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# Applied Epic vs QQCatalyst Comparison - What are their main differences?

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Reviews

**Applied Epic** [

4.4/5(2,191)

](https://www.g2.com/products/applied-epic/reviews#reviews)

**QQCatalyst** [

4.4/5(727)

](https://www.g2.com/products/qqcatalyst/reviews#reviews)

Pricing

**Applied Epic**
No pricing available

**QQCatalyst**
No pricing available

**Pricing Insights**
from reviews

Time to Implement

**Applied Epic**
4 months

Based on 604 responses

**QQCatalyst**
2 monthsFaster

Based on 316 responses

Return on Investment

**Applied Epic**
15 months

Based on 555 responses

**QQCatalyst**
13 months2 months sooner

Based on 293 responses

Perceived Cost

**Applied Epic**
$$$$$

**QQCatalyst**
$$$$$

Average Discount

**Applied Epic**
8%

**QQCatalyst**
8%

 ![Applied Epic](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/thumb_square/thumb_square_637d6a3179f04c22c82f6327a286b6ad/applied-epic.png "Applied Epic")

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Pros & Cons

**Applied Epic**
[
Ease of Use (523)
](https://www.g2.com/products/applied-epic/reviews?filters%5Bsentiment_snippet%5D=1183684&qs=pros-and-cons#reviews)[
Features (215)
](https://www.g2.com/products/applied-epic/reviews?filters%5Bsentiment_snippet%5D=1182973&qs=pros-and-cons#reviews)[
Learning Curve (168)
](https://www.g2.com/products/applied-epic/reviews?filters%5Bsentiment_snippet%5D=1182226&qs=pros-and-cons#reviews)[
Complex Process (139)
](https://www.g2.com/products/applied-epic/reviews?filters%5Bsentiment_snippet%5D=1184200&qs=pros-and-cons#reviews)

**QQCatalyst**
[
Ease of Use (87)
](https://www.g2.com/products/qqcatalyst/reviews?filters%5Bsentiment_snippet%5D=1268309&qs=pros-and-cons#reviews)[
Organization (31)
](https://www.g2.com/products/qqcatalyst/reviews?filters%5Bsentiment_snippet%5D=1268361&qs=pros-and-cons#reviews)[
Download Issues (14)
](https://www.g2.com/products/qqcatalyst/reviews?filters%5Bsentiment_snippet%5D=1268601&qs=pros-and-cons#reviews)[
Slow Performance (10)
](https://www.g2.com/products/qqcatalyst/reviews?filters%5Bsentiment_snippet%5D=1268399&qs=pros-and-cons#reviews)

Integrations

**Applied Epic**
[

 ![Product Avatar Image](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/large_detail/large_detail_efcfe787e0b9baea62c5cdf53faa7f42/acs-2000.png "Product Avatar Image")

ACS 2000

](https://www.g2.com/products/acs-2000/reviews)[

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Adobe Acrobat

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 ![Product Avatar Image](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/large_detail/large_detail_7e8d45048864d664072c5d71af151af0/applied-csr24.jpg "Product Avatar Image")

Applied CSR24

](https://www.g2.com/products/applied-csr24/reviews)[

 ![Product Avatar Image](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/large_detail/large_detail_6c179139dce418eef9e98c99b810d791/applied-pay.png "Product Avatar Image")

Applied Pay

](https://www.g2.com/products/applied-pay/reviews)[
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](https://www.g2.com/products/applied-epic/integrations)

**QQCatalyst**
[

 ![Product Avatar Image](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/vendor/image/35384/large_detail_f579a61556c4d61d7809f7ef02b639b0.png "Product Avatar Image")

AgencyHR

](https://www.g2.com/products/agencyhr/reviews)[

 ![Product Avatar Image](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/large_detail/large_detail_dbc031ae0f680b87fe333d292ebb1650/vertafore-agencyzoom.png "Product Avatar Image")

AgencyZoom

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 ![Product Avatar Image](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/large_detail/large_detail_1adedf3f49226f619b94a16dd159982e/ams-ams.jpeg "Product Avatar Image")

AMS

](https://www.g2.com/products/ams-ams/reviews)[

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Dropbox Sign (formerly...

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Screenshots

**Applied Epic**
No screenshot available

**QQCatalyst**
 ![QQCatalyst screenshot](https://images.g2crowd.com/cdn-cgi/image/width=600,height=600,fit=scale-down,format=auto,onerror=redirect,/https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/attachment/file/1468982/Employee-Productivity.png)

Ratings

Meets Requirements

**Applied Epic**

8.6

8.61,243

**QQCatalyst**

8.6

8.6568

Ease of Use

**Applied Epic**

8.1

8.11,864

**QQCatalyst**

8.9

8.9576

Ease of Setup

**Applied Epic**

7.4

7.41,183

**QQCatalyst**

8.6

8.6457

Ease of Admin

**Applied Epic**

7.8

7.8573

**QQCatalyst**

8.6

8.6310

Quality of Support

**Applied Epic**

8.7

8.71,467

**QQCatalyst**

8.7

8.7555

Has the product been a good partner in doing business?

**Applied Epic**

8.6

8.6603

**QQCatalyst**

8.6

8.6318

Product Direction (% positive)

**Applied Epic**

8.4

8.41,191

**QQCatalyst**

8.1

8.1518

Features

Insurance Agency Management Systems[Hide 56 FeaturesShow 56 Features](javascript:void(0);)

8.5

1,374

8.4

529

Administration

Accounting

7.7(won by 0.7)

831

 (There is a greater than 0.5 difference between this product's rating and its competitors)

7.0

337

Contact Management

8.7

958

9.0(won by 0.3)

477

Commissions

8.1(won by 1.1)

801

 (There is a greater than 0.5 difference between this product's rating and its competitors)

7.0

346

Sales Tools

7.2

685

7.4(won by 0.2)

364

Reporting & Statistics

7.9

905

8.4(won by 0.5)

434

 (There is a greater than 0.5 difference between this product's rating and its competitors)

Payment Processing

7.5(won by 0.9)

674

 (There is a greater than 0.5 difference between this product's rating and its competitors)

6.6

310

Email Integration

8.1(won by 0.4)

878

7.7

395

Task Management

8.6(won by 0.1)

902

8.5

414

Third-Party Integrations

8.5(won by 1.5)

55

 (There is a greater than 0.5 difference between this product's rating and its competitors)

7.0

5

Alerts/Notifications

7.5

8

9.3(won by 1.8)

9

 (There is a greater than 0.5 difference between this product's rating and its competitors)

Forms Management

8.3

12

10.0(won by 1.7)

6

 (There is a greater than 0.5 difference between this product's rating and its competitors)

Workflow Management

8.7

45

9.2(won by 0.5)

6

 (There is a greater than 0.5 difference between this product's rating and its competitors)

Document Management

8.9

61

9.2(won by 0.3)

10

Contact Database

9.6(won by 0.2)

24

9.4

8

Pipeline Management

6.7(won by default)

5

Not enough data

Commission Management

9.2(won by default)

10

Not enough data

Email Management

Not enough data

10.0(won by default)

5

User Management

8.7(won by default)

15

Not enough data

Accounting Integration

Not enough data

Not enough data

Calendar Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Invoice Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Insurance Documentation

Claims Management

8.1(won by 1.1)

790

 (There is a greater than 0.5 difference between this product's rating and its competitors)

7.0

323

Insurance Policy Management

9.0(tied score)

1007

9.0(tied score)

447

Invoicing & Receipts

8.2(won by 0.7)

839

 (There is a greater than 0.5 difference between this product's rating and its competitors)

7.5

344

Electronic Signatures

7.8(won by 0.9)

699

 (There is a greater than 0.5 difference between this product's rating and its competitors)

6.9

327

Client Management

10.0(tied score)

25

10.0(tied score)

11

Lead Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Additional Functionality

Search/Filter

8.3

25

9.0(won by 0.7)

8

 (There is a greater than 0.5 difference between this product's rating and its competitors)

Document Storage

10.0(won by 0.6)

21

 (There is a greater than 0.5 difference between this product's rating and its competitors)

9.4

8

Access Controls/Permissions

8.0(won by default)

5

Not enough data

AI Copilot

9.5(won by default)

34

Not enough data

Audit Trail

8.0(won by default)

5

Not enough data

Activity Tracking

9.2(won by default)

18

Not enough data

API

8.0(won by default)

5

Not enough data

Customizable Templates

8.0(won by default)

5

Not enough data

Property & Casualty

9.4(won by default)

9

Not enough data

Configurable Workflow

9.0(won by default)

5

Not enough data

Life & Health

8.6(won by default)

6

Not enough data

Status Tracking

8.3(won by default)

6

Not enough data

Generative AI

9.8(won by default)

22

Not enough data

Customizable Reports

8.6(won by default)

11

Not enough data

Customizable Fields

8.5(won by default)

10

Not enough data

Quotes/Estimates

8.6(won by default)

7

Not enough data

Client Portal

Not enough data

Not enough data

Commission Calculations

Not enough data

Not enough data

Insurance Rating

Not enough data

Not enough data

Customizable Branding

Not enough data

Not enough data

Monitoring

Not enough data

Not enough data

Customizable Forms

Not enough data

Not enough data

Document Templates

Not enough data

Not enough data

Self Service Portal

Not enough data

Not enough data

Reminders

Not enough data

Not enough data

SSL Security

Not enough data

Not enough data

Referral Tracking

Not enough data

Not enough data

Risk Assessment

Not enough data

Not enough data

Email Marketing

Not enough data

Not enough data

User Insights

Reviewers' Company Size

[![Applied Epic](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/thumb_square/thumb_square_637d6a3179f04c22c82f6327a286b6ad/applied-epic.png "Applied Epic")](https://www.g2.com/products/applied-epic/reviews)

Applied Epic

Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)

69.8%

Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)

24.9%

Enterprise(\> 1000 emp.)

5.3%

[![QQCatalyst](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/bbb16da3ceba36f13a603bce0de7796b/qqcatalyst.svg "QQCatalyst")](https://www.g2.com/products/qqcatalyst/reviews)

QQCatalyst

Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)

97.9%

Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)

1.4%

Enterprise(\> 1000 emp.)

0.7%

Small-Business

(50 or fewer emp.)

69.8%

97.9%

Mid-Market

(51-1000 emp.)

24.9%

1.4%

Enterprise

(\> 1000 emp.)

5.3%

0.7%

Reviewers' Industry

[![Applied Epic](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/thumb_square/thumb_square_637d6a3179f04c22c82f6327a286b6ad/applied-epic.png "Applied Epic")](https://www.g2.com/products/applied-epic/reviews)
Applied Epic

Insurance

89.7%

Accounting

4.4%

Construction

1.4%

Financial Services

0.6%

Information Technology and Services

0.5%

Other

3.4%

[![QQCatalyst](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/bbb16da3ceba36f13a603bce0de7796b/qqcatalyst.svg "QQCatalyst")](https://www.g2.com/products/qqcatalyst/reviews)
QQCatalyst

Insurance

96.7%

Accounting

0.9%

Financial Services

0.6%

Marketing and Advertising

0.3%

Banking

0.3%

Other

1.1%

FAQs

## Applied Epic vs QQCatalyst FAQs

Generated using AI

Last updated: August 14, 2026

### What is the difference between QQCatalyst vs Applied Epic?

QQCatalyst and Applied Epic are both highly rated Insurance Agency Management Systems, but QQCatalyst stands out for its ease of setup and user-friendly experience, while Applied Epic is recognized for its robust features and workflow efficiency.

| [QQCatalyst](https://www.g2.com/products/qqcatalyst/reviews) | [Applied Epic](https://www.g2.com/products/applied-epic/reviews) |
| --- | --- |
| 4.4/5 (671 reviews) | 4.4/5 (1800 reviews) |
| Small-Business | Small-Business |
| 8.6 | 7.4 |
| 8.6 | 8.7 |
| Ease of Use (87 all-time mentions) | Ease of Use (534 all-time mentions) |

### How do the pricing models of QQCatalyst and Applied Epic compare?

QQCatalyst and Applied Epic are rated at parity for value, with both products scoring 8.6 on value-related dimensions.

- **QQCatalyst:** In recent reviews, many buyers describe QQCatalyst as competitively priced and a good value for its feature set, though some mention it feels expensive for basic functionality.
- **Applied Epic:** Reviewers frequently cite high pricing as a trade-off, with several noting that additional charges for accessing certain data or features can impact day-to-day operations.
- **Switching reasons:** Some reviewers mention switching to QQCatalyst for a simpler, more affordable solution, while others cite Applied Epic's robust features as a reason for adoption despite higher costs.

### What are the best alternatives to QQCatalyst and Applied Epic?

The top three alternatives to QQCatalyst and Applied Epic are AMS360, EZLynx, and HawkSoft.

| Product | G2 Rating (reviews) | Largest Segment | Pricing Insight | Top Reviewer-Cited Strength |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [QQCatalyst](https://www.g2.com/products/qqcatalyst/reviews) | 4.4/5 (671) | Small-Business | Competitive pricing, but some feel expensive for basic features | Ease of Use (87 all-time mentions) |
| [Applied Epic](https://www.g2.com/products/applied-epic/reviews) | 4.4/5 (1800) | Small-Business | High pricing, additional charges for data/features | Ease of Use (534 all-time mentions) |
| [AMS360](https://www.g2.com/products/ams360/reviews) | 4.3/5 (968) | Small-Business | — | Comprehensive feature set |
| [EZLynx](https://www.g2.com/products/ezlynx-ezlynx/reviews) | 4.4/5 (723) | Mid-Market | — | Automation and workflow efficiency |
| [HawkSoft](https://www.g2.com/products/hawksoft/reviews) | 4.8/5 (84) | Small-Business | — | User-friendly interface |

### Which Insurance Agency Management Systems features should I prioritize when comparing QQCatalyst and Applied Epic?

Buyers comparing QQCatalyst and Applied Epic should prioritize ease of use, integrations, workflow efficiency, organization, and accounting capabilities.

- **Ease of Use:** QQCatalyst scores 8.9 (87 all-time mentions); Applied Epic scores 8.1 (534 all-time mentions).
- **Integrations:** QQCatalyst integrations mentioned in 9 reviews; Applied Epic integrations mentioned in 133 reviews.
- **Workflow Efficiency:** Applied Epic cited for workflow efficiency in 153 reviews; QQCatalyst cited for time saving in 16 reviews.
- **Organization:** QQCatalyst cited in 31 reviews; Applied Epic cited in 151 reviews.
- **Accounting:** Both products receive mixed feedback on accounting, with Applied Epic noted for commission reconciliation and QQCatalyst for basic accounting but with limitations.

### What are the pros and cons of QQCatalyst vs Applied Epic?

QQCatalyst's headline strength is ease of use, while Applied Epic's is robust workflow efficiency and feature depth.

- **QQCatalyst strengths:** Ease of use (87 all-time mentions), organization (31), simple interface (24), data management (20), client management (18), intuitive design (16), time saving (16), helpful features (11), integrations (9).
- **QQCatalyst trade-offs:** Policy management limitations (6), functionality limitations (5), connectivity issues (3), difficulty (3), some reports of poor customer support (3), basic accounting features.
- **Applied Epic strengths:** Ease of use (534), features (215), data management (195), workflow efficiency (153), organization (151), intuitive interface (140), integrations (133), client management (112), centralization (94), customization (80), efficiency improvement (79).
- **Applied Epic trade-offs:** Steep learning curve (173), complex processes (139), excessive clicking (130), inefficiency (114), limited customization (99), slow performance (87), complexity (77), high pricing, some complaints about initial setup and navigation.

### Is QQCatalyst or Applied Epic better for small businesses?

QQCatalyst is the better fit for small businesses, with strong small-business reviewer sentiment and a focus on ease of use and quick setup.

- **QQCatalyst:** Largest segment is Small-Business; reviewers consistently highlight its user-friendly interface, fast onboarding, and suitability for agencies seeking simplicity and efficiency.
- **Applied Epic:** Largest segment is Small-Business; reviewers note its comprehensive features but mention a steeper learning curve and more complex setup, which can be challenging for smaller teams.

### Which Insurance Agency Management Systems platform has better integrations?

Applied Epic is favored for integrations, with a higher all-time mention count and broader integration ecosystem cited by reviewers.

- **QQCatalyst:** Integrations with AMS (35 all-time mentions) and AgencyZoom (4 mentions) are highlighted in reviews.
- **Applied Epic:** Integrations with Indio (44 all-time mentions) and Applied TAM (20 mentions) are frequently cited, with 133 reviews mentioning integrations overall.

### How do QQCatalyst and Applied Epic compare on customer support?

QQCatalyst and Applied Epic are rated at parity for Quality of Support, with scores of 8.6 and 8.7 respectively, indicating similar reviewer satisfaction.

- **QQCatalyst:** Reviewers describe support as reliable and responsive, with several noting helpful onboarding and prompt assistance, though a few mention occasional delays or difficulty reaching a real person.
- **Applied Epic:** Reviewers consistently praise knowledgeable and helpful support staff, with many citing positive experiences and effective problem resolution, though some mention slow case resolution at times.

### Which is easier to implement, QQCatalyst or Applied Epic?

QQCatalyst is rated higher for Ease of Setup, scoring 8.6 versus Applied Epic's 7.4, indicating a smoother implementation experience for most reviewers.

- **QQCatalyst:** Reviewers frequently highlight quick and straightforward setup, easy onboarding, and minimal training required for new users.
- **Applied Epic:** Reviewers note that setup can be complex and time-consuming, sometimes requiring external consultants, but also mention that tutorials and user guides are helpful once the system is in place.

### Which product has better Accounting?

Applied Epic is favored for Accounting, with reviewers citing more advanced commission reconciliation and accounting features.

- **QQCatalyst:** Reviewers mention basic accounting capabilities but cite limitations in commission tracking and financial reporting; accounting is noted as an area for improvement in several recent reviews.
- **Applied Epic:** Reviewers highlight commission calculation and reconciliation as strengths, with several citing the Applied Recon feature and improved reporting for accounting tasks.

Alternatives

**Applied Epic Alternatives**

 ![AMS360](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/bbb16da3ceba36f13a603bce0de7796b/ams360.svg "AMS360")

[
AMS360
](/products/ams360/reviews)

 ![EZLynx](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/thumb_square/thumb_square_09b4044977e90264fea40d3a76237dcc/ezlynx-ezlynx.png "EZLynx")

[
EZLynx
](/products/ezlynx-ezlynx/reviews)

 ![Jenesis](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/thumb_square/thumb_square_91c1b379a1024b27fd27990c9946f39b/jenesis.png "Jenesis")

[
Jenesis
](/products/jenesis/reviews)

 ![Sagitta](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/bbb16da3ceba36f13a603bce0de7796b/sagitta.svg "Sagitta")

[
Sagitta
](/products/sagitta/reviews)

**QQCatalyst Alternatives**

 ![EZLynx](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/thumb_square/thumb_square_09b4044977e90264fea40d3a76237dcc/ezlynx-ezlynx.png "EZLynx")

[
EZLynx
](/products/ezlynx-ezlynx/reviews)

 ![HawkSoft](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/thumb_square/thumb_square_3fc27e3ccc2460aaad21d1245e20d583/hawksoft.png "HawkSoft")

[
HawkSoft
](/products/hawksoft/reviews)

 ![Jenesis](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/thumb_square/thumb_square_91c1b379a1024b27fd27990c9946f39b/jenesis.png "Jenesis")

[
Jenesis
](/products/jenesis/reviews)

 ![Applied TAM](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/thumb_square/thumb_square_637d6a3179f04c22c82f6327a286b6ad/applied-tam.png "Applied TAM")

[
Applied TAM
](/products/applied-tam/reviews)