Compare Submittable and Zealous
Featured Products
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (70.3% of reviews)
Small-Business (93.3% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Contact Us
$0.00 20 Submissions Per Year
Submittable
Star Rating
(168)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (70.3% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
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Zealous
Star Rating
(16)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (93.3% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
$0.00 20 Submissions Per Year
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Summary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Submittable excels in providing a comprehensive scholarship management experience, with users highlighting its customization features that allow for tailored workflows and efficient project launches. This flexibility is particularly appreciated by small businesses looking for an adaptable solution.
- Users say that Zealous stands out for its exceptional customer service, which many reviewers describe as a key differentiator. The platform's support is noted as being "always on," making it a reliable choice for organizations that value ongoing assistance.
- Reviewers mention that Submittable's user experience is highly rated, with features that facilitate efficient communication and collaboration among applicants, reviewers, and administrators. This has led to improved administrative workflows, making it easier for teams to manage submissions effectively.
- According to verified reviews, Zealous offers a user-friendly back-end that simplifies the management of competition entries and scoring. Users appreciate having everything in one place, which streamlines the process and enhances overall usability.
- G2 reviewers highlight that while Submittable has a higher overall satisfaction score, Zealous has a slightly better rating for ease of administration. Users find Zealous's platform straightforward, which can be beneficial for teams looking for a less complex setup.
- Users report that Submittable's implementation process is quick and intuitive, with many praising its data access for reporting. This capability allows organizations to easily track and analyze their projects, a feature that is crucial for effective grant and scholarship management.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Submittable
Corporate Social Responsibility Platform
Contact Us
Engage employees with a culture of philanthropy.
- Employee giving
- Employee resource groups
- Impact reporting
Zealous
Free
$0.00
20 Submissions Per Year
Try Zealous for fr
ee for 20 entries, upgrade when you’re ready.
- Up to 20 submissions
- Unlimited draft entries, file storage, judges & categories
- Branded webpage
Free Trial
Submittable
No trial information availableZealous
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.6
122
9.5
7
Ease of Use
8.9
122
8.3
7
Ease of Setup
8.7
97
8.7
5
Ease of Admin
8.8
97
9.0
5
Quality of Support
9.2
117
10.0
7
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.1
91
10.0
5
Product Direction (% positive)
8.4
111
8.3
7
Features by Category
Functionality
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
8.7
13
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
6.3
5
Not enough data
Data Management
7.3
10
Not enough data
6.5
8
Not enough data
8.3
7
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Admissions and Enrollment Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Basics
9.3
9
Not enough data
10.0
6
Not enough data
9.8
10
Not enough data
Data
10.0
6
Not enough data
9.3
7
Not enough data
Additional Functionality
9.6
8
Not enough data
8.9
9
Not enough data
Basics
8.6
7
Not enough data
8.7
5
Not enough data
8.3
5
Not enough data
Content
Not enough data
Not enough data
Data
8.9
6
Not enough data
7.5
6
Not enough data
Additional Functionality
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Application Collection
9.3
15
Not enough data
9.3
14
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
9.3
14
Not enough data
Application Review
8.9
12
Not enough data
8.7
13
Not enough data
9.0
13
Not enough data
8.6
12
Not enough data
8.9
12
Not enough data
Administration and Integrations
8.1
13
Not enough data
8.1
14
Not enough data
6.2
7
Not enough data
Proposal Management
8.8
41
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.4
43
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
38
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.7
44
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
32
Feature Not Available
Fund Tracking
8.0
20
Feature Not Available
8.0
27
|
Verified
Feature Not Available
8.1
33
Not enough data
Impact & Outcomes
8.3
26
Feature Not Available
7.1
31
Not enough data
7.2
33
Not enough data
7.7
28
Feature Not Available
Grant Prospecting
7.7
17
Feature Not Available
8.7
28
Not enough data
Compliance
8.2
34
|
Verified
Feature Not Available
7.7
17
Feature Not Available
Integrations
7.6
19
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Submission Management
9.0
16
Not enough data
7.1
11
Not enough data
7.9
13
Not enough data
8.9
15
Not enough data
Judging Management
8.5
14
Not enough data
8.0
14
Not enough data
8.8
15
Not enough data
8.8
14
Not enough data
Awards Administration
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
8.8
15
Not enough data
6.2
11
Not enough data
7.4
15
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Submittable and Zealous are categorized as Scholarship Management, Awards Management, and Grant Management
Unique Categories
Submittable is categorized as Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), Admissions and Enrollment Management, and Corporate Volunteering Platform
Zealous has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Submittable
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Zealous
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
26.1%
Higher Education
9.1%
Philanthropy
8.5%
Education Management
8.5%
Government Administration
6.1%
Other
41.8%
Fine Art
33.3%
Non-Profit Organization Management
20.0%
Arts and Crafts
13.3%
Sports
6.7%
Media Production
6.7%
Other
20.0%
Alternatives
Discussions
Is Submittable easy to use?
1 Comment
Official Response from Submittable
Yes, Submittable is considered very easy to use for all members of the grant management process including applicants, reviewers, and administrators. Features...Read more
What kind of reporting does Submittable offer?
1 Comment
Official Response from Submittable
Submittable offers an in-app business intelligence suite, so customers can access all of their data and pre-built dashboards within their centralized grant...Read more
What is technical support like at Submittable?
1 Comment
Official Response from Submittable
Technical support at Submittable is friendly and fast, and is often a top reason customers cite for loving the platform. On average in 2026, over 80 percent...Read more
Zealous has no discussions with answers
