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At a Glance
Cascade
Cascade
Star Rating
(221)4.8 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (39.5% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
Browse all 3 pricing plans
Rhythm
Rhythm
Star Rating
(359)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (57.4% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
$25.00 1 User Per Month
Free Trial is available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • Users report that Cascade excels in Quality of Support with a score of 9.7, while Rhythm, although strong, has a slightly lower score of 9.3. Reviewers mention that Cascade's support team is responsive and knowledgeable, making it easier to resolve issues quickly.
  • Reviewers mention that Cascade's Data Visualization feature stands out with a score of 9.1, compared to Rhythm's 7.6. Users say that Cascade provides intuitive and visually appealing dashboards that help in understanding complex data at a glance.
  • G2 users highlight Cascade's superior Custom Reporting capabilities, scoring 9.6, while Rhythm only reaches 6.6. Users report that Cascade allows for extensive customization in reporting, enabling teams to tailor reports to their specific needs.
  • Users on G2 indicate that Cascade's Financial Planning features, particularly in Extended Planning (9.6), are more robust than Rhythm's (8.1). Reviewers mention that Cascade offers comprehensive tools for long-term financial forecasting and budgeting.
  • Reviewers say that Cascade's Collaboration tools are highly rated at 9.2, while Rhythm's score is 8.8. Users report that Cascade facilitates better team communication and project alignment through its integrated collaboration features.
  • Users report that Cascade's Ease of Use is rated at 9.1, significantly higher than Rhythm's 8.1. Reviewers mention that Cascade's user interface is intuitive, making it easier for new users to navigate and utilize the software effectively.
Featured Products
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Cascade
Free Team
Free
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Rhythm
AI Powered Rhythm Professional
$25.00
1 User Per Month
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Free Trial
Cascade
Free Trial is available
Rhythm
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.1
161
8.8
309
Ease of Use
9.1
161
8.1
317
Ease of Setup
8.7
123
8.3
79
Ease of Admin
9.0
117
8.8
57
Quality of Support
9.7
157
9.2
254
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.6
117
9.6
57
Product Direction (% positive)
9.7
149
8.6
297
Features by Category
Strategic Planning and ExecutionHide 15 FeaturesShow 15 Features
9.0
977
8.6
2,227
Prepare
9.0
78
8.5
159
9.1
80
8.4
154
8.5
72
8.1
147
8.8
73
8.2
148
Plan
9.1
80
8.5
175
9.2
83
9.2
197
9.2
80
8.8
183
9.2
80
8.5
171
Optimize
9.2
83
9.3
194
9.0
79
9.1
182
8.8
59
8.7
150
Execute
8.9
30
8.6
92
9.0
33
8.2
92
8.8
34
8.5
91
9.1
33
8.6
92
Objectives and Key Results (OKR)Hide 8 FeaturesShow 8 Features
Not enough data
8.5
1,208
Communication
Not enough data
8.7
165
Not enough data
8.7
163
Not enough data
7.8
126
Not enough data
8.2
142
Goal Creation
Not enough data
8.9
168
Not enough data
8.9
163
Not enough data
7.9
117
Not enough data
8.6
164
Corporate Performance Management (CPM)Hide 14 FeaturesShow 14 Features
9.0
110
7.4
646
Financial Planning
9.6
8
8.0
49
9.1
9
7.8
47
8.0
9
6.8
45
Financial Insight
8.1
6
6.6
44
8.3
5
7.1
45
9.6
9
8.4
50
Data
9.1
9
7.6
46
8.3
6
7.0
44
9.6
8
6.7
46
9.4
8
6.7
46
Status Communication
9.7
10
8.4
49
9.4
6
7.0
44
8.8
10
7.9
45
9.0
7
8.2
46
Strategic Portfolio ManagementHide 22 FeaturesShow 22 Features
Not enough data
Not enough data
Strategic Planning - Strategic Portfolio Management
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Strategic Management - Strategic Portfolio Management
Not enough data
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Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
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Data Analysis - Strategic Portfolio Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Artificial Intelligence - Strategic Portfolio Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Cascade
Cascade
Rhythm
Rhythm
Unique Categories
Cascade
Cascade is categorized as Strategic Portfolio Management
Rhythm
Rhythm is categorized as Objectives and Key Results (OKR)
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Cascade
Cascade
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
35.7%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
39.5%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
24.8%
Rhythm
Rhythm
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
28.1%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
57.4%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
14.5%
Reviewers' Industry
Cascade
Cascade
Non-Profit Organization Management
11.4%
Hospital & Health Care
7.1%
Information Technology and Services
4.8%
Government Administration
4.8%
Higher Education
4.3%
Other
67.6%
Rhythm
Rhythm
Hospital & Health Care
10.0%
Computer Software
9.2%
Information Technology and Services
6.7%
Financial Services
4.7%
Human Resources
3.9%
Other
65.5%
Most Helpful Reviews
Cascade
Cascade
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Turner C. B.
TB
Turner C. B.
Verified User in Civic & Social Organization

I love the ease of use and how it has simplified making our strategic plan come to life. The software is second to none in terms of accessibility and ease of use.

Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User
G
Verified User in Government Administration

Cascade did not provide us with adequate training to set up our plan. Bec saved the day! If it were not for Bec's willingness to help and her can-do attitude, we would be looking for new software.

Rhythm
Rhythm
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Verified User
G
Verified User in Consulting

Rhythm is an app designed to help a team accomplish goals. It does a great job at allowing you to pick big projects (or any size projects really) and break them down into a schedule to accomplish them, and assign them out to team-members. It includes all...

Most Helpful Critical Review
Joshua S.
JS
Joshua S.
Verified User in Consumer Services

However, sometimes you have to go "too deep" to find some of them. The interface is not always as intuitive as I would like, and the amount of clicks it can take to get to some of the things that I would commonly want to use was troublesome and off putting

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Discussions
Cascade
Cascade Discussions
Is Cascade a Project Management tool?
3 comments
Denny L.
DL
Multi project management software https://www.epicflow.com/features/competence-management/ helps companies to plan and control their projects in a...Read more
Can I try Cascade for free?
2 comments
Official Response from Cascade
Yes, you get a free 90-day trial that includes all the software features from our Enterprise plan. Click here to start the trial or contact our team using...Read more
Is there a minimum number of users required?
2 comments
Official Response from Cascade
Our Pro plan has no minimum user requirement. Our Enterprise plans have a minimum number of 10 users required. Read more
Rhythm
Rhythm Discussions
Do you use any data warehouses to sync with Rhythm?
1 comment
Official Response from Rhythm
Hi! Thanks for the question. Our API should be able to handle the upload of your data directly into Rhythm. Drop us a line to discuss the details to...Read more
What is Rhythm used for?
1 comment
LW
Strategic planning software that maintains team focus on team goals and company priorities.Read more
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