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ActionItem vs Boardable
Both stand on nonprofit board management software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free trial Web
ActionItem combines meeting preparation, voting records, and assigned-action follow-up for boards. Check the board allowance and post-trial access conditions against your organization’s needs.
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Free trial AndroidiPhoneLinux+3
Boardable combines meeting preparation and decision workflows with mobile access and integrations. Check the seat rules and annual starting price against your organization’s needs.
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| ActionItem | Boardable | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | A free trial | A free trial |
| Open source | Not published | No |
| Runs on | Web | Android, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | ActionItem: C$29 a month | Essentials: $20.99 a month |
| Plans published | 3 | 3 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | actionitem.ca | boardable.com |
| On nonprofit board management software | #14 of 32 | #10 of 32 |
ActionItem: what it does well
- Supports three parliamentary rules.
- Members get due dates and email reminders.
- Includes a searchable decision register.
- Trial does not require a credit card.
What to know first
- No free plan is listed.
- Board and meeting access pauses after trial until subscription.
- Custom pricing is required for more than five boards with dedicated support and SLA.
Boardable: what it does well
- Timed agendas can include attachments.
- Shareable board packets can be generated from agendas.
- Tracks motions, polls, votes, and minutes.
- Offers selectable US, Canada, or EU data residency.
What to know first
- No free plan is listed.
- Starts at $20.99/user/mo, billed annually.
- Organization admins and observers count as user seats.
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