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At a Glance
Firstup
Firstup
Star Rating
(203)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (76.2% of reviews)
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Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
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Vantage Circle
Vantage Circle
Star Rating
(10,552)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (84.4% of reviews)
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Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • G2 reviewers report that Vantage Circle excels in user satisfaction, boasting a significantly higher overall score compared to Firstup. Users appreciate its intuitive design, which makes navigating and redeeming rewards straightforward and enjoyable.
  • According to verified reviews, Firstup shines in enhancing employee communications, with users highlighting its ability to personalize messages and reduce notification overload. This feature helps ensure that employees receive relevant information without feeling overwhelmed.
  • Users say that Vantage Circle's platform is not only user-friendly but also encourages regular participation in employee recognition programs. The clean interface and seamless integration into engagement initiatives make it a favorite among teams looking to boost morale.
  • Reviewers mention that Firstup offers effective multi-channel delivery capabilities, allowing users to receive important updates via email and mobile apps. This flexibility is particularly appreciated by organizations aiming to keep their teams informed across various platforms.
  • G2 reviewers highlight that Vantage Circle provides excellent customer support, which is crucial for both employees and administrators. Users have noted that the support team is responsive and helpful, enhancing the overall experience of using the platform.
  • According to recent feedback, while Firstup has strong features for content delivery, it faces challenges in matching specific workflow needs, with some users reporting configuration difficulties. This contrasts with Vantage Circle, which is praised for its ease of setup and administration.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Firstup
Essential
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Vantage Circle
Grow
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Free Trial
Firstup
No trial information available
Vantage Circle
No trial information available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.5
178
9.2
9,202
Ease of Use
8.7
182
9.4
9,360
Ease of Setup
8.3
125
9.4
4,740
Ease of Admin
8.6
138
9.3
1,126
Quality of Support
8.7
160
9.2
8,704
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.2
134
9.4
1,131
Product Direction (% positive)
9.0
175
9.5
9,141
Features by Category
Employee CommunicationsHide 25 FeaturesShow 25 Features
8.0
121
Not enough data
Information Distribution
8.7
111
Not enough data
8.7
111
Not enough data
8.0
115
Not enough data
8.7
117
Not enough data
8.2
110
Not enough data
Employee Engagement
8.1
112
Not enough data
7.7
102
Not enough data
8.3
111
Not enough data
7.7
95
Not enough data
8.7
110
Not enough data
8.8
26
Not enough data
7.4
25
Not enough data
5.7
24
Not enough data
User Experience & Accessibility - Employee Communications
8.3
20
Not enough data
8.7
22
Not enough data
7.7
22
Not enough data
8.3
22
Not enough data
Content Distribution - Employee Communications
8.7
22
Not enough data
8.4
21
Not enough data
8.0
21
Not enough data
Additional Features - Employee Communications
6.8
20
Not enough data
7.9
22
Not enough data
7.3
20
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Employee Communications
7.8
6
Not enough data
7.2
6
Not enough data
Not enough data
9.0
6,149
Platform Basics
Not enough data
8.9
5379
Not enough data
9.1
5605
Not enough data
9.1
4619
Platform Content
Not enough data
8.9
5364
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.9
5293
Platform Additional Functionality
Not enough data
8.9
5171
Not enough data
9.0
5257
Not enough data
8.7
5511
Not enough data
9.0
5511
Not enough data
9.2
5679
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Enterprise Social Networking (ESN)Hide 13 FeaturesShow 13 Features
7.5
8
Not enough data
Content & Community Features - Enterprise Social Networking (ESN)
4.8
7
Not enough data
6.4
7
Not enough data
5.6
6
Not enough data
8.8
8
Not enough data
Admin & Reporting Features - Enterprise Social Networking (ESN)
8.8
8
Not enough data
7.1
8
Not enough data
8.3
7
Not enough data
8.1
8
Not enough data
9.2
8
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Enterprise Social Networking (ESN)
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Frontline Worker Communication PlatformsHide 19 FeaturesShow 19 Features
6.5
20
Not enough data
Administrative Tasks - Frontline Worker Communication Platforms
7.0
15
Not enough data
7.0
15
Not enough data
7.4
14
Not enough data
8.0
16
Not enough data
6.9
16
Not enough data
6.7
15
Not enough data
Communication Features - Frontline Worker Communication Platforms
6.0
14
Not enough data
3.2
14
Not enough data
9.0
18
Not enough data
8.1
18
Not enough data
Operations - Frontline Worker Communication Platforms
4.2
14
Not enough data
7.7
18
Not enough data
4.6
13
Not enough data
5.5
13
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Frontline Worker Communication Platforms
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Internal Newsletter SoftwareHide 10 FeaturesShow 10 Features
8.1
32
Not enough data
Newsletter Interface Features - Internal Newsletter Software
7.7
27
Not enough data
7.8
30
Not enough data
8.3
29
Not enough data
Newsletter Management Features - Internal Newsletter Software
7.3
28
Not enough data
7.6
29
Not enough data
8.5
29
Not enough data
Administrative Features - Internal Newsletter Software
8.8
30
Not enough data
8.6
29
Not enough data
8.7
29
Not enough data
8.1
28
Not enough data
7.5
18
9.1
1,134
Core Features - Employee Experience Software
7.0
17
9.1
1084
8.8
17
9.1
1077
People Analytics - Employee Experience Software
7.1
15
9.1
1076
7.3
15
9.1
1071
Advanced Features - Employee Experience Software
8.0
16
9.2
1066
7.6
14
9.1
1064
7.0
14
9.1
1060
Employee Improvement - Employee Experience Software
7.1
14
9.1
1066
7.1
14
9.1
1069
7.7
14
9.2
1065
Not enough data
9.1
3,183
Platform Basics
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.1
2336
Not enough data
9.0
2273
Platform Content
Not enough data
9.1
2285
Not enough data
9.0
2258
Not enough data
9.1
1814
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Platform Additional Functionality
Not enough data
9.1
2221
Not enough data
9.1
1814
Not enough data
9.1
2326
Not enough data
9.1
2241
Platform
Not enough data
9.0
2243
Not enough data
8.9
2123
Not enough data
8.9
2085
Not enough data
9.0
2133
Not enough data
9.2
2043
Not enough data
9.1
2134
Not enough data
9.0
2085
Not enough data
9.2
2134
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Firstup
Firstup
Vantage Circle
Vantage Circle
Firstup and Vantage Circle are categorized as Employee Experience
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Firstup
Firstup
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
3.5%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
20.3%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
76.2%
Vantage Circle
Vantage Circle
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
7.0%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
8.6%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
84.4%
Reviewers' Industry
Firstup
Firstup
Hospital & Health Care
18.3%
Manufacturing
9.4%
Information Technology and Services
6.9%
Retail
5.4%
Financial Services
5.4%
Other
54.5%
Vantage Circle
Vantage Circle
Information Technology and Services
28.1%
Computer Software
15.0%
Consulting
10.1%
Accounting
9.6%
Financial Services
4.8%
Other
32.3%
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Discussions
Firstup
Firstup Discussions
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Firstup has no discussions with answers
Vantage Circle
Vantage Circle Discussions
Do vantage fit program reward vantage points??
3 Comments
Sanjay S.
SS
Yes Sanjog, Vantage Fit also rewards with Vantage Points which you can utilize to redeem Gift Cards. Read more
What is Vantage Circle used for?
3 Comments
DP
Vantage Circle provides tools and services to enhance the workplace experience by improving employee engagement, recognition, rewards, and corporate...Read more
Do you have a Vantage mobile app for Android and IOS?
2 Comments
VC
Yes, we have the app for both android and iOS devices.Read more