8 out of 5
](https://www.g2.com/products/leapsome/reviews#reviews "Read Leapsome Reviews")

Product Description

Leapsome is the only HR platform with AI that raises your talent density, built on the deepest people data foundation in HR. One platform spanning HRIS, recruiting, talent, and AI: every employee’s fu

**Users:** Software Engineer, Senior Software Engineer · **Industries:** Information Technology and Services, Computer Software · **Market Segment:** 63% Mid-Market, 19% Enterprise

User SentimentHow are these determined?

Reviewers appreciate Leapsome's user-friendly interface, its ability to streamline performance reviews and goal tracking, and its integration with other tools like Slack. Reviewers experienced a steep learning curve due to the platform's numerous features and customization options, and some found the navigation to be overwhelming with many sections and features visible at once.

Year Founded
2016

HQ Location
New York, New York, United States

Company Website
https://www.leapsome.com

Twitter
@leapsome

LinkedIn® Page
https://www.linkedin.com/company/17954843/

### [Paylocity](https://www.g2.com/products/paylocity/reviews)

[By Paylocity](https://www.g2.com/sellers/paylocity)

[

(6,080)4.4 out of 5
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Product Description

Paylocity delivers the most innovative technology bringing HR, Finance, and IT together in one modern, easy-to-use platform to empower teams, simplify processes, and deliver real results. Run payroll,

**Users:** HR Manager, Controller · **Industries:** Computer Software, Information Technology and Services · **Market Segment:** 69% Mid-Market, 19% Small-Business

User SentimentHow are these determined?

Users like the user-friendly interface, the seamless integration of various HR functions, the quick and helpful support from the account manager, and the convenience of accessing the platform from both computer and phone. Reviewers mentioned issues with the report writer being difficult to use, the AI assistant not being fully helpful, the lack of detailed help on certain features, and occasional slow response times from customer support.

Year Founded
1997

HQ Location
Schaumburg, IL

Company Website
https://www.paylocity.com

Twitter
@Paylocity

LinkedIn® Page
https://www.linkedin.com/company/24614/

Ownership
NASDAQ: PCTY

### [15Five](https://www.g2.com/products/15five/reviews)

[By 15Five](https://www.g2.com/sellers/15five)

[

(1,915)4.6 out of 5
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Product Description

15Five is the AI-powered performance management platform built for business impact. 15Five’s AI-powered all-in-one people management system is easy to use, delivers effortless insights, and enables ma

**Users:** Software Engineer, Customer Success Manager · **Industries:** Computer Software, Information Technology and Services · **Market Segment:** 57% Mid-Market, 29% Small-Business

User SentimentHow are these determined?

Reviewers frequently mention the platform's ability to streamline communication, foster transparency, and promote continuous feedback, with features like 'High Fives' for recognition and easy-to-use check-ins. Reviewers experienced some initial complexity with the platform's numerous features, and some found the setup process overwhelming, suggesting a need for more intuitive onboarding and customization options.

Year Founded
2011

HQ Location
San Francisco, CA

Company Website
https://15five.com

Twitter
@15Five

LinkedIn® Page
https://www.linkedin.com/company/2155573/

### [Keka](https://www.g2.com/products/keka/reviews)

[By Keka Technologies](https://www.g2.com/sellers/keka-technologies)

[

(2,196)4.4 out of 5
](https://www.g2.com/products/keka/reviews#reviews "Read Keka Reviews")

Product Description

Keka is a global People and Project Operations Platform designed for growing businesses to align teams, drive performance, and streamline HR, payroll, and project delivery. From hiring and onboardi

**Users:** HR Manager, HR Executive · **Industries:** Information Technology and Services, Computer Software · **Market Segment:** 68% Mid-Market, 20% Small-Business

User SentimentHow are these determined?

Users like Keka's user-friendly interface, its ability to streamline HR processes, and the transparency it provides in HR operations, along with its efficient report generation and data interpretation features. Reviewers noted that the initial setup can be challenging, the reporting and dashboard customization could be improved, and some workflows require too many clicks, also the mobile app and search functionality could be enhanced.

Year Founded
2015

HQ Location
Seattle, US

Company Website
https://www.keka.com

Twitter
@kekahr\_official

LinkedIn® Page
https://www.linkedin.com/company/6417440/

### [Employment Hero](https://www.g2.com/products/employment-hero/reviews)

[By Employment Hero](https://www.g2.com/sellers/employment-hero)

[

(3,600)4.4 out of 5
](https://www.g2.com/products/employment-hero/reviews#reviews "Read Employment Hero Reviews")

Product Description

Employment Hero is an AI Employment Operating System (OS) that unifies recruitment, HR, payroll and benefits into one automated infrastructure for SMEs and growing organisations. Built to remove every

**Users:** HR Manager, Finance Manager · **Industries:** Hospital & Health Care, Construction · **Market Segment:** 14% Mid-Market, 10% Small-Business

User SentimentHow are these determined?

Users like the platform's user-friendly interface, the ability to have all employee information in one place, and the efficiency it brings to HR and payroll management. Users mentioned issues with slow customer service, complex rules, system errors, lack of customizability, and occasional difficulties in navigating the platform.

Year Founded
2014

HQ Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Company Website
https://employmenthero.com

Twitter
@EmploymentHero

LinkedIn® Page
https://www.linkedin.com/company/employment-hero/

### [Engagedly](https://www.g2.com/products/engagedly/reviews)

[By Engagedly](https://www.g2.com/sellers/engagedly)

[

(538)4.3 out of 5
](https://www.g2.com/products/engagedly/reviews#reviews "Read Engagedly Reviews")

Product Description

Engagedly is an AI talent management platform that helps organizations manage performance, engagement, learning, growth, and recognition in one unified experience. Powered by Marissa, its AI SuperAgen

**Users:** Data Associate, Project Manager · **Industries:** Information Technology and Services, Computer Software · **Market Segment:** 61% Mid-Market, 28% Enterprise

 ![Faisal P.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Faisal P.")
FP

It is one of the best Performance Management Software (if not the best)!! The experience overall is great. It's very easy to create goals, fill...[Read review](https://www.g2.com/products/engagedly/reviews/engagedly-review-7218491)

 ![Vinay K.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Vinay K.")
VK

We can create the goals in engagedly. We can fill check-ins in engagedly. We can give shout-outs to deserving persons in engagedly.[Read review](https://www.g2.com/products/engagedly/reviews/engagedly-review-7224284)

Year Founded
2015

HQ Location
St. Louis, MO

Company Website
https://engagedly.com/

Twitter
@engagedlyInc

LinkedIn® Page
https://www.linkedin.com/company/9246522/

### [SAP SuccessFactors HCM](https://www.g2.com/products/sap-sap-successfactors-hcm/reviews)

[By SAP](https://www.g2.com/sellers/sap)

[

(1,657)4.1 out of 5
](https://www.g2.com/products/sap-sap-successfactors-hcm/reviews#reviews "Read SAP SuccessFactors HCM Reviews")

Product Description

SAP SuccessFactors HCM is a global, AI-powered cloud HR suite designed to help organizations thrive in a fast-moving world. With 100+ localizations, it delivers real-time visibility and connected solu

**Users:** Recruiter, Consultant · **Industries:** Information Technology and Services, Computer Software · **Market Segment:** 56% Enterprise, 34% Mid-Market

User SentimentHow are these determined?

Reviewers frequently mention the system's ability to unify HR processes globally, offer AI-driven experiences for employees and managers, and support local compliance. Users mentioned the platform's complex navigation dashboard, limited customization, weaker reporting analytics, and the need for new users to be trained.

Year Founded
1972

HQ Location
Walldorf

Company Website
https://www.sap.com/

Twitter
@SAP

LinkedIn® Page
https://www.linkedin.com/company/sap/

Ownership
NYSE:SAP

Phone
+1 (800) 872-1727

### [StaffCircle - Performance Management Platform](https://www.g2.com/products/staffcircle-performance-management-platform/reviews)

[By StaffCircle](https://www.g2.com/sellers/staffcircle)

[

(458)4.3 out of 5
](https://www.g2.com/products/staffcircle-performance-management-platform/reviews#reviews "Read StaffCircle - Performance Management Platform Reviews")

Product Description

StaffCircle is a unified, mobile-first Employee Success Platform for mid-sized (50–5,000 staff) distributed organisations across the UK, US, and Canada. It cuts admin work by 90%, reduces turnover by

**Industries:** Construction, Automotive · **Market Segment:** 81% Mid-Market, 19% Small-Business

 ![Martin E.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Martin E.")
ME

It is intuitive and easy to use and offers some great functionality around holiday tracking, eNPS and performance appraisal.[Read review](https://www.g2.com/products/staffcircle-performance-management-platform/reviews/staffcircle-performance-management-platform-review-8637347)

 ![Paulo d.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Paulo d.")
PD

Easy to operate and a friendly interface.[Read review](https://www.g2.com/products/staffcircle-performance-management-platform/reviews/staffcircle-performance-management-platform-review-8701294)

Year Founded
2018

HQ Location
Leicester, GB

Company Website
https://www.staffcircle.com

Twitter
@staffcircle

LinkedIn® Page
https://www.linkedin.com/company/27170928/

### [Mitratech Perform](https://www.g2.com/products/mitratech-perform/reviews)

[By Mitratech](https://www.g2.com/sellers/mitratech)

[

(454)4.2 out of 5
](https://www.g2.com/products/mitratech-perform/reviews#reviews "Read Mitratech Perform Reviews")

Product Description

Mitratech Perform transforms your review process from a time-consuming administrative task into a powerful tool for driving employee engagement and development. Designed for HR leaders and growing

**Users:** Human Resources Manager, Director of Human Resources · **Industries:** Information Technology and Services, Non-Profit Organization Management · **Market Segment:** 69% Mid-Market, 21% Small-Business

 ![Verified User in Non-Profit Organization Management](/assets/icons/anonymous-avatar-purple-4ae1032bdb50ee5682003170c8184aee790d25958bd397abbd384ba52c596a7b.svg "Verified User in Non-Profit Organization Management")
AN

The New Reviewsnap recently implemented has impressive functionality, including reporting and analytics, intuitive processes and support as well as...[Read review](https://www.g2.com/products/mitratech-perform/reviews/mitratech-perform-review-4341453)

 ![Steve C.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Steve C.")
SC

1. The communication during the sales process/initial set up was excellent. I looked at 7 other systems and this met our needs more than any other...[Read review](https://www.g2.com/products/mitratech-perform/reviews/mitratech-perform-review-4566231)

Year Founded
1987

HQ Location
Austin, TX 

Company Website
https://mitratech.com

Twitter
@MitratechLegal

LinkedIn® Page
https://www.linkedin.com/company/mitratech/

### [Mesh](https://www.g2.com/products/mesh/reviews)

[By People Mesh](https://www.g2.com/sellers/people-mesh)

[

(356)4.4 out of 5
](https://www.g2.com/products/mesh/reviews#reviews "Read Mesh Reviews")

Product Description

CEOs and HR leaders today need to build market-leading organizations in the face of ever-increasing disruption and evolving talent expectations. Research has indicated that fewer than 5% of an organiz

**Users:** Software Engineer, Manager · **Industries:** Information Technology and Services, Computer Software · **Market Segment:** 53% Mid-Market, 35% Enterprise

User SentimentHow are these determined?

Reviewers like the strong connectivity of the mesh networks, the ease of use, the 1:1 meeting system with managers, and the quality of the user interface. Reviewers mentioned that goal setting can be complex, user experience could be improved, and there is a need for additional features and more interesting design.

Year Founded
2020

HQ Location
San Jose, US

Company Website
https://mesh.ai/

Twitter
@meshdotai

LinkedIn® Page
https://www.linkedin.com/company/peoplemesh

### [Peoplebox.ai](https://www.g2.com/products/peoplebox-ai/reviews)

[By Peoplebox.ai](https://www.g2.com/sellers/peoplebox-ai)

[

(365)4.5 out of 5
](https://www.g2.com/products/peoplebox-ai/reviews#reviews "Read Peoplebox.ai Reviews")

Product Description

Peoplebox.ai (YC-backed) is an AI-native talent platform that helps companies hire, manage, and grow their people in one place. Trusted by over 500 companies, it combines a powerful talent manageme

**Users:** Software Engineer, Product Manager · **Industries:** Computer Software, Information Technology and Services · **Market Segment:** 74% Mid-Market, 14% Small-Business

User SentimentHow are these determined?

Users like the intuitive interface, structured workflow, and seamless integration with team collaboration, which aids in streamlining quarterly reviews, goal alignment, and progress tracking, and enhances visibility and accountability. Users reported issues with the user interface, finding it complicated and clunky at times, and expressed a need for more flexible custom reporting options, additional automation features, and better integration with third-party applications.

Year Founded
2019

HQ Location
San Francisco, California

Company Website
https://www.peoplebox.ai

Twitter
@peopleboxai

LinkedIn® Page
https://www.linkedin.com/company/14384500/

### [Paycor](https://www.g2.com/products/paycor/reviews)

[By Paycor](https://www.g2.com/sellers/paycor)

[

(1,363)3.9 out of 5
](https://www.g2.com/products/paycor/reviews#reviews "Read Paycor Reviews")

Product Description

Paycor, a Paychex company, offers the most comprehensive, flexible, and innovative Human Capital Management (HCM) platform on the market. Paycor unifies employee data in a single system while seamless

**Users:** HR Manager, Human Resources Manager · **Industries:** Hospital & Health Care, Non-Profit Organization Management · **Market Segment:** 71% Mid-Market, 18% Small-Business

User SentimentHow are these determined?

Reviewers like the ease of use, the ability to manage multiple HR functions in one platform, and the quick resolution of issues when they arise. Users reported challenges with the initial setup, slow customer service response times, and occasional technical issues with the software.

Year Founded
1990

HQ Location
Cincinnati, OH

Company Website
https://www.paycor.com

Twitter
@PaycorInc

LinkedIn® Page
https://www.linkedin.com/company/22803/

Ownership
NASDAQ: PYCR

### [Zoho People](https://www.g2.com/products/zoho-people/reviews)

[By Zoho](https://www.g2.com/sellers/zoho-b00ca9d5-bca8-41b5-a8ad-275480841704)

[

(422)4.4 out of 5
](https://www.g2.com/products/zoho-people/reviews#reviews "Read Zoho People Reviews")

Product Description

Zoho People is a cloud-based HR software designed to help businesses streamline and automate their HR processes—right from onboarding to offboarding. It offers a comprehensive suite of tools including

**Users:** Software Engineer, HR Manager · **Industries:** Information Technology and Services, Computer Software · **Market Segment:** 55% Mid-Market, 33% Small-Business

PY

What stands out most about Zoho People is how well it balances core HR functionality with simplicity and cost‑effectiveness, especially for small...[Read review](https://www.g2.com/products/zoho-people/reviews/zoho-people-review-12555586)

AS

Zoho People offers a smooth and user-friendly HR management experience, especially for small to mid-sized teams. The interface is intuitive, making...[Read review](https://www.g2.com/products/zoho-people/reviews/zoho-people-review-12617902)

Year Founded
1996

HQ Location
Austin, TX

Company Website
https://www.zoho.com

Twitter
@Zoho

LinkedIn® Page
https://www.linkedin.com/company/38373/

Phone
+1 (888) 900-9646 

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