1. Xoxoday Empuls
Xoxoday · Bengaluru · Performance & OKR software · 4.4/5
Engagement, recognition and surveys built in India.
₹100/mo
Free trial
Compared with HiFives
- Publishes a price (₹100/mo); HiFives is quote-only
Performance & OKR software · Alternatives
Best HiFives alternatives in India (2026)
HiFives is a performance & okr software product from HiFives, Bengaluru, priced at On request. We compared 20 alternatives on published price, free plan, platforms and made-in-India support: 1 have a free plan, 6 are built in India, and 6 start cheaper or free.
Quick answer
The closest alternatives to HiFives are Xoxoday Empuls (₹100/mo), Darwinbox Performance (On request), Vantage Pulse (On request), Kudos (₹300/mo) and Bonusly (₹250/mo). Teamflect is the top-ranked option with a free plan. Published prices in this list start at ₹100/month.
Why businesses look for a HiFives alternative
The price isn't published
HiFives quotes HiFives per organisation. 5 of the 20 alternatives below publish a starting price, so you can budget before a sales call.
There is no free plan
HiFives has no free tier. 1 alternatives do, which lets you test with real data before you pay.
HiFives alternatives compared
Ranked by how closely each product matches HiFives's category, pricing model, platforms and business size, then by rating. Prices exclude GST.
| # | Software | Starting price | Free plan | Platforms | Made in India | Rating | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | HiFives (current) | On request | No | Web | Yes | 4.1/5 | — |
| 1 | Xoxoday Empuls | ₹100/mo | No | Web | Yes | 4.4/5 | |
| 2 |  Darwinbox Performance | On request | No | Web | Yes | 4.3/5 | |
| 3 |  Vantage Pulse | On request | No | Web | Yes | 4.2/5 | |
| 4 |  Kudos | ₹300/mo | No | Web | No | 4.3/5 | |
| 5 |  Bonusly | ₹250/mo | No | Web | No | 4.2/5 | |
| 6 |  Culture Amp | On request | No | Web | No | 4.3/5 | |
| 7 |  Nectar HR | ₹250/mo | No | Web | No | 4.2/5 | |
| 8 |  Motivosity | ₹300/mo | No | Web | No | 4.2/5 | |
| 9 |  Betterworks | On request | No | Web | No | 4.2/5 | |
| 10 |  Mesh | On request | No | Web | Yes | 4.3/5 | |
| 11 |  HROne Performance | On request | No | Web | Yes | 4.1/5 | |
| 12 |  Culture Monkey | On request | No | Web | Yes | 4/5 | |
| 13 |  Quantive (Gtmhub) | On request | No | Web | No | 4.1/5 | |
| 14 |  Teamflect | Free plan | Yes | Web | No | 4.2/5 | |
| 15 |  Trakstar | On request | No | Web | No | 4.2/5 | |
| 16 |  Reflektive | On request | No | Web | No | 4.1/5 | |
| 17 |  ClearCompany | On request | No | Web | No | 4.1/5 | |
| 18 |  TINYpulse | On request | No | Web | No | 4/5 | |
| 19 |  Glint (Viva Glint) | On request | No | Web | No | 4/5 | |
| 20 |  Peakon (Workday) | On request | No | Web | No | 4/5 |
Top 10 HiFives alternatives in detail
2. Darwinbox Performance
Darwinbox · Hyderabad · Performance & OKR software · 4.3/5
Performance module in Darwinbox.
On request
Quote-based
On request
Quote-based
Compared with HiFives
- Publishes a price (₹300/mo); HiFives is quote-only
₹250/mo
Free trial
Compared with HiFives
- Publishes a price (₹250/mo); HiFives is quote-only
6. Culture Amp
Culture Amp · Melbourne · Performance & OKR software · 4.3/5
Employee engagement and performance.
On request
Quote-based
₹250/mo
Free trial
Compared with HiFives
- Publishes a price (₹250/mo); HiFives is quote-only
₹300/mo
Free trial
Compared with HiFives
- Publishes a price (₹300/mo); HiFives is quote-only
9. Betterworks
Betterworks · Redwood City · Performance & OKR software · 4.2/5
OKR and performance for enterprises.
On request
Quote-based
10. Mesh
Mesh · Bengaluru · Performance & OKR software · 4.3/5
AI-native performance management built in India.
On request
Quote-based
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How to choose a HiFives alternative
- Decide on the model first — OKRs, KRAs or competency-based reviews — and pick a tool that supports it natively.
- Check manager adoption features: reminders, mobile check-ins and simple forms.
- Ensure it integrates with your HRMS so employee data is not duplicated.
HiFives alternatives — FAQs
What is the best alternative to HiFives in 2026?+
The closest matches to HiFives on App Advisor are Xoxoday Empuls (₹100/mo), Darwinbox Performance (On request), Vantage Pulse (On request). They are ranked by how closely their category, pricing model, platforms and target business size match HiFives, then by rating. The best choice depends on your team size and budget.
Is there a free alternative to HiFives?+
Yes. 1 of the 20 alternatives listed have a free plan or are free: Teamflect (Free plan). Free plans usually cap users, records or transactions, so check the limits against your monthly volume.
What is the cheapest alternative to HiFives?+
Among alternatives that publish a price, Xoxoday Empuls starts lowest at ₹100/mo. Teamflect also has a free plan. Prices are read from each vendor's website and exclude GST.
Is there an Indian alternative to HiFives?+
Yes. 6 alternatives are built in India, including Xoxoday Empuls (₹100/mo), Darwinbox Performance (On request), Vantage Pulse (On request). Indian products usually handle GST, TDS and UPI natively and bill in rupees.
HiFives vs Xoxoday Empuls: which is better?+
Xoxoday Empuls is the closest match to HiFives in our catalogue. Key differences: Publishes a price (₹100/mo); HiFives is quote-only. Compare them side by side before you book a demo.
How were these HiFives alternatives chosen?+
Every product listed sits in performance & okr software or a category HiFives also covers, and HiFives's own products are excluded. Prices, free plans and platforms come from each vendor's official website. App Advisor does not sell any of this software.
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