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At a Glance
Bonusly
Bonusly
Star Rating
(6,298)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (58.5% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$3.00 1 Seat Per Month
Free Trial is available
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Guusto
Guusto
Star Rating
(5,020)4.9 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (49.4% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free Per Month
Free Trial is available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • G2 reviewers report that Bonusly excels in overall user satisfaction, with many users appreciating the platform's ability to foster a culture of recognition. Comments like "I like giving back recognition to my colleague" highlight how it encourages peer-to-peer acknowledgment.
  • Users say Guusto stands out for its flexibility in rewards, with a wide selection of stores available. One user noted, "Plenty of stores to choose from. Didn't feel rushed to finish shopping," which suggests that the variety enhances the user experience.
  • Reviewers mention that Bonusly's implementation process is generally smooth, with an intuitive onboarding wizard that helps new users get started quickly. This is a significant advantage for teams looking to adopt a recognition platform without extensive training.
  • According to verified reviews, Guusto shines in ease of use, with many users finding it "super easy to use" and appreciating the option to use a Mastercard, making it feel like cash. This simplicity can be a major draw for organizations wanting a straightforward recognition tool.
  • G2 reviewers highlight that while Bonusly has a strong focus on employee engagement, some users feel it could improve in areas like reporting features. In contrast, Guusto's reporting capabilities receive praise, with users noting its effectiveness in tracking recognition efforts.
  • Users report that both platforms offer solid support, but Guusto edges out with higher ratings in quality of support. Reviewers appreciate the responsiveness and helpfulness of Guusto's support team, which can be crucial for organizations needing assistance during implementation or ongoing use.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Bonusly
Team
$3.00
1 Seat Per Month
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Guusto
Free
Free
Per Month
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Free Trial
Bonusly
Free Trial is available
Guusto
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.4
5,112
9.7
3,869
Ease of Use
9.5
5,545
9.7
4,231
Ease of Setup
9.4
2,485
9.6
1,819
Ease of Admin
9.2
560
9.6
378
Quality of Support
9.3
3,597
9.7
3,387
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.3
546
9.7
371
Product Direction (% positive)
9.2
5,136
9.4
3,729
Features by Category
8.6
4,340
9.3
2,739
Platform Basics
8.3
3660
9.1
1963
8.9
3945
9.4
2289
9.1
3897
9.5
2275
Platform Content
8.5
3629
9.3
2072
Feature Not Available
9.0
1835
8.2
3438
9.1
1917
Platform Additional Functionality
8.3
3542
9.1
1825
8.7
3560
9.4
2097
8.0
3369
Feature Not Available
9.1
3876
9.4
2138
9.2
4115
9.6
2413
Rewards and IncentivesHide 11 FeaturesShow 11 Features
Not enough data
9.0
1,983
Rewards & Incentives
Not enough data
9.5
1829
Not enough data
9.4
1697
Not enough data
9.2
1518
Not enough data
9.2
1509
Not enough data
9.5
1736
Not enough data
9.2
1526
Not enough data
9.3
1565
Not enough data
9.1
1464
Not enough data
9.1
1482
Agentic AI - Rewards and Incentives
Not enough data
7.9
71
Not enough data
8.0
71
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
8.7
386
Not enough data
Core Features - Employee Experience Software
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.7
365
Not enough data
People Analytics - Employee Experience Software
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Advanced Features - Employee Experience Software
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.6
355
Not enough data
Employee Improvement - Employee Experience Software
8.5
358
Not enough data
8.4
352
Not enough data
9.3
370
Not enough data
8.7
2,092
Not enough data
Platform Basics
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.7
1699
Not enough data
8.5
1428
Not enough data
Platform Content
8.4
520
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.5
393
Not enough data
8.3
478
Not enough data
Platform Additional Functionality
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.5
393
Not enough data
9.5
1881
Not enough data
9.0
1606
Not enough data
Platform
8.5
1508
Not enough data
8.3
1386
Not enough data
8.4
1399
Not enough data
8.8
1497
Not enough data
9.1
1529
Not enough data
8.9
1435
Not enough data
8.5
1436
Not enough data
8.9
1496
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Bonusly
Bonusly
Guusto
Guusto
Bonusly and Guusto are categorized as Employee Recognition
Unique Categories
Bonusly
Bonusly is categorized as Employee Experience and Employee Engagement
Guusto
Guusto is categorized as Rewards and Incentives
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Bonusly
Bonusly
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
25.6%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
58.5%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
15.9%
Guusto
Guusto
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
27.2%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
49.4%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
23.4%
Reviewers' Industry
Bonusly
Bonusly
Computer Software
14.0%
Information Technology and Services
13.7%
Marketing and Advertising
8.2%
Hospital & Health Care
3.7%
Consumer Services
3.2%
Other
57.2%
Guusto
Guusto
Insurance
12.7%
Financial Services
9.9%
Hospital & Health Care
5.1%
Information Technology and Services
4.1%
Retail
3.4%
Other
64.8%
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Nectar
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Achievers
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Motivosity
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Kudos
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Guusto
Guusto Alternatives
Nectar
Nectar
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Awardco
Awardco
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Kudos
Kudos
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Motivosity
Motivosity
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Discussions
Bonusly
Bonusly Discussions
how can i add more hashtags?
2 Comments
Amulya T.
AT
there are few hashtags mentioned like team work pioneering etc.Read more
Can more hashtags be added while recognizing employees?
2 Comments
What is Bonusly?
1 Comment
RB
Bonusly offers following benefits: 1)Encourages a sense of team spirit 2)Encourages employee happiness 3)It is powerful employee relations...Read more
Guusto
Guusto Discussions
Why Use Guusto?
2 Comments
Leksi M.
LM
It was simply awesome It was simply awesome. The perfect gift I would say, where you can select what you would like to have from a huge selection. Read more
Does Guusto change its vendor partners?
2 Comments
Do points expire? Can you save them for a large reward?
2 Comments
Mihir M.
MM
Points(gift amount) doesn't expire, you can club them into getting a larger reward.Read more
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