Qualtrics EmployeeXM vs 15Five

Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best Employee Engagement Software. Last verified June 13, 2026.

The short answer

Qualtrics EmployeeXM ranks higher on Top 11 (#4 vs #5) for HR teams measuring and improving engagement. The most powerful survey engine, connecting employee experience (EX) to customer experience (CX).

At a glance

Qualtrics EmployeeXM15Five
Top 11 rank#4 / The 11 Best Employee Engagement Software#5 / The 11 Best Employee Engagement Software
Score (out of 9.4)8.68.4
Best forBest for total experience managementBest for manager enablement
Pricing$$$$ (Custom pricing)$$ ($4-$14/user/mo)
HQProvo, USASan Francisco, USA
Founded20022011

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

15Five

Strongest focus on manager tools, turning engagement data into coaching and 1-on-1 agendas.

www.15five.com

See full entry in The 11 Best Employee Engagement Software

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