Compare Aplos and Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT

At a Glance
Aplos
Aplos
Star Rating
(93)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (92.2% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$79.00 Per Month
Free Trial is available
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Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT
Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT
Star Rating
(121)4.0 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (50.8% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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AI Generated Summary
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  • G2 reviewers report that Aplos excels in user satisfaction, boasting a higher overall rating compared to Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT. Users appreciate its intuitive design and the ability to easily customize reports, which enhances their experience in managing nonprofit finances.
  • According to verified reviews, Aplos shines in its ease of use, with many users highlighting its user-friendly application and the efficiency of emailing contribution statements directly to donors. This feature is particularly beneficial for organizations looking to streamline their donor communication.
  • Users say that Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT offers a robust set of features, including a new expense management module that simplifies expense tracking. Reviewers find its cloud accessibility and user-friendly interface make financial management more efficient, which is a significant advantage for mid-market organizations.
  • Reviewers mention that Aplos provides exceptional customer support, with many users praising the resources and tools available for nonprofit organizations. This level of support contributes to a smoother experience, especially for those new to accounting software.
  • G2 reviewers highlight that while Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT has a solid feature set, some users feel it can be less intuitive than Aplos, particularly during the implementation phase. However, the availability of webinars and training sessions helps ease this transition.
  • According to recent feedback, Aplos users appreciate its strong performance in areas like journal entries and AP automation, which are crucial for daily operations. In contrast, Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT, while effective, has received mixed reviews regarding its automation features, indicating room for improvement.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Aplos
Lite
$79.00
Per Month
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Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT
No pricing available
Free Trial
Aplos
Free Trial is available
Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT
No trial information available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.2
79
8.2
73
Ease of Use
9.3
82
7.9
100
Ease of Setup
8.9
69
7.7
58
Ease of Admin
9.3
58
8.3
31
Quality of Support
9.4
79
7.9
73
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.5
58
8.1
32
Product Direction (% positive)
9.6
78
7.9
71
Features by Category
Nonprofit AccountingHide 9 FeaturesShow 9 Features
8.0
67
7.6
55
General Ledger
8.7
64
8.4
52
8.5
59
7.7
46
8.7
57
8.5
45
Accounts Receivable
7.6
46
7.7
38
7.9
46
7.2
35
7.4
42
6.2
34
Accounts Payable
8.2
49
7.5
42
8.1
51
7.9
43
6.8
43
6.9
34
Education Finance SoftwareHide 7 FeaturesShow 7 Features
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Billing
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Reporting
Not enough data
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Agentic AI - Education ERP
Not enough data
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Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Aplos
Aplos
Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT
Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT
Aplos and Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT are categorized as Nonprofit Accounting
Unique Categories
Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT
Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT is categorized as Education Finance Software
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Aplos
Aplos
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
92.2%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
6.7%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
1.1%
Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT
Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
43.3%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
50.8%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
5.8%
Reviewers' Industry
Aplos
Aplos
Non-Profit Organization Management
53.3%
Religious Institutions
23.3%
Accounting
12.2%
Consulting
1.1%
Real Estate
1.1%
Other
8.9%
Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT
Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT
Non-Profit Organization Management
29.2%
Accounting
13.3%
Education Management
9.2%
Primary/Secondary Education
9.2%
Higher Education
7.5%
Other
31.7%
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Discussions
Aplos
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Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT
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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
How much does Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT cost?
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Kenton S.
KS
We pay about $6,000/yearRead more
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