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1:1 meeting tool (39 FAQs)
FAQs about Echometer's tool for 1:1 meetings for remote IT leaders.
In which languages is the 1-on-1 meeting software tool Echometer currently available?
The 1-to-1 meeting tool is available in German and English, sometimes with additional language options depending on the version. If you are interested in Spanish, French, Portuguese or other languages, please contact Echometer directly, as individual languages can be set in some cases.
How scalable is the one-on-one meeting software tool Echometer if I have many managers in my company?
The one-to-one meeting software tool is ideal for use by multiple managers in companies, with a central dashboard and clear user management. Many Echometer customers buy many licenses at once.
Do you need a lot of user support or training to set up the 1-on-1 meeting software tool Echometer?
The tool is very beginner-friendly, with very simple and straightforward onboarding, so that no major training is required. The first 1-to-1 meeting can therefore take place within a few minutes of being set up.
1:1 Meetings (1 FAQs)
FAQs on one-to-one and the moderation of 1:1 meetings
1:1 Tool alternatives (9 FAQs)
FAQs on competitors and alternatives for 1:1 meeting tools, software for one-to-one meetings
What is the best one-on-one meeting tool for managers?
The best one-on-one meeting tool for managers (especially in agile remote teams) is probably Echometer. Why?
How does Granola AI differ from Echometer's 1:1 tool?
Granola AI is a general meeting assistant (similar to Fellow App or Spinach AI). Granola AI supports both team and one-to-one meetings through an AI assistant that transcribes and summarizes meetings. Unlike Granola AI, Echometer was developed specifically for one-to-one meetings between managers and employees.
How does Spinach AI differ from Echometer's 1:1 tool?
Spinach AI is a general meeting assistant (similar to Fellow App or Granola AI). Spinach AI supports both team and one-to-one meetings through an AI assistant that transcribes and summarizes meetings. Unlike Spinach AI, Echometer was developed specifically for one-to-one meetings between managers and employees.
Subscription & billing (8 FAQs)
FAQs about Echometer software subscriptions, billing and supported payment methods.
Where can I view my invoices from Echometer?
When purchasing via Echometer Self-Checkout, the invoices for all workspace admins can be viewed via the workspace administration in Echometer. Click on "Administration" in the sidebar on the left and then select "Subscription & Billing".
Which payment methods does Echometer support?
Echometer supports the following payment methods:
Can I cancel my Echometer subscription at any time?
Yes, as a workspace admin you can cancel your workspace's Echometer subscription at any time.
Data protection & security (22 FAQs)
FAQs on data protection and security at Echometer
Can I appoint several admins in Echometer?
Yes, you can assign administration rights to any number of users at both team level and workspace level. Please note the following:
Is there also an on-premise version of Echometer?
No, Echometer does not have an on-premise version that customers can host themselves. Echometer is only available as a cloud solution.
Where is the server location of Echometer?
Echometer uses the servers of the Open Telekom Cloud in Germany. The Open Telekom Cloud data centers are located in Magdeburg and Biere in Saxony-Anhalt.
Echometer Prices (8 FAQs)
FAQ on Echometer's pricing for team retrospective and 1:1 meeting tools
What is the ROI of the paid version of Echometer?
Good team retrospectives are a real win for companies. They have a positive impact on productivity, engagement and satisfaction – with Echometer you can noticeably and measurably increase these benefits.
Can I cancel my Echometer subscription at any time?
Yes, as a workspace admin you can cancel your workspace's Echometer subscription at any time.
What is the price of the Echometer software app for one-on-one meetings?
The Echometer 1-to-1 meeting software offers a generous free plan: managers can hold unlimited free one-to-one meetings with up to two of their employees.
Pricing 1:1-Tool (6 FAQs)
FAQs on the prices of the 1:1 tool in Echometer
Is it worth buying Echometer's 1:1 tool?
Yes, the paid version of the 1:1 tool for managers is worth it. The pilot study shows: The Echometer 1:1 tool increases satisfaction with 1:1 meetings by an average of +40%.
Can I adjust the number of Facilitator licenses in the 1:1 tool later?
Yes, you can add or remove new Facilitator licenses in the 1:1 tool at any time:
How can I buy Echometer's 1:1 software?
First, simply register for free in Echometer. Then navigate to the workspace for which you would like to purchase the 1:1 software. If you haven't already done so, you can do so here: Create account in Echometer 1:1 tool
Pricing Retro-Tool (7 FAQs)
FAQs on the prices of the tool for online team retrospectives and team Health Checks in Echometer.
Is a paid tool for team retrospectives worth it?
Team retrospectives can quickly turn into time-consuming processes if preparation, moderation and follow-up are implemented manually. A paid tool like Echometer helps you to standardize, accelerate and measurably improve these processes.
What is the ROI of the paid version of Echometer?
Good team retrospectives are a real win for companies. They have a positive impact on productivity, engagement and satisfaction – with Echometer you can noticeably and measurably increase these benefits.
How can I buy Echometer's retro tool?
First, simply register for free in Echometer. Then navigate to the workspace for which you would like to purchase the retro tool. If you haven't already done so, you can do so here: Create account in Echometer 1:1 tool
Remote Work (1 FAQs)
FAQs on remote work
Retrospective Tool (57 FAQs)
FAQs about Echometer's tool for team retrospectives - whether on-site, hybrid or remote.
Is a paid tool for team retrospectives worth it?
Team retrospectives can quickly turn into time-consuming processes if preparation, moderation and follow-up are implemented manually. A paid tool like Echometer helps you to standardize, accelerate and measurably improve these processes.
What is the ROI of the paid version of Echometer?
Good team retrospectives are a real win for companies. They have a positive impact on productivity, engagement and satisfaction – with Echometer you can noticeably and measurably increase these benefits.
Is Echometer a popular retrospective tool?
Yes, Echometer is a popular tool for retrospectives! There are various customer testimonials on the website and excellent reviews on neutral platforms such as Capterra and G2. Especially the simplicity and playful aspects of Echometer are positively emphasized in the reviews.
team health check (5 FAQs)
FAQs about Health Checks in Echometer's tool for team retrospectives
Is it possible to conduct anonymous surveys in Echometer?
Yes, you can conduct anonymous surveys in Echometer. You can create a survey and then share the link to the survey. Everyone with access to the link can participate in the survey anonymously without having to register beforehand.
Can I automate surveys in Echometer Team?
Yes, you can automate team surveys via pulse checks in Echometer. To automate surveys in Echometer, first select the questions for the pulse check, then select the start date and then the frequency at which this survey should be sent.
Can I measure the psychological safety of my team in Echometer?
Yes, you can record the psychological safety of your team in Echometer with Health Checks. Echometer has a template for retrospectives as well as various items in the Health Check item pool. You can therefore configure the measurement individually and decide for yourself whether you want to collect the measurement as part of a retrospective or as part of a survey.
Team retrospectives (10 FAQs)
FAQs on team retrospectives and the moderation of retrospectives
Which retrospective formats, templates and techniques lead to real improvements?
The best retrospective templates, formats or techniques that lead to real improvements and action depend heavily on your team and challenges. The "Drive & Drag" format, the "Battery Retrospective" and the "Moral-Health Check", each from Echometer, often work well. All three retrospective templates can be found in the retrospective software tool Echometer.
How can you make retrospectives productive for small development teams?
Retrospectives can be particularly productive for small IT engineering teams if you focus on specific challenges. For example, the small team can analyze how the last bugs came about or how the sprint goal was missed. The retrospective software tool Echometer, which offers various templates for productive retros in small teams, is particularly recommended for small IT engineering teams.
What are good remote retrospective techniques or templates for large teams?
Various retrospective templates, techniques and ideas are suitable for use in particularly large remote or virtual teams. For example, the "Keep Stop Start" template, "Mad Sad Glad" and the "Sailboat Retrospective" are well suited for large teams.
About Echometer (7 FAQs)
FAQs about Echometer: The software provider for collaboration software for agile managers and remote teams.
What is the difference between the Retrospective tool and the 1:1 software?
In Echometer there are two separate software solutions that are available within each workspace in Echometer:
Does Echometer offer SSO?
Yes, Echometer also allows SSO or single sign-on in its paid plans. This applies to both the retro tool and the tool for 1:1 meetings.
Can I host Echometer myself?
No, you cannot host Echometer on your own servers.
Online Retrospective Software Alternatives (26 FAQs)
FAQs on software tool alternatives for agile online team retrospectives
What are the best retrospective software tools for remote development teams?
It depends on your team and your context which is the best retrospective software tool. A generally recommended software tool for virtual or remote engineering teams is Echometer. It has various features that have been specially developed for remote IT engineering teams, such as: an interactive retro board, various retrospective templates, action tracking and specialized team Health Checks for remote teams.
Where can I find retrospective software tools with customizable templates?
You can find retrospective software tools with customizable templates, formats and techniques on various platforms and in various software tools. For example, we recommend the retrospective software tool Echometer with customizable templates for retrospective questions and techniques. The templates in Echometer include selectable icebreakers and open questions for your retrospective, such as the techniques "Keep Stop Start", "Mad Sad Glad" or the sailboat retrospective.
What are popular retrospective tools in 2025?
The most popular retrospective tools in 2025 include in particular:
Users on Echometer (9 FAQs)
FAQs on experiences of users of the Echometer Retrospective software tool incl. Parabol, Reetro, EasyRetro, Atlassian Whiteboards etc.
How does Echometer improve visibility for developers in terms of metrics such as burndown charts compared to Parabol according to users?
User Sharon Burns reports that Echometer allows her to show metrics such as burndown charts during the retrospective, giving developers insight into team performance. This helps the team understand progress, whereas Parabol only offers limited visibility of such data.
How does Echometer support customization, e.g. adding questions or templates, better than Parabol according to users?
User Sharon Burns explains that Echometer allows her to add her own questions, choose from templates and rearrange agenda items. This flexibility allows retrospectives to be adapted to the needs of the team, while Parabol offers fewer customization options.
How does Echometer simplify login and participation compared to other retrospective tools according to users?
User Sharon Burns emphasizes that Echometer facilitates login and participation: developers can participate without creating an account or using complicated email links, reducing friction and ensuring full participation.
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