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# Compare OnBoard vs Surfboard

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> Detailed comparison between OnBoard and Surfboard. Check ratings, reviews, pricing, and features to make the best decision for your business.

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## At a Glance

| Metric | OnBoard | Surfboard |
| **Overall rating** | 4.7/5 | 5.0/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 1055 | 1 |
| **Starting Price** | - | US$149,00 |
| **Free Trial** | Yes | Yes |
| **Free Version** | No | No |
| **Deployment** | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Linux (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Linux (On-Premise), Chromebook (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Linux (Desktop), Chromebook (Desktop) |
| **Support** | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, 24/7 (Live rep), Chat | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, 24/7 (Live rep), Chat |
| **Training** | In Person, Live Online, Webinars, Documentation, Videos | In Person, Live Online, Webinars, Documentation, Videos |

## Best for

### OnBoard

Board of directors, board administrators, executive administrators, C-level executives (CEO, President, CFO, CIO/CTO, COO, CMO), IT leaders, Corporate Secretaries, General Counsels.

### Surfboard

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## Key features

### OnBoard

- Access Controls/Permissions
- Activity Dashboard
- Approval Process Control
- Attendance Management
- Blogs
- Collaboration Tools
- Customizable Templates
- Document Management
- Document Templates
- Electronic Signature
- Encryption
- Event Scheduling
- For Nonprofits
- Meeting Management
- Meeting Notes
- Minutes Management
- Polls/Voting
- Single Sign On
- Surveys & Feedback
- Third-Party Integrations

### Surfboard

- Access Controls/Permissions
- Activity Dashboard
- Approval Process Control
- Attendance Management
- Collaboration Tools
- Customizable Templates
- Document Management
- Electronic Signature
- Event Scheduling
- For Nonprofits
- Meeting Management
- Meeting Notes
- Minutes Management
- Polls/Voting
- Single Sign On
- Surveys & Feedback
- Third-Party Integrations

## Links

- [View OnBoard Profile](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/179015/onboard-board-portal)
- [View Surfboard Profile](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/1050877/surfboard)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.co.za/compare/179015/1050877/onboard-board-portal/vs/surfboard)

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