ActBlue vs. NationBuilder

Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
ActBlue
Score 8.6 out of 10
N/A
N/AN/A
NationBuilder
Score 7.7 out of 10
N/A
NationBuilder is a content management software offering from NationBuilder.
$35
per month
Pricing
ActBlueNationBuilder
Editions & Modules
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Starter
$35.00
per month
Pro
$159.00
per month
Offerings
Pricing Offerings
ActBlueNationBuilder
Free Trial
NoNo
Free/Freemium Version
NoNo
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
NoNo
Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
Additional Details
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Community Pulse
ActBlueNationBuilder
Features
ActBlueNationBuilder
Communications and Marketing
Comparison of Communications and Marketing features of Product A and Product B
ActBlue
9.7
1 Ratings
39% above category average
NationBuilder
-
Ratings
Constituent engagement and marketing10.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Social listening9.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Digital advocacy enablement10.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Reporting and Analytics
Comparison of Reporting and Analytics features of Product A and Product B
ActBlue
8.5
1 Ratings
28% above category average
NationBuilder
-
Ratings
Reporting and data visualization10.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Wealth screening7.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Fundraising and Events
Comparison of Fundraising and Events features of Product A and Product B
ActBlue
9.0
1 Ratings
40% above category average
NationBuilder
-
Ratings
Online donation options10.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Event registration and ticketing10.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Text and phone donations8.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Volunteer shift management8.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Mobile event check-in9.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Security and Platform
Comparison of Security and Platform features of Product A and Product B
ActBlue
9.3
1 Ratings
29% above category average
NationBuilder
-
Ratings
Role-based user permissions10.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Mobile access10.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Integrations8.01 Ratings00 Ratings
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User Ratings
ActBlueNationBuilder
Likelihood to Recommend
9.0
(1 ratings)
7.2
(5 ratings)
Usability
9.0
(1 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
User Testimonials
ActBlueNationBuilder
Likelihood to Recommend
ActBlue
i think it’s good for any democrat campaign. I honestly can’t think of a reason that a campaign would try to make its own version of this software rather than ActBlue. There’s so much customization and adaptability where it just makes sense. I’m not sure if PACs use it but because they’re so check heavy maybe it makes less sense for them
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NationBuilder
If you are managing a nonprofit agency, advocacy group, or political campaign, NationBuilder is likely the best tool available for the job. It has everything you need in one package, excellent support from NationBuilder reps, and plenty of reputable case studies that show its effectiveness. There is also a robust network of capable partners that build custom solutions and provide consulting.
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Pros
ActBlue
  • user interface
  • data visualization
  • contribution search
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NationBuilder
  • Great platform for managing website, social media, and donations in a single dashboard.
  • Some particularly helpful features includes turf maps for walking door to door.
  • I really appreciate the included voter files.
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Cons
ActBlue
  • i want to add checks to it
  • website is down from time to time
  • in sight graphic design
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NationBuilder
  • NationBuilder lacks the ability to create a message board.
  • NationBuilder needs to add threaded comments so you can respond to people who comment on your page.
  • NationBuilder needs to make it easier to offer tiered memberships.
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Usability
ActBlue
It has a very intuitive user interface. When i am trying to make an event, it lays out in all the editing tabs exactly what i need to make it look good and does so much for me on the back end. I will say that soemtimes the more complicated stuff is tougher to understand right away
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NationBuilder
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Alternatives Considered
ActBlue
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NationBuilder
I'm not sure. I was not involved at this stage of the decision-making process
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Return on Investment
ActBlue
  • increased contributions
  • increased flexibility
  • more data understanding
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NationBuilder
  • The NationBuilder ecosystem is a well-connected, supportive bunch and it has been great to be a part of that
  • Most inquiring clients are already aware of NationBuilder's benefits and know what they want to accomplish. This saves time during the on-boarding process
  • NationBuilder's sales team is undereducated about the platform and I have received feedback from clients that they are sharks/difficult to work with. This is a big problem and I have lost business from it
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