15Five has no free plan, aggressive billing, and keeps adding separate products you have to pay for. Engage bundles everything at one price, starting at $0.
Real feedback from real users. These are the patterns we see again and again.
15Five starts at $4/user/month for the most basic tier with limited features. Small teams exploring performance management have to commit budget before they can try anything meaningful.
G2 Reviews15Five acquired Kona (AI coaching) and launched Transform (manager training) as separate products. Your bill grows every time they release something new.
CapterraMultiple reviewers report unexpected charges, difficult cancellation processes, and auto-renewal surprises. The sales process and billing transparency are consistent pain points.
G2 ReviewsOKRs are available but frequently described as basic compared to dedicated OKR tools. If objectives and key results are central to your process, the implementation feels like an afterthought.
CapterraFeature-by-feature comparison so you can decide with confidence.
| Feature | 15Five | Humareso Engage |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $4/user/mo | Free |
| Free tier | None | Up to 10 users |
| Performance reviews | $14/user tier | Included |
| OKRs | Included (basic) | Included (full) |
| 360 feedback | $14/user tier | Included |
| Recognition | Limited | Full system |
| AI coaching | Separate product | Not available |
| Gamification | None | Full system |
| Habit tracking | None | Included |
| All features in one plan | No (3 tiers + add-ons) | Yes |
Three capabilities 15Five does not offer at any tier.
Points, leaderboards, badges, streaks, and a point shop. Engage turns performance management into something people actually want to use.
Continuous, peer-rated behavioral competency tracking. Not a one-time review score; a living picture of how people show up every day.
OKRs, reviews, feedback, recognition, habits, and gamification. One price. No add-ons, no per-module upsells, no surprise invoices.
Honest assessment of where 15Five has an advantage.
15Five acquired Kona and built AI coaching into their platform. If manager coaching and development is your primary use case, their AI assistant is purpose-built for it.
15Five was built around the weekly check-in format and has refined that workflow for years. Their check-in templates and pulse question library are extensive.
The Transform product provides structured manager training courses. If you need a built-in learning management system for managers, 15Five offers that as a paid add-on.
Straight answers. No sales pitch.
Yes. We offer free migration from 15Five including check-in history, OKRs, review data, and employee records. Most migrations complete within 48 hours.
Engage covers performance reviews, OKRs, feedback, recognition, and adds gamification and habit tracking. 15Five offers AI coaching and manager training content that Engage does not have as standalone features.
Engage starts free. Paid plans are $6-8/user/month with everything included. 15Five ranges from $4-14/user/month depending on tier, with coaching and training as separate products on top.
The free tier includes OKRs, feedback, and habit tracking for up to 10 users. No time limit. Paid plans unlock reviews, recognition, gamification, and larger team sizes.
Yes. Engage supports continuous feedback loops including weekly pulse surveys, peer feedback, and manager check-ins. The format is flexible, not locked into a single template.
Engage integrates with major HRIS platforms including ADP, Paylocity, BambooHR, and UKG. If you have a specific integration need, contact us to confirm compatibility.
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