--- title: "Best Blackbaud CRM Alternatives 2026 | Capterra" description: "Looking for alternatives to Blackbaud CRM? Find out how Blackbaud CRM stacks up against its competitors with real user reviews, pricing information, and what features they offer." source_url: "https://www.capterra.com/p/178085/Blackbaud-CRM/alternatives/" page_type: "alternatives" language: "en" --- # Blackbaud CRM alternatives Last updated on August 26th, 2026 The best Blackbaud CRM alternatives are Donorbox (best overall), NationBuilder (best budget option), and DonorPerfect (most reviewed). Together they hold 2,146 verified Capterra reviews, with overall ratings from 3.8 to 4.8 out of 5. Blackbaud CRM itself holds 3.5 out of 5 across 51 reviews. ### Blackbaud CRM - Rating: 3.5 out of 5 (51 reviews) - Ease of use: 3.1 out of 5 - Starting price: Not available - Key features: 6 of 6 top category features --- ## Top alternatives Blackbaud CRM alternatives compared | Product | Rating difference | Ease of use | Starting price | Key features | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Aplos](https://www.capterra.com/p/118759/Aplos-Accounting/) — 4.5 out of 5 (187 reviews) | Rated 1.0 higher than this product | 4.4 out of 5 | $79.00 /mo | 6 of 6 top category features | | [Sumac](https://www.capterra.com/p/144095/Sumac/) — 4.4 out of 5 (132 reviews) | Rated 0.9 higher than this product | 4.2 out of 5 | $179.00 /mo | 6 of 6 top category features | | [Bloomerang](https://www.capterra.com/p/131207/Bloomerang/) — 4.7 out of 5 (1,287 reviews) | Rated 1.2 higher than this product | 4.6 out of 5 | $125.00 /mo | 6 of 6 top category features | | [DonorPerfect](https://www.capterra.com/p/2698/DonorPerfect-Fundraising-Software/) — 4.5 out of 5 (1,477 reviews) | Rated 1.0 higher than this product | 4.3 out of 5 | $119.00 /mo | 6 of 6 top category features | | [Neon CRM](https://www.capterra.com/p/102088/NeonCRM/) — 4.3 out of 5 (620 reviews) | Rated 0.8 higher than this product | 4.1 out of 5 | $99.00 /mo | 6 of 6 top category features | | [Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT](https://www.capterra.com/p/247647/Blackbaud-Raiser-s-Edge-NXT/) — 4.2 out of 5 (418 reviews) | Rated 0.7 higher than this product | 3.9 out of 5 | Not available | 6 of 6 top category features | | [Keela](https://www.capterra.com/p/154358/Keela/) — 4.3 out of 5 (314 reviews) | Rated 0.8 higher than this product | 4.3 out of 5 | $160.00 /usage/mo | 4 of 6 top category features | | [DonorSnap](https://www.capterra.com/p/97513/DonorSnap/) — 4.6 out of 5 (414 reviews) | Rated 1.1 higher than this product | 4.4 out of 5 | $50.00 /mo | 6 of 6 top category features | | [NationBuilder](https://www.capterra.com/p/130934/NationBuilder/) — 3.8 out of 5 (44 reviews) | Rated 0.3 higher than this product | 3.6 out of 5 | $34.00 /mo | 6 of 6 top category features | | [Donorbox](https://www.capterra.com/p/156860/Donorbox/) — 4.8 out of 5 (625 reviews) | Rated 1.3 higher than this product | 4.8 out of 5 | $150.00 /usage/mo | 6 of 6 top category features | --- ## Top Free alternatives to Blackbaud CRM The best free alternatives to Blackbaud CRM are Aplos, DonorSnap, and NationBuilder — all three offer a free plan alongside paid tiers. ### [Aplos](https://www.capterra.com/p/118759/Aplos-Accounting/) — 4.5 out of 5 (187 reviews) - Free options: Free trial - Starting price: $79.00 /mo ### [DonorSnap](https://www.capterra.com/p/97513/DonorSnap/) — 4.6 out of 5 (414 reviews) - Free options: Free trial - Starting price: $50.00 /mo ### [NationBuilder](https://www.capterra.com/p/130934/NationBuilder/) — 3.8 out of 5 (44 reviews) - Free options: Free trial - Starting price: $34.00 /mo --- ## Top alternatives for SMBs Among reviewers from companies with 1-200 employees, the highest-rated Blackbaud CRM alternatives are Donorbox (4.8), DonorSnap (4.6), and Aplos (4.4). ### [Donorbox](https://www.capterra.com/p/156860/Donorbox/) - 451 SMB reviewers say - Overall rating: 4.8 out of 5 across 451 SMB reviews - Ease of use: 4.8 out of 5 across 451 SMB reviews > "Donorbox’s wide range of payment options and its ability to accept nearly every currency in the world makes it a vital component of our organization’s fundraising as our donors and members are located around the world." — Nicolas R., Secretary-Treasurer (October 21, 2022) ### [DonorSnap](https://www.capterra.com/p/97513/DonorSnap/) - 329 SMB reviewers say - Overall rating: 4.6 out of 5 across 329 SMB reviews - Ease of use: 4.4 out of 5 across 329 SMB reviews > "sensitive content hidden], staff, has been so responsive when I've still had a question and appreciate his service." — Carole R., Donor Relations and Development Manager (May 5, 2026) ### [Aplos](https://www.capterra.com/p/118759/Aplos-Accounting/) - 108 SMB reviewers say - Overall rating: 4.4 out of 5 across 108 SMB reviews - Ease of use: 4.4 out of 5 across 108 SMB reviews > "It works well, but can use some more reporting flexibility" — Rod B., Development Director (December 6, 2023) --- ## Find software for your specific use case ### Nonprofit CRM - [Neon CRM](https://www.capterra.com/p/102088/NeonCRM/) — 4.3 out of 5 (620 reviews) - [Sumac](https://www.capterra.com/p/144095/Sumac/) — 4.4 out of 5 (132 reviews) - [NewOrg](https://www.capterra.com/p/124958/NewOrg-Management-System/) — 4.8 out of 5 (76 reviews) ### Fundraising - [DonorPerfect](https://www.capterra.com/p/2698/DonorPerfect-Fundraising-Software/) — 4.5 out of 5 (1,477 reviews) - [Engaging Networks](https://www.capterra.com/p/124019/Engaging-Networks/) — 4.4 out of 5 (14 reviews) - [Bloomerang](https://www.capterra.com/p/131207/Bloomerang/) — 4.7 out of 5 (1,287 reviews) ### Nonprofit - [CharityTracker](https://www.capterra.com/p/132388/CharityTracker/) — 4.5 out of 5 (1,062 reviews) - [WildApricot](https://www.capterra.com/p/76116/WildApricot/) — 4.4 out of 5 (557 reviews) - [Volgistics](https://www.capterra.com/p/80509/Volgistics-Volunteer-Management/) — 4.6 out of 5 (94 reviews) ### Campaign Management - [Adobe Journey Optimizer](https://www.capterra.com/p/250206/Adobe-Journey-Optimizer/) — 5.0 out of 5 (1 reviews) - [Hibu](https://www.capterra.com/p/207701/Hibu/) — 4.2 out of 5 (106 reviews) - [Marmind](https://www.capterra.com/p/153624/MARMIND/) — 4.3 out of 5 (61 reviews) ---