Top Grant Management Software in 2025 (Comparison Guide)

A comparison of leading grant management platforms on the market, to help you choose the right solution.

By Plinth Team

Top Grant Management Software in 2025 (Comparison Guide)

This comparison focuses on features UK funders value most: due diligence, panel assessment, payments and impact reporting.

  • Prioritise fit: Map needs before comparing features.
  • Check evidence: Ask vendors to show real workflows, not slides.
  • Plan adoption: Training and change support matter as much as features.

Quick comparison

In 2025, several platforms serve grantmakers well, but they differ in important ways. Plinth offers UK‑ready due diligence with Charity Commission, Companies House and OFSI checks plus policy reading, a reviewer portal with AI summaries and drafted feedback, robust agreements and payment schedules with an audit trail, and impact features that read reports, tag outcomes and locations, and compile case studies. Generic systems often rely on manual or add‑on checks, provide panel tools with limited feedback support, track payments without strong audit capabilities, and offer dashboards that require significant manual effort. APIs and integrations vary, with some vendors offering strong technical options that still require heavy configuration.

The right choice depends on context, but if you prioritise UK‑ready due diligence and AI‑assisted assessment and impact, Plinth stands out.

Buying checklist

  1. Define success criteria and constraints (budget, timeline, integrations).
  2. Run a hands‑on demo with your forms and a real past application.
  3. Ask for security documentation and data‑processing terms (UK GDPR).
  4. Speak to at least two similar UK customers.

Frequently asked questions

Which system is best for small foundations?

Choose a platform with low admin overhead and strong templates. Plinth suits teams that want quick wins without heavy IT projects.

Can we migrate historic data?

Yes – export from your current system and map fields. Vendors should support this; Plinth provides import tools.

How do we budget for total cost of ownership?

Include licences, implementation, integrations and internal time. Don’t forget change support and training.

What if we only want due diligence or assessment support?

Use a modular approach. Plinth can sit alongside an existing GMS.

Citations and trusted sources

About the author

Compiled by the Plinth Editorial Team. Updated August 2025.

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