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Perform by HR Cloud

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What is Perform by HR Cloud

Perform by HR Cloud is a performance management module within HR Cloud’s HR software suite that supports goal setting, continuous feedback, and formal performance reviews. It is used by HR teams and managers to run review cycles, collect feedback, and document performance conversations. The product is typically positioned for small to mid-sized organizations that want performance workflows connected to broader HR processes. It is commonly deployed alongside other HR Cloud modules rather than as a standalone performance-only system.

pros

Structured review cycle workflows

The product supports configurable performance review cycles with defined steps, participants, and timelines. It centralizes review inputs (manager, employee, and potentially peer feedback) to reduce reliance on spreadsheets and email. This helps HR standardize how reviews are run across teams and locations. It also provides an audit trail of completed reviews and related documentation.

Goal and feedback tracking

Perform includes tools for setting and tracking goals and capturing ongoing feedback tied to employee performance. This supports continuous performance conversations in addition to annual or semi-annual reviews. Managers can reference historical goals and feedback during evaluations to improve consistency. The approach aligns with common performance-management practices used in modern HR platforms.

Suite alignment with HR processes

Because Perform is part of HR Cloud’s broader platform, it can be used in environments where HR wants performance data connected to employee records and HR workflows. This can reduce duplicate data entry compared with using a separate performance tool. It also simplifies vendor management for organizations that prefer fewer HR systems. The suite approach can be advantageous when performance management is one component of a broader HR operations roadmap.

cons

Less specialized than best-of-breed

Organizations seeking advanced capabilities such as deep analytics, highly flexible competency frameworks, or complex calibration workflows may find a suite module less comprehensive than dedicated performance platforms. Some teams also require extensive OKR-specific functionality and reporting that may exceed what a general performance module provides. Fit depends on how much the organization prioritizes specialized performance features versus suite consolidation. Buyers should validate feature depth against their specific review and goal methodology.

Integration ecosystem may be narrower

Compared with platforms that focus primarily on performance and talent workflows, the breadth of prebuilt integrations and partner ecosystem can be more limited. This can matter when connecting to HRIS, payroll, identity providers, learning systems, or BI tools. If the organization relies on multiple third-party systems, integration requirements may increase implementation effort. Prospective customers should confirm available APIs, SSO options, and supported connectors.

Reporting depth varies by use case

Standard reporting typically covers review completion, ratings, and goal status, but some organizations need more granular dashboards and custom metrics. Advanced segmentation (e.g., by role family, location, or manager hierarchy) and longitudinal analysis may require additional configuration or exports. This can affect HR’s ability to run compensation planning inputs or talent analytics directly from the tool. Buyers should test reporting outputs against their governance and analytics needs.

Plan & Pricing

Plan Price Key features & notes
Essential HR $295 per month (up to 50 employees) Onboard Suite (Core), Time Off Management + Time Tracking, Basic HRIS, Standard Integrations, Email & Chat Support. Performance Management (Perform) is NOT included by default but can be added as an add-on (add-on price not listed on site).
Professional HR $595 per month (up to 50 employees) Includes everything in Essential, PLUS Performance Management (Perform), Applicant Tracking, Assets Management, Kudos & Recognition.
Culture HR $895 per month (up to 50 employees) Includes everything in Professional, PLUS Custom Branded Mobile App, Task Management, Personalized Journeys, Company Announcements, eNPS & Pulse Surveys, Employee Engagement, Secure Chat, Digital Signage.

Notes:

  • Prices shown above are the public monthly prices for the 1–50 employee band (annual billing offers a 20% discount; site displays monthly prices and an annual save message).
  • HR Cloud uses package-based pricing with employee-band tiers (the page shows bands 1–50, 51–100, 101–250, 250+). Public prices for larger bands are not shown on the site; the vendor asks customers to Contact Sales for quotes for other bands or custom configurations.
  • Perform (the Performance Management module) is included in Professional and Culture packages and may be available as an add-on to Essential (add-on price not published).

Seller details

HR Cloud, Inc.
New York, NY, USA
2012
Private
https://www.hrcloud.com/
https://x.com/hrcloud
https://www.linkedin.com/company/hrcloud/

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