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Kudos Reviews (3,013)

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Users consistently praise the software for its ease of use and ability to foster team appreciation. Many appreciate how it allows for meaningful recognition of colleagues, enhancing workplace morale and motivation. A common limitation noted is the monthly point cap, which some feel restricts their ability to fully utilize the platform.

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Monisha S.
Senior GL Accountant
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"A Great Way to Recognize Teammates Across the Organization"
5/5
What do you like best about Kudos?

I like that it lets me recognize the good things my teammates do, so the whole organization can see how awesome they are. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Kudos?

It sometimes takes me a while to word things just the right way, and I didn’t like that it timed out on me. Also, I’m not sure my previous Kudos were processed, because my point balance didn’t change. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

silindokuhle m.
SM
silindokuhle m.
Consultant Insights
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Easy, Wholesome Kudos That Strengthen Company Culture"
5/5
What do you like best about Kudos?

I like that it gives me to give my collegues some appreciation for all their hard work. It makes the thank you feel more impactful.

I like the fact that I can also see other people's kudos within the company and feels really wholesome and push a beautiful company culture.

The software itself is easy and quick to use. I really enjoy using the gif feature especially if I run out of words to say when sending out kudos. Being able to see the overall kudos I have received is also lovely and builds my spirit especially when having a low day. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Kudos?

It is a pretty great software but there are delays at times on when vouchers reflect when trying to redeem the vouchers. Where things that time to reflect and I have to go to the finance lady and show her screenshots to prove that I redeemed a voucher. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Ankit m.
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Ankit m.
Mid Front End Developer
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Meaningful Recognition with Valued Rewards"
5/5
What do you like best about Kudos?

Kudos is the best app to recognize and appreciate good work, while offering rewards that employees truly value. What makes it special is how natural and meaningful recognition feels. The value it brings through appreciation and rewards makes the cost justified. The value it brings through appreciation and rewards makes the cost justified. The value it brings through appreciation and rewards makes the cost justified. The value it brings through appreciation and rewards makes the cost justified. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Kudos?

Kudos is great overall, and honestly there’s nothing to dislike about it. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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Richard C.
Supervisor
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Employee Recognition with added Bonus"
5/5
What do you like best about Kudos?

As a manager, I value being able to offer something beyond a simple “job well done” or “thank you”—something more tangible that carries a monetary value, no matter how small. Giving employees the option to choose their own gift card and tailor it to their preferences makes the recognition feel more meaningful, since they can apply it toward specific items they might not otherwise buy for themselves. In my opinion, these elements make it feel like more than just a small cash bonus, and the interactive experience of redeeming Kudos adds another layer of meaning to the appreciation. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Kudos?

The downside is when an organization has this in place, but not everyone uses it consistently (or is properly informed). When someone passes along a sincere “thanks,” but no kudos follows, the recipient can end up feeling like that appreciation is somehow less valuable. There also tends to be less buy-in (or incentive) for employees to give kudos to others when there are no redeemable aspects. As a result, people who don’t have kudos points to send (not in managerial positions) often don’t use this feature very much. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Kris G.
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Kris G.
Salesforce Administrator
Hospital & Health Care
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Effortless Recognition, Engaging Features"
5/5
What do you like best about Kudos?

I like that Kudos makes it super easy to log in as a user, find a fellow colleague, and then write a message. It's also very nice that it has the rewrite with AI because sometimes I don't know exactly how to word what I'd like to say. I also find it helpful that our company goals are loaded in, making it easy to choose a goal that a person met while we were working together. Kudos is simple to use and easy for people to consume the kudos that are given. I would recommend Kudos because it's an easy, simple way to acknowledge your colleagues and it's easy for them to turn in their kudos for a prize when they do something well. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Kudos?

I do not have any dislikes of Kudos Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Pharmaceuticals
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Verified User in Pharmaceuticals
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"Shows appreciation beyond a simple Thank you"
4.5/5
What do you like best about Kudos?

It is a good way to encourage team bonding in the workplace; I like that it translates into a real life reward and its a good way to show appreciation beyond just saying thank you Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Kudos?

At times it lags when sending the messages it takes a while to upload. I do not like how it shows every one in the whole company in the main page. There should be a tab to see specifically one site or highlighting the biggest shout outs or more interacted with. The AI system creates generic messages it does not enhance what you write just changes it to a blander and stereotypical message, and it always overuses exclamation points. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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Mahek P.
Clinic Admin Lead
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Great for quick appreciation in busy weeks"
5/5
What do you like best about Kudos?

I use Kudos to give recognition to my team, which is an easy way to show appreciation and make the team feel valued, especially on busy days. I like that it is user-friendly and very easy to navigate. The initial setup was very easy, and I appreciate having multiple options for redeeming, such as choices for Amazon, coffee, or clothes. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Kudos?

maybe just adding the qualities section, could be more precise Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Building Materials
UB
Verified User in Building Materials
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"A refreshing way to connect!"
5/5
What do you like best about Kudos?

I really enjoy being able to spread a little kindness and enthusiasm for a job well done, or encouragment to keep pressing forward when work gets tough or mundane. I've used the rewards to easily redeem gift cards for family vacations and they have an amazing collection of items in the shop to choose from as well! My team loves using this platform every month to uplift and surprise each other. Sometimes it's enough to know someone notices the little things you do to keep things running smoothly - Kudos is easiest way to do just that! Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Kudos?

I wish I had more monthly Kudos to give out. Sometimes it feels like I don't have enough to go around, but I believe that is a setting on my company's end, not the platform itself. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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Andy G.
Care Navigator, Bilingual
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"Easy to Navigate with Truly Amazing Colleague Shout-Outs"
5/5
What do you like best about Kudos?

It’s easy to navigate, but not in a way that feels boring or overly simple. All the features are straightforward to find and access. I also like that you can give S/O to all your colleagues, even if they aren’t in the same location as you. It’s truly amazing. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Kudos?

Theres really no downside. The app/website is truly in a league of its own. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Vaishnavi G.
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Vaishnavi G.
Data Administrator
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Rewards by Recognition That Keep Colleagues Connected"
4.5/5
What do you like best about Kudos?

I like the very concept of rewards by recognition. it helps stay connected with my office colleagues while actually adding value in their life. the variety of reward categories is awesome. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Kudos?

the images of some products is limited. there isn't a concept of reviews so placing order for an expensive product is a bit risky. the return process, if the delivered product is not as per displayed images, is tiresome. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.