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# Compare eScribe vs BoardDocs

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> Detailed comparison between eScribe and BoardDocs. Check ratings, reviews, pricing, and features to make the best decision for your business.

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## At a Glance

| Metric | eScribe | BoardDocs |
| **Overall rating** | 4.3/5 | 4.6/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 19 | 72 |
| **Starting Price** | - | USD 0.01 |
| **Free Trial** | No | - |
| **Free Version** | No | No |
| **Deployment** | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based |
| **Support** | Email/Help Desk, Knowledge Base, Phone Support | Email/Help Desk, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, 24/7 (Live rep) |
| **Training** | In Person, Live Online, Webinars, Documentation, Videos | In Person, Live Online, Webinars, Documentation, Videos |

## Best for

### eScribe

Government (city council, town council, committees, boards \&amp; commissions, etc), Education (school boards, school districts, universities, etc), Special Districts (conservations, utilities, etc)

### BoardDocs

Serving public education boards.

## Key features

### eScribe

- Access Controls/Permissions
- Action Item Tracking
- Agenda Management
- Approval Process Control
- Attendee Management
- Calendar Management
- Collaboration Tools
- Customizable Reports
- Document Management
- File Sharing
- Meeting Management
- Meeting Notes
- Meeting Preparation Tools
- Minutes Management
- Polls/Voting
- Scheduling
- Task Management
- Video Chat
- Video Conferencing
- Workflow Management

### BoardDocs

- Access Controls/Permissions
- Action Item Tracking
- Agenda Management
- Approval Process Control
- Attendee Management
- Calendar Management
- Collaboration Tools
- Document Management
- File Sharing
- Meeting Management
- Meeting Notes
- Meeting Preparation Tools
- Minutes Management
- Polls/Voting
- Task Management
- Video Chat
- Video Conferencing
- Workflow Management

## Links

- [View eScribe Profile](https://www.capterra.com.au/software/140216/escribe)
- [View BoardDocs Profile](https://www.capterra.com.au/software/162578/boarddocs)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.com.au/compare/140216/162578/escribe/vs/boarddocs)

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