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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (62.5% of reviews)
Small-Business (70.6% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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OpenWater Application and Review Cloud
Star Rating
(128)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (62.5% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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Star Rating
(167)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (70.6% of reviews)
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Entry-Level Pricing
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Submittable excels in overall user satisfaction, boasting a significantly higher G2 Score compared to OpenWater Application and Review Cloud. Users appreciate its customization features and the ability to manage submissions and reviews all in one portal, enhancing the experience for applicants and administrators alike.
- According to verified reviews, Submittable's ease of use is a standout feature, with users highlighting its intuitive interface that simplifies project creation and launch. In contrast, while OpenWater is also noted for its ease of navigation, it does not match the same level of user satisfaction as Submittable.
- Reviewers mention that Submittable provides excellent support, with a high quality of assistance reported. Users have praised the platform for its efficient communication and collaboration, which contributes to improved administrative workflows. OpenWater, while also receiving positive feedback for its support, does not reach the same level of acclaim.
- Users say that Submittable's reporting capabilities are robust, allowing for easy access to data that aids in decision-making. This feature is particularly appreciated by those managing scholarships and grants, whereas OpenWater's reporting functions, while useful, do not offer the same depth of user satisfaction.
- Reviewers highlight that Submittable's application tracking and review tools are highly effective, with users noting the seamless integration of scoring and reviewer management. OpenWater does provide similar features, but users feel that Submittable's tools are more user-friendly and efficient.
- According to recent feedback, OpenWater shines in its judging process, which allows for extensive collaboration among experts. However, this feature does not compensate for the overall lower satisfaction ratings compared to Submittable, which continues to be favored for its comprehensive and user-centric approach.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
OpenWater Application and Review Cloud
No pricing availableSubmittable
Corporate Social Responsibility Platform
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Engage employees with a culture of philanthropy.
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OpenWater Application and Review Cloud
No trial information availableSubmittable
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
9.1
112
8.6
121
Ease of Use
8.3
113
8.9
121
Ease of Setup
8.1
102
8.7
96
Ease of Admin
8.5
102
8.8
96
Quality of Support
9.7
111
9.2
116
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.4
98
9.1
90
Product Direction (% positive)
8.8
111
8.4
110
Features by Category
Functionality
Not enough data
6.7
10
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.0
5
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.8
6
Not enough data
8.6
12
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
6.3
5
Data Management
Not enough data
7.3
10
Not enough data
6.5
8
Not enough data
8.3
7
Agentic AI - Admissions and Enrollment Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Basics
Not enough data
9.3
9
Not enough data
10.0
6
Not enough data
9.8
10
Data
Not enough data
10.0
6
Not enough data
9.3
7
Additional Functionality
Not enough data
9.6
8
Not enough data
8.9
9
Basics
Not enough data
8.6
7
Not enough data
8.7
5
Not enough data
8.3
5
Content
Not enough data
Not enough data
Data
Not enough data
8.9
6
Not enough data
7.5
6
Additional Functionality
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Application Collection
9.0
21
9.3
15
9.0
21
9.3
14
6.2
17
Feature Not Available
8.6
20
9.3
14
Application Review
8.5
20
8.9
12
8.3
20
8.7
13
8.2
20
9.0
13
8.5
20
8.6
12
7.0
18
8.9
12
Administration and Integrations
7.4
21
8.1
13
8.0
21
8.1
14
7.6
18
6.2
7
Proposal Management
7.8
13
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Verified
8.8
41
|
Verified
8.1
13
|
Verified
8.4
43
|
Verified
8.2
12
|
Verified
8.8
38
|
Verified
8.7
13
|
Verified
8.7
44
|
Verified
8.0
11
|
Verified
8.7
31
Fund Tracking
6.3
8
|
Verified
8.0
20
6.1
9
|
Verified
8.0
27
|
Verified
7.3
11
|
Verified
8.2
32
Impact & Outcomes
8.1
9
|
Verified
8.3
26
Feature Not Available
7.1
31
7.3
10
|
Verified
7.2
32
7.7
11
|
Verified
7.7
28
Grant Prospecting
5.6
6
|
Verified
7.7
17
7.4
9
|
Verified
8.7
28
Compliance
7.9
8
|
Verified
8.2
34
|
Verified
7.5
6
|
Verified
7.7
17
Integrations
3.3
5
7.6
19
4.7
6
|
Verified
Feature Not Available
Submission Management
8.3
41
9.0
16
7.1
38
7.1
11
7.7
42
7.9
13
8.7
43
8.9
15
Judging Management
8.5
44
8.5
14
8.0
44
8.0
14
8.8
44
8.8
15
8.0
44
8.8
14
Awards Administration
7.7
39
Feature Not Available
7.7
41
8.8
15
7.7
38
6.2
11
7.7
42
7.4
15
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
OpenWater Application and Review Cloud and Submittable are categorized as Awards Management, Grant Management, and Scholarship Management
Unique Categories
OpenWater Application and Review Cloud has no unique categories
Submittable is categorized as Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), Admissions and Enrollment Management, and Corporate Volunteering Platform
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
OpenWater Application and Review Cloud
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Submittable
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
37.8%
Education Management
9.4%
Marketing and Advertising
5.5%
Higher Education
4.7%
Media Production
3.9%
Other
38.6%
Non-Profit Organization Management
26.8%
Higher Education
9.1%
Philanthropy
8.5%
Education Management
7.9%
Government Administration
6.1%
Other
41.5%
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Discussions
OpenWater Application and Review Cloud has no discussions with answers
What is submission management software?
1 Comment
Official Response from Submittable
Submission management software allows a company or organization to accept digital applications, files, or images via a web-based form. Without having to rely...Read more
Do I have to install Submittable?
1 Comment
Official Response from Submittable
No. Submittable is a cloud-based platform, meaning you and your team can access it from any computer with internet access.Read more
How much does Submittable cost?
1 Comment
Official Response from Submittable
Submittable has a flexible pricing structure that adjusts based on the number of applications you anticipate receiving, the number of team members who need...Read more
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