# Small Improvements: how AI models rank it, September 2026

HR AI Recommendation Index, September 2026 Edition. Named in 26 judge labels across 2 categories by 10 of 12 models. Page: https://hr-ai-index.com/vendors/small-improvements/

## Standing by category

| Category | Share | Rank | Negative rate | Labels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Performance management | 7% | 6 | 9% | 11 |
| 360 feedback | 5% | 5 | 0% | 15 |

## What the models said for it

- "The best performance management software for a company with a limited budget is Small Improvements, which is the cheapest credible performance appraisal software" (Llama 4 Maverick, Performance management)
- "The best 360-degree feedback tool for a company with a limited budget is ThriveSparrow, Small Improvements, or Primalogik." (Llama 4 Maverick, 360 feedback)
- "Often cited as the best value for money, Small Improvements strikes a balance between robust features and affordability." (Qwen 3.7 Flash, Performance management)
- "Often cited as the cheapest credible option at $3/user/month, making it ideal for small businesses" (Mistral Small, Performance management)

## And against it

- "Cheapest credible option (but has seat minimums)" (Kimi K2, Performance management)

## Record

- Method: https://hr-ai-index.com/methodology/
- Raw judge labels and full responses: https://hr-ai-index.com/data/
- License: CC BY 4.0. Cite as HR AI Recommendation Index, September 2026 Edition, hr-ai-index.com.