Compare Bonusly and Kudoboard 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (55.8% of reviews)
Small-Business (41.0% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$2.00 1 Seat Per Month
Starting at $299.00 Per Year
Bonusly
Star Rating
(4,056)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (55.8% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$2.00 1 Seat Per Month
Free Trial is available
Browse all 3 pricing plansKudoboard
Star Rating
(908)4.8 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (41.0% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $299.00 Per Year
Browse all 2 pricing plansSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that Bonusly excels in its Peer Recognition feature, scoring 9.6, which allows employees to easily recognize and reward each other, fostering a positive workplace culture. In contrast, Kudoboard, while also strong in this area, scores slightly lower at 9.4.
- Reviewers mention that Bonusly's Reward Catalog is highly customizable with a score of 8.9, enabling companies to tailor rewards to their specific needs. Kudoboard, however, has a lower score of 7.3 in this category, indicating less flexibility in reward options.
- G2 users highlight Bonusly's superior Analytics & Reporting capabilities, scoring 8.0, which provides detailed insights into employee engagement and reward distribution. Kudoboard's score of 8.2 suggests it offers decent reporting, but not as comprehensive as Bonusly.
- Users on G2 report that Bonusly's Ease of Setup is rated at 9.4, making it user-friendly for new adopters. Kudoboard, with a score of 9.7, is noted for its even simpler setup process, making it a strong contender for businesses looking for quick implementation.
- Reviewers mention that Bonusly's Quality of Support is rated at 9.3, indicating a strong customer service experience. Kudoboard, with a score of 9.5, is praised for its responsive support team, suggesting it may provide slightly better assistance when needed.
- Users say that Bonusly's Performance Benchmarking feature scores 8.6, allowing organizations to measure engagement effectively. Kudoboard's score of 8.2 indicates it offers this feature but may not provide the same depth of analysis as Bonusly.
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Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Bonusly
Appreciate
$2.00
1 Seat Per Month
$2 per seat/mo, billed yearly (plus the cost of rewards)
- Automated milestone celebrations
- Customizable incentives & awards
- Turnkey HRIS & SSO integrations
Kudoboard
Business Plan
Starting at $299.00
Per Year
Everything teams or businesses need for appreciation between colleagues on special occasions, company events, and shout outs. For 1-500 employees.
- All the features of one-off boards +
- Multiple Kudoboard creators
- Custom branding
Free Trial
Bonusly
Free Trial is available
Kudoboard
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.4
3,318
9.5
591
Ease of Use
9.5
3,516
9.7
611
Ease of Setup
9.4
1,124
9.7
296
Ease of Admin
9.2
501
9.6
270
Quality of Support
9.3
2,358
9.5
266
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.3
484
9.5
214
Product Direction (% positive)
9.1
3,338
7.9
556
Features by Category
Platform Basics
8.4
2236
7.8
161
9.0
2493
9.1
349
9.2
2454
9.3
351
Platform Content
8.6
2250
8.8
233
8.0
1948
8.4
185
8.2
2057
8.4
333
Platform Additional Functionality
8.4
2162
7.8
187
8.7
2190
8.8
246
8.1
2004
Feature Not Available
9.2
2480
Feature Not Available
9.3
2540
7.3
135
Rewards & Incentives
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
Not enough data
Not enough data
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
Core Features - Employee Experience Software
8.4
79
Not enough data
9.0
80
Not enough data
People Analytics - Employee Experience Software
8.6
81
Not enough data
8.9
79
Not enough data
Advanced Features - Employee Experience Software
8.7
80
Not enough data
8.4
80
Not enough data
8.6
80
Not enough data
Employee Improvement - Employee Experience Software
8.8
78
Not enough data
8.4
79
Not enough data
9.5
80
Not enough data
Platform Basics
Feature Not Available
7.7
18
8.7
1242
7.5
17
8.5
986
8.1
16
Platform Content
Feature Not Available
8.0
17
Feature Not Available
8.0
17
Feature Not Available
7.8
17
Feature Not Available
8.3
15
Platform Additional Functionality
Feature Not Available
8.3
15
Feature Not Available
7.8
17
9.6
1383
9.3
16
9.0
1155
9.1
16
Platform
8.4
1024
8.3
20
8.3
910
7.4
19
8.4
929
7.4
19
8.8
1024
8.2
19
9.2
1053
9.1
19
8.9
973
9.0
19
8.5
969
7.8
19
8.9
1028
9.1
19
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Bonusly and Kudoboard are categorized as Employee Recognition and Employee Engagement
Unique Categories
Bonusly is categorized as Employee Experience
Kudoboard is categorized as Rewards and Incentives
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Bonusly
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Kudoboard
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
Information Technology and Services
14.2%
Computer Software
14.1%
Marketing and Advertising
8.2%
Hospital & Health Care
4.2%
Consumer Services
3.2%
Other
56.0%
Information Technology and Services
7.6%
Higher Education
6.6%
Hospital & Health Care
5.9%
Non-Profit Organization Management
5.0%
Computer Software
5.0%
Other
69.7%
Most Helpful Reviews
Bonusly
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Keysa Y.
Verified User in Computer Software
I love that we can recognise our colleague's efforts. It boosts morale at work and also helps us build relationships. We can recognise each other based on something nice or helpful we did but also on our company values, which is really good! I also like...
Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User in Marketing and Advertising
We've used the service for years until it has slowly diminished in both quality and usability. We used to have a wider variety of rewards available, which has significantly shrunk to the point where we have one or to options available which are constantly...
Kudoboard
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Verified User in Higher Education
This is a great way to connect virtually and show appreciation or congrats or the like when we can't see each other in person. The gifs are pretty great too
Most Helpful Critical Review
Kathleen T.
Verified User in Food & Beverages
The only thing is that we have to choose the number of respondents in advance, and it's not always easy to know if we'll exceed 5, 10, or 20 people.
Keysa Y.
Verified User in Computer Software
I love that we can recognise our colleague's efforts. It boosts morale at work and also helps us build relationships. We can recognise each other based on something nice or helpful we did but also on our company values, which is really good! I also like...
Verified User in Higher Education
This is a great way to connect virtually and show appreciation or congrats or the like when we can't see each other in person. The gifs are pretty great too
Verified User in Marketing and Advertising
We've used the service for years until it has slowly diminished in both quality and usability. We used to have a wider variety of rewards available, which has significantly shrunk to the point where we have one or to options available which are constantly...
Kathleen T.
Verified User in Food & Beverages
The only thing is that we have to choose the number of respondents in advance, and it's not always easy to know if we'll exceed 5, 10, or 20 people.
Discussions
how can i add more hashtags?
2 comments
AT
there are few hashtags mentioned like team work pioneering etc.Read more
What kind of return can I expect from using Bonusly?
1 comment
RB
After accumulation of points rewarded in office place it can be redeemed for purchasing thingsRead more
Can I trust my employees with peer recognition?
1 comment
RB
I surely trust in Peer to peer employee recognition as it help employees recognizing each other for their great work. This, in turn, increases employee...Read more
Is there a way to customize your own background / upload a photo for it?
2 comments
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
SA
The word "nice" is already in English and typically means pleasant, agreeable, or satisfactory.Read more
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
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