Lattice vs Pilot
A head-to-head comparison to help you pick the right tool
Lattice
Lattice is a people management platform that helps companies run performance reviews, set goals, and measure employee engagement. It combines performance management, OKRs, career development, and compensation tools in one platform. Lattice is widely used by tech companies that invest heavily in people development.
Pilot
Pilot is a managed accounting service that combines software with a dedicated team of bookkeepers to handle your books each month. Built for startups and small businesses that want accounting done for them.
Pros
- ✓Best-in-class performance review and OKR tools
- ✓Strong engagement survey capabilities with actionable insights
- ✓Career development and growth tracking features
- ✓Good analytics for people managers and HR teams
Cons
- ✗No payroll or core HRIS functionality
- ✗Can be expensive when combining multiple modules
- ✗Some users find the platform complex to administer initially
Pros
- ✓Fully managed bookkeeping service
- ✓Dedicated finance experts included
- ✓Built specifically for startups
- ✓Integrates with common startup tools
- ✓Good for venture-backed companies
Cons
- ✗More expensive than DIY software
- ✗Less control over day-to-day bookkeeping
- ✗Not suited for businesses wanting to manage their own books
- ✗US-focused
Our Take
Choose Lattice if mid-size companies focused on performance management. Choose Pilot if startups and small businesses wanting fully managed bookkeeping with a dedicated team rather than diy software.
Best For
Mid-size companies focused on performance management
Best For
Startups and small businesses wanting fully managed bookkeeping with a dedicated team rather than DIY software