LumApps vs Simpplr

LumApps5.4/10

Simpplr7.2/10

Scored in Employee Intranet

The short answer

LumApps and Simpplr are both AI intranets with SOC 2 Type II, ISO 27001 and GDPR, and both are sold by quote. LumApps targets every company size and adds QR code logins, an AI Agent Hub and a frontline experience from Beekeeper.

By LeadChange Research TeamUpdated Oct 23, 2026Based on 14 sources, most recently checked Oct 23, 2026

LumApps

Best for: Google Workspace or Microsoft organizations that want one intranet across both desk and frontline staff

Choose LumApps if

Frontline staff should sign in with a QR code instead of a company email.
You want a governed hub for AI agents next to the intranet.
You use Google Workspace and Google Chat as well as Microsoft 365.

What LumApps costs LumApps alternatives

Simpplr

Best for: Organizations that want the intranet and employee communications in one platform

Choose Simpplr if

You want a 14-day trial before signing.
You need a HIPAA business associate agreement.
You want an Android app as well as iOS.

Simpplr plans and prices Simpplr alternatives

LeadChange Score: editorial assessment based on public information.

Scorecard

LumApps wins 2Simpplr wins 12 ties

LumApps vs Simpplr by dimension
Dimension	LumApps	Simpplr
PricingBoth quote; LumApps has no pricing page at all. Simpplr explains what its price includes and offers 14-day trials. Quote only1	Quote only	Quote only
CapabilitiesSimpplr documents 10 of the 11 items on our intranet checklist, LumApps 7; LumApps documents no people directory, document management or accessibility statement. Targeting by role, location and network, Must-read content, Newsletters with personalized intranet content, Built-in video with captions, Pulse, engagement and ad hoc surveys, Interactive org chart, Automatic stale-content detection2	7 of 11 core capabilities	10 of 11 core capabilities
IntegrationsLumApps names Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, ServiceNow, Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, SharePoint, Google Drive, Teams, Slack and Google Chat. Simpplr names Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, Slack, Teams, Workday and ServiceNow. Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, ServiceNow, Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, SharePoint, Google Drive, Microsoft Teams, Slack, Google Chat3	11 documented	6 documented
SecurityBoth state ISO 27001, SOC 2 Type II and GDPR. Simpplr also covers HIPAA. Yes4	SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR	SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR
Fit and supportLumApps describes its platform for organizations of all sizes. Simpplr serves mid-size and large organizations. Small businesses, mid-market companies, enterprises5	Small businesses, mid-market companies, enterprises	Mid-market companies, enterprises

Key differences

Where LumApps and Simpplr differ (5)
Attribute	LumApps	Simpplr
Best for	Small businesses, mid-market companies, enterprises5	Mid-market companies, enterprises6
Mobile apps	iOS7	iOS, Android8
Single sign-on	Microsoft, Google, SAML 2.0, OpenID4	SAML 2.0, OAuth 2.09
Founded	201210	201411
Ownership	Private equity-backed12	Private13

Show 6 attributes where they are the same

Where they are the same (6)
Attribute	LumApps	Simpplr
Pricing model	Quote only1	Quote only6
Price transparency	Quote only1	Quote only6
Deployment	Cloud4	Cloud9
SOC 2 Type II	4	9
ISO 27001	4	9
GDPR program	4	14

Analysis by dimension

Pricing. Both quote; LumApps has no pricing page at all. Simpplr explains what its price includes and offers 14-day trials.

Capabilities. Simpplr documents 10 of the 11 items on our intranet checklist, LumApps 7; LumApps documents no people directory, document management or accessibility statement.

Integrations. LumApps names Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, ServiceNow, Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, SharePoint, Google Drive, Teams, Slack and Google Chat. Simpplr names Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, Slack, Teams, Workday and ServiceNow.

Security. Both state ISO 27001, SOC 2 Type II and GDPR. Simpplr also covers HIPAA.

Fit and support. LumApps describes its platform for organizations of all sizes. Simpplr serves mid-size and large organizations.

Neither one?

Jostle

Jostle has the highest LeadChange Score in Employee Intranet after excluding these two (8.5/10).

Jostle review

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Frequently asked questions

Is LumApps or Simpplr cheaper?

Neither can be priced in advance. LumApps has no pricing page and leads every visitor to a personalized demo. Simpplr quotes by size, complexity and support, with discounted pricing from 500 employees.

Who owns LumApps and Simpplr?

Bridgepoint backs LumApps as majority investor; the company was founded in Lyon in 2012. Simpplr is venture-funded and headquartered in Redwood City, California.

Which is more secure, LumApps or Simpplr?

Both hold ISO 27001 and SOC 2 Type II and state GDPR compliance. Simpplr adds HIPAA with a business associate agreement; LumApps runs on Google Cloud and Microsoft Azure with SLA-backed uptime.

Which suits frontline workers, LumApps or Simpplr?

LumApps offers QR code logins, targeting by shift, read confirmation on critical updates and a frontline experience from Beekeeper. Simpplr targets by role, location and network and marks must-read content.

What AI features do LumApps and Simpplr have?

LumApps has Ask AI for policy questions, sentiment analysis, AI moderation of sensitive data and a governed AI Agent Hub. Simpplr has an AI writing assistant, Comms AI campaign planning and the EX Agent virtual assistant.

Who competes with LumApps and Simpplr?

Unily, Workvivo, Staffbase, Haiilo and Firstup are the other platforms we review for large employers; Jostle suits smaller teams.

Which is better for small businesses, LumApps or Simpplr?

LumApps lists small businesses among the sizes it is built for; Simpplr is built for mid-market companies and enterprises.

Who are LumApps’s biggest competitors?

LumApps ranks #6 of 9 in our employee intranet ranking. Besides Simpplr, the highest-scored are Jostle, Blink, and Haiilo. Every alternative, matched to the reason you might switch: LumApps alternatives.

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Quotes from the sources

LumApps lumapps.com“Get a personalized demo of the AI Employee Hub — built around how your teams actually work”
Simpplr simpplr.com/employee-communication“Deliver content and messages tailored to each employee’s role, location and network for a more personal touch.”
LumApps lumapps.com/integrations“Bring all your tools — like Workday, SAP Success Factors, Google Drive, and SharePoint — into one place.”
LumApps lumapps.com/platform/security“We hold ISO 27001, SOC 2 Type II, and GDPR certifications — so your organization stays audit-ready.” “SSO integration with Microsoft, Google, SAML V2.0, and OpenID keeps authentication centralized.”
LumApps lumapps.com/llm-info“It unifies internal communication, collaboration, work automation, employee learning, and frontline operations for organizations of all sizes.”
Simpplr simpplr.com/pricing“Yes. We offer discounted intranet pricing to organizations with 500 employees or more. Contact us for pricing.” “Simpplr will tailor your employee experience platform quote to your organization’s size, complexity and level of ongoing support.”
Apple App Store apps.apple.com/us/app/lumapps/id1237675892“LumApps intranet solution now has a mobile companion, designed for mobile!”
Simpplr simpplr.com/digital-accessibility“Simpplr delivers an accessible experience across web, iOS, and Android.”
Simpplr simpplr.com/security-compliance“Customers are encouraged to bring their own identity provider and Simpplr supports several identity providers via SAML 2.0 and OAuth 2.0 to allow access to its application.” “Simpplr is hosted on Salesforce and Amazon Web Services (AWS) in the US and EU regions.”
LumApps lumapps.com/company“Founded in Lyon in 2012, LumApps set out to enhance the employee experience.”
Simpplr simpplr.com/newsroom/press-releases/simpplr-raises-32-million-to-amplify-employee-engagement-as-teams-adapt-to-the-hybrid-office“Founded in 2014, Simpplr’s modern intranet platform accelerates employee engagement, workplace collaboration, and productivity.”
LumApps lumapps.com/insights/news/bridgepoint-back-lumapps-majority-investor-its-next-stage-growth“Bridgepoint to back LumApps as majority investor for its next stage of growth”
Simpplr simpplr.com/about“Simpplr has raised more than $131 million in multiple rounds of funding from Norwest Venture Partners, Sapphire Ventures, Tola Capital, Salesforce Ventures, and Still Venture Capital.”
Simpplr simpplr.com/integrations-apis“Maintain trust through secure authentication, authorization and compliance with enterprise-grade certifications such as ISO 27001, SOC 2 and GDPR.”