Compare HALO and Kudos 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Enterprise (63.2% of reviews)
Mid-Market (46.9% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
No pricing available
HALO
Star Rating
(238)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (63.2% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about HALOKudos
Star Rating
(1,696)4.8 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (46.9% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about KudosSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that Kudos excels in AI Text Generation with a score of 8.7, while HALO falls significantly behind at 4.7, indicating that Kudos offers more advanced generative AI capabilities for creating content.
- Reviewers mention that Kudos provides superior Employee Lifecycle Management features, scoring 9.3, which enhances the overall employee experience, whereas HALO lacks in this area, not providing a comparable score.
- G2 users highlight Kudos' robust Peer Recognition functionality, achieving a score of 9.7, which fosters a positive workplace culture, while HALO's score of 8.8 suggests it may not be as effective in promoting employee recognition.
- Users on G2 appreciate Kudos for its Customization options, scoring 9.0, allowing for tailored experiences, whereas HALO's score of 7.9 indicates limited customization capabilities that may not meet all user needs.
- Reviewers say that Kudos shines in Performance Management with a score of 9.4, providing tools that effectively track and enhance employee performance, while HALO's score of 8.7 suggests it may not offer the same level of effectiveness.
- Users report that Kudos' Dashboard functionality is highly rated at 9.2, providing intuitive insights, while HALO's score of 7.6 indicates a less user-friendly dashboard experience, which could hinder data accessibility for users.
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Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
HALO
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HALO
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No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
9.0
191
9.5
1,379
Ease of Use
9.1
193
9.6
1,426
Ease of Setup
8.7
139
9.3
271
Ease of Admin
9.0
150
9.4
111
Quality of Support
9.3
192
9.4
1,160
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.5
153
9.7
114
Product Direction (% positive)
8.0
185
9.3
1,395
Features by Category
Platform Basics
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
9.0
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Reporting
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform Additional Functionality
9.0
5
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
Platform Basics
7.6
50
8.8
457
7.6
53
9.2
522
8.3
55
9.4
522
Platform Content
7.7
54
9.0
470
7.2
43
8.6
438
7.3
40
8.7
456
Platform Additional Functionality
8.1
49
8.8
440
7.9
49
9.0
476
7.2
37
Feature Not Available
8.3
59
9.4
525
8.7
71
9.4
555
Rewards & Incentives
8.1
15
9.1
205
7.6
14
8.8
200
7.5
12
8.2
193
7.5
12
8.2
194
7.0
11
8.9
195
7.8
10
8.5
190
7.9
11
8.7
191
7.5
10
8.7
189
7.3
10
8.6
189
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
9.2
72
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
8.8
71
Not enough data
8.8
70
Not enough data
9.2
71
Employee Improvement - Employee Experience Software
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.4
71
Platform Basics
8.0
17
9.0
538
7.9
33
9.1
544
7.5
12
9.0
338
Platform Content
8.1
19
9.0
489
7.5
18
8.9
462
7.7
16
9.1
494
6.3
9
8.7
307
Platform Additional Functionality
7.5
20
9.1
507
7.7
16
9.1
494
8.8
36
9.7
756
7.8
28
9.3
617
Platform
8.0
55
9.0
272
8.2
28
8.8
238
8.2
32
8.9
251
8.3
61
9.1
270
8.7
60
9.4
282
8.4
41
9.0
271
7.9
54
9.0
257
8.2
52
9.1
276
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
HALO and Kudos are categorized as Employee Recognition, Employee Engagement, and Rewards and Incentives
Unique Categories
HALO is categorized as Promotional Product Management
Kudos is categorized as Employee Experience
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
HALO
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
Hospital & Health Care
10.8%
Food & Beverages
5.2%
Oil & Energy
4.8%
Human Resources
4.3%
Insurance
3.9%
Other
71.0%
Telecommunications
16.9%
Hospital & Health Care
6.9%
Consumer Services
6.8%
Retail
6.2%
Information Technology and Services
4.8%
Other
58.5%
Most Helpful Reviews
HALO
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Susan E.
Verified User in Chemicals
They always deliver product and customer service with efficiency and quality.
Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User in Hospital & Health Care
Uploads completed accurately and being able to send mass kudos at a certain date and time
Kudos
Most Helpful Favorable Review
LAWRENCE T.
Verified User in Telecommunications
The graphics design and display is cool,The user interface is easy to use and attractive,the system responds very well and also uses less data. It is secure and one must have a username and password to access.Also the password reset option is very good...
Most Helpful Critical Review
Andrew C S.
Verified User in Consumer Services
Four months experiencing 'Kudos' - No downside at this time.
Susan E.
Verified User in Chemicals
They always deliver product and customer service with efficiency and quality.
LAWRENCE T.
Verified User in Telecommunications
The graphics design and display is cool,The user interface is easy to use and attractive,the system responds very well and also uses less data. It is secure and one must have a username and password to access.Also the password reset option is very good...
Verified User in Hospital & Health Care
Uploads completed accurately and being able to send mass kudos at a certain date and time
Andrew C S.
Verified User in Consumer Services
Four months experiencing 'Kudos' - No downside at this time.
Discussions
Can I use this to setup a paperless system to manage my Core Value Awards program?
2 comments
AS
Yes, everything is online 100% paperless.
We can run reports, set up point values, award points related to our goals.Read more
Is Halo ever going to move to creating an administrative website so I can add new employees, remove terminated employees, etc?
1 comment
CH
Hi Natalie-
Thanks for your question. We currently offer HALO Direct for our customers to make these types of changes themselves. Your account manager...Read more
What is Halo?
1 comment
CH
HALO has the pleasure of providing Wawa associates with the Goose Bumps recognition program and geese gear company store.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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