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What is Kudos?

Acknowledgment is essential! Kudos® empowers employees by fostering genuine intrinsic recognition and appreciation.

The Kudos® platform enhances employee engagement, lowers turnover rates, cultivates a positive workplace culture, and promotes greater productivity and performance. Become part of a global community of clients spanning more than 80 countries and diverse industries, and experience the transformative impact of recognition firsthand.

Pricing

Price Starts At:
$3.25
Price Overview:
Kudos® pricing is based on the number of users and the length of the contract.

Plans start with a minimum of 500 users.

Contact us for pricing.
Free Version:
Free Version available.

Integrations

Offers API?:
Yes, Kudos provides an API

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Company Facts

Company Name:
Kudos®
Date Founded:
2010
Company Location:
Canada
Company Website:
www.kudos.com/software/employee-recognition
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Product Details

Deployment
SaaS
Windows
Mac
Linux
iPhone
iPad
Android
Chromebook
Training Options
Documentation Hub
Online Training
Webinars
On-Site Training
Video Library
Support
Standard Support
24 Hour Support
Web-Based Support

Product Details

Target Company Sizes
201-500
501-1000
1001-5000
5001-10000
10001+
Target Organization Types
Mid Size Business
Enterprise
Government
Supported Languages
Arabic
Chinese (Simplified)
Czech
English
French
Greek
Japanese
Polish
Portuguese
Spanish

Kudos Categories and Features

Human Resources Software

360 Degree Feedback
Applicant Tracking
Attendance Management
Benefits Management
Career Development Planning
Compensation Management
Compliance Management
Employee Database
Employee Lifecycle Management
Onboarding
Payroll Management
Performance Management
Recruiting Management
Self Service Portal
Succession Planning
Time & Attendance Management
Time Off Management
Timesheets
Training Management

Employee Recognition Software

Goals
Leaderboards / Activity Tracking
Manager-to-Peer Recognition
Mention Management
Nominations
Peer-to-Peer Recognition
Performance Management
Rewards Catalog
Rewards Points
Social Recognition
eCards

Employee Engagement Software

Benchmarking
Cultural Alignment
Employee Awards
Employee Guides
Employee Recognition
Feedback Management
Goal Management
Health & Wellness Programs
Performance Management
Pulse Surveys

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  • Reviewer Name: Jeff B.
    Position: Underwriting Assistant Supervisor
    Has used product for: 1-2 Years
    Uses the product: Weekly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1,000 - 4,999
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Kudos deserve Kudos

    Date: Apr 11 2022
    Summary

    Kudos are a great! I love to tell others to use Kudos if they currently aren't. There's no reason not to.

    Positive

    I love being able to encourage others. This is a fun way to do so. I can give positive feedback in a safe environment. Anyone can see what has been said about others which gives the Kudos a little extra "kick".

    Negative

    There's really nothing I don't like about Kudos that I can think of.

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Project Manager
    Has used product for: 6-12 Months
    Uses the product: Weekly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1,000 - 4,999
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    Would you Recommend to Others?
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Kudos Review

    Date: Apr 12 2022
    Summary

    Overall experience is excellent. ease of using the tool, sharing recognition and encouraging people with eye catchy rewards.
    i like the tags also, exceptional, excellent etc which defines the kudos values.

    Positive

    I like the ease of giving kudos by selecting the people whom i need to recognize and share the relatable tags basis the recognition makes my tasks easier in describing the recognition. as soon i post the recognition it gets posted within minutes which indicates the site is smooth and fast in uploading posts.

    the like comment section is also good with right emojis installed in it.

    i like the notification coming in the email when someone tags for giving recognition, which keeps me updated.

    Negative

    There are no cons, as every feature has its own benefit.

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  • Reviewer Name: Otsile K.
    Position: Sales consultant
    Has used product for: 6-12 Months
    Uses the product: Monthly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Excellent

    Date: Apr 12 2022
    Summary

    Happy with Kudos, I would highly recommend it to others. Giving it 5 stars, it would be good for everyone to use.

    Positive

    Boost staff moral, and good in giving others recognition. Love the app and what it is meant to do. Giving app 5 stars.

    Negative

    N/A... Nothing negative to say about Kudos, it only deserves positive reviews.

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  • Reviewer Name: Florencia A.
    Position: Senior Graphic Designer
    Has used product for: 6-12 Months
    Uses the product: Monthly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 10,000 - 19,999
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    Layout
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Amazing platform!

    Date: Apr 11 2022
    Summary

    This is the first time I use this platform because I'm currently working in an international company and it's been really easy to use it, it has nice features and it's a nice way to recognize your colleagues' work. I still haven't redeemed my points so I can't say anything about that yet.

    Positive

    It's super easy to use and it's a great way to let your colleagues know how much you appreciate their effort and how it is to be working with them.

    Negative

    It would be nice to have some more qualities to select and to have more options to redeem points (probably this depends on the country).

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  • Reviewer Name: Ketan P.
    Position: Office Admin
    Has used product for: 6-12 Months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 500 - 999
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    Would you Recommend to Others?
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    KUDOS IS REAL FUN

    Updated: May 26 2022
    Summary

    Great tool and really amazing! We really have this great platform and supports well, Loved all the redeemed options.

    Positive

    Solid platform to encourage employees within organization and appreciate hard work . It has really been a great working environment.

    Negative

    Less redeemable options but can improve, Mobile app is not at all user friendly.

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  • Reviewer Name: Anam C.
    Position: Content Management
    Has used product for: Less than 6 months
    Uses the product: Weekly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 5,000 - 9,999
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    FUN

    Date: May 27 2022
    Summary

    A very good way to say thanks, connecting many people across the locations, and quite simple to use Also it has a lot of options where we can redeem.

    Positive

    It is wonderful that you can give recognition to anyone and show your appreciation to that person which not only creates a connection but also a good friendly bond.

    Negative

    Mobile app is buggy, but regarding the rest, there isn't any specific things that can be disliked.

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Customer Service Representative
    Has used product for: 6-12 Months
    Uses the product: Weekly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1,000 - 4,999
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Kudos for Kudos!

    Date: Apr 12 2022
    Summary

    The Kudos website is very easy to use and navigate. While I wish there was an option to zoom in/enlarge the pictures, overall the Kudos website has a great user interface.

    Positive

    I find the Kudos website very easy to use and navigate. It has a very simple, user-friendly interface.

    Negative

    There's no option to zoom in/enlarge the pictures of the Kudos rewards, which often makes it difficult to see them clearly.

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  • Reviewer Name: Ranjith J.
    Position: System Engineer
    Has used product for: 1-2 Years
    Uses the product: Weekly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1,000 - 4,999
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Kudos - Excellent appreciation portal

    Date: May 07 2022
    Summary

    Motivation is one of major key which drives us to work efficiently in an organization , Kudos definitely helps employees to greet each other, recognize and share happiness with all. Kudos! for Kudos.

    Positive

    Kudos is a great portal, in an organization where one can appreciate anyone for their work, anniversary, birthday where others can see, comment/like which really helps employees get recognized globally.
    One of special things about Kudos is, when we recognize someone for their work they will receive points depending upon the options you select ( excellent, good etc.) and using the points they can redeem for various vouchers like travel, online shopping, movie and much more.

    Negative

    Support bot is useful but it will be great if an option is enabled to get connected to a support agent via email or any other options.

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Content Manager
    Has used product for: Less than 6 months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 100 - 499
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Fun

    Date: May 26 2022
    Summary

    It's a good experience and very splendid that our company has partnered with Kudos to provide a platform to appreciate the hard work and thanking option within our peers.

    Positive

    I love the fact that we can appreciate our colleagues by sharing points with them and having lots of fun and enjoyment.

    Negative

    Mobile app is quite buggy and over all experience was quite ok.

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  • Reviewer Name: Jayati J.
    Position: Accounts Receivable Assistant
    Has used product for: 1-2 Years
    Uses the product: Weekly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 500 - 999
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    Would you Recommend to Others?
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    The BEST Platform for rewards

    Date: Apr 12 2022
    Summary

    I can get rewards for almost everything I use in my day to day life. Be it groceries, gadgets, clothes, anything and everything. Hence, the points that we earn through Kudos holds real money value.

    Positive

    Its conversion value is the best. I have used many recognition apps, however, Kudos gives the most appropriate exchange value in your local currency along with a satisfaction of being recognised for your work.

    Negative

    I have Kudos app in my phone too but it does not allow me to redeem in my local currency through the app. It would be great if that can be fixed.

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  • Reviewer Name: Joel S.
    Position: Claim Account Manager
    Has used product for: 1-2 Years
    Uses the product: Monthly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1,000 - 4,999
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Kudos is cool

    Date: Apr 11 2022
    Summary

    Very positive.

    Positive

    Nice way to let your co-workers know that they are appreciated.

    Negative

    No cons.

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  • Reviewer Name: Ashish C.
    Position: Junior Front End Developer
    Has used product for: 6-12 Months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 500 - 999
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    Would you Recommend to Others?
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Entertaining

    Date: May 27 2022
    Summary

    It provides a very good experience to users because of their reward system. Many users are bound to use this platform.

    Positive

    This platform is very interactive for the social users in organisations. Its reward system is quite beneficial to maintain relationship with another employees in the organisation.

    Negative

    Mobile application is quite buggy, it's response time is very slow.

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Fmt mechanic
    Has used product for: 1-2 Years
    Uses the product: Monthly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Awesomeness

    Date: Apr 11 2022
    Summary

    Will continue to use Kudos every chance I get as a way to help encourage coworkers to keep up the good work.

    Positive

    Kudos are awesome. Lets you build up an amount and cash out on a large number of items. Like Amazon Buffalo Wild Wings, advance auto parts.

    Negative

    That’s it’s limited to only giving 100 per month.

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Problem Manager
    Has used product for: 2+ Years
    Uses the product: Monthly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 20,000 or More
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Game On

    Date: May 06 2022
    Summary

    When receiving Kudos from people, including managers and team leads from other departments and pillars within your company, it really shows you are making a difference and effort. Everyone should do their best, as all of the people are in the same boat and should be rowing in the same direction.

    Positive

    Kudos bring out the competitive nature in people to achieve and be recognized for. Not only is it a healthy way to promote people to do better, but it also keeps them going, especially if there is some kind of a reward. It is also used to state the obvious when it comes to your KPI's and rating.

    Negative

    People can use this for their own gains, considering that friends can give each other Kudos on a regular basis. There can also be some kind of favoritism by managers and team leads when it comes to giving Kudos.

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  • Reviewer Name: Sharan S.
    Position: Project Manager
    Has used product for: 6-12 Months
    Uses the product: Weekly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 100 - 499
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    Would you Recommend to Others?
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    A way to appreciate people

    Updated: May 30 2022
    Summary

    Has been amazing with this platform. It has made lives more lively and gives a person to perform well as they are being rewarded for their good work. It also helps motivate people. Loved it.

    Positive

    Its a great opportunity to meet people and reward them for their help or assist. Or even for their performance.
    You interact with more people. There is a positive vibe amongst colleagues. This is the best way to keep a great work environment.

    Negative

    You cannot undo a post. If in case the person is wrongly tagged.

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  • Reviewer Name: Richard F.
    Position: Copywriter
    Has used product for: 1-2 Years
    Uses the product: Monthly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 500 - 999
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Rewards good work with actual value

    Date: Apr 12 2022
    Summary

    Excellent. I simply enjoy it.

    Positive

    I love the Kudos concept. I think it's wonderful and I love that it works even if you've run out of Kudos to give. It really helps people like they did a good job.

    Negative

    I think the UI needs to update if a product goes out of stock rather than making the user discover that fact the hard way.

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  • Reviewer Name: Abhinav J.
    Position: Project Manager
    Has used product for: 6-12 Months
    Uses the product: Monthly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 500 - 999
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    A good way to appreciate

    Date: Apr 12 2022
    Summary

    Overall experience is very good and encouraging. Team and peers feel motivated as these kudos gets converted into monitory benefits as well in out organization.

    Positive

    Good way to appreciate your team, colleagues or peers. It makes them feel special and keep them motivated.
    Very easy to use and share your gratitude.

    Negative

    Not been able to find any major or significant cons. Probably UI can be improved to have more attractive look and feel.

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  • Reviewer Name: Dorothea L.
    Position: Provider Referral Coordinator
    Has used product for: 2+ Years
    Uses the product: Monthly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 10,000 - 19,999
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Kudos Review

    Date: Apr 11 2022
    Summary

    So much fun, really enjoy having this. Added incentives in a job are always so exciting. Public appreciation of a job well done can be such a confidence boost.

    Positive

    I think Kudos is great. It is a great way to recognize your co-workers and peers. I enjoy the sort of public setting of it. It lets others see, hey this person is really doing great work.

    It's really important as an employee to feel like I am appreciated for the work I do. The point system may seem silly or small to some. But being recognized for hard-work, after say a trying day, is just a total mental game changer.

    Negative

    So far I do not have any cons. But I have to fill the space, so I guess I would say changing the points to reflect the 'reward' for example, X - comment is = 50 points to give. I don't have 50 points, but someone went above and beyond. It would be nice to have that removed and choose our own amount to give.

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Order/Project Manager
    Has used product for: 1-2 Years
    Uses the product: Monthly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 100 - 499
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    Would you Recommend to Others?
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Kudos is a great way to recognize my peers!

    Date: Apr 25 2022
    Summary

    Thrilled with it! Kudos is a great recognition tool, and the reward offerings are great as well! I will continue to use it monthly!

    Positive

    Kudos is east to use, and I try to "use up" all my points to give each month. It's nice to recognize someone who goes above and beyond in their job!

    Negative

    I wish we could have awards for 100 points, instead of 20, 50 then 150.

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Sr. Project Manager
    Has used product for: 1-2 Years
    Uses the product: Monthly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 100 - 499
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    Would you Recommend to Others?
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Appreciation at it's best!

    Date: May 30 2022
    Summary

    Instant gratification is loved by everyone and Kudos is the platform which allows everyone to uplift someone's mood and hard work by appreciating and rewarding in public. Totally recommended for organizations who believe in employee-friendly programs.

    Positive

    We all love being appreciated, but nothing can get better than being appreciated and rewarded simultaneously. Kudos helps a senior drive the team to its fullest and colleagues appreciate the presence of anyone helping them to make the work-life simpler and better.

    Negative

    The only cons noticed would be the lack of quality reward options for specific regions and less Kudos points allotment every month to appreciate others.

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