Small Improvements
Berlin performance review platform with 360 feedback, objectives, 1:1s and pulse surveys, priced per user from $3 a month
Quick Overview
| Company | Small Improvements Software GmbH |
|---|---|
| Category | Performance Management Software |
| Headquarters | Berlin, Germany |
| Founded | Not stated |
| EU Presence | Yes - Germany (EU) |
| Data Location | Not stated on the pages reviewed (see vendor Trust Center) |
| Open Source | No |
| GDPR Compliant | Yes |
| Self-Hosting | No |
| Main Features | Performance reviews, calibration reviews, 360 degree feedback, anytime feedback, objectives, 1:1 meetings, pulse surveys, praise, AI insights, HRIS integrations |
| Pricing | Launch $3, Grow $6, Elevate $9 per user per month, billed annually; minimum 20 users (Launch, Grow) or 30 (Elevate); 30-day free trial |
| Best For | Companies of roughly 50 to 750 staff that want a focused review tool |
| Replaces | 15Five, Lattice, Culture Amp |
Detailed Review
Small Improvements covers the core performance cycle: reviews, 360 feedback, objectives, 1:1 meetings and pulse surveys. It describes itself as a platform optimised for 50 to 750 staff, and positions reviews as an alternative to forcing people onto a bell curve.
The contracting entity is Small Improvements Software GmbH in Berlin, registered at the Amtsgericht Charlottenburg (HRB 134106 B). The terms are governed by German law, with arbitration in Berlin.
Reviews and Calibration
The reviews module offers basic reviews and calibration reviews, included templates, performance plotting and automated notifications at each step. The vendor says AI can gather insights across reviews and highlight training needs.
Admins can change on-screen wording, design and emails, which suits teams that want the process to match their own terminology.
Objectives, 1:1s and Surveys
Objectives can cascade from company level, and an AI objectives coach turns feedback into goals. 1:1 meetings use shared agendas and tracked action items, so manager conversations feed the same record as the reviews.
Pulse surveys are confidential, with heatmaps and trend reports for HR. The Grow plan adds 360 feedback, objectives, 1:1s and pulse surveys; the Elevate plan adds all features, integrations, customisations and advanced analytics.
Pricing and Contract
Prices are public: $3, $6 and $9 per user per month on annual billing, with minimums of 20 users on Launch and Grow and 30 on Elevate. Volume discounts apply from 200 active users on Elevate or 1,000 on Grow.
Implementation sessions with the vendor start at $200 per hour, so budget for set-up if your process is complicated.
Limitations to Consider
Prices are quoted in US dollars and the minimum user counts rule out very small teams. The pages reviewed do not state where customer data is hosted, so ask before signing. There is no compensation or learning module; for those, Leapsome covers more ground. Support hours are described as including US office hours.
Who Should Use Small Improvements
Mid-sized European companies that want reviews, 360s and 1:1s in a single tool, with a German contracting entity and prices they can read before talking to sales.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Published per-user prices and a 30-day trial
- Reviews, 360s, objectives, 1:1s and pulse surveys in one tool
- Calibration reviews without a forced bell curve
- Wording, design and emails can be adjusted
- German GmbH under German law
Cons
- Minimum of 20 or 30 users
- Prices in US dollars
- Hosting location not stated on the pages reviewed
- No compensation or learning modules
Alternatives to Small Improvements
Other European performance management software worth comparing before you decide:
Leapsome
Germany · Berlin platform for reviews, OKRs and engagement with per-module prices
Dialog
Netherlands · Dutch platform joining performance, talent and engagement under Visma
Lucca
France · French HR suite with a separate performance module for review campaigns
Cezanne HR
United Kingdom · UK HR platform with check-ins, agile goals and 360 appraisals
See all European performance management software or compare them directly against 15Five on our alternatives page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. 360 degree feedback and anytime feedback are part of the Grow plan, and all features are in Elevate.
Launch and Grow have a minimum of 20 users and Elevate has a minimum of 30, according to the pricing page FAQ.
The terms of service are governed by the laws of Germany, with arbitration in Berlin.