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At a Glance
Bonusly
Bonusly
Star Rating
(6,297)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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Nectar
Nectar
Star Rating
(8,169)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (72.7% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Contact Us 1 User Per Month
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • G2 reviewers report that both Bonusly and Nectar excel in user satisfaction, each boasting a solid star rating of 4.7. However, Nectar's slightly higher G2 Scores in employee recognition and experience suggest that users may find it more effective for fostering a culture of appreciation within their teams.
  • Users say that Bonusly's platform is particularly effective for peer recognition, with many appreciating the ability to give and receive rewards easily. One user noted, "I like giving back recognition to my colleague," highlighting the platform's focus on community and acknowledgment.
  • According to verified reviews, Nectar stands out for its user-friendly interface and ease of setup. Reviewers mention that it is "very easy to use" and "has a fairly clean user interface," making it a great choice for organizations looking to implement a recognition program without overwhelming their employees.
  • Reviewers mention that while both platforms offer strong support, Nectar edges out with a higher quality of support rating. Users have noted that Nectar's support team is responsive and helpful, which can be crucial for organizations needing assistance during implementation.
  • Users report that Bonusly shines in its ability to integrate with existing workflows, with many finding it easy to share opinions and rewards points. This feature helps create a more engaged workplace, as one user expressed, "Knowing respects me and know my work for rewards."
  • According to recent feedback, Nectar helps build relationships within teams, especially for new managers. Users appreciate how it "helps recognize our internal team," which can significantly boost morale and positivity among coworkers, making it a strong contender for enhancing employee engagement.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Bonusly
Team
$3.00
1 Seat Per Month
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Nectar
Plus
Contact Us
1 User Per Month
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Free Trial
Bonusly
Free Trial is available
Nectar
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.4
5,112
9.4
6,558
Ease of Use
9.5
5,544
9.4
6,956
Ease of Setup
9.4
2,485
9.4
2,494
Ease of Admin
9.2
560
9.4
392
Quality of Support
9.3
3,597
9.5
4,790
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.3
546
9.5
392
Product Direction (% positive)
9.2
5,136
8.9
6,647
Features by Category
8.6
4,340
8.7
6,164
Platform Basics
8.3
3660
8.3
4572
8.9
3945
9.1
5583
9.1
3897
9.2
5447
Platform Content
8.5
3629
8.7
4832
Feature Not Available
8.0
4298
8.2
3438
8.4
4499
Platform Additional Functionality
8.3
3542
8.3
4435
8.7
3560
8.7
4816
8.0
3369
8.4
4693
9.1
3876
9.2
5433
9.2
4115
9.3
5782
Rewards and IncentivesHide 11 FeaturesShow 11 Features
Not enough data
8.3
642
Rewards & Incentives
Not enough data
9.3
633
Not enough data
8.9
577
Not enough data
7.9
533
Not enough data
7.8
532
Not enough data
8.8
560
Not enough data
8.2
532
Not enough data
8.4
532
Not enough data
8.2
523
Not enough data
8.2
517
Agentic AI - Rewards and Incentives
Not enough data
7.6
401
Not enough data
7.8
399
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Internal Newsletter SoftwareHide 10 FeaturesShow 10 Features
Not enough data
8.9
23
Newsletter Interface Features - Internal Newsletter Software
Not enough data
9.1
23
Not enough data
8.8
23
Not enough data
9.2
22
Newsletter Management Features - Internal Newsletter Software
Not enough data
8.9
23
Not enough data
9.0
23
Not enough data
8.8
23
Administrative Features - Internal Newsletter Software
Not enough data
8.8
23
Not enough data
8.8
23
Not enough data
8.6
23
Not enough data
9.0
22
8.7
386
8.7
176
Core Features - Employee Experience Software
Feature Not Available
8.6
161
8.7
365
9.0
164
People Analytics - Employee Experience Software
Feature Not Available
8.7
160
Feature Not Available
8.8
161
Advanced Features - Employee Experience Software
Feature Not Available
8.7
159
Feature Not Available
8.5
157
8.6
355
8.7
156
Employee Improvement - Employee Experience Software
8.5
358
8.6
161
8.4
352
8.6
159
9.3
370
9.2
168
8.7
2,092
8.6
938
Platform Basics
Feature Not Available
8.5
793
8.7
1699
8.5
795
8.5
1428
8.4
787
Platform Content
8.4
520
8.4
779
Feature Not Available
8.3
769
8.5
393
8.6
790
8.3
478
8.1
763
Platform Additional Functionality
Feature Not Available
8.4
767
8.5
393
8.6
790
9.5
1881
9.5
832
9.0
1606
8.8
777
Platform
8.5
1508
8.5
850
8.3
1386
8.2
831
8.4
1399
8.3
806
8.8
1497
8.7
803
9.1
1529
9.2
824
8.9
1435
8.9
813
8.5
1436
8.4
798
8.9
1496
9.0
806
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Bonusly
Bonusly
Nectar
Nectar
Bonusly and Nectar are categorized as Employee Recognition, Employee Experience, and Employee Engagement
Unique Categories
Bonusly
Bonusly has no unique categories
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%
Nectar
Nectar
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
20.2%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
72.7%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
7.1%
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%
Nectar
Nectar
Hospital & Health Care
7.4%
Financial Services
4.6%
Banking
4.3%
Information Technology and Services
4.0%
Marketing and Advertising
3.8%
Other
75.9%
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Nectar
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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
Nectar
Nectar Discussions
why do we need so many points for things?
4 Comments
Isha T.
IT
to redeem points for gift cards :)Read more
When will there be availability to issue recognition even when we are out of points to award?
3 Comments
CA
The first of the monthRead more
can I send a messages with Nectar?
3 Comments
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