HERE'S WHY WE BELIEVE DARWINBOX WAS RECOGNIZED AS A CHALLENGER
AI that works for people
Darwinbox is recognized for continuously embedding AI in use cases that yield high customer adoption including 12 AI agents across talent, analytics, and employee support.
First HCM platform to launch MCP
We’re the first HCM with an MCP server, unlocking interoperability for the agent-driven future and the ever-changing world of enterprise technology.
Value without the bloat
Rated highest on Complexity & TCO (Asia/Pacific), proving you can get enterprise-grade depth without the cost and complexity of legacy HCMs.
Talent that powers growth
Among the highest scores in pre-hire talent management, enabling organizations to attract, onboard, and grow the right people with speed and precision.
We believe that being recognized as a Challenger for the second year in a row is a powerful affirmation of our vision. At Darwinbox, we are building the new age of HCM - AI-first, interoperable, and designed to deliver measurable value for enterprises. From launching the industry’s first HCM-native MCP server to embedding AI agents that are already driving adoption across talent, analytics, and employee support, we are shaping the future of work. We believe this recognition reinforces our commitment to helping CHROs simplify complexity, lower TCO, and unlock the full potential of their people.
Chaitanya Peddi, Co-founder, Darwinbox
Darwinbox named a
Customers’ Choice in HCM 4 years in a row
Overall rating of 4.7/5, as of 31 January 2025, based on 144 reviews
Gartner® Voice of the Customer for Cloud HCM Suites for 1,000+ Employee Enterprises
A Customers’ Choice
Distincted as a Customers' Choice for large and midsize enterprises.
Willingness to Recommend
93% of users were willing to recommend Darwinbox.
Gartner, Magic Quadrant for Cloud HCM Suites for 1,000+ Employee Enterprises, Ranadip Chandra, Chris Pang, Ron Hanscome, Sam Grinter, Josie Xing, Hiten Sheth, Travis Wickesberg, Harsh Kundulli, Anand Chouksey, David Bobo, Laura Gardiner, Emi Chiba, Michelle Shapiro, 23 October 2025
Gartner, Voice of the Customer for Cloud HCM Suites for 1,000+ Employee Enterprises, Peer Contributors, 8 April 2025.
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