01 / Cost
50–70% lower.
Flat-rate by org, not per-seat. HR included instead of priced as a separate product like Lattice does.
Comparison
LVL Up vs Lattice
Discover why growing teams choose LVL Up over Lattice for simpler setup, lower costs, and HR included free.
About Lattice
Lattice is a people management platform that combines performance management, employee engagement, and OKRs. Founded in 2015, they've grown to serve enterprise customers with a comprehensive suite of HR tools focused on employee development and engagement.
- Founded
- 2015
- Headquarters
- San Francisco, CA
- Primary focus
- Performance Management & Employee Engagement
- Ideal for
- Mid-market to Enterprise companies (200+ employees)
- Pricing model
- Per employee/month, requires annual contract
- Starting price
- $11
Why LVL Up
Six places we're deliberately different.
02 / Setup
Ten minutes.
Sign up, invite team, set goals, run a feedback cycle. No implementation specialist, no procurement gauntlet.
03 / Scope
HR + performance, one tool.
Goals, feedback, recognition, reviews, and HR essentials live together. One bill, one login, one search.
04 / Career
LVL Proof portfolios.
Employees own a career portfolio that follows them — feedback, recognition, completed goals as evidence.
05 / Engagement
Gamification, opt-in.
XP, streaks, badges, and rewards that managers can enable per team. Off if your culture prefers quiet.
06 / Pricing
Transparent.
Every tier and price published. No sales call to find out what you'd pay.
Feature comparison
Side by side.
Feature
LVL Up
Lattice
Goal Setting & OKRs
Goal Cascade Visualization
Performance Reviews
360-Degree Feedback
Continuous Feedback
1:1 Meeting Tools
Employee Engagement Surveys
Recognition & Kudos
HR Essentials (Employee Records)
Included Free
Separate Product
PTO Tracking
Included Free
Add-on
Org Chart
LVL Proof Career Portfolios
Where Lattice is strong
- Strong brand recognition in enterprise market
- Comprehensive employee engagement features
- Large integration ecosystem
- Dedicated customer success for enterprise
- Advanced analytics and benchmarking
Where it falls short
- Expensive for small-medium businesses
- Requires annual contracts
- Complex implementation (weeks to months)
- HR requires separate purchase or integration
- Pricing not transparent - requires sales call
- Can feel overwhelming for smaller teams
Migrating from Lattice
CSV import for employees, departments, and goals. The founder personally helps map fields the first time, so nothing gets dropped.
- Typical migration time
- 1-2 days
- Complexity
- Low
Common questions
Things teams ask before switching.
- How does LVL Up compare to Lattice on pricing?
- LVL Up is typically 50-70% less expensive than Lattice. Our Storming plan starts at $79/month for up to 100 employees ($0.79/employee), while Lattice typically charges $11-20/employee/month. Plus, LVL Up includes HR functionality at no extra cost, which Lattice charges separately for or requires integration with another tool.
- Can I migrate my data from Lattice to LVL Up?
- Yes! We offer free migration assistance. You can export your employee data, goals, and review history from Lattice and import them into LVL Up. Our team will help ensure a smooth transition with minimal disruption to your workflows.
- Does LVL Up have the same features as Lattice?
- LVL Up covers all core performance management features including goals/OKRs, performance reviews, 360 feedback, recognition, and analytics. We also include features Lattice doesn't offer like LVL Proof career portfolios, built-in gamification, and HR functionality at no extra cost.
- Is LVL Up suitable for enterprise companies?
- Yes! Our Performing plan supports unlimited employees with enterprise features like SSO/SAML, custom integrations, and dedicated account management. LVL Up is designed to scale with companies of 500+ employees.
- How long does it take to set up LVL Up vs Lattice?
- LVL Up can be set up in about 10 minutes with no implementation fees. Lattice implementations typically take 4-8 weeks and often require paid professional services. Our intuitive interface means most teams are productive from day one.
- What if my team is used to Lattice's interface?
- LVL Up's modern interface is intuitive and easy to learn. Most teams report full adoption within the first week. We also provide training resources and onboarding support to ensure a smooth transition.
Switch in an afternoon.
Start free, no credit card. Cancel any time. The founder will personally help you migrate from Lattice if you want a hand.