Performance management Category leader
15Five
Performance reviews, check-ins and manager coaching for growing teams
Key features
- Review cycles
- 360-degree feedback
- Goals and OKRs
- Continuous feedback
- One-on-one meeting agendas
- Rating calibration
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Password manager Category leader
1Password
Password manager for teams with shared vaults, SSO and developer tools
Key features
- Shared vaults
- Admin policy controls
- Directory and SSO integration
- Breach and weak-password alerts
- Passkey support
Gym and fitness studio management Rising
1club
AI-native management software for gyms, studios and sports clubs
Key features
- Membership billing
- Class scheduling
- Member check-in
- Branded member app
- Lead management
Employee scheduling Category leader
7shifts
Scheduling, time clocking and payroll built for restaurants
Key features
- Shift swap and cover requests
- Availability and time-off requests
- Labour cost forecasting
Online whiteboard
AFFiNE
Open-source workspace with docs and an edgeless whiteboard
Key features
- Real-time co-editing
- Template library
- Diagram shapes
- Presentation mode
Backend as a service Category leader
AWS Amplify
Fullstack TypeScript backend and hosting on AWS
Key features
- Managed database
- User authentication
- File storage
- Serverless functions
- Realtime sync
Professional services automation Category leader
Accelo
PSA for client work, resourcing and project profitability
Key features
- Project and task delivery
- Time and expense tracking
- Billing and invoicing
- Utilization reporting
- Project profitability
- Retainer and fixed-fee billing
Backup & disaster recovery Category leader
Acronis Cyber Protect
Backup, disaster recovery and endpoint security in one platform
Key features
- Automated scheduled backups
- Immutable backups
- Bare-metal restore
- SaaS app backup
- Backup verification
- Granular recovery
Marketing automation Category leader
ActiveCampaign
Email and multi-channel marketing automation with built-in CRM
Key features
- Visual workflow builder
- Lead scoring
- Behavioral triggers
- CRM integration
Workflow automation Rising
Activepieces
Open-source flows and AI agents across 760+ apps
Key features
- Prebuilt app connectors
- Branching logic
- Webhooks and HTTP requests
- Error handling and retries
Appointment scheduling Category leader
Acuity Scheduling
Online appointment booking for service businesses, by Squarespace
Key features
- Calendar sync
- Booking page
- Automated reminders
- Team scheduling
- Payment at booking
ERP for small and mid-size business Category leader
Acumatica
Cloud ERP for financials, distribution, manufacturing and projects
Key features
- Integrated financials
- Order management
- Inventory and purchasing
- Modular pricing
Chatbot software Category leader
Ada
AI customer service agent for voice, messaging and email
Budgeting and forecasting Category leader
Adaptive Planning
AI-driven financial, workforce and operational planning from Workday
Key features
- Scenario modelling
- Driver-based planning
E-signature Category leader
Adobe Acrobat Sign
E-signatures built into Acrobat, from small teams to enterprise
Key features
- Reusable templates
- Audit trail certificate
- Bulk send
- Signer identity verification
Graphic design Category leader
Adobe Express
Adobe's template-based design editor for social, video and print
Key features
- Template library
- Brand kit
- Team collaboration
- Stock assets included
Photo editing Category leader
Adobe Lightroom
Cloud-based photo editing and organizing on desktop, web and mobile
Photo editing Category leader
Adobe Photoshop
Layer-based image editor with generative AI tools
Key features
- Layer-based editing
- Retouching tools
- AI generative editing
- Non-destructive editing
Video editing Category leader
Adobe Premiere Pro
Professional video editing with AI tools and Frame.io review
Key features
- Automatic captions
- Text-based editing
- Effects and transitions
- Audio editing
Medical practice management and EHR Category leader
AdvancedMD
Cloud EHR, practice management and billing for independent practices
Key features
- Electronic health records
- Appointment scheduling
- Medical billing and claims
- E-prescribing
- Patient portal
- Telehealth
Graphic design Category leader
Affinity
Free pro design app for vector, photo and page layout work
Key features
- Vector editing
Backup & disaster recovery Rising
Afi
Backup for Google Workspace, Microsoft 365 and cloud workloads
Key features
- Automated scheduled backups
- Immutable backups
- SaaS app backup
- Granular recovery
SEO software Category leader
Ahrefs
SEO toolset for backlinks, keywords, site audits and rank tracking
Key features
- Keyword research
- Site audit
- Rank tracking
- Backlink analysis
- Competitor analysis
Digital asset management Rising
Air
AI agent that organizes, reviews and scales creative work
Key features
- Central asset library
- Version control
Data integration (ETL / ELT) Category leader
Airbyte
Open-source data movement platform with 700+ connectors
Key features
- Prebuilt connectors
- Warehouse destinations
Online database Category leader
Airtable
Spreadsheet-style databases with views and automations
Key features
- Linked records
- Multiple views
- Rich field types
- Formulas and rollups
- Entry forms
- Field-level permissions
Data catalog & governance Category leader
Alation
Data catalog with lineage, search and trust flags for analytics teams
Key features
- Automated data discovery
- Column-level lineage
- Data quality monitoring
- Business glossary
- Data search
Business phone system Rising
Allo
Mobile-first business phone with AI call summaries and receptionist
Key features
- Auto attendant
- Ring groups and forwarding
- Voicemail transcription
- Business texting
- Softphone apps
- Number porting
Sales intelligence Rising
Amplemarket
AI sales platform combining lead data, signals and outreach
Key features
- B2B contact database
- Email finder and verification
- Intent signals
- CRM data enrichment
Product analytics Category leader
Amplitude
Product analytics with replay, experiments and guides in one platform
Key features
- Event tracking
- Funnel analysis
- Retention and cohorts
- Session replay
- Autocapture
- Behavioral segmentation
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Budgeting and forecasting Category leader
Anaplan
Connected planning platform for large-enterprise finance teams
Key features
- Scenario modelling
- Driver-based planning
- Multi-entity consolidation
Remote access & support Category leader
AnyDesk
Remote desktop software for individuals, teams and enterprises
Key features
- Unattended access
API development & testing Rising
Apidog
API design, debugging, testing, mocking and docs in one app
Key features
- Request builder
- Automated API tests
- OpenAPI design
- Mock servers
- Shared collections
- Generated documentation
Sales intelligence Category leader
Apollo.io
Contact database with built-in outreach sequences and enrichment
Key features
- B2B contact database
- Email finder and verification
- Intent signals
- Browser extension
Documents & knowledge base Rising
AppFlowy
Open-source AI workspace you can self-host
Key features
- Real-time collaborative editing
- Page permissions
- Version history
Property management Category leader
AppFolio
Property management software for residential portfolios
Key features
- Online rent collection
- Tenant screening
- Lease management
- Maintenance requests
- Property accounting
- Listings and syndication
Internal tool builder Category leader
Appsmith
Open-source low-code platform for admin panels and internal tools
Key features
- Drag-and-drop UI builder
- Database connectors
- API connectors
- Custom code support
- Roles and permissions
- Cloud or self-hosted deployment
Backend as a service Category leader
Appwrite
Open-source backend with auth, databases, storage, functions and hosting
Key features
- Managed database
- User authentication
- File storage
- Serverless functions
- Realtime sync
Dental practice management Rising
Archy
Cloud dental practice software with AI scribe and voice perio
Key features
- Dental charting
- Treatment planning
- Insurance claims
- Imaging integration
- Appointment book
- Periodontal charting
Gym and fitness studio management Rising
Arketa
The studio platform built by studio owners
Key features
- Membership billing
- Class scheduling
- Member check-in
- Branded member app
- Lead management
- Access control
Project management Category leader
Asana
Work management for tracking tasks, projects and goals
Key features
- Gantt / timeline
- Task dependencies
- Board (Kanban) view
- Project templates
- Workload view
- Custom fields
Applicant tracking
Ashby
All-in-one recruiting platform: ATS, CRM, scheduling and analytics
Key features
- Job multiposting
- Careers page builder
- Interview scheduling
- Offer management
Asset tracking Category leader
Asset Panda
Configurable asset tracking, audits and lifecycle records
Key features
- Barcode and QR tagging
- Check-in and check-out
- Location tracking
- Maintenance schedules
- Custom asset fields
- Audit and verification
Remote monitoring & management (RMM) Category leader
Atera
RMM with built-in remote access, patching and scripting, priced per technician
Key features
- Device monitoring and alerts
- Patch management
- Automation and scripting
- Remote control
Data catalog & governance Category leader
Atlan
Active metadata catalog with lineage and governance for data teams
Key features
- Automated data discovery
- Column-level lineage
- Business glossary
- Access policies
- Data search
IT help desk / ITSM Rising
Atomicwork
Agentic ITSM with AI coworkers for IT support
Key features
- Approval workflows
SMS marketing Category leader
Attentive
SMS, email, RCS and push marketing for retail brands
Key features
- Two-way messaging
- Automated SMS flows
- Subscriber segmentation
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CRM
Attio
Customizable CRM built around your own data model
Key features
- Deal pipeline
- Contact and company records
- Email integration
- Workflow automation
- Sales reporting
- Mobile app
Auto repair shop management Rising
AutoLeap
Auto repair shop software with repair orders and inspections
Key features
- Estimates and repair orders
- Digital vehicle inspections
- Parts ordering
- Labor guides
- Customer communication
Sales tax automation Category leader
Avalara
Sales, use and VAT tax calculation, filing and exemption certificates
Key features
- Real-time tax calculation
- Nexus monitoring
- Automated return filing
- Registration support
- Exemption certificate management
- Product taxability mapping
Accounts payable automation Category leader
AvidXchange
AP automation with a managed supplier payment network
Key features
- Invoice data capture
- Three-way matching
- Approval routing
Invoicing Rising
Aviy
AI invoicing from plain-text descriptions
Key features
- Recurring invoices
- Online payment links
- Automated payment reminders
- Estimates and quotes
- Multi-currency invoicing
Restaurant management Rising
Avocado
POS, kitchen display, online ordering and loyalty in one system
Key features
- Restaurant POS
- Kitchen display
- Online ordering
- Menu management
Conversation intelligence Category leader
Avoma
Meeting notes, scheduling, coaching and forecasting in one tool
Key features
- Call recording
- Transcription
- AI call summaries
- Talk-track analytics
- Deal risk signals
- CRM auto-logging
Church management
B1 Church
Free open-source church platform from a nonprofit
Key features
- Member directory
- Online giving
- Attendance tracking
- Children's check-in
- Small group management
- Volunteer scheduling
Accounts payable automation Category leader
BILL
Bill capture, approval and payment for small and midsize businesses
Key features
- Invoice data capture
- Three-way matching
- Approval routing
- Payment execution
- Two-way ERP sync
Backup & disaster recovery Category leader
Backblaze Business Backup
Unlimited computer backup for teams, priced per computer
Key features
- Automated scheduled backups
Bug & issue tracking for developers Category leader
Backlog
Issue tracking and project management with built-in Git
Key features
- Source control linking
B
HR management Category leader
BambooHR
HR software for small and mid-sized companies
Key features
- Employee database
- Org chart
- Employee self-service
- Time-off management
- Built-in payroll
BI & dashboards Rising
Basedash
AI-native analytics with embedded dashboards and a managed warehouse
Key features
- Data source connectors
- Scheduled reports and alerts
- Embedded analytics
- Row-level security
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