Best software, by category
Independently scored rankings of the tools creators, consultants, and agencies actually use. Every category is rated on the same five-criterion rubric — pick a category to see the 2026 rankings.
Best Accounting Software
6 tools compared
Top pick: Gusto · 9/10
See the rankings →Best Analytics Tools
4 tools compared
Top pick: Hotjar · 8.8/10
See the rankings →Best Client Portal Software
4 tools compared
Top pick: Dubsado · 8.5/10
See the rankings →Best Community Platforms
4 tools compared
Top pick: Circle · 8.8/10
See the rankings →Best Course Platforms
5 tools compared
Top pick: Kajabi · 8.5/10
See the rankings →Best CRM Software
5 tools compared
Top pick: HubSpot · 8.8/10
See the rankings →Best Customer Support Software
5 tools compared
Top pick: Intercom · 8.8/10
See the rankings →Best Document & Storage Tools
4 tools compared
Top pick: Google Workspace · 9/10
See the rankings →Best Email Marketing Software
8 tools compared
Top pick: ConvertKit · 8.8/10
See the rankings →Best Landing Page Builders
5 tools compared
Top pick: Carrd · 8.5/10
See the rankings →Best Payment Processors
5 tools compared
Top pick: Lemon Squeezy · 9/10
See the rankings →Best Podcast Software
4 tools compared
Top pick: Descript · 8.8/10
See the rankings →Best Project Management Software
8 tools compared
Top pick: Linear · 9/10
See the rankings →Best Proposal & Quoting Software
7 tools compared
Top pick: Tally · 8.5/10
See the rankings →Best Social Media Tools
6 tools compared
Top pick: Sprout Social · 8.3/10
See the rankings →Best Team Communication Tools
5 tools compared
Top pick: Loom · 9/10
See the rankings →Best Website Builders
5 tools compared
Top pick: Webflow · 9/10
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