Number of Seats/Users: Degreed offers discounts based on the number of users or seats. A higher volume typically leads to a better discount structure, especially for enterprise-level usage.

Commitment to a Long-Term Contract: Discounts are often provided to companies that commit to using the service for a longer period (e.g., 1-year or 3-year contracts). A longer commitment shows Degreed that the company is serious and willing to invest in the platform long-term.

No Active Discounts: Companies that are not already receiving other active discounts may have a better chance of qualifying for additional discounts from Degreed. Degreed reserves discounts for new customers or those not currently under promotional pricing.

Volume or Usage Commitment: Degreed offers discounts if you agree to a minimum amount of usage or transaction volume. This could be based on data storage, transactions, or other metrics tied to how much you will use the platform.

Enterprise-Level Negotiation: Companies that qualify as “enterprise” due to their size or complexity (e.g., having large teams, multiple departments, or geographical presence) may be eligible for additional discounts from Degreed. Such companies are often in a position to negotiate for better pricing.

Early Renewal or Prepayment: Degreed often offers discounts if you renew early or prepay for the entire contract period. This is a common approach to securing a lower price.

Here at Spendbase, our internal data shows that Degreed is a popular choice for companies aiming to upskill their teams and streamline learning. Our clients consistently highlight both the platform’s flexibility and certain challenges, so here’s a quick and friendly overview based on their input.

Top Positives:

– Customization & Pathways: Clients love creating tailored learning pathways. Degreed allows you to mix internal and external content, in almost any format, which brings a ton of flexibility to employee development.
– Content Aggregation: The platform serves as a hub for all types of learning, making it easier for teams to track both formal and informal education—from webinars to books.
– Daily Learning Digest: The daily email digest is a client favorite. It suggests relevant content based on user interests and activity, making ongoing learning effortless.
– Integration & UI: Seamless integration with other platforms (like LMS, SharePoint) and a clean, intuitive interface are consistently noted. Most teams find the user experience simple and straightforward.
– Gamification: Earning points and viewing progress graphs keeps employees engaged and motivated, according to our data.
– Easy Content Sharing: The browser extension and sharing tools make it quick to pull in outside resources and add value to custom pathways.

Frequently Mentioned Drawbacks:

– Paywalled Content: Several clients note frustration at finding interesting content that requires separate subscriptions. Degreed is only as powerful as the third-party content you buy.
– Learning Curve: Some Spendbase clients report initial confusion, especially around terms like “pathways” and differentiating between content categories.
– Limited Reporting/Analytics: More robust dashboards and dynamic reporting are high on clients’ wish lists. Admins want deeper insights into learning impact.
– External Storage: Degreed does not host course files directly; you’ll need to store those elsewhere and link them, which adds a step for managing content.
– Feed Customization: There are limitations around filtering in the content feed and removing repeat authors.
– Mobile Experience: A few clients wish the mobile app matched the desktop version in features and performance.

Best Fit:
Our internal data shows that Degreed shines for organizations with existing learning content or those eager to invest in content subscriptions. It’s particularly effective for companies prioritizing engagement, tracking, and flexibility across all employee levels.

Discount Tip: If you’re considering Degreed for your workforce, Spendbase can help identify the right subscription mix and negotiate discounts on premium content bundles—ask us how to maximize your ROI!