Loach vs Microsoft Viva Goals
Viva Goals was retired on December 31, 2025. If you are looking for a Viva Goals replacement, here is how Loach compares.
The Quick Take
An actively developed OKR tool built for startups and scale-ups. No Microsoft dependency, transparent pricing, weekly planning built in.
Microsoft Viva Goals was retired December 31, 2025. Previously offered OKR management with deep Microsoft 365 integration, but required an M365 commercial license.
Feature-by-Feature Comparison
| Feature | Loach | Viva Goals |
|---|---|---|
| Product status | Active, independent | Retired Dec 31, 2025 |
| Free tier | First 5 users free forever | None |
| Pricing (10 users) | €29.90/month | $60/month + M365 license |
| Microsoft 365 required | ||
| Weekly planning workflow | ||
| Initiative tracking | ||
| Weekly check-ins | ||
| Microsoft Teams integration | ||
| Setup time | < 30 minutes | Days (IT setup) |
| Transparent pricing | €2.99/user/month (public) | $6/user/month (was) |
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Free for up to 5 users — no Microsoft license needed
- €2.99/user/month — less than Viva Goals with no prerequisites
- Actively developed with a clear roadmap
- Weekly planning connects OKRs to daily work
- Initiative tracking per Key Result
- Set up in under 30 minutes
Cons
- No Microsoft Teams integration
- No data integrations (manual check-ins only)
- Newer product — smaller user community
Pros (historical)
- Deep Microsoft Teams and M365 integration (historical)
- Familiar for Microsoft-heavy organizations
- AI-assisted goal writing added late in lifecycle
Cons
- Product retired December 31, 2025 — no longer available
- Required Microsoft 365 commercial license
- No free tier — $6/user/month minimum
- Rigid OKR structure with limited flexibility
- Low adoption even within Microsoft ecosystem
- No recurring goals feature
Which Should You Choose?
- You need to replace Viva Goals now
- You want a standalone OKR tool without Microsoft dependencies
- Budget matters — free for 5 users, then €2.99/user/month
- You want a weekly planning workflow alongside OKRs
Viva Goals was retired on December 31, 2025 and is no longer available. There is no scenario where you can choose Viva Goals for a new deployment. If you are looking for deep Microsoft 365 integration, consider Microsoft alternatives or other OKR tools with Teams support.
Frequently Asked Questions
Replace Viva Goals — Free for Up to 5 Users
No Microsoft license required. Transparent pricing, no sales call, set up in under 30 minutes.