OKR Software Comparison
Loach vs Range
Looking for a Range alternative? Range is a standup tool with goals added on. Loach is purpose-built for OKRs — and 3x cheaper.
The Quick Take
Loach
Purpose-built for OKRsBest for teams that need serious OKR management — not a standup tool. Weekly planning, check-ins, and initiative tracking built around the OKR cycle.
First 5 users free forever
Setup in under 30 minutes
3x cheaper on paid plans
R
Range
Best for distributed teams that want async standups, mood sharing, and culture-forward team rituals — with goal tracking as a secondary feature.
Free up to 12 users; $8/user/month Standard
Deep Slack integration
Mood sharing and team-building questions
Feature-by-Feature Comparison
| Feature | Loach | Range |
|---|---|---|
| Free tier | First 5 users free forever | Free up to 12 users |
| Pricing (10 users) | €29.90/month | $80/month |
| Purpose-built for OKRs | ||
| Weekly planning workflow | ||
| OKR & goal tracking | ||
| Async check-ins | ||
| Slack integration | ||
| Mood & culture features | ||
| 75+ tool integrations | ||
| Setup time | < 30 minutes | 1–2 hours |
Pros & Cons
Loach
Pros
- Purpose-built OKR platform — not a standup tool with goals added on
- Weekly planning workflow connects OKRs to what happens this week
- 3x cheaper on paid plans (€29.90 vs $80 for 10 users)
- Simpler interface focused on OKR execution
Cons
- No Slack integration
- No mood/culture features (team-building questions, mood sharing)
- No integrations with GitHub, Asana, Jira, or other tools
- Smaller free tier (5 users vs Range's 12)
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Range
Pros
- Deep Slack integration — check-ins surfaced directly in Slack
- Culture features: mood sharing, team-building questions
- 75+ integrations (GitHub, Asana, Jira, Google Drive, and more)
- Generous free tier (12 users, 3 teams)
Cons
- OKR module is underdeveloped — widely noted as confusing
- $8/user/month Standard plan — 3x more expensive than Loach
- Built as a standup/communication tool, not a dedicated OKR platform
- Aggressive notification volume
Which Should You Choose?
Choose Loach if...
- OKR management is your primary need
- You want weekly planning built around your OKRs
- Budget is a consideration — 3x cheaper on paid plans
- You don't need Slack integration or mood features
Choose Range if...
- Async standups and team culture are as important as OKRs
- Deep Slack integration is a must-have
- You need integrations with GitHub, Jira, or Asana in check-ins
Frequently Asked Questions
Purpose-Built OKRs at a Third of the Price
Free for up to 5 users. Weekly planning built in. No standup-tool compromise.