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Bonusly vs. WorkStep RETAIN

Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
Bonusly
Score 9.5 out of 10
N/A
Bonusly is a continuous performance and employee recognition platform designed to bring recognition, feedback, check-ins, and 1:1s into the flow of work, enabling employees and managers to build consistent performance habits. Core Capabilities Peer Recognition & Rewards: Value-tagged shout-outs with points redeemable for global gift cards, curated physical items, and nonprofit donations. Continuous Feedback: Lightweight prompts and…
$0
per month per seat
WorkStep RETAIN
Score 0.0 out of 10
N/A
WorkStep is a workforce retention company. WorkStep RETAIN helps employers reduce frontline employee turnover at scale. WorkStep provides the intelligence layer across the full employment lifecycle, from sourcing to exit, that aims to enables users to be the employer of choice in their space. WorkStep works with brands to help them give their distributed frontline workers a voice and take the right actions to improve satisfaction and reduce turnover. They aim to deliver…N/A
Pricing
BonuslyWorkStep RETAIN
Editions & Modules
Free
$0
per month per seat
Team
$3
per month per seat
Organization
Custom Pricing
per month per seat
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Offerings
Pricing Offerings
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Free Trial
YesNo
Free/Freemium Version
YesNo
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
NoNo
Entry-level Setup FeeOptionalNo setup fee
Additional DetailsBonusly offers three tiers: Free (free forever): Get started with core rituals like peer recognition and structured 1:1s—ideal for small teams building great habits from day one. Team: $3 per seat/month (or $30 per seat/year with annual billing). Built for managers and teams who want to stay connected, build trust, and improve every day. Unlocks the full power of habit-building features across recognition, guidance, 1:1s, and check-ins. Organization: Custom pricing upon request. Designed for companies that need scale, security, and analytics. Connect everyday culture to performance and engagement patterns, surface organizational insights, and prove impact with advanced reporting. A free trial is available for eligible tiers.—
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Community Pulse
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Considered Both Products
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I think it's because of the cost.
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I evaluated Donut points, but I felt like they were still in the process of creating features that Bonusly already has.
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Anonymous
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the cost was [the] main factor for us. I think the platforms are very similar. Bonusly is one focused on just employee recognition which is great and concise. Blueboard offers a lot more by way of experiences and gift-giving for recognition but on the pricier side.
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Abigail Koenig
Founder/Executive Director
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I haven’t found any other platform that I would consider in a similar product to Bonusly. When we got involved with the platform, it was the only one of it’s type and we’ve been blown away with it since then.
Candace Mitchell | TrustRadius Reviewer
Candace Mitchell
Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist
Chose Bonusly
Bonusly builds a recognition-rich culture like no other reward and recognition software by empowering everyone to recognize their peers, direct reports, and managers. With nifty features and a simple interface, Bonusly is fun and intuitive to use and employees tend to adopt …
Jared Miller | TrustRadius Reviewer
Jared Miller
NOC Manager
Chose Bonusly
The "big name" to me has always been CrewHu. Not sure why they aren't in the listing at the time of this writing but they are far and away the big name from my perspective. This is the main other tool we've seriously considered and I think it highlights the opposite points I've …
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User Ratings
BonuslyWorkStep RETAIN
Likelihood to Recommend
9.4
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Usability
9.4
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Support Rating
10.0
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User Testimonials
BonuslyWorkStep RETAIN
Likelihood to Recommend
Bonusly has provided us a formal space to post recognition. While face to face recognition still occurs, this is a place where staff can post publicly or privately, but a majority choose public. It has been incredibly popular since our implementation. Staff love the ability to earn time off through recognition. That customized redemption is our most popular reward.
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Pros
  • Great platform design - easy to navigate and fun to use
  • Great job connecting teams to communicate and celebrate hard work
  • Aces it on employee recognition and peer to peer feedback
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Cons
  • There should be more option to redeem points like custom rewards.
  • Then, more digital gift cards are popular for that specific country. We have a global workforce and there are different countries involved.
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Usability
Bonusly is easy to use and intuitive for anyone familiar with technology and using websites. There is a page where posts are made, and a page where rewards are redeemed. It is very straightforward.
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Support Rating
I never had any issues with support. It's especially nice to be able to add location-specific rewards.
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Alternatives Considered
I haven’t found any other platform that I would consider in a similar product to Bonusly. When we got involved with the platform, it was the only one of it’s type and we’ve been blown away with it since then.
AK
Abigail Koenig
Founder/Executive Director
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Return on Investment
  • Employees are encouraged to "live the values" as other members see and recognize their achievements monetarily.
  • This spreads a load of recognition from just leadership/managers across the entire organization, potentially eliminating/reducing a recurring existing task your company is currently doing.
  • Features/freedom of posting in a 'social media' style environment encourages light-hearted comradery between employees.
Jared Miller | TrustRadius Reviewer
Jared Miller
NOC Manager
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ScreenShots

Bonusly Screenshots

Screenshot of Bonusly’s home screen, which brings recognition to life with a social, real-time feed. Employees celebrate contributions with value-tagged messages, images, and emojis, while points accumulate toward meaningful rewards. This hub makes appreciation easier, and keeps the habits that drive culture right in front of everyone.Screenshot of Bonusly’s rewards experience, that gives employees access to a global catalog of gift cards, curated physical products, and nonprofit donations—all with instant fulfillment. Its categories and clear point ranges help people find rewards. With no markups and full visibility into spend, teams get a richer rewards experience without added admin work.Screenshot of Bonusly’s insights dashboard, which helps managers understand team health at a glance. Recognition trends, participation patterns, and value alignment reveal where the team excels and where support might be needed. With simple filters and export options, leaders can make data-driven decisions and run more informed performance reviews.Screenshot of Bonusly’s 1:1 workspace, which brings structure, shared notes, discussion topics, and past highlights into a collaborative view. Managers and employees stay aligned on priorities, celebrate wins, and address blockers early, with context from recognition and feedback woven in.Screenshot of where Bonusly automatically pulls together recognition, feedback, and work highlights into an organized performance recap. Managers get a clear storyline of contributions across months, and employees see their impact reflected accurately. This supports more fair, consistent, and insightful performance conversations.Screenshot of how Bonusly integrates natively with both Slack and Microsoft Teams so recognition happens in the flow of work. Employees can give, receive, and react to recognition directly in their chat channels, boosting participation and making appreciation feel immediate and natural. With updates and celebrations surfacing where conversations already happen, recognition becomes a daily habit—not another tool to remember.