Last updated: March 2026

Lattice vs Praxiss: Enterprise Power vs Mid-Market Simplicity

If you're hunting for a people management platform, you've likely come across Lattice. It's a heavy hitter in the performance management space, trusted by Slack, Robinhood, and Gusto. But Lattice was built for enterprises with the complexity, budget, and patience to configure a modular system.

For Australian and New Zealand teams under 1,000 people , especially those wanting everything in one place without the sprawl , Praxiss does something different.

This guide breaks down how they compare, where each excels, and which is right for your team. For a broader look at the space, see our guide to the best performance management software for Australian SMBs.

What Is Lattice?

Lattice is a US-based people management platform that's been around since 2015. It serves 3,670+ customers globally, with notable Australian clients including Linktree, Hub Australia, and Articore (Redbubble).

Core strength: Lattice is modular. You pick and mix modules based on what you need:

• Performance management (core)
• Engagement surveys
• OKRs and goal tracking (Grow)
• Compensation planning
• Recognition and peer feedback

It's rated 4.7/5 on G2 (4,062 reviews) and is a leader in four categories, including Performance Management and Career Management. Users consistently praise its ability to act as a "system of record" for performance data.

Typical customer: Mid-market to enterprise (100-5,000+ employees), US-focused, with dedicated HR teams and established performance cycles.

What Is Praxiss?

Praxiss is an Australian-made, AI-native performance and engagement platform designed for teams under 1,000 people who want a unified solution.

Core strength: All-in-one simplicity with built-in AI. No modules to bolt together. One platform covers:

• Pulse checks (quick sentiment sampling)
• 360 reviews (peer feedback at scale)
• Shout-outs (peer recognition)
• AI insights via continuous AI synthesis (bias detection, sentiment analysis, flight risk scoring)
• Live dashboards (real-time visibility)
• BYOK AI (bring your own AI model)

Pricing model: Transparent, no lock-in. Australian support. $0 setup.

A few honest caveats: Praxiss is a newer platform. We have fewer integrations than Lattice, a smaller review library, and are pre-SOC 2 certification (in progress). If compliance depth or a long track record are hard requirements, Lattice has the advantage.

Typical customer: Australian and NZ SMBs (50-1,000 employees), growing teams that want speed over configuration, teams that value AI-native insights out of the box.

Feature Comparison: Lattice vs Praxiss

Feature	Lattice	Praxiss
Performance Reviews	360 feedback, customisable forms, review cycles	360 reviews, pulse-driven, fast setup
OKRs and Goal Tracking	Yes (Grow module, $4/user/mo extra)	Yes, integrated at no extra cost
Engagement Surveys	Yes (Engagement module, $4/user/mo extra)	Yes, pulse checks built-in, AI-analysed
Recognition and Shout-outs	Yes, digital badges, activity feed	Yes, peer shout-outs with real-time feed
1:1 Meeting Tools	Yes, 1:1 templates and tracking	Yes, integrated into feedback cycle
AI Insights	Limited; basic reporting	Bias detection, sentiment analysis, flight risk scoring
Compensation Planning	Yes (Compensation module, $9 AUD peruser/mo extra)	Not included (designed for SMBs)
Reporting and Dashboards	thorough but requires setup	Live dashboards, AI-generated summaries
Mobile App	Available (users report it's limited)	Mobile-optimised interface
Setup Time	2-4 weeks (requires admin configuration)	1 week or less (AI-assisted onboarding)
Learning Curve	Steep (users cite clunky navigation, buried features)	Shallow (intuitive for non-HR people)
Integrations	SSO (Google, Microsoft, Okta) + Slack	Key platforms (Slack, Workday, etc.)
Data Ownership	Cloud-hosted by Lattice	BYOK AI option for data control
Support	Dedicated CSM (enterprise only)	Email and Slack support (all tiers)
Customisation	High (templates, workflows, modules)	Medium (faster to deploy, less tweaking)
Best For	Enterprise structure, multi-module control	Speed, simplicity, AI insights

Pricing Comparison

How Lattice Charges

Lattice uses a modular, per-user, per-module pricing model. You pay for what you add.

• Base price: $17 AUD peruser/month (Performance management)
• Common add-ons:
• Engagement: +$4/user/month
• Grow (OKRs): +$4/user/month
• Compensation: +$9 AUD peruser/month
• Minimum annual spend: $4,000 AUD

Real-world Lattice costs , 100-person team (Performance + Engagement + Grow):

• Performance: 100 x $11 x 12 = $13,200/year
• Engagement: 100 x $4 x 12 = $4,800/year
• Grow: 100 x $4 x 12 = $4,800/year
• Total: $22,800 AUD/year ($228/user/year)

Real-world Lattice costs , 500-person team (all four modules):

• Performance: 500 x $11 x 12 = $66,000/year
• Engagement: 500 x $4 x 12 = $24,000/year
• Grow: 500 x $4 x 12 = $24,000/year
• Compensation: 500 x $6 x 12 = $36,000/year
• Total: $150,000 AUD/year (~$225,000 AUD/year, ~$450/user/year)

Plus annual increases, no flexibility to pause modules, and committed annual contracts.

How Praxiss Charges

Praxiss uses simple, tiered, all-in-one pricing in AUD. No setup fees. No lock-in. Pay monthly or annually.

• Starter: $5 AUD/user/month (pulse checks, basic 360s, shout-outs)
• Growth: $12 AUD/user/month (everything + AI insights, flight risk, advanced dashboards)
• Enterprise: Custom (for teams 500+)

Real-world Praxiss costs , 100-person team (Growth tier):

• 100 x $12 x 12 = $14,400 AUD/year (~$144/user/year)

Real-world Praxiss costs , 500-person team (Growth tier):

• 500 x $12 x 12 = $72,000 AUD/year (~$144/user/year)

Savings comparison:

• 100-person team: Praxiss saves ~$8,400 AUD/year vs Lattice
• 500-person team: Praxiss saves ~$153,000 AUD/year vs Lattice

(Lattice prices in AUD; conversions use ~1.5 AUD:AUD)

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main Differences

1. Modular vs All-in-One

Lattice: You build your own stack. Buy Performance, add Engagement if you want surveys, add Grow for OKRs, bolt on Compensation for salary planning. Flexibility is the selling point , but it comes with complexity.

Praxiss: Everything is included. Pulse checks, 360s, recognition, OKRs, and AI insights all work together by design. No module shopping. Deploy in days, not weeks.

2. US vs AU Support

Lattice: US-based company, US business hours. Onboarding and support are enterprise-grade for enterprise customers. Small teams get basic support.

Praxiss: Australian-made, Australian support via Slack and email. Built to understand ANZ workplace culture and compliance.

3. Enterprise Complexity vs Mid-Market Simplicity

Lattice: Built for 500-5,000+ person organisations. Requires a project manager mindset to set up. Customisation is a feature. Steep learning curve (users cite navigation friction, buried features, clunky UI).

Praxiss: Built for 50-1,000 person teams. Minimal setup. AI handles what would normally need manual configuration. Launch in a week.

4. Pricing Transparency vs Module Sprawl

Lattice: Transparent pricing , you know the rates , but the total cost grows quickly as you add modules. A $4,000 minimum annual spend creates friction for smaller teams.

Praxiss: Transparent, simple, all-inclusive. $5-$12 AUD per user per month. No surprises. No lock-in contracts.

5. AI Integration

Lattice: Basic reporting and alerts. No built-in bias detection, sentiment analysis, or flight risk scoring.

Praxiss: AI is native from the ground up. Continuous AI synthesis on feedback, bias detection in reviews, flight risk scoring. BYOK AI option for data control.

When to Choose Lattice

Choose Lattice if:

• Your team is 500+ people and growing toward enterprise scale
• You have a dedicated HR and People Operations team to manage configuration
• You need modular control , you want to buy Performance now, add Compensation later
• You require enterprise-grade security and compliance (SOC 2, advanced audit trails)
• You're comfortable with a $4,000+ annual minimum spend and willing to lock in multi-year contracts
• You need Compensation planning (salary bands, equity, bonus management)
• Your processes are established and stable , you have time for setup and training

Real-world Lattice customer: Linktree (200 employees, based in Melbourne but US-backed, growing toward 500+). They use Lattice to centralise performance data and enable growth conversations at scale.

When to Choose Praxiss

Choose Praxiss if:

• Your team is 50-500 people and you want to move fast
• You want everything in one place , no module shopping
• You value Australian support and understanding of ANZ workplace culture
• You want AI-native insights built in (bias detection, sentiment, flight risk) without extra cost
• You prefer simple, transparent pricing with no lock-in
• You don't need compensation planning , you handle salary externally
• You want time-to-value in days, not weeks
• You're open to AI-driven workflows instead of manual configuration

Real-world Praxiss customer: A 150-person Australian fintech. They wanted pulse surveys, 360 reviews, and recognition in one tool. Deployed Praxiss in 5 days, got AI-flagged flight risk in week 2, and avoided a $20k+ annual Lattice bill.

Migration Path

If you're moving from Lattice to Praxiss:

1. Export historical reviews and feedback from Lattice (data is yours)
2. Map your review cycle to Praxiss's pulse and 360 model
3. Invite teams to Praxiss (instant onboarding)
4. Run parallel cycles if needed (Lattice and Praxiss side-by-side for 1-2 quarters)
5. Retire Lattice and redirect savings to other tools or headcount

No data is trapped. No extended contracts lock you in.

The Bottom Line

Lattice is the gold standard for large enterprises that need modular control, deep customisation, and a team to manage it. You get what you pay for: power, flexibility, and complexity.

Praxiss is built for the Australian mid-market , teams of 50-500 people who want speed, simplicity, and AI-native insights in one platform. You don't pay for modules you don't need. You don't spend weeks configuring templates. You launch in days.

If you're under 1,000 people, want to avoid module sprawl, and value Australian support, Praxiss is worth a hard look. If you're 500+ with a mature HR function and need compensation planning, Lattice remains the reference.

Also see how Lattice stacks up in our full performance management software comparison.

Book a demo or check our pricing to see Praxiss in action.

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FAQ

Is Praxiss secure enough for a regulated industry (fintech, healthcare)?

Praxiss runs on cloud infrastructure with encryption in transit and at rest. We're currently working toward SOC 2 Type II certification (pre-certified at this stage). The BYOK AI integration means teams handling sensitive data can keep analysis within their own AI infrastructure. All data stays in Australia. If SOC 2 is a hard requirement right now, Lattice is the safer choice until we complete certification.

Can we use Praxiss for compensation planning like Lattice?

Not directly. Praxiss focuses on performance insights and engagement. For compensation, sync review data to your payroll system or use a dedicated tool. Most mid-market teams handle comp planning separately anyway.

How long does Praxiss take to deploy vs Lattice?

Praxiss: 1 week on average. Lattice: 2-4 weeks. The difference is that Lattice requires admin setup (templates, workflows, approvals), while Praxiss uses AI to generate sensible defaults you can customise if needed.

Does Praxiss work with our existing tools (Workday, Slack)?

Yes. Praxiss currently supports SSO integration (Google Workspace, Microsoft Entra, Okta) and Slack notifications. HRIS integrations are on our near-term roadmap. 360 feedback can be collected via web or email. Dashboards pull data in real-time.

What if we outgrow Praxiss and need enterprise features?

Praxiss works well to 1,000+ people. If you grow to 2,000+ and need compensation planning, equity tracking, or advanced compliance workflows, you'd likely move to Lattice or a full HRIS. We'll support you via migration path and data export before that happens.

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Sources: Lattice Pricing, G2 Reviews, People Managing People, HeartCount, Latka, Lattice customer stories (Linktree, Hub Australia, Articore)