Headspace vs Nivati
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best Employee Wellness Software Platforms. Last verified June 14, 2026.
The short answer
Headspace ranks higher on Top 11 (#2 vs #11) for HR teams running employee wellness, mental health, and benefits programs. The top choice for mental wellness, combining app-based content with clinical services.
At a glance
| Headspace | Nivati | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #2 / The 11 Best Employee Wellness Software Platforms | #11 / The 11 Best Employee Wellness Software Platforms |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 9.1 | 7.2 |
| Best for | Best-in-class mental health support | On-demand wellness marketplace |
| Pricing | $$ ($5 to $15 PEPM) | $$ ($5 to $20 PEPM) |
| HQ | Santa Monica, USA | Salt Lake City, USA |
| Founded | 2010 | 2020 |
Headspace
The top choice for mental wellness, combining app-based content with clinical services.
www.headspace.com/workSee full entry in The 11 Best Employee Wellness Software Platforms
Nivati
A flexible marketplace for employees to book live wellness sessions on demand.
nivati.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Employee Wellness Software Platforms
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