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Bonusly vs Multiplier

Bonusly logo

Bonusly

HR

Employee recognition that builds culture

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Multiplier logo

Multiplier

HR

Employ anyone, anywhere

From
$40/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Bonusly has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • They diverge on capability: Bonusly covers Peer-to-peer recognition, Multiplier covers Global Employment.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Bonusly and Multiplier actually diverge.

Attributes where Bonusly and Multiplier differ
AttributeBonuslyMultiplier
Starting priceFree$40/month
Pricing modelfreemiumsubscription
Free tierYesNo
PlatformsWeb, Ios, Android, ApiWeb, Ios, Android
Founded20122020

Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated), category (HR).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Bonusly

  • Peer-to-peer recognition
  • Points-based rewards
  • Manager awards
  • Reward catalog
  • Automated milestones
  • Public recognition feed
  • Analytics & insights
  • Custom company values

Only in Multiplier

  • Global Employment
  • Payroll
  • Benefits
  • Compliance
  • Contractor Management
  • Multi-currency Payments
  • Greenhouse
  • Lever

Both cover

  • Slack
  • Workday
  • BambooHR

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Bonusly

  • Peer-to-peer recognition with points employees give each othernot Multiplier
  • Redeeming points for gift cards and rewardsnot Multiplier
  • Recognition inside Slack or Microsoft Teamsnot Multiplier
  • Tracking recognition patterns across teamsnot Multiplier
  • Company-wide awards programmes on the top tiernot Multiplier

Multiplier

No use cases recorded yet. See the Multiplier review.

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Bonusly

  • The free plan is capped at 8 users
  • Reward funding is separate from the subscription: a $10 gift card costs $10 on top of the per-user fee
  • The Bizy AI assistant costs $2 per user per month more, at $5 against $3
  • SAML single sign-on, awards programmes and a dedicated success manager are on the quote-only Organization tier
  • Advanced analytics and automations start at the Team tier

Multiplier

Nothing recorded yet. See the Multiplier review.

Pricing, plan by plan

Bonusly

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Up to 8 users
    • Peer recognition
    • Slack and Teams integrations
  • Team + Bizy$5/month
    • Unlimited seats
    • Advanced analytics
    • Milestone celebrations
  • Team + Bizy$60/year
    • Annual plan saves 2 months
  • Team Without Bizy$3/month
    • Everything in Team + Bizy except Bizy AI

Multiplier

$40/month
  • Contractor$40/month
    • Contractor Management
    • Payments
    • Compliance
  • Employer of Record$400/month
    • Global Employment
    • Payroll
    • Benefits

Which should you pick?

Choose Bonusly if

  • You need peer-to-peer recognition.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Ios, Android, Api.
  • You also want points-based rewards.
Bonusly review

Choose Multiplier if

  • You need global employment.
  • You work on Web, Ios, Android.
  • You also want payroll.
Multiplier review

Questions people ask

Is Bonusly or Multiplier better?
Neither clearly leads. Bonusly starts at Free and Multiplier at $40/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Bonusly or Multiplier?
Bonusly has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for Bonusly and $40/month for Multiplier.
Does Bonusly or Multiplier run on more platforms?
Bonusly runs on Web, Ios, Android, Api. Multiplier runs on Web, Ios, Android.
Can I use Bonusly for free?
Yes. Bonusly has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Multiplier starts at $40/month.
What is Bonusly best used for?
Bonusly is most often used for peer-to-peer recognition with points employees give each other, redeeming points for gift cards and rewards, recognition inside slack or microsoft teams, tracking recognition patterns across teams. Of those, peer-to-peer recognition with points employees give each other and redeeming points for gift cards and rewards are not what Multiplier is typically brought in for.
What can Bonusly do that Multiplier cannot?
Bonusly covers Peer-to-peer recognition, Points-based rewards, Manager awards, Reward catalog. Multiplier covers Global Employment, Payroll, Benefits, Compliance. Both handle Slack, Workday, BambooHR.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Bonusly: How much does Bonusly Team plan cost?

Bonusly Team + Bizy plan costs $5 per user per month with annual billing offering 2 months free. A Team plan without Bizy AI costs $3 per user per month ($30/year).

Source
Bonusly: Is there a free Bonusly plan?

Yes, Bonusly offers a free plan for up to 8 users, including peer recognition, Slack and Teams integrations, and mobile apps. No credit card is required.

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Bonusly: What does the Bizy AI add-on cost?

Bizy AI add-on costs $2 per user per month separately from the Team plan subscription.

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