Little Green Light vs Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best Donor Management Software (2026). Last verified June 13, 2026.
The short answer
Little Green Light ranks higher on Top 11 (#3 vs #6) for Development teams tracking donations. The best value, providing powerful core features with simple, affordable pricing.
At a glance
| Little Green Light | Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #3 / The 11 Best Donor Management Software (2026) | #6 / The 11 Best Donor Management Software (2026) |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8.8 | 8.1 |
| Best for | Best value for small nonprofits | Best for enterprise nonprofits |
| Pricing | $ ($45 to $125+/mo) | $$$$ ($1,000 to $5,000+/mo) |
| HQ | Remote, USA | Charleston, USA |
| Founded | 2007 | 1981 |
Little Green Light
The best value, providing powerful core features with simple, affordable pricing.
www.littlegreenlight.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Donor Management Software (2026)
Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT
The enterprise standard for large, complex organizations, but with a high price and learning curve.
www.blackbaud.com/products/raisers-edge-nxtSee full entry in The 11 Best Donor Management Software (2026)
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