1. Loop by Zimyo
Zimyo · Gurugram · Performance & OKR software · 4.3/5
Performance management in Zimyo.
₹60/mo
Free trial
Compared with Zoho People Performance
- No free plan, unlike Zoho People Performance
- Starts ₹12/mo higher (₹60/mo vs ₹48/mo)
Performance & OKR software · Alternatives
Best Zoho People Performance alternatives in India (2026)
Zoho People Performance is a performance & okr software product from Zoho Corporation, Chennai, priced at ₹48/mo with a free plan. We compared 20 alternatives on published price, free plan, platforms and made-in-India support: 4 have a free plan, 8 are built in India, and 4 start cheaper or free.
Quick answer
The closest alternatives to Zoho People Performance are Loop by Zimyo (₹60/mo), Zimyo Engage (₹60/mo), Synergita (₹300/mo), Profit.co (Free plan) and Perdoo (Free plan). Profit.co is the top-ranked option with a free plan. Published prices in this list start at ₹60/month.
Why businesses look for a Zoho People Performance alternative
Cost
Zoho People Performance starts at ₹48/mo. 4 alternatives start lower or have a free plan.
Zoho People Performance alternatives compared
Ranked by how closely each product matches Zoho People Performance'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | Zoho People Performance (current) | ₹48/mo | Yes | Web | Yes | 4.7/5 | — |
| 1 | Loop by Zimyo | ₹60/mo | No | Web | Yes | 4.3/5 | |
| 2 |  Zimyo Engage | ₹60/mo | No | Web | Yes | 4.3/5 | |
| 3 |  Synergita | ₹300/mo | No | Web | Yes | 4.6/5 | vs Zoho People Performance |
| 4 |  Profit.co | Free plan | Yes | Web | No | 4.5/5 | |
| 5 |  Perdoo | Free plan | Yes | Web | No | 4.5/5 | |
| 6 |  Weekdone | Free plan | Yes | Web | No | 4.5/5 | |
| 7 |  Tability | Free plan | Yes | Web | No | 4.4/5 | |
| 8 |  Peoplebox | ₹600/mo | No | Web | Yes | 4.6/5 | vs Zoho People Performance |
| 9 |  15Five | ₹400/mo | No | Web | No | 4.5/5 | vs Zoho People Performance |
| 10 |  greytHR Performance | ₹3,495/mo | No | Web | Yes | 4.6/5 | vs Zoho People Performance |
| 11 |  Keka Performance | ₹6,999/mo | No | Web | Yes | 4.5/5 | vs Zoho People Performance |
| 12 |  Leapsome | ₹700/mo | No | Web | No | 4.4/5 | |
| 13 |  Ally.io (Viva Goals) | ₹500/mo | No | Web | No | 4.3/5 | |
| 14 |  PerformYard | ₹400/mo | No | Web | No | 4.3/5 | |
| 15 |  Workleap Officevibe | ₹400/mo | No | Web | No | 4.3/5 | |
| 16 |  Lattice | ₹900/mo | No | Web | No | 4.5/5 | |
| 17 |  Engagedly | ₹700/mo | No | Web | No | 4.4/5 | |
| 18 |  Small Improvements | ₹500/mo | No | Web | No | 4.3/5 | |
| 19 |  Qandle Performance | ₹2,450/mo | No | Web | Yes | 4.3/5 | |
| 20 |  Darwinbox Performance | On request | No | Web | Yes | 4.3/5 |
Top 10 Zoho People Performance alternatives in detail
₹60/mo
Free trial
Compared with Zoho People Performance
- No free plan, unlike Zoho People Performance
- Starts ₹12/mo higher (₹60/mo vs ₹48/mo)
3. Synergita
Synergita · Chennai · Performance & OKR software · 4.6/5
Performance management and OKR built in Chennai.
₹300/mo
Free trial
Compared with Zoho People Performance
- No free plan, unlike Zoho People Performance
- Starts ₹252/mo higher (₹300/mo vs ₹48/mo)
4. Profit.co
Profit.co · Fremont · Performance & OKR software · 4.5/5
OKR software with Indian engineering.
Free plan
Free plan available
Free plan
Free plan available
Free plan
Free plan available
Free plan
Free plan available
8. Peoplebox
Peoplebox · Bengaluru · Performance & OKR software · 4.6/5
OKR and performance platform built in Bengaluru.
₹600/mo
Free trial
Compared with Zoho People Performance
- No free plan, unlike Zoho People Performance
- Starts ₹552/mo higher (₹600/mo vs ₹48/mo)
9. 15Five
15Five · San Francisco · Performance & OKR software · 4.5/5
Performance management with check-ins.
₹400/mo
Free trial
Compared with Zoho People Performance
- No free plan, unlike Zoho People Performance
- Starts ₹352/mo higher (₹400/mo vs ₹48/mo)
10. greytHR Performance
Greytip Software · Bengaluru · Performance & OKR software · 4.6/5
Reviews in greytHR.
₹3,495/mo
Free trial
Compared with Zoho People Performance
- No free plan, unlike Zoho People Performance
- Starts ₹3,447/mo higher (₹3,495/mo vs ₹48/mo)
Zoho People Performance alternatives by what you need
Cheaper than Zoho People Performance
Free Zoho People Performance alternatives
Indian alternatives to Zoho People Performance
How to choose a Zoho People Performance 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.
Zoho People Performance alternatives — FAQs
What is the best alternative to Zoho People Performance in 2026?+
The closest matches to Zoho People Performance on App Advisor are Loop by Zimyo (₹60/mo), Zimyo Engage (₹60/mo), Synergita (₹300/mo). They are ranked by how closely their category, pricing model, platforms and target business size match Zoho People Performance, then by rating. The best choice depends on your team size and budget.
Is there a free alternative to Zoho People Performance?+
Yes. 4 of the 20 alternatives listed have a free plan or are free: Profit.co (Free plan), Perdoo (Free plan), Weekdone (Free plan). Free plans usually cap users, records or transactions, so check the limits against your monthly volume.
What is the cheapest alternative to Zoho People Performance?+
Among alternatives that publish a price, Loop by Zimyo starts lowest at ₹60/mo, compared with ₹48/mo for Zoho People Performance. Profit.co also has a free plan. Prices are read from each vendor's website and exclude GST.
Is there an Indian alternative to Zoho People Performance?+
Yes. 8 alternatives are built in India, including Loop by Zimyo (₹60/mo), Zimyo Engage (₹60/mo), Synergita (₹300/mo). Indian products usually handle GST, TDS and UPI natively and bill in rupees.
Zoho People Performance vs Loop by Zimyo: which is better?+
Loop by Zimyo is the closest match to Zoho People Performance in our catalogue. Key differences: No free plan, unlike Zoho People Performance; Starts ₹12/mo higher (₹60/mo vs ₹48/mo). Compare them side by side before you book a demo.
How were these Zoho People Performance alternatives chosen?+
Every product listed sits in performance & okr software or a category Zoho People Performance also covers, and Zoho Corporation'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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