Qualtrics EmployeeXM vs Leapsome
Side-by-side from the Top 11 rankings of The 11 Best Employee Engagement Software (2026) and The 11 Best Performance Management Software Tools (2026). Last verified June 13, 2026.
The short answer
Leapsome ranks higher on Top 11 (#4 vs #4) for HR teams measuring and improving engagement / HR leaders and managers running employee performance reviews, OKRs, and 360 feedback. The most flexible platform for designing custom review cycles and competency frameworks.
At a glance
| Qualtrics EmployeeXM | Leapsome | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #4 / The 11 Best Employee Engagement Software (2026) | #4 / The 11 Best Performance Management Software Tools (2026) |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8.6 | 8.6 |
| Best for | Best for total experience management | Highly customizable reviews and development |
| Pricing | $$$$ (Custom pricing) | $$ ($8 to $14 PEPM) |
| HQ | Provo, USA | Berlin, Germany |
| Founded | 2002 | 2016 |
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)
Leapsome
The most flexible platform for designing custom review cycles and competency frameworks.
www.leapsome.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Performance Management Software Tools (2026)
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