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Enterprise-grade goal management without enterprise complexity or cost. Discover why growing teams choose LVL Up over Betterworks.
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50-70%
Cost Savings
10 min
Setup Time
Free
HR Module
4.9/5
User Rating
What is Betterworks?
About Betterworks
Betterworks is an enterprise continuous performance management platform focused on OKRs and goal alignment. Founded in 2013, they serve large enterprises with sophisticated goal cascading, calibration, and analytics tools. They're known for their OKR methodology expertise.
Betterworks Strengths
- Deep OKR methodology expertise
- Sophisticated goal cascade tools
- Enterprise-grade calibration
- Strong analytics and reporting
- Established enterprise customer base
Common Concerns
- Very expensive for SMBs
- No HR/HRIS functionality
- Complex, lengthy implementations
- Overkill for teams under 500 people
- No self-service option - must talk to sales
- Annual contracts required
Feature Comparison: LVL Up vs Betterworks
See how LVL Up Performance stacks up against Betterworks across key features.
| Feature |  | Betterworks |
|---|---|---|
Goal Setting & OKRs(Goals) | ||
Goal Cascade Visualization(Goals) | ||
Goal Alignment Tools(Goals) | ||
OKR Check-ins(Goals) | ||
Performance Reviews(Performance) | ||
Calibration Tools(Performance) | ||
360-Degree Feedback(Feedback) | ||
Continuous Feedback(Feedback) | ||
1:1 Meeting Tools(Meetings) | ||
Conversation Intelligence(Meetings) | ||
Employee Engagement(Engagement) | ||
Recognition & Kudos(Recognition) | Limited |
Why Teams Switch from Betterworks to LVL Up
Here are the top reasons companies choose LVL Up over Betterworks.
50-70% Lower Cost
Save thousands annually compared to Betterworks's enterprise pricing. HR included free.
10-Minute Setup
Go live in minutes, not weeks. No complex implementation or expensive consultants needed.
HR + Performance Combined
One platform for everything. No juggling multiple tools or paying for separate HR software.
LVL Proof Portfolios
Unique career portfolio feature. Employees own their achievements and growth story.
Built-in Gamification
Engagement features that make performance management something employees actually enjoy.
Modern Experience
Clean, intuitive interface designed for 2024. No legacy UI holding you back.
Pricing: LVL Up vs Betterworks
Transparent pricing that scales with your team. No hidden fees, no surprise charges.
RecommendedStarting price for up to 25 employees
- Transparent per-employee pricing
- HR module included free
- 14-day free trial, no card required
- Cancel anytime, one click
- All features included in all plans
Enterprise contracts, custom pricing
- No self-service; requires sales engagement and annual commitment
- HR typically requires separate purchase
- Enterprise pricing: $15-25/user/month typical
- Annual contracts often required
Switching from Betterworks? We Make It Easy.
Our dedicated migration team will help you move your data and get set up in no time. Most teams are fully operational within 2-3 days.
2-3 days
Average Migration Time
Free
Migration Assistance
Medium
Complexity Level
“We evaluated Betterworks but couldn't justify $20/user/month for 200 employees. LVL Up gave us the OKR and performance tools we needed at a fraction of the cost. Setup took a day instead of months, and we got HR functionality included.”
Mark Thompson
Chief People Officer at ScaleUp Technologies
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about switching from Betterworks to LVL Up.
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