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    illume (discontinued)

    Score10 out of 10
    N/AFrom group cards to group gifts, illume was an employee recognition solution used to celebrate, thank, and support a recipient. It was acquired by Kudoboard in late 2022, and is no longer available for sale.

    $99

    per year

    ShortStack

    Score10 out of 10
    N/AShortStack is a landing page creation and contesting solution built around features such as social marketing campaigns, robust third-party integrations, and custom design services.

    $99

    per month

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    illume (discontinued)ShortStack
    Editions & Modules
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    BUSINESS
    $99
    per month
    AGENCY
    $249
    per month
    BRAND
    $499
    per month
    ENTERPRISE
    Contact Sales
    per month
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    Pricing Offerings
    illume (discontinued)ShortStack
    Free Trial
    NoNo
    Free/Freemium Version
    YesNo
    Premium Consulting/Integration Services
    NoNo
    Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
    Additional DetailsOne card can be sent for $5.99.Switch To Annual And Save 20%
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    Quantum Workplace Engagement Surveys and Pulses
    Score10 out of 10
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    User Ratings
    illume (discontinued)ShortStack
    Likelihood to Recommend
    10.0
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    User Testimonials
    illume (discontinued)ShortStack
    Likelihood to Recommend
    Discontinued Products
    Illume seems best to use for holidays, special occasions, and events, like birthdays, anniversaries, retirements, corporate or leadership development retreats, etc. It's less appropriate for cases where you don't have at least a few people to contribute to a card—it's still possible to create and send a card with only one or two contributors, but the tool's designed for groups and teams and allows unlimited contribution
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    Pancake Laboratories Inc. (Shortstack)
    I love ShortStack's customer support. For the most part, they are available immediately through chat and respond to email inquiries within a very reasonable timeframe. As a longtime customer, they have accommodated my needs. Their platform is set up for all users - whether you are not very tech-savvy or an IT person, you can find ways to utilize your skills.
    Incentivized
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    Pros
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    Pancake Laboratories Inc. (Shortstack)
    • Easily select Facebook Comment Content entries
    • Create custom contest landing pages with ease
    • Customer support team is very friendly and helps out
    Incentivized
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    Cons
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    Pancake Laboratories Inc. (Shortstack)
    • No API integration for email collection in real-time to major ESPs such as Responsys.
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    Alternatives Considered
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    Pancake Laboratories Inc. (Shortstack)
    They’re similar, but not the same type of product. Both offer great flexibility for a business.
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    Return on Investment
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    Pancake Laboratories Inc. (Shortstack)
    • Fan engagement increase
    Incentivized
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    Screenshot of Invite individuals to contribute to a group card. Contributors can add photos, GIFs, and video. Contributors also get suggestions of what to say depending on the card occasion.Screenshot of Bulk create cards and manage dates, invites, and contributions.Screenshot of Access a curated gifting marketplace to find the perfect gift. All gift offerings pass a vetting process ensuring that gifts are memorable and ethically sourced.