Comparison
Kova vs Rippling
Rippling is enterprise. Kova is built for SMBs who want power without complexity.
| Feature | Kova | Rippling |
|---|---|---|
| Employee Management | ||
| AI Resume Screening | ||
| AI HR Assistant | ||
| Payroll | ||
| OKR Tracking | Add-on | |
| Gamification | ||
| Free Tier | Up to 5 employees | |
| Setup Time | Minutes (self-serve) | Weeks (guided) |
| Starting Price | $3/emp/mo | $8/emp/mo |
| No Annual Contract Required | ||
| AI Credits System | BYOK supported | |
| Partner Program |
Bottom Line
Rippling is powerful but complex and expensive. Kova gives SMBs the AI-powered features they need without enterprise pricing or long onboarding.
Why teams switch to Kova
$0
Free tier for up to 5 employees
Minutes
Self-serve setup, no consultants needed
10+
Integrated HR modules with AI
Free forever for up to 5 employees. 30-day Growth trial included. No credit card required.