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# Compare Diligent Boards vs Board Papers

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> Detailed comparison between Diligent Boards and Board Papers. Check ratings, reviews, pricing, and features to make the best decision for your business.

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## At a Glance

| Metric | Diligent Boards | Board Papers |
| **Overall rating** | 4.7/5 | 5.0/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 339 | 2 |
| **Starting Price** | - | US$3 000,00 |
| **Free Trial** | Yes | Yes |
| **Free Version** | No | No |
| **Deployment** | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Linux (On-Premise), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Windows (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) |
| **Support** | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, 24/7 (Live rep), Chat | Chat |
| **Training** | In Person, Live Online, Webinars, Documentation, Videos | In Person, Live Online, Webinars, Documentation |

## Best for

### Diligent Boards

Board members and executives at public, private and nonprofit organizations looking to digitally transform and integrate governance, risk, audit and compliance functions across the organization.

### Board Papers

Any size organization looking to eliminate the emailing, printing and shipping of meeting materials and provide a great paperless meeting experience for their board and management teams.

## Key features

### Diligent Boards

- AI/Machine Learning
- API
- Access Controls/Permissions
- Approval Process Control
- Calendar Management
- Chat/Messaging
- Collaboration Tools
- Committee Management
- Customizable Reports
- DEI Assessment
- Document Management
- Electronic Signature
- Email Management
- For Nonprofits
- Minutes Management
- Polls/Voting
- Real-Time Reporting
- Reminders
- Surveys & Feedback
- Team Collaboration

### Board Papers

- Access Controls/Permissions
- Approval Process Control
- Calendar Management
- Collaboration Tools
- Document Management
- Electronic Signature
- For Nonprofits
- Minutes Management
- Polls/Voting

## Links

- [View Diligent Boards Profile](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/149069/diligent-boards)
- [View Board Papers Profile](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/151895/board-papers)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.co.za/compare/149069/151895/diligent-boards/vs/board-papers)

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