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Compare HeyTaco and Kudos 
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (61.9% of reviews)
Mid-Market (48.6% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$3.00 1 Users Per Month
Contact Us 15 years of experience in recognition & rewards
HeyTaco
Star Rating
(661)4.8 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (61.9% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$3.00 1 Users Per Month
Browse all 2 pricing plansKudos
Star Rating
(2,512)4.8 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (48.6% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Contact Us 15 years of experience in recognition & rewards
Learn more about KudosSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Kudos excels in overall user satisfaction, reflected in its higher G2 Score. Users appreciate the platform's ability to provide instant recognition, with one reviewer noting, "I like the ability to give instant recognition to others. It is very easy and quick."
- Users say that HeyTaco brings a fun and interactive element to the workplace, making it easy to celebrate coworkers' successes. One user mentioned, "It keeps things interactive and it really helps team building," highlighting its effectiveness in fostering team spirit.
- According to verified reviews, Kudos has a significantly larger volume of recent feedback, indicating a more active user base. With 280 recent reviews compared to HeyTaco's 5, Kudos users are more engaged and likely to share their experiences.
- Reviewers mention that both platforms are user-friendly, but Kudos edges out slightly with a higher ease of use rating. Users have expressed their appreciation for the intuitive design, with one stating, "Collecting points to buy gifts is another feature I value as it motivates me."
- G2 reviewers highlight that while both products offer solid support, Kudos has a more robust presence in the market, which may translate to better long-term reliability. Users have noted, "It’s a chance to show appreciation for those who show compassion and are helpful," suggesting a supportive community around the product.
- Users report that HeyTaco's unique approach to recognition through fun elements like stickers makes it appealing, but some may find it less comprehensive than Kudos. One user remarked, "The coolest way to reward a fellow team member is through a taco," indicating a playful but potentially limited recognition strategy.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
HeyTaco
Classic
$3.00
1 Users Per Month
- Fun social recognition
- Meaningful custom rewards
- Insightful tagging for core values
Kudos
Kudos Recognition & Rewards
Contact Us
15 years of experience in recognition & rewards
- Peer-to-peer recognition
- Top-down recognition
- Incentive Programs
Free Trial
HeyTaco
Free Trial is available
Kudos
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
9.4
544
9.5
2,048
Ease of Use
9.4
562
9.6
2,117
Ease of Setup
9.2
201
9.4
823
Ease of Admin
9.3
64
9.3
146
Quality of Support
9.4
327
9.4
1,652
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.4
59
9.6
152
Product Direction (% positive)
8.8
540
9.3
2,078
Features by Category
Platform Basics
8.5
314
8.4
986
8.8
374
9.0
1081
9.3
364
9.2
1077
Platform Content
8.9
173
8.7
996
Feature Not Available
8.1
964
Feature Not Available
8.3
976
Platform Additional Functionality
9.0
353
8.4
957
9.1
317
8.6
993
7.8
264
Feature Not Available
9.3
384
9.2
1060
9.0
408
9.3
1149
Rewards & Incentives
Not enough data
9.1
441
Not enough data
8.8
419
Not enough data
8.0
403
Not enough data
7.9
407
Not enough data
8.7
410
Not enough data
8.2
399
Not enough data
8.5
399
Not enough data
8.4
398
Not enough data
8.3
394
Agentic AI - Rewards and Incentives
Not enough data
7.5
210
Not enough data
7.7
209
Core Features
8.3
74
Not enough data
8.7
79
Not enough data
9.2
83
Not enough data
8.9
79
Not enough data
Additional Features-
8.4
75
Not enough data
7.9
73
Not enough data
7.6
73
Not enough data
Interoperability
8.5
77
Not enough data
8.6
73
Not enough data
9.3
82
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Core Features - Employee Experience Software
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.0
137
People Analytics - Employee Experience Software
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Advanced Features - Employee Experience Software
Not enough data
8.9
133
Not enough data
8.7
133
Not enough data
9.1
136
Employee Improvement - Employee Experience Software
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.4
139
Agentic AI - Productivity Bots
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform Basics
Not enough data
8.9
673
Not enough data
9.0
678
Not enough data
8.8
471
Platform Content
Not enough data
8.9
620
Not enough data
8.8
592
Not enough data
9.0
625
Not enough data
8.6
434
Platform Additional Functionality
Not enough data
9.0
636
Not enough data
9.0
625
Not enough data
9.7
914
Not enough data
9.2
749
Platform
Not enough data
8.8
419
Not enough data
8.5
382
Not enough data
8.8
394
Not enough data
9.0
411
Not enough data
9.4
432
Not enough data
8.9
417
Not enough data
8.8
398
Not enough data
9.1
420
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
HeyTaco and Kudos are categorized as Employee Recognition
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
HeyTaco
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Kudos
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Computer Software
20.2%
Information Technology and Services
17.3%
Marketing and Advertising
13.3%
Non-Profit Organization Management
3.1%
Insurance
2.9%
Other
43.3%
Telecommunications
12.0%
Hospital & Health Care
8.3%
Consumer Services
6.0%
Retail
4.5%
Information Technology and Services
4.5%
Other
64.8%
Discussions
What are tacos in slack?
6 Comments
LS
Tacos in Slack are a deliciously fun way of showing appreciation to your coworkers - and no calories!!Read more
What is HeyTaco app?
1 Comment
DD
HeyTaco helps build stronger company culture by inspiring positive communication and bringing people together through social recognition.
Each person has...Read more
How do I request a prize.
3 Comments
OS
Joel has a good answer for you though Your Kudos Administrator might have defined for every amount of point a reward for it, you will need also to contact...Read more
What is the best way to get points added so you can get rewards?
3 Comments
OZ
Up to my experience, the best way is to ask your colleagues to help you.Read more
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