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At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (48.7% of reviews)
Mid-Market (49.8% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Contact Us 15 years of experience in recognition & rewards
Starting at $1.00 Per Month
Kudos
Star Rating
(2,524)4.8 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (48.7% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Contact Us 15 years of experience in recognition & rewards
Learn more about KudosRecognize
Star Rating
(813)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (49.8% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $1.00 Per Month
Free Trial is available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Kudos excels in user satisfaction, boasting a higher overall score compared to Recognize. 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."
- According to verified reviews, Kudos has a significantly larger number of recent reviews, indicating a more active user base. This suggests that users are consistently engaging with the platform, which is reflected in feedback like, "I use Kudos for giving recognition to colleagues, which provides inspiration to keep going."
- Users say that Kudos offers a more intuitive setup and administration experience. Reviewers highlight the ease of use, with one mentioning, "Collecting points to buy gifts is another feature I value," showcasing how the platform integrates seamlessly into daily workflows.
- Reviewers mention that Recognize provides valuable visibility into personal achievements, which can enhance team morale. One user shared, "I like how Recognize allows others (and myself) to see the accomplishments I have made throughout the years," indicating its effectiveness in fostering a culture of appreciation.
- G2 reviewers note that while Recognize has a solid focus on team contributions, it may not match the overall satisfaction levels of Kudos. Users appreciate the platform's ability to celebrate wins, but some feel it lacks the same level of engagement and ease of use as Kudos.
- According to recent feedback, both platforms have their strengths, but Kudos stands out for its robust features and user-friendly design. Users enjoy the social feedback aspect of Kudos, with one stating, "It’s a chance to show appreciation for those who show compassion and are helpful," highlighting the community-building aspect of the tool.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Kudos
Kudos Recognition & Rewards
Contact Us
15 years of experience in recognition & rewards
- Peer-to-peer recognition
- Top-down recognition
- Incentive Programs
Recognize
Start-Up
Starting at $1.00
Per Month
Recognize and celebrate staff with a company value-driven program
- Configurable company rewards
- Single Sign On
- Customizable badges and badge-badging
Free Trial
Kudos
No trial information availableRecognize
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.5
2,053
9.2
619
Ease of Use
9.6
2,122
9.3
648
Ease of Setup
9.4
826
9.1
146
Ease of Admin
9.3
146
9.1
41
Quality of Support
9.4
1,654
9.2
464
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.6
152
9.4
39
Product Direction (% positive)
9.3
2,082
9.0
612
Features by Category
Platform Basics
8.4
985
8.7
439
9.0
1080
8.9
511
9.2
1076
9.1
518
Platform Content
8.7
995
8.7
448
8.1
964
8.3
391
8.3
975
8.5
401
Platform Additional Functionality
8.4
956
8.6
409
8.6
992
8.7
426
Feature Not Available
7.9
388
9.2
1060
9.0
389
9.3
1150
8.8
508
Rewards & Incentives
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
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Rewards and Incentives
7.5
210
Not enough data
7.7
209
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Core Features - Employee Experience Software
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.0
137
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
8.9
133
Not enough data
8.7
133
Not enough data
9.1
136
Not enough data
Employee Improvement - Employee Experience Software
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.4
139
Not enough data
Platform Basics
8.9
674
Feature Not Available
9.0
679
8.8
80
8.8
472
8.5
80
Platform Content
8.9
621
8.4
82
8.8
593
8.5
81
9.0
626
8.6
81
8.6
435
8.3
82
Platform Additional Functionality
9.0
636
Feature Not Available
9.0
626
8.6
81
9.7
914
9.6
89
9.2
749
9.1
80
Platform
8.8
419
8.5
82
8.5
383
8.2
81
8.8
394
8.5
80
9.0
411
8.8
78
9.4
432
9.0
78
8.9
417
8.9
79
8.8
398
8.5
79
9.1
420
8.9
78
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Kudos and Recognize are categorized as Employee Recognition and Employee Engagement
Unique Categories
Kudos is categorized as Rewards and Incentives and Employee Experience
Recognize has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Kudos
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Recognize
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
Telecommunications
11.9%
Hospital & Health Care
8.3%
Consumer Services
6.0%
Retail
4.5%
Information Technology and Services
4.5%
Other
64.9%
Hospital & Health Care
11.0%
Information Technology and Services
8.0%
Computer Software
7.9%
Airlines/Aviation
7.4%
Financial Services
4.0%
Other
61.8%
Discussions
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
When can we (as users) like the comments of other people on posts? Thank you!
2 Comments
KW
This is something that helps to validate what others are saying about our staff members. This is something everyone likes.Read more
What are the top 3 companies that come to mind when you think of employee recognition program service platform?
2 Comments
TH
I have no idea how other employers recognize their employees. I can only speak for my department here at WellSpan, there is not a lot of opportunity for...Read more
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