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Compare Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT and CiviCRM 
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (49.8% of reviews)
Small-Business (88.1% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Open Source License
Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT
Star Rating
(602)3.9 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (49.8% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXTCiviCRM
Star Rating
(84)3.9 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (88.1% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
Open Source License
Learn more about CiviCRMSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT excels in user experience, particularly with its one-page user interface that presents information clearly. This design is appreciated for its ability to declutter custom fields, making it easier for users to find grouped information quickly.
- Users say CiviCRM stands out for its customizability and flexibility, allowing organizations to scale their database size and user base without incurring additional costs. This is particularly beneficial for larger organizations, as highlighted by users managing over a million records.
- Reviewers mention that Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT offers strong integration capabilities, enabling users to track the effectiveness of their fundraising appeals. This feature is particularly attractive for front-line fundraisers who need to assess their outreach efforts effectively.
- According to verified reviews, CiviCRM is praised for its open-source nature, which allows for significant customization and control over the platform. Users appreciate the support from the CiviCRM community, which can assist in tailoring the software to specific needs.
- G2 reviewers highlight that Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT has a more streamlined setup process, with a user-friendly Web View that enhances the overall experience for fundraisers. This ease of use is a significant advantage for organizations looking to onboard new users quickly.
- Users report that while CiviCRM offers robust features for donor communications and data entry, it may require more technical expertise to fully leverage its capabilities compared to Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT, which is designed to be more intuitive for everyday users.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT
No pricing availableFree Trial
Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT
No trial information availableCiviCRM
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
7.8
443
7.8
40
Ease of Use
7.5
523
6.8
39
Ease of Setup
7.2
266
5.9
29
Ease of Admin
7.5
211
7.1
30
Quality of Support
7.5
418
7.0
35
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
7.6
205
7.8
29
Product Direction (% positive)
7.1
443
8.0
41
Features by Category
Administration
7.3
146
Not enough data
7.6
141
Not enough data
6.3
139
Not enough data
8.2
147
Not enough data
Fundraising
7.4
135
Not enough data
6.6
122
Not enough data
6.0
125
Not enough data
7.1
136
Not enough data
5.4
111
Not enough data
6.9
127
Not enough data
Marketing
5.7
125
Not enough data
5.6
118
Not enough data
Administration
7.6
147
Not enough data
8.1
145
Not enough data
7.3
144
Not enough data
6.0
128
Not enough data
6.5
137
Not enough data
Donor Management
7.1
132
Not enough data
7.2
136
Not enough data
6.9
129
Not enough data
6.6
134
Not enough data
Interoperability
6.6
128
Not enough data
8.1
139
Not enough data
7.0
129
Not enough data
Constituent Management
7.9
106
|
Verified
8.8
11
|
Verified
5.9
92
8.0
10
|
Verified
6.2
96
|
Verified
8.5
9
|
Verified
Marketing Automation
5.7
96
|
Verified
8.3
11
|
Verified
5.8
88
|
Verified
6.7
5
|
Verified
6.5
92
|
Verified
7.9
8
|
Verified
5.6
85
|
Verified
6.7
5
|
Verified
Workflow Automation
6.2
94
|
Verified
7.3
8
|
Verified
7.0
103
|
Verified
8.5
11
|
Verified
5.8
89
|
Verified
6.7
5
|
Verified
Reporting & Analytics
6.6
100
|
Verified
7.9
7
|
Verified
6.7
100
|
Verified
7.7
8
|
Verified
5.8
92
|
Verified
8.1
7
|
Verified
Integrations
5.7
79
7.0
5
|
Verified
7.1
98
|
Verified
8.3
8
|
Verified
5.7
80
Not enough data
4.6
72
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Nonprofit CRM
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT and CiviCRM are categorized as Nonprofit CRM
Unique Categories
Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT is categorized as Nonprofit Payment Gateway, Donor Prospect Research, Donor Management, and Fundraising
CiviCRM has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
CiviCRM
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
33.6%
Higher Education
20.0%
Hospital & Health Care
7.8%
Fund-Raising
6.8%
Education Management
6.2%
Other
25.5%
Non-Profit Organization Management
28.6%
Public Relations and Communications
6.1%
International Affairs
6.1%
Information Technology and Services
6.1%
Health, Wellness and Fitness
6.1%
Other
46.9%
Alternatives
Discussions
What is the difference between Raiser's Edge and Raiser's Edge NXT?
2 Comments
LG
Raiser's Edge is no longer a supported product by Blackbaud. Raiser's Edge NXT is an updated suite of products sold by Blackbaud. The combination can vary...Read more
How can i better collect data through RE NXT?
2 Comments
DD
Hi Katelyn,
I'm Dominick, a research analyst overseeing our nonprofit categories here at G2. Great question! I used to work in fundraising and understand...Read more
What is Raiser's Edge NXT?
1 Comment
TS
It's a database software for non-profit organizations to track donors and donor informationRead more
Do any of the reviewers of CiviCRM have integration with an ERP or Accounting solution (Quickbooks, Sage, Dynamics, etc.)?
2 Comments
JM
CiviCRM comes with integration with QuickBooks via .iif (Intuit Interchange Format) files. Bookkeeping transactions can also be exported as .csv files and...Read more
Are there any courses available to help non-current-users become more familiar with the system?
1 Comment
JM
There are online classes offered through CIVICRM.orgRead more
CiviCRM has no more discussions with answers
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