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Compare Bonusly and Kudoboard

At a Glance
Bonusly
Bonusly
Star Rating
(6,311)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (58.4% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$3.00 1 Seat Per Month
Free Trial is available
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Kudoboard
Kudoboard
Star Rating
(993)4.8 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (40.6% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $299.00 Per Year
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 fostering a culture of recognition, with users appreciating the ability to give and receive rewards that acknowledge their contributions. One user mentioned, "I like giving back recognition to my colleague," highlighting the platform's effectiveness in promoting peer-to-peer appreciation.
  • Users say that Kudoboard offers a unique solution for team celebrations, particularly in larger offices. Reviewers noted that "it is much easier to circulate a card electronically," making it a convenient option for collaborative recognition, especially when team members are spread across different locations.
  • Reviewers mention that Bonusly's implementation process is quick and user-friendly, with many praising its intuitive onboarding features. This ease of setup allows teams to start recognizing achievements almost immediately, which is a significant advantage for organizations looking to boost morale quickly.
  • According to verified reviews, Kudoboard shines in its collaborative features, allowing multiple users to contribute to a single board. Users appreciate the "image and gif options," which add a personal touch to their messages, making the recognition feel more heartfelt and engaging.
  • G2 reviewers highlight that while Bonusly has a strong overall satisfaction score, it faces challenges in specific areas like reporting capabilities, which some users feel could be improved. In contrast, Kudoboard's performance metrics are generally well-received, with users noting its effectiveness in delivering a seamless experience across different countries.
  • Users report that Bonusly's rewards system is particularly effective, with many finding it motivating to receive points that can be redeemed for various perks. One user expressed, "Knowing respects me and know my work for rewards," indicating that the platform successfully aligns recognition with personal achievement.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Bonusly
Team
$3.00
1 Seat Per Month
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Kudoboard
Business Plan
Starting at $299.00
Per Year
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Free Trial
Bonusly
Free Trial is available
Kudoboard
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.4
5,118
9.4
671
Ease of Use
9.5
5,556
9.7
696
Ease of Setup
9.4
2,489
9.7
375
Ease of Admin
9.2
562
9.7
307
Quality of Support
9.3
3,600
9.5
297
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.3
548
9.6
247
Product Direction (% positive)
9.2
5,142
8.1
639
Features by Category
8.6
4,346
8.2
519
Platform Basics
8.3
3661
7.4
201
8.9
3945
9.0
392
9.1
3898
9.2
394
Platform Content
8.5
3629
8.6
276
Feature Not Available
8.1
230
8.2
3438
8.3
378
Platform Additional Functionality
8.3
3543
7.5
225
8.7
3560
8.6
286
8.0
3369
Feature Not Available
9.1
3877
Feature Not Available
9.2
4119
7.2
179
Rewards and IncentivesHide 11 FeaturesShow 11 Features
Not enough data
7.6
11
Rewards & Incentives
Not enough data
7.9
11
Not enough data
8.8
10
Not enough data
7.0
11
Not enough data
7.2
10
Not enough data
7.3
10
Not enough data
7.2
10
Not enough data
8.2
10
Not enough data
7.3
10
Not enough data
7.3
10
Agentic AI - Rewards and Incentives
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
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
2,093
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
1882
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
Kudoboard
Kudoboard
Bonusly and Kudoboard are categorized as Employee Recognition
Unique Categories
Bonusly
Bonusly is categorized as Employee Experience and Employee Engagement
Kudoboard
Kudoboard 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.)
58.4%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
15.9%
Kudoboard
Kudoboard
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
40.6%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
32.2%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
27.2%
Reviewers' Industry
Bonusly
Bonusly
Computer Software
14.0%
Information Technology and Services
13.7%
Marketing and Advertising
8.2%
Hospital & Health Care
3.6%
Consumer Services
3.2%
Other
57.3%
Kudoboard
Kudoboard
Information Technology and Services
7.8%
Hospital & Health Care
6.3%
Higher Education
6.1%
Non-Profit Organization Management
5.3%
Computer Software
4.9%
Other
69.6%
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Nectar
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Achievers
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Motivosity
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Kudos
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Kudoboard
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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
Kudoboard
Kudoboard Discussions
Is there a way to customize your own background / upload a photo for it?
2 Comments
Christine E.
CE
There is, if you are a paid user. For free boards, they do not seem to offer the customized background feature, aside from choosing from one of the...Read more
What is the best way to print a kudoboard into a book? Also, I'd like to know more about a Kudoboard account for the company and how that works. Currently we are just paying per Kudoboard.
1 Comment
sohaN360 a.
SA
I normally use Kudoboard for birthday, going away, etc.. what other ways have you used a Kudoboard other the ways that I have mentioned?
1 Comment
AL
nothing else so farRead more