Looking for a Culture Amp Alternative?
Enterprise-grade employee experience at a fraction of the cost. Discover why growing teams choose LVL Up over Culture Amp.
No credit card required. 14-day free trial.
50-70%
Cost Savings
10 min
Setup Time
Free
HR Module
4.9/5
User Rating
What is Culture Amp?
About Culture Amp
Culture Amp is an employee experience platform focusing on engagement surveys, performance management, and people analytics. Founded in 2009 in Melbourne, Australia, they're known for their research-backed approach and strong enterprise focus.
Culture Amp Strengths
- Industry-leading engagement research
- Strong people analytics capabilities
- Extensive benchmarking data
- Enterprise-grade security and compliance
- Dedicated customer success teams
Common Concerns
- Very expensive for small-medium businesses
- No HR/HRIS functionality included
- Complex implementation process (months)
- Requires significant internal resources
- No transparent pricing - must contact sales
- Overkill for companies under 500 employees
Feature Comparison: LVL Up vs Culture Amp
See how LVL Up Performance stacks up against Culture Amp across key features.
| Feature |  | Culture Amp |
|---|---|---|
Employee Engagement Surveys(Engagement) | ||
Pulse Surveys(Engagement) | ||
Goal Setting & OKRs(Goals) | ||
Goal Cascade Visualization(Goals) | ||
Performance Reviews(Performance) | ||
360-Degree Feedback(Feedback) | ||
Continuous Feedback(Feedback) | ||
1:1 Meeting Tools(Meetings) | ||
Recognition & Kudos(Recognition) | Limited | |
HR Core (Employee Records)(HR) | Included Free | |
PTO Tracking(HR) | Included Free | |
Org Chart(HR) |
Why Teams Switch from Culture Amp to LVL Up
Here are the top reasons companies choose LVL Up over Culture Amp.
50-70% Lower Cost
Save thousands annually compared to Culture Amp'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 Culture Amp
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
Custom enterprise pricing, annual contracts
- No public pricing; requires demo and sales process
- HR typically requires separate purchase
- Enterprise pricing: Custom pricing, typically $8-15/employee/month
- Annual contracts often required
Switching from Culture Amp? 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 Culture Amp but couldn't justify the cost for our 150-person team. LVL Up gives us everything we need - engagement surveys, performance reviews, and HR - at a price that makes sense. Setup took a day instead of months.”
Rachel Kim
Director of People at Velocity Startup
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about switching from Culture Amp to LVL Up.
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