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Head-to-head · Performance Management Software

15Five vs Engagedly

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 6 checks side by side
Higher score 15Five #1 in Performance Management Software 8.9/10 Paid ✓ 4 of 4 features Visit 15Five
Engagedly #10 in Performance Management Software 7.9/10 Paid ✓ 4 of 4 features Visit Engagedly

15Five leads on 0 checks, Engagedly on 1, and 5 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 6 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest score15Five · 8.9/10
  • Lowest starting priceEngagedly · $2/user/mo

15Five scores higher on our rubric for performance management software: 8.9 against 7.9 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #10.

Engagedly is cheaper to start at $2/user/mo against $4/user/mo.

15Five is the better fit for mature, full-suite performance teams. Engagedly is the better fit for organizations needing broad talent-management features.

  • 15Five fits best

    Mature, full-suite performance teams

  • Engagedly fits best

    Organizations needing broad talent-management features

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Side by side

Feature 15Five 8.9/10 Visit ↗ Engagedly 7.9/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.9 7.9
Ranking #1 in Performance Management Software #10 in Performance Management Software
Best for Mature, full-suite performance teams Organizations needing broad talent-management features
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price $4/user/mo $2/user/mo (best)
Free plan — —
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Mobile Cloud, Mobile
Platforms Web, iOS, Android Web, iOS, Android
Support Email, Live chat, Docs Docs
Compliance SOC 2, GDPR, SSO/SAML, 2FA SOC 2, GDPR
Integrations 10 integrations 20 integrations
Built for Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features 15Five 4/4 · Engagedly 4/4
One-on-ones ✓ ✓
Review calibration ✓ ✓
Competency frameworks ✓ ✓
Goal alignment ✓ ✓
Specs
Goal framework Both Both
Review cycles Both Both
Users on cheapest plan Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Configurable reviews, 360 feedback, calibration, and competency frameworks
  • Connects company, team, and individual goals through OKRs
  • Web, iOS, Android, API, and HRIS integrations support broad access
  • Configurable reviews, cascading OKRs, 360 feedback, and calibration
  • Adds learning, recognition, surveys, mentoring, and talent mobility suites
  • Web, iOS, and Android apps plus HR, identity, and collaboration integrations
Cons
  • No free plan is available
  • Annual billing applies to all published plan prices
  • Full performance coverage requires Perform or Total Platform
  • No free plan; listed suite prices are billed annually
  • Broader capabilities require choosing and paying for separate suites
  • Support channels listed are documentation
Our verdict

15Five is a performance management platform for HR leaders, managers, and employees. It brings together configurable performance review cycles, 360-degree feedback, competencies, calibration, OKRs, guided one-on-ones, weekly check-ins,…

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Engagedly combines performance management with a wider set of talent tools for organizations coordinating reviews, goals, feedback, development, and employee engagement. Its Performance Suite includes customizable review templates and…

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  1. 15FivePerformance Management Software 8.9Paid
  2. EngagedlyPerformance Management Software 7.9Paid

Strengths and trade-offs

  • 15Five — where it wins

    • Configurable reviews, 360 feedback, calibration, and competency frameworks
    • Connects company, team, and individual goals through OKRs
    • Web, iOS, Android, API, and HRIS integrations support broad access

    Where it doesn't

    • No free plan is available
    • Annual billing applies to all published plan prices
    • Full performance coverage requires Perform or Total Platform

  • Engagedly — where it wins

    • Configurable reviews, cascading OKRs, 360 feedback, and calibration
    • Adds learning, recognition, surveys, mentoring, and talent mobility suites
    • Web, iOS, and Android apps plus HR, identity, and collaboration integrations

    Where it doesn't

    • No free plan; listed suite prices are billed annually
    • Broader capabilities require choosing and paying for separate suites
    • Support channels listed are documentation

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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