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Compare Bonusly and Recognize 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (56.4% of reviews)
Mid-Market (50.0% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$2.00 1 Seat Per Month
Starting at $1.00 Per Month
Bonusly
Star Rating
(4,445)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
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Star Rating
(733)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (50.0% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $1.00 Per Month
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that both Bonusly and Recognize excel in peer recognition features, with a perfect score of 9.5 for Bonusly and 9.5 for Recognize, indicating that both platforms effectively foster a culture of appreciation among employees.
- Reviewers mention that Bonusly shines in employee engagement with a score of 9.2, while Recognize trails slightly at 8.9. Users appreciate Bonusly's gamified approach to recognition, which encourages participation and boosts morale.
- G2 users highlight that Bonusly offers superior ease of use (9.5) compared to Recognize (9.3). Reviewers appreciate Bonusly's intuitive interface, making it easy for employees to give and receive recognition without extensive training.
- Users on G2 report that Bonusly's reporting capabilities score 8.4, while Recognize scores slightly higher at 8.7. However, reviewers mention that Bonusly's dashboard is more user-friendly, scoring 9.0 compared to Recognize's 8.9, making it easier to track engagement metrics.
- Reviewers mention that Bonusly's integration capabilities score 8.4, while Recognize scores 8.6. Users appreciate Recognize's ability to integrate seamlessly with existing HR systems, but Bonusly's integrations are noted for being more straightforward to set up.
- Users report that Bonusly's performance score is 9.1, while Recognize's is 9.0. Reviewers highlight that Bonusly consistently delivers a reliable experience, with minimal downtime, which is crucial for maintaining employee engagement.
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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
Recognize
Start-Up
Starting at $1.00
Per Month
Recognize and celebrate staff with a company value-driven program
- Configurable company rewards
- Single Sign On
- Customizable badges and badge-badging
Free Trial
Bonusly
Free Trial is available
Recognize
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.4
3,628
9.2
542
Ease of Use
9.5
3,913
9.3
566
Ease of Setup
9.4
1,353
9.0
83
Ease of Admin
9.2
514
9.1
40
Quality of Support
9.3
2,579
9.2
399
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.3
499
9.4
39
Product Direction (% positive)
9.2
3,653
8.9
532
Features by Category
Platform Basics
8.4
2481
8.7
393
9.0
2742
8.9
456
9.1
2704
9.0
464
Platform Content
8.6
2487
8.7
401
7.9
2185
8.3
343
8.2
2296
8.5
355
Platform Additional Functionality
8.4
2396
8.6
361
8.7
2426
8.8
378
8.0
2239
7.9
342
9.2
2723
8.9
336
9.3
2784
8.8
448
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Core Features - Employee Experience Software
8.4
133
Not enough data
8.8
134
Not enough data
People Analytics - Employee Experience Software
8.4
134
Not enough data
8.6
132
Not enough data
Advanced Features - Employee Experience Software
8.5
134
Not enough data
8.3
133
Not enough data
8.5
134
Not enough data
Employee Improvement - Employee Experience Software
8.5
133
Not enough data
8.4
132
Not enough data
9.2
137
Not enough data
Platform Basics
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
8.7
1364
8.7
63
8.5
1105
8.4
63
Platform Content
Feature Not Available
8.2
64
Feature Not Available
8.3
64
Feature Not Available
8.4
64
Feature Not Available
8.1
64
Platform Additional Functionality
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
8.4
64
9.5
1504
9.5
64
9.0
1274
8.9
64
Platform
8.5
1150
8.4
67
8.3
1033
8.1
66
8.4
1052
8.5
66
8.8
1148
8.8
64
9.2
1179
8.9
64
8.9
1095
8.8
65
8.5
1090
8.6
64
8.9
1150
8.9
64
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Bonusly and Recognize are categorized as Employee Recognition and Employee Engagement
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Bonusly
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Recognize
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
3.4%
Other
56.6%
Hospital & Health Care
11.5%
Computer Software
8.5%
Information Technology and Services
7.9%
Airlines/Aviation
7.6%
Financial Services
4.3%
Other
60.1%
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 Financial Services
I most despise how the gift cards are taxed. How is that even legal? Is it? How can it be reported as income, it is never when i get one from anyone else or any other institution. That needs to go right away!
Recognize
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Lisa P.
Verified User in Individual & Family Services
It's always nice to let others know when someone at the organization does something above and beyond.
Most Helpful Critical Review
Katie R.
Verified User in Education Management
I hate having to have such a long password!!! I actually hate passwords....having to have a log in process with yet another password is a barrier for me recognize my peers.
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...
Lisa P.
Verified User in Individual & Family Services
It's always nice to let others know when someone at the organization does something above and beyond.
Verified User in Financial Services
I most despise how the gift cards are taxed. How is that even legal? Is it? How can it be reported as income, it is never when i get one from anyone else or any other institution. That needs to go right away!
Katie R.
Verified User in Education Management
I hate having to have such a long password!!! I actually hate passwords....having to have a log in process with yet another password is a barrier for me recognize my peers.
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 can we (as users) like the comments of other people on posts? Thank you!
2 comments
KW
This is something that helps to validate what others are saying about our staff members. This is something everyone likes.Read more
The top 3 companies that come to mind for employee recognition program service platforms are: 1. Bonusly, 2. Kudos, 3. Achievers.
2 comments
TH
I have no idea how other employers recognize their employees. I can only speak for my department here at WellSpan, there is not a lot of opportunity for...Read more
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