Qualtrics EmployeeXM vs Culture Amp
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best Employee Engagement Software (2026). Last verified June 13, 2026.
The short answer
Culture Amp ranks higher on Top 11 (#1 vs #4) for HR teams measuring and improving engagement. The market leader for its powerful people science, analytics, and extensive benchmark data.
At a glance
| Qualtrics EmployeeXM | Culture Amp | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #4 / The 11 Best Employee Engagement Software (2026) | #1 / The 11 Best Employee Engagement Software (2026) |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8.6 | 9.3 |
| Best for | Best for total experience management | Best for analytics and benchmarking |
| Pricing | $$$$ (Custom pricing) | $$$ ($8-$15/user/mo) |
| HQ | Provo, USA | Melbourne, Australia |
| Founded | 2002 | 2009 |
Qualtrics EmployeeXM
The most powerful survey engine, connecting employee experience (EX) to customer experience (CX).
www.qualtrics.com/employee-experience/See full entry in The 11 Best Employee Engagement Software (2026)
Culture Amp
The market leader for its powerful people science, analytics, and extensive benchmark data.
www.cultureamp.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Employee Engagement Software (2026)
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