15Five vs Praxiss: Which Continuous Performance Platform is Right for Your Team?
Last updated: March 2026
15Five vs Praxiss: Which Continuous Performance Platform is Right for Your Team?
When it comes to moving away from annual performance reviews, two names come up frequently: 15Five and Praxiss. Both platforms champion continuous performance management , keeping feedback, goals, and recognition flowing throughout the year instead of saving everything for a once-yearly conversation.
But they arrive at this philosophy from different directions. 15Five, founded in 2012, pioneered the concept of weekly check-ins and has built out capabilities around manager coaching. Praxiss, by contrast, was designed from day one as AI-native, embedding artificial intelligence and cultural intelligence into every feature.
This guide compares both platforms across pricing, features, philosophy, and use cases so you can make the right choice for your team. For a broader look at the space, see our guide to the best performance management software for Australian SMBs.
What 15Five Does
Platform Overview
15Five is a continuous performance management platform built around the idea that managers should have weekly one-on-one conversations with their direct reports. The platform surfaces priorities, blockers, and progress updates, then helps managers respond with feedback in real time.
15Five operates on a module-based pricing model: you buy the features you need, starting with engagement surveys and progressing to performance reviews, goal tracking, and manager enablement.
main Features
- Weekly Check-Ins , Employees submit brief updates (5 questions in ~15 minutes) each week, with 87% adoption rates reported
- Engagement Surveys , Annual and pulse surveys to measure sentiment
- Performance Reviews , Annual, mid-year, and ongoing reviews with templates
- OKRs and Goal Tracking , Set, track, and align objectives with key results
- 360 Feedback , Multi-rater feedback from peers, managers, and direct reports
- Manager Training , Coaching programmes to improve leadership effectiveness
- AI Assistant (AMAYA and Kona) , Recently introduced AMAYA AI agent for flight risk detection and Kona meeting assistant for automatic 1:1 note-taking and bias-free reviews
Pricing Structure
15Five operates on three tiers:
| Plan | Cost per User/Month | main Features |
|---|---|---|
| Engage | ~$4 AUD | Engagement surveys, pulse ratings, basic insights |
| Perform | ~$11 AUD | Everything in Engage + feedback, performance reviews, goals |
| Total Platform | ~$16 AUD | Everything in Perform + advanced analytics, manager training, dedicated support |
All plans require annual billing. For a 100-person team on Perform ($11/user), annual cost is approximately $13,200 AUD. For 500 people, expect around $66,000 AUD/year.
G2 Rating and Customer Base
15Five holds a 4.6/5 rating on G2 with 93% customer retention. The platform has strong adoption in the US market and counts companies like Envato (ANZ-based, ~500 people) among its customers. Users consistently praise the weekly check-in cadence and ease of adoption.
What Users Like
- Simple, intuitive interface for weekly check-ins
- Strong focus on manager effectiveness and coaching
- Flexible goal-setting with OKR alignment
- High user adoption (87% weekly check-in completion)
What Users Find Challenging
- Module-based pricing can add up quickly for larger feature sets
- Limited bias detection and cultural intelligence compared to newer platforms
- No built-in peer recognition (Shout-Outs) features
- AI features feel like add-ons to an older platform rather than core to it
What Praxiss Does
Platform Overview
Praxiss is an AI-native performance and engagement platform built specifically for Australian and New Zealand teams under 1,000 people. Rather than bolting AI onto traditional features, Praxiss embeds artificial intelligence into every module: pulse checks, 360 reviews, recognition, and insights all use AI to reduce bias, detect flight risk, and uncover sentiment patterns via continuous AI synthesis.
The philosophy: all features included, no tiering by module. Pay one price and get the full suite.
A few honest caveats worth naming: Praxiss is a newer platform with fewer reviews than 15Five. We're pre-SOC 2 certification (in progress). 15Five has a longer integration track record and more formal manager training programmes. If those are hard requirements, 15Five has the edge.
main Features
- Pulse Checks , Brief surveys with AI-analysed insights (similar to 15Five's weekly check-ins, with smarter pattern detection)
- 360 Reviews , Structured multi-rater feedback with bias detection via the four-layer feedback architecture
- Shout-Outs , Peer-to-peer recognition system (not available in 15Five)
- Live Dashboards , Real-time visibility into engagement, sentiment, flight risk, and trends
- AI Insights , Automatic detection of bias in feedback, sentiment analysis, attrition risk scoring
- BYOK AI , Bring your own language model (use Claude, GPT-4, or Gemini) to control data privacy
- No lock-in contracts , Cancel anytime; no long-term commitment required
Pricing Structure
| Plan | Cost per User/Month | Typical Team Size |
|---|---|---|
| Starter | $5 AUD | Under 100 people |
| Growth | $12 AUD | 100-500 people |
| Enterprise | Custom | 500+ people |
No setup fees. No lock-in contracts.
For a 100-person team on Growth ($12/user), annual cost is approximately $14,400 AUD. For 500 people, expect around $72,000 AUD/year.
AI-Native Approach
Praxiss doesn't treat AI as an add-on. Every feature uses machine learning:
- Bias Detection , Automatically flags language patterns in feedback that may reflect unconscious bias
- Sentiment Analysis , Aggregates pulse responses and comments to surface emotional tone and team health
- Flight Risk Scoring , Combines engagement, sentiment, and review data to identify people likely to leave
- Smart Summarisation , Distils 360 feedback into actionable insights without the noise
What Users Value
- All-in-one pricing with zero feature gatekeeping
- Strong cultural intelligence (bias detection, sentiment analysis)
- Peer recognition built in from day one
- Australian-made platform that understands SMB dynamics
- Privacy-first: BYOK AI option keeps your data in your control
- Fast setup and high adoption
Feature-by-Feature Comparison
| Feature | 15Five | Praxiss |
|---|---|---|
| Weekly Check-Ins / Pulse Surveys | Yes | Yes (AI-analysed) |
| Performance Reviews | Yes (Perform+) | Yes (all plans) |
| 360 Feedback | Yes (Perform+) | Yes (all plans) |
| OKRs / Goal Tracking | Yes (Perform+) | Yes (all plans) |
| Engagement Surveys | Yes (Engage+) | Yes (all plans) |
| Manager Training Programmes | Yes (Total Platform) | Limited |
| Peer Recognition (Shout-Outs) | No | Yes (all plans) |
| Bias Detection in Feedback | No | Yes (all plans) |
| Sentiment Analysis | Partial (via AMAYA) | Yes (all plans) |
| Flight Risk Scoring | Yes (AMAYA AI) | Yes (all plans) |
| Live Dashboards | Yes | Yes (all plans) |
| Meeting Notes Assistant | Yes (Kona) | Limited |
| Multi-language Support | Yes | Yes |
| Integrations (Slack, etc.) | Yes | Yes |
| Annual Contract Required | Yes | No |
| BYOK AI Option | No | Yes |
| Australian-Based Support | No | Yes |
Pricing Comparison: Real-World Scenarios
100-Person Team, Full Features
15Five (Perform Tier)
- Cost: $11/user x 100 x 12 months = $13,200 AUD/year
- Includes: Weekly check-ins, reviews, goals, feedback, engagement surveys
- Excludes: Advanced training, some advanced analytics
Praxiss (Growth Tier)
- Cost: $12/user x 100 x 12 months = $14,400 AUD/year
- Includes: Everything , pulse checks, reviews, 360s, goals, surveys, recognition, bias detection, flight risk, dashboards, AI insights
- Includes: No setup, cancel anytime
Verdict: Praxiss costs only ~$100/month more but delivers 5-7 additional core features (recognition, bias detection, sentiment analysis).
500-Person Team, Full Features
15Five (Total Platform Tier)
- Cost: $16/user x 500 x 12 months = $96,000 AUD/year
- Includes: Everything except custom development
Praxiss (Enterprise)
- Cost: Typically $10-11/user (volume discount) x 500 x 12 = $60,000-66,000 AUD/year
- Includes: All features, dedicated support, potential custom integrations
Verdict: For large teams, Praxiss delivers better value with built-in features 15Five charges extra for.
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main Differences at a Glance
1. Geography and Culture
15Five: US-centric platform, built for large enterprises. Strong in the States; less familiar with ANZ compliance, terminology, and team dynamics.
Praxiss: Built for Australian and NZ teams. Understands SMB culture, local compliance (Privacy Act, workplace law), and the pace of smaller organisations.
2. Pricing Philosophy
15Five: Module-based. You buy Engage, then add Perform, then add Total Platform. Costs rise as you unlock features.
Praxiss: All-in-one. One price, all features. Simpler budgeting, no surprise add-ons.
3. AI setup
15Five: AI features (AMAYA, Kona) added recently; feel like enhancements to an older platform.
Praxiss: AI-native from inception. Bias detection, sentiment, and flight risk are woven into the core product from day one.
4. Peer Recognition
15Five: Not available , would require integration with a separate tool.
Praxiss: Shout-Outs system built in, supporting peer-to-peer recognition and team culture.
5. Contracts and Lock-In
15Five: Annual contracts; typically non-negotiable.
Praxiss: Month-to-month billing, cancel anytime. Lower barrier to entry and exit.
6. Data Privacy
15Five: Your data lives in 15Five's servers (US-based).
Praxiss: BYOK AI option lets you use your own instance of Claude, GPT-4, or Gemini, keeping data in your control.
When to Choose 15Five
15Five is the right choice if:
- Your team is US-based or US-centric and you want deep manager coaching and training programmes
- You have a mid-to-large team (1,000+) and can afford module-based pricing
- Weekly check-ins are your primary need, and you don't need peer recognition
- You're willing to commit to a multi-year contract for discounts
- You're already in the 15Five ecosystem and satisfied with adoption
15Five remains strong at what it does: running structured weekly check-ins and improving manager effectiveness. For teams that need this and nothing more, it's a battle-tested choice.
When to Choose Praxiss
Praxiss is the right choice if:
- Your team is in Australia or New Zealand and under 1,000 people
- You want all features included without surprise costs or module upgrades
- Bias detection and sentiment analysis matter to your culture initiatives
- You value peer recognition and team cohesion alongside performance
- You need flexibility (no lock-in, cancel anytime)
- You want to control your data (BYOK AI option)
- You're looking for cost efficiency without compromising on capabilities
- You want a partner who understands local compliance and SMB workflows
Praxiss delivers the same continuous performance philosophy as 15Five , frequent feedback, real-time insights, goal alignment , plus cultural intelligence and recognition that traditional platforms either charge extra for or omit entirely.
setup and Adoption
15Five
- Typical onboarding: 4-8 weeks
- Heavy emphasis on manager training and change management
- Requires a dedicated project sponsor
- Strong support for large-scale rollouts
Praxiss
- Typical onboarding: 2-4 weeks
- Designed for rapid adoption in SMBs
- Built-in onboarding flows and templates
- Lower friction for fast-moving teams
Integration and Ecosystem
15Five has 50+ integrations including Slack, major HRIS platforms, and ATS systems. Praxiss currently supports SSO (Google Workspace, Microsoft Entra, Okta) and Slack. HRIS integrations are on our roadmap.
The Verdict
15Five is the incumbent , a mature, well-funded platform that pioneered continuous performance management and manager coaching. It excels at weekly check-ins and is trusted by thousands of US enterprises.
Praxiss is the challenger , purpose-built for Australian and NZ teams under 1,000 people, with AI-native design, built-in recognition, bias detection, and transparent all-in-one pricing. It delivers comparable continuous performance capabilities at similar or lower cost, with better cultural intelligence and flexibility.
For US-based teams or those needing advanced manager training programmes, 15Five is the proven choice.
For Australian and NZ teams seeking continuous performance management without the complexity, cost surprises, or long contracts, Praxiss delivers equal capability with better alignment to your culture and budget.
Also see how 15Five stacks up in our full performance management software comparison and our guide to pulse survey questions for small teams.
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FAQ
Can I switch from 15Five to Praxiss?
Yes. Both platforms support data export. Praxiss can help map your existing 15Five workflows (check-ins, reviews, goals) into Praxiss equivalents. Most teams transition within 2-4 weeks.
Does Praxiss offer manager training like 15Five's Total Platform?
Praxiss doesn't include formal manager training programmes, but the platform is designed so that managers learn through use. AI-native insights into feedback patterns and meeting notes help managers improve in real time. For formal training, you'd integrate your own provider or use Praxiss's dashboard insights as teaching moments.
Is Praxiss suitable for remote teams?
Yes. Praxiss is built for distributed teams. Pulse checks, 360 feedback, and recognition work across geographies. Slack and integration means managers see pulse responses and Shout-Outs where they already work.
What happens if we grow beyond 1,000 people?
Praxiss supports teams of any size via its Enterprise plan. If you grow significantly (2,000+), you may want to evaluate enterprise-grade platforms. That said, many Praxiss customers remain because they prefer the cultural intelligence and ease of use even as they scale.
Can we use our own AI model with Praxiss?
Yes , that's the BYOK AI feature. Instead of Praxiss using a shared AI backend, you connect your own instance of Claude (via Anthropic's API), OpenAI's GPT-4, or Google's Gemini. This keeps your data fully in your control and is ideal if you have strict data residency requirements.
Sources: 15Five Pricing and Plans, 15Five G2 Reviews, 15Five AI Features (AMAYA and Kona), Continuous Performance Management Comparison