Compare Bonterra to Bloomerang
Top reasons why nonprofits choose Bloomerang over Bonterra.
Our team knows what it takes to fundraise effectively.
The Bloomerang team is comprised of fundraising industry veterans who have been (and still are!) deeply involved in nonprofit work, just like you. And they’re here because they want to ensure nonprofits are set up to make a real difference. So if you need a team that just gets you, you’re in the right place.
Reliable onboarding and support take the stress out of switching.
Your Bloomerang team is here to support you from day one. From transferring your data securely and promptly to getting you comfortable with your new database, our team will guide you through every step of the process. Looking for a little extra support? No problem! Our Coaching Services can assist you with a personal touch.
Our platform is simple for anyone to learn and use.
You don’t need complex bells and whistles to get great results. Bloomerang is intuitive and accessible for everyone, regardless of technical expertise.
How Bloomerang stacks up against Bonterra
Based on G2 Crowd reviews
859 Reviews
Bonterra
276 Reviews
Ease of Use
9.2
7.5
Ease of Admin
9.2
7.6
Quality of Support
9.5
7.6
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.4
7.9
Reporting
9.0
7.8
Interaction Tracking
9.1
8.1
Data Entry
8.8
8.2
Donor Communications
8.8
8.0
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Previously using Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge for donor management, Always Home faced significant challenges, including difficulty accessing reliable data, time-consuming reporting, and cumbersome workflows. Bloomerang’s Giving Platform provided a seamless and user-friendly solution.
What makes Bloomerang the best Bonterra alternative?
See why nonprofits like yours are using Bloomerang as an alternative to Bonterra.
Feature Comparison
Bonterra
Easy for anyone to learn and use.
Bloomerang’s user-friendly features, including a modern dashboard, intuitive constituent profiles, and drag-and-drop reporting, make it easy for anyone to use without extensive training or technical expertise. Bloomerang is consistently listed toward the top of G2’s list of easiest-to-use nonprofit software. Bonterra, on the other hand, is toward the bottom of the list.
Bonterra
Responsive, reliable support.
Bloomerang offers support you can count on to resolve every question and concern with lightning-fast response time. Alternatively, some former Bonterra customers reported minimal support and implementation training were available.
Bonterra
Donor management and fundraising focused.
Powerful features and educational resources that help organizations build strong, lasting relationships with their donors that lead to higher donations.
Bonterra
Simple, robust drag & drop reporting.
Use Bloomerang’s intuitive drag-and-drop reporting capabilities to create unlimited custom reports—no technical expertise, programming skills, or special requests required. In a head-to-head comparison, Bloomerang outranks Bonterra on both fundraising and donor management reporting. Some G2 reviewers noted that Bonterra’s reporting can be clunky and overly complex.
Bonterra
Built-in wealth insights at no additional cost.
Bloomerang’s close partnership with DonorSearch gives users access to built-in wealth screening solutions that identify donors with the capacity and willingness to give generously.
Bonterra
Nightly data stewardship updates at no additional cost.
Individual constituents with US addresses are automatically updated every night with NCOA information through our partnership with TrueGivers.
Bonterra
Mobile app for iOS and Android.
Bloomerang’s mobile app empowers nonprofit professionals to get things done while on the go, whether updating donor profiles between meetings or processing credit card or cash donations. Bonterra doesn’t currently have a mobile app for fundraising or donor management.
Bonterra
Stable, transparent pricing.
Bloomerang offers transparent pricing and no hidden fees. We offer our pricing options directly on our website. Plus, we won’t surprise you with unexpected price increases after you’ve signed up. Meanwhile, Bonterra’s pricing is more opaque, and you have to reach out for a quote.
Bonterra
One platform, endless connections.
The Bloomerang Giving Platform offers a comprehensive fundraising, CRM, and volunteer solution, combining powerful fundraising features with advanced constituent management to drive better outcomes. Gain even deeper insights by integrating Bloomerang with your favorite tools. Easily connect with Mailchimp, Constant Contact, QuickBooks, DonorSearch, and more for a smooth and streamlined experience.
World-class support, always.
The Bloomerang’s support team is here when you need them. And the best part is that you can contact them via chat and phone for free.
A few years ago, one wonderful customer described the Bloomerang Customer Support Team as “both helpful and human”, and the Bloomerang team has taken that motto to heart. Whether you have a question about using Bloomerang or want to know how you can efficiently accomplish more tasks that move your mission forward, the support team will work with you until all your questions are answered.
See what fundraisers like you have to say about our world-class support.
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“The best part, though, is the support team. They are quick to respond and provide setup advice that is tailored to the client. I’ve never had an unanswered question.” Alicia H.
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“Even better, their support is second to none. Any question is addressed thoughtfully and quickly. And, every single person I have interacted with has been friendly.” Michelle G.
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“Bloomerang’s support features are unmatched among peer service providers. I advice all of my clients to use the chat support feature; the support representatives are prompt and knowledgeable.” Adam L.
Top fundraising consultants recommend Bloomerang.
Questions you may have before making a decision.
