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Compare Aplos and Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (91.9% of reviews)
Mid-Market (48.1% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$79.00 Per Month
No pricing available
Aplos
Star Rating
(62)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (91.9% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$79.00 Per Month
Free Trial is available
Browse all 3 pricing plansBlackbaud Financial Edge NXT
Star Rating
(108)4.0 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (48.1% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Blackbaud Financial Edge NXTSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that Aplos excels in ease of use with a score of 9.4, while Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT lags behind at 7.8. Reviewers mention that Aplos' user-friendly interface makes it accessible for small businesses, allowing for quick onboarding and minimal training.
- Reviewers say that Aplos offers superior quality of support, scoring 9.6 compared to Blackbaud's 7.9. Users on G2 highlight Aplos' responsive customer service and helpful resources, which enhance the overall user experience.
- G2 users mention that Aplos shines in its online donation portal, scoring an impressive 9.6, while Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT's online capabilities are less favorable at 7.6. Reviewers appreciate Aplos' seamless donation process, which is crucial for fundraising efforts.
- Users say that Aplos provides robust reporting features with a score of 9.4, whereas Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT scores lower at 8.1. Reviewers mention that Aplos' customizable reports allow for better insights into financial data, which is essential for decision-making.
- Reviewers mention that Aplos' automation features, particularly in accounts receivable, score 7.9, outperforming Blackbaud's 7.1. Users report that Aplos' AR automation simplifies invoicing and collections, making it easier to manage cash flow.
- Users on G2 highlight Aplos' strong fund accounting capabilities with a score of 9.6, while Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT scores 8.6. Reviewers say that Aplos' fund accounting features are particularly beneficial for nonprofits, allowing for detailed tracking of funds and compliance with regulations.
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Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Aplos
Lite
$79.00
Per Month
- Fund Accounting
- Financial Reporting
- Donation Tracking
Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT
No pricing availableFree Trial
Aplos
Free Trial is available
Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
9.2
51
8.2
70
Ease of Use
9.4
54
7.9
88
Ease of Setup
9.1
41
7.7
48
Ease of Admin
9.5
37
8.3
29
Quality of Support
9.7
52
7.9
70
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.7
37
8.1
30
Product Direction (% positive)
9.8
51
7.9
68
Features by Category
General Ledger
9.1
41
8.5
49
8.9
37
7.7
44
9.1
37
8.5
43
Accounts Receivable
8.1
25
7.7
36
8.3
24
7.2
33
8.1
21
6.1
32
Accounts Payable
8.8
27
7.5
40
8.5
28
7.9
41
7.3
22
6.9
32
Administration
9.1
9
Not enough data
8.8
8
Not enough data
7.9
8
Not enough data
8.9
9
Not enough data
Fundraising
8.6
7
Not enough data
9.6
9
Not enough data
7.9
7
Not enough data
9.1
9
Not enough data
8.1
7
Not enough data
6.4
7
Not enough data
Marketing
7.5
6
Not enough data
7.2
6
Not enough data
Administration
8.9
19
Not enough data
9.1
18
Not enough data
8.9
19
Not enough data
8.3
17
Not enough data
8.1
17
Not enough data
Donor Management
8.2
16
Not enough data
7.3
16
Not enough data
7.5
16
Not enough data
8.1
17
Not enough data
Interoperability
7.2
16
Not enough data
7.6
16
Not enough data
9.6
19
Not enough data
Constituent Management
9.3
7
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Verified
Not enough data
7.5
8
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.2
8
|
Verified
Not enough data
Marketing Automation
8.3
8
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.2
6
|
Verified
Not enough data
6.7
6
|
Verified
Not enough data
6.7
6
|
Verified
Not enough data
Workflow Automation
7.1
7
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.6
8
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.1
7
|
Verified
Not enough data
Reporting & Analytics
9.2
8
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.0
8
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
8
|
Verified
Not enough data
Integrations
9.6
8
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
7
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
7
|
Verified
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Nonprofit CRM
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform Customizations
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform Content
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform Support
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Aplos and Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT are categorized as Nonprofit Accounting
Unique Categories
Aplos is categorized as Church Website Builder, Nonprofit Payment Gateway, Admission-Based Nonprofit, Donor Management, Nonprofit CRM, and Fundraising
Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Aplos
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Non-Profit Organization Management
53.2%
Religious Institutions
24.2%
Accounting
12.9%
Real Estate
1.6%
Political Organization
1.6%
Other
6.5%
Non-Profit Organization Management
27.8%
Accounting
13.9%
Primary/Secondary Education
9.3%
Education Management
9.3%
Hospital & Health Care
6.5%
Other
33.3%
Most Helpful Reviews
Aplos
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Kristy L.
Verified User in Non-Profit Organization Management
The variety of things Aplos offers to help a non-profit run efficiently is so valuable!
Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User in Non-Profit Organization Management
Reconciliation tool does not work very well
Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Verified User in Education Management
The fact that I can access the software through the cloud. I was very excited about the whole Expense Management process but our users are experiencing lots of one-off issues and causing major delays
Most Helpful Critical Review
Dominique R.
Verified User in Accounting
I don't like that we have to use third-party software for our more complex needs or we have to wait for certain features to be rolled out while being pushed to a different version.
Kristy L.
Verified User in Non-Profit Organization Management
The variety of things Aplos offers to help a non-profit run efficiently is so valuable!
Verified User in Education Management
The fact that I can access the software through the cloud. I was very excited about the whole Expense Management process but our users are experiencing lots of one-off issues and causing major delays
Verified User in Non-Profit Organization Management
Reconciliation tool does not work very well
Dominique R.
Verified User in Accounting
I don't like that we have to use third-party software for our more complex needs or we have to wait for certain features to be rolled out while being pushed to a different version.
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Discussions
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What's available in financial edge NXT?
1 comment
MW
Financial Edge NXT offers a web-based accounting system with subledgers for Accounts Payable and Bank Accounts. There is also reporting functionality. Other...Read more
Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT has no more discussions with answers
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