Best Competency Management Software in 2026
Updated
In short: Noova Skill Framework is ranked #1 of 21 as of 4 October 2026, ahead of Kahuna Skills Manager and MyPass Global Competency Management. The best-ranked option with a free plan is MyPass Global Competency Management. The lowest first paid tier on this page is Avilar WebMentor Skills at $1/mo.
Competency management software helps teams define role skills, assess proficiency, and organize development efforts. Compared on assessment methods, role competency mapping, proficiency levels, and competency gap analysis, the entries also cover development plans, API access, and mobile support. These details can help you consider how a system would represent roles and track skills over time. Free-plan availability and paid-from pricing provide cost context. Noova Skill Framework, Kahuna Skills Manager, and MyPass Global Competency Management are among the options, with AG5 and TeamGuru also listed. Consider how you want to assess capabilities and translate identified gaps into development plans.
21 competency management software ranked on what their makers publish — plans and prices, free tiers, platforms and the facts on their own pages.
Recognised 40% · Phone app 26% · Documented 20% · Free plan 14% of the score
- 1 Noova Skill Framework iPhone + Android RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 9.1 Assessment methods: tests integrated with LMS; manager assessments; certification validation; project-based assessments; peer reviews; self-assessmentsDevelopment plans: YesCompetency gap analysis: Yes
- 2 Kahuna Skills Manager iPhone + Android RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 8.8 Assessment methods: checklists, quizzes, on-the-job training, experiential learning, certificationsDevelopment plans: YesCompetency gap analysis: Yes
- 3 MyPass Global Competency Management iPhone + Android RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 8.8Free Assessment methods: licenses; training; assessments; medicals; background checksCompetency gap analysis: Yes
- 4 AG5 iPhone + Android RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 8.7 Assessment methods: manager observation, practical test, third-party certificationDevelopment plans: YesCompetency gap analysis: Yes
- 5 TeamGuru iPhone + Android RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 8.0 Assessment methods: team leader assessment, self-assessment, peer assessmentDevelopment plans: YesCompetency gap analysis: Yes
- 6 MuchSkills No phone app RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 7.5 Assessment methods: Employee self-assessment; manager validation; certification and skill validationDevelopment plans: YesCompetency gap analysis: Yes
- 7 Centranum No phone app RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 6.9 Assessment methods: observation-based; peer/expert validation; knowledge testing; self-assessment and reflection; 360 feedback; evidence uploadsDevelopment plans: YesCompetency gap analysis: Yes
- 8 Skiloope No phone app RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 6.9$4/mo Assessment methods: Proficiency-level tracking; exercises; evidence attachment; mentor validationDevelopment plans: YesCompetency gap analysis: Yes
- 9 Sphere Competency Management iPhone + Android RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 6.7 Assessment methods: competency assessmentCompetency gap analysis: Yes
- 10 Avilar WebMentor Skills No phone app RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 6.6$1/mo Assessment methods: self-assessment, manager assessment, peer assessment, mentor assessment, subordinate assessment, customer assessment, and other relationship-based assessmentsDevelopment plans: YesCompetency gap analysis: Yes
- 11 TalentClick No phone app RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 6.6$100/mo Assessment methods: normative assessments; self-rating; multi-rater feedbackDevelopment plans: YesCompetency gap analysis: Yes
- 12 SKRIXX Core No phone app RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 6.4 Assessment methods: assessments, evidence uploads, manager sign-offsDevelopment plans: YesCompetency gap analysis: Yes
- 13 TalentGuard No phone app RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 6.4 Assessment methods: Employee self-assessment; manager verification; behavioral-indicator assessment; role-based assessmentDevelopment plans: YesCompetency gap analysis: Yes
- 14 Dossier No phone app RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 6.0 Assessment methods: education, observation, practice, assessment, validationDevelopment plans: YesCompetency gap analysis: Yes
- 15 Klayo Workforce Intelligence No phone app RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 6.0 Assessment methods: theoretical assessments, practical assessments, digital checklists, instructor sign-off, participant sign-offDevelopment plans: YesCompetency gap analysis: Yes
- 16 Exprobico No phone app RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 5.7 Assessment methods: personality tests; cognitive tests; simulations; structured interviewsDevelopment plans: YesCompetency gap analysis: Yes
- 17 CaSS No phone app RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 5.6 Assessment methods: assessments, xAPI scored events, self-declarations, activity completion, supervisor observation, tests
- 18 iCAN Competency Management System No phone app RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 5.5 Assessment methods: Knowledge evaluations; practical or task-based assessments; behavioral observationsDevelopment plans: YesCompetency gap analysis: Yes
- 19 Rostrivo No phone app RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 5.1 Development plans: YesCompetency gap analysis: Yes
- 20 Skima No phone app RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 5.0 Assessment methods: manager evaluationDevelopment plans: YesCompetency gap analysis: Yes
- 21 Ashvad Competency Management System No phone app RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 5.0 Assessment methods: Digital performance assessments; onboard crew evaluations; self and supervisor assessments; master and shore management reviewsDevelopment plans: YesCompetency gap analysis: Yes
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Questions about this list
Which competency management software is ranked first on Samsung Mobile US Press?
Noova Skill Framework is ranked #1 of 21 with a score of 9.1. Kahuna Skills Manager is second and MyPass Global Competency Management third.
How many of these have a free plan?
3 of the 21 on this page publish a free plan on their own pricing pages.
Which is the cheapest paid option?
On this page, Avilar WebMentor Skills has the lowest first paid tier we found: $1/mo.
How is this list ranked?
Ranked mobile-first: a phone app alongside the web or desktop product, a free tier and the depth of its documentation. Paid placements never change a rank.