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Compare Bonusly and Nectar 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (56.4% of reviews)
Mid-Market (73.3% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$2.00 1 Seat Per Month
Contact Us 1 User Per Month
Bonusly
Star Rating
(4,436)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (56.4% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$2.00 1 Seat Per Month
Free Trial is available
Browse all 3 pricing plansNectar
Star Rating
(6,854)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (73.3% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Contact Us 1 User Per Month
Browse all 2 pricing plansSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that both Bonusly and Nectar excel in employee engagement, with both scoring 9.2 and 9.3 respectively. Reviewers mention that the peer recognition features in both platforms are particularly effective in fostering a positive workplace culture.
- Reviewers mention that Nectar has a slight edge in quality of support, scoring 9.5 compared to Bonusly's 9.3. Users on G2 appreciate Nectar's responsive customer service and comprehensive onboarding process, which they find helpful for new users.
- Users say that while both platforms offer robust dashboards, Nectar's dashboard functionality scores slightly higher at 9.1 compared to Bonusly's 9.0. Reviewers highlight Nectar's intuitive layout and ease of access to key metrics as a significant advantage.
- G2 users report that Bonusly shines in automation features, scoring 8.6, while Nectar scores 8.8. Reviewers mention that Nectar's automation capabilities streamline reward distribution, making it easier for managers to recognize employee achievements without manual intervention.
- Users on G2 note that both platforms have strong integration capabilities, but Nectar's integrations score slightly higher at 8.5 compared to Bonusly's 8.4. Reviewers appreciate Nectar's ability to seamlessly connect with various HR tools, enhancing overall functionality.
- Reviewers mention that while both products are user-friendly, Bonusly scores slightly higher in ease of use at 9.5 compared to Nectar's 9.4. Users report that Bonusly's interface is particularly intuitive, making it easy for employees to navigate and engage with the platform.
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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
Nectar
Plus
Contact Us
1 User Per Month
Volume discounts available
- Real-time activity feed
- Centralized company incentives & awards
- Birthday & Years of Service automation
Free Trial
Bonusly
Free Trial is available
Nectar
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.4
3,623
9.4
5,359
Ease of Use
9.5
3,905
9.4
5,648
Ease of Setup
9.4
1,348
9.4
1,508
Ease of Admin
9.2
514
9.5
336
Quality of Support
9.3
2,574
9.5
3,925
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.3
499
9.5
335
Product Direction (% positive)
9.2
3,648
9.0
5,368
Features by Category
Platform Basics
8.4
2476
8.5
3690
9.0
2737
9.1
4634
9.1
2699
9.2
4501
Platform Content
8.6
2482
8.8
3962
7.9
2180
8.2
3445
8.2
2291
8.5
3636
Platform Additional Functionality
8.4
2391
8.5
3591
8.7
2421
8.9
3958
8.0
2234
8.5
3851
9.2
2718
9.2
4554
9.3
2779
9.3
4722
Rewards & Incentives
Not enough data
9.4
140
Not enough data
9.0
134
Not enough data
8.2
124
Not enough data
8.0
126
Not enough data
9.1
128
Not enough data
8.3
126
Not enough data
8.6
125
Not enough data
8.4
122
Not enough data
8.4
122
Agentic AI - Rewards and Incentives
Not enough data
7.3
15
Not enough data
7.7
15
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Newsletter Interface Features - Internal Newsletter Software
Not enough data
9.0
8
Not enough data
8.8
8
Not enough data
9.8
7
Newsletter Management Features - Internal Newsletter Software
Not enough data
9.2
8
Not enough data
9.4
8
Not enough data
9.0
8
Administrative Features - Internal Newsletter Software
Not enough data
9.0
8
Not enough data
9.2
8
Not enough data
8.5
8
Not enough data
9.2
8
Core Features - Employee Experience Software
8.4
133
8.4
52
8.8
134
8.9
52
People Analytics - Employee Experience Software
8.4
134
8.7
51
8.6
132
8.8
52
Advanced Features - Employee Experience Software
8.5
134
8.6
51
8.3
133
8.5
51
8.5
134
8.6
50
Employee Improvement - Employee Experience Software
8.5
133
8.6
53
8.4
132
8.7
52
9.2
137
9.2
54
Platform Basics
Feature Not Available
8.5
560
8.7
1364
8.5
567
8.5
1105
8.4
562
Platform Content
Feature Not Available
8.4
553
Feature Not Available
8.3
547
Feature Not Available
8.6
558
Feature Not Available
8.0
543
Platform Additional Functionality
Feature Not Available
8.4
543
Feature Not Available
8.6
558
9.5
1504
9.5
564
9.0
1274
8.9
551
Platform
8.5
1150
8.6
609
8.3
1033
8.3
593
8.4
1052
8.3
575
8.8
1148
8.7
568
9.2
1179
9.2
583
8.9
1095
8.9
576
8.5
1090
8.4
566
8.9
1150
9.0
572
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Bonusly and Nectar are categorized as Employee Experience, Employee Recognition, and Employee Engagement
Unique Categories
Bonusly has no unique categories
Nectar is categorized as Internal Newsletter Software and Rewards and Incentives
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Bonusly
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Nectar
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
Computer Software
14.3%
Information Technology and Services
13.6%
Marketing and Advertising
8.2%
Hospital & Health Care
4.0%
Consumer Services
3.3%
Other
56.7%
Hospital & Health Care
7.9%
Banking
4.5%
Information Technology and Services
4.4%
Marketing and Advertising
4.2%
Medical Practice
3.8%
Other
75.3%
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 Hospital & Health Care
Much like tipping, this system shifts the responsibility of compensation from the employer to someone else (patron for tipping, employee for Bonusly). I don't know the full details of the financials behind this program, but there's no way management would...
Nectar
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Ryan M.
Verified User in Environmental Services
I like the opportunity to reward others for doing a great job. Usually you can't give your bosses rewards in the work place. But this makes it great to give out rewards to everyone. Finally, there is something where not only bosses can give you rewards, but...
Most Helpful Critical Review
Sam S.
Verified User in Design
I can't think of anything that I dislike about the app. It's a good app.
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...
Ryan M.
Verified User in Environmental Services
I like the opportunity to reward others for doing a great job. Usually you can't give your bosses rewards in the work place. But this makes it great to give out rewards to everyone. Finally, there is something where not only bosses can give you rewards, but...
Verified User in Hospital & Health Care
Much like tipping, this system shifts the responsibility of compensation from the employer to someone else (patron for tipping, employee for Bonusly). I don't know the full details of the financials behind this program, but there's no way management would...
Sam S.
Verified User in Design
I can't think of anything that I dislike about the app. It's a good app.
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
When will there be availability to issue recognition even when we are out of points to award?
3 comments
CA
The first of the monthRead more
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