--- title: "Applauz Recognition Reviews 2026. Verified Reviews, Pros & Cons | Capterra" description: "Is Applauz Recognition the right Human Resources solution for you? Explore 118 verified user reviews from people in industries like yours to make a confident choice." source_url: "https://www.capterra.com/p/175278/Applauz/reviews/" page_type: "reviews" language: "en" --- Applauz Recognition 4.7 (118) [View alternatives](https://www.capterra.com/p/175278/Applauz/alternatives/) Provider data verified by our Software Research team, and reviews moderated by our Reviews Verification team. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/our-story/) * * * Last updated August 3rd, 2026 # Reviews of Applauz Recognition Ease of use 4.8 Customer Service 4.8 ## Pros and Cons in Reviews MR Melissa R Dedicated SupervisorTelecommunications, 201 - 500 employeesUsed the software for: Less than 6 months. “It boosts employee engagement with its user-friendly design and customizable recognition options, though there’s room for improvement in integration and reporting.“ September 25, 2024 MR Melissa R Dedicated SupervisorTelecommunications, 201 - 500 employeesUsed the software for: Less than 6 months. “One downside of Applauz Recognition is its limited integration with other HR tools, which could enhance user experience.“ September 25, 2024 DV David V OperatorInformation Services, 51 - 200 employeesUsed the software for: Less than 6 months. “Reinforces community behavior (highlights special events and communicates team accomplishments, rewarding accomplishments that supports key KPIs.“ September 24, 2024 AF Amanda F Regional Project ManagerInsurance, 51 - 200 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “It's slow and to log into the platform you have to manually login vs using a password program.“ September 17, 2024 RA Rise A DispatcherConsumer Services, 51 - 200 employeesUsed the software for: 6-12 months. “I love how the entire team has the ability to recognize and shout out any employee or department and also All employees are involved.“ September 27, 2024 AA Anthony A Shift leaderTelecommunications, 51 - 200 employeesUsed the software for: Less than 6 months. “I haven't quite figured out the value changes between tiers for the gift card redemptions.“ September 25, 2024 DM Donia M Account ManagerWholesale, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: Less than 6 months. “The platform makes it super easy to recognize and celebrate achievements, both big and small, which fosters a positive and motivating work environment.“ October 9, 2024 SJ Sharon J Asst. Operations Mgr.Telecommunications, 51 - 200 employeesUsed the software for: 6-12 months. “Cinemark gift cards do not have a barcode to scan“ September 24, 2024 ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 1-25 of 118 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use Philippe B. Fondateur & Président Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Full features and easy to use, I can't believe Applauz is free" May 8, 2018 5.0 Pros The system is easy to use, and customer support is just amazing. The interface is also easy enough to use that I understood how to use the tools in minutes. Cons it is necessary to prepare the HR team before implementing such a system, it is a big change that should not be underestimated. Review Source AB Alexander B. Assistant Ops Manager Telecommunications Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "TAS United Review" October 8, 2024 4.0 Overall, it has been a good experience. Pros The ability to publicly recognize agents and make them feel good about the work they do. I love the idea of the marketplace and points. Great motivator and morale booster. Cons The marketplace could have better variety. Review Source AM Alex M. HR Associate Information Technology and Services Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Fun to use, but didn't find it to be overly useful for us!" June 13, 2018 3.0 It gave us interesting ideas, we enjoyed using the software just didn't really fit with out operations. Pros It's got an excellent user interface and UX design, so it's super easy to jump right in and start using Applauz for your employee recognition programs. Cons It's not a knock on the software, but I just didn't find it brought that much value to us as an organization. We went back to our own "old-school" methods of recognizing our employees! Review Source RA Rise A. Dispatcher Consumer Services Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Rise's Review" September 27, 2024 5.0 I appreciate the points the recognition and overall employee participation Pros I love how the entire team has the ability to recognize and shout out any employee or department and also All employees are involved. Cons the decline in Applauz points given lol but I love the points and use them Review Source mT melissa T. phone operator Telecommunications Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "what I love about applauz" September 24, 2024 5.0 I love it all together as we can recognize others for many different things such as helping, there for one another but you can also use it as a tool just to say good morning how is your day as our teams are spread apart so we can communicate even with other not in our district but that are part of the team over all Pros I like that it gives us a chance to give recognition to others on the team. Cons I've not found anything that i do not like about applauz Review Source SJ Sharon J. Asst. Operations Mgr. Telecommunications Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Excellent Platform / Operations Mgmt" September 24, 2024 5.0 Great! Will highly recommend this product to other companies. Great way for employees to engage with others within the company that are in various locations. Pros Easy to use. Great way to award employees. Cons Cinemark gift cards do not have a barcode to scan Review Source GA Gabriel A. Agent Consumer Services Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "My applauz review" September 24, 2024 5.0 Pros The point system and how extensive the catalog is Cons Some items can be a bit expensive in points cost Review Source SK Suze K. Java Developer Logistics and Supply Chain Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Need improvements" September 25, 2024 4.0 So far so good. I redeem one apple watch with several products I won't use forever. Pros People can share their values and attitudes and happiness Cons Loading slow and the categories of products are not enough Review Source LA Luis A. Agent Financial Services Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "A fun way to connect with your peers." September 24, 2024 5.0 The web app is very user friendly, and efficient. It helps connect with peers and it lets user celebrate each others success and growth. Pros I recently started using Applauz and I couldn’t be more impressed with its functionality and user-friendly interface. Cons The interface could use more reactions and ways to interact. Review Source GA Gabriel A. Operator Telecommunications Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "great app but needs more variety for us on the PR island " September 27, 2024 5.0 It has been Ok the experience with Applauz has been 100% with no problem Pros the points giving and the easy way to redeem is quite simple Cons the limited perks and gift card options for the island Review Source MR Marcos R. Team Lead Internet Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Applauz Great Tool" September 24, 2024 5.0 It has been great. In addition of recognition for our accomplishments, provides an extra compensation for the effort. Pros I like the engagement from all levels of the company personnel. Cons More options for the reaction of the posts. Example: likes, high five, etc. Review Source IS Ivan S. Team Lead Telecommunications Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Applauz Review " September 24, 2024 5.0 It's been a great addition to the company, it's very fun! Pros We get to know more about the employees from the other sites. Cons No visa card in the marketplace, really the only I don't like about Applauz. Everything else is good. Review Source AR Axel R. Team Lead Telecommunications Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Casablanca" September 24, 2024 5.0 Pretty Good experience overall, its fun, and energizing. Pros The accessibility we have with other co workers. Cons Nothing, to be honest. I have nothing to complaint Review Source RD Ryan D. Operator Telecommunications Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "hard worker " September 24, 2024 5.0 nice i already use my points to buy a gift card and indeed it work Pros buy free stuff with points that you accumulate for working hard and doing a great job Cons that the good stuff to buy are to expensive JAJAJAJAJ Review Source AA Anthony A. Shift leader Telecommunications Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Easy incentives for good work" September 25, 2024 5.0 Applauz is great because it allows the company to constantly offer incentives for good work without the hassle of having to come up with a plan for bonuses etc. Ive gotten a bunch of free meals just for doing work that I was already going to do anyway. Definitely encourages me to do extra whenever I can for the added incentive. Pros Allows for extra incentives for work we are already doing. Cons I haven't quite figured out the value changes between tiers for the gift card redemptions. Review Source CW Clark W. Community Construction Manager Construction Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Applauz is Great!" September 24, 2024 4.0 I think it is fun and a great way to build teamwork in the work place. Super fun to see what others are doing. Pros The ease of posting and navigating posts. How fun it is to have Gifs available. Cons Notification tab. Want to see only ones that pertain to me. Review Source HS Heath S. Team Lead Telecommunications Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "only possitive" September 28, 2024 5.0 It helps keep the agents and supervisors engaged and enables positive communication. Pros It helps keep the agents and supervisors engaged and enables positive communication. Cons I have only positive things to say about the site. Review Source DV David V. Operator Information Services Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Applauz Recognition -- TAS United (Operator)" September 24, 2024 5.0 Pros \- Makes me feel connected to others across the organization. - Reinforces community behavior (highlights special events and communicates team accomplishments, rewarding accomplishments that supports key KPIs. Cons I personally find the interface a little confusing (clicking likes on the correct message and the like). Review Source kT kimberly T. operator Telecommunications Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "applauz recognition" September 24, 2024 5.0 I give my experience on applauz a 10 out of 10 Pros That they can recognize everyone from the company for there good work. Cons There is not really anything I dislike from applauz Review Source ST Sam T. Buyer Consumer Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "A good recognition software " September 24, 2024 5.0 The website is well-designed and makes it easy to recognize and identify colleagues A reliable recognition software that accurately identifies individuals and ensures easy colleague recognition. Pros There’s nothing to complain about; everything is running smoothly. Cons the marketplace maybe can have better filter Review Source CS Charlene S. Plan Administrator Insurance Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Excellent Service" September 17, 2024 5.0 I have had a very good experience with Applauz every time that I have ordered something. They are very fast at getting the items out also. Great plan to be part of. Pros They have so many items to pick from and the quality of the items are great. They offer high end gifts to pick from. Great ideas. Cons I don't have anything that I don't like about this program. I am very happy with everything and would highly recommend it to other companies. Review Source sO sonia O. dispatcher Telecommunications Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "excellent , happy" September 25, 2024 5.0 happy, motivated ,overwhelmed, appreciated Pros everything ,availably to express my self Cons the occurs ,the features. and icons , the flow Review Source EH Ebone' H. operator Consumer Services Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "a great experience" September 24, 2024 5.0 it def comes in handy for when you dont want to send money Pros that you can purchase items without having to spend money. Cons that we can't but badges with the points. Review Source AS Adam S. Accounting Manager Computer Software Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "A Refreshing Way To Engage With Employees" September 19, 2024 5.0 Overall Applauz is a great platform that has centralized internal employee recognition. Pros It is a refreshing way to engage with employees both to recognize the daily efforts and to strengthen company culture. Cons It is one more site to login to on a regular basis. Review Source PC Paola C. Operations Internet Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Operations " September 24, 2024 5.0 it has been good Like to see ppl on here that I have not seen Pros You know you are valued and appreciated Cons That is not extra money on my check and it should have more activities and different options Review Source Similar Products Featured ## Send me user reviews about this product ### Fill out the form and we'll send a list of the top-rated software based on real user reviews directly to your inbox.