EHS Software Comparison
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Which Company has the Best EHS Software?
Choosing the right EHS software is about more than checking boxes. You need a platform that’s smart, scalable, and actually usable—one that delivers value from day one, not after months of customization or endless training sessions.
There are a handful of major players in the EHS software space. HSI, Enablon, VelocityEHS, Benchmark Gensuite, and Intelex. Some offer broad functionality, others deep specialization—but who stacks up as the top competitor and which one is right for you?
What Customers Say
The two key elements to managing a successful EHS system are:
🔵Cost-effective pricing.
🔵Ease of use and the ability to manage it, customize it, edit it on your own, without costly change requests to the vendor.
Download this comparison to see who really has it all—and why more organizations are choosing HSI.
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1. HSI – The Highly Configurable, All-in-One Platform Built for Today
Let’s look at why HSI is quickly becoming the go-to for organizations of all sizes—and how we stacks up against Enablon, VelocityEHS, Benchmark Gensuite, and Intelex.
Why HSI Leads:
🔵 One seamless platform combining LMS, incident management, SDS, claims, and more – so information flows easily between records.
🔵 Advanced AI-powered insights tying training directly to incident prevention.
🔵 Mobile-first design connecting everyone, everywhere.
🔵 4–6 week deployment, not 6–9 months.
🔵 5,000+ courses in safety, emergency care, soft skills, and craft trades—the largest integrated safety training library available.
🔵 Chemical Management together with EHS and Training for a complete solution, allowing you to consolidate vendors and reduce pricing.
🔵 No hidden fees, transparent pricing, and flexible integration options.
🔵 You’re in control: HSI trains your team to manage the platform, so admins can make changes quickly and easily – no need for costly consultants.
🔵 Self-service, customer managed for ease of use and lower costs—you don't have to pay HSI to make edits to your solutions, you can point, click, and save edits on your own.
HSI is Trusted by the Best
Lowe's, Coca-Cola, Disney, and 23k+ others use HSI across 71 countries. With over 18 million courses completed annually, the proof is in the results.
Why Our Platform Works
HSI offers enterprise-grade functionality without the enterprise-grade headache. It’s fast, powerful, intuitive—and you don’t need an entire admin team to manage it.
Transparent Pricing
In a comparison of the same build of an EHS system across multiple other vendors, HSI was nearly 1/3 the price, and even more cost efficient per year after year one.
2. Enablon – Big Platform, Big Price Tag
The Appeal:
Coming in second, and backed by Wolters Kluwer, Enablon has a solid reputation for handling complex ESG, EHS, and GRC needs at a global level. Large enterprises appreciate its breadth and integration with sustainability frameworks.
What to Watch For:
If you want every bell and whistle and have the budget and resources to support it, Enablon delivers:
- Long implementation timelines—can take several months or more.
- Requires extensive (and expensive) customization to fit business needs.
- Updates may break or disrupt heavily customized workflows.
- Software is modular. Hidden costs can surface as needs expand.
- Best suited for companies with large IT teams and big budgets.
3. VelocityEHS – A Familiar Name with Growing Pains
Why they Stand Out:
They’re a familiar name with a broad EHS module library that’s especially appealing to large organizations.
What to Consider:
- Modules aren’t fully integrated, leading to a fragmented user experience.
- Complicated workflows and longer task completion times.
- May feel overwhelming for smaller teams or simpler operations.
- Complex user interface can slow adoption and require extensive training.
- Advanced features come at a high price.
4. Benchmark Gensuite – Flexible, But Cumbersome
The Draw:
Strong AI tools, industry-specific modules, and deep ties to manufacturing and chemical sectors. Modular pricing is a detractor for some.
Keep in mind their:
- Clunky user interface and disconnected modules.
- Pay-as-you-scale model can become expensive quickly.
- Limited file upload capacity.
- Customizations often come with added costs along with high platform and implementation fees.
- Any changes outside the out-of-the-box solution typically is made by the Benchmark team – at an additional cost.
5. Intelex – Feature-Rich, But Heavyweight
Why it Works:
Global enterprises like Intelex's configurability, multilingual support, and the ability to run on-premise or in the cloud.
Key factors to evaluate:
- Implementation takes 6–9 months and often relies on third-party consultants.
- Interface is outdated and complex – not intuitive – which slows adoption.
- Mobile app has a different user interface than the web app, leading to confusion.
- Some modules are overly complicated and not streamlined, making the platform cumbersome to use.
- You cannot make changes yourself – updates only through the Intelex team, making the process both expensive and time-consuming.
- Support and issue resolutions are also slow and layered, adding to the overall frustration.
Final Take: HSI Checks the Boxes—And Then Some
These EHS software systems have all established themselves as top-tier solutions in the market. But when you look at ease of use, speed to value, affordability, and employee adoption, one platform consistently stands out:
✅ Intuitive and modern UI
✅ Fast implementation and seamless onboarding
✅ Built-in, award-winning training content
✅ Full EHS, LMS, SDS, and ESG functionality
✅ Advanced AI that is driving proactive compliance
HSI isn’t just an alternative. It’s the next evolution of EHS software. Want to learn more? Check out our EHS FAQs for the Top 10 Ways EHS Software Helps Businesses.
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