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# Compare NowCerts vs Macaw

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

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## At a Glance

| Metric | NowCerts | Macaw |
| **Overall rating** | 4.8/5 | 3.6/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 150 | 22 |
| **Starting Price** | US$99.00 | - |
| **Free Trial** | Yes | Yes |
| **Free Version** | No | No |
| **Deployment** | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Windows (On-Premise), Linux (On-Premise) | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Linux (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Linux (On-Premise), Chromebook (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) |
| **Support** | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Phone Support, 24/7 (Live rep), Chat | Email/Help Desk, Phone Support, 24/7 (Live rep) |
| **Training** | Live Online, Webinars, Documentation, Videos | Live Online, Webinars, Documentation, Videos |

## Key features

### NowCerts

- API
- Accounting
- Activity Tracking
- Client Management
- Commission Management
- Configurable Workflow
- Customer Database
- Customisable Templates
- Document Templates
- Email Management
- Insurance Policy Management
- Insurance Policy Processing
- Lead Management
- Monitoring
- Policy Management
- Rating Engine
- Referral Tracking
- Reminders
- Secure Login
- Status Tracking

### Macaw

- API
- Accounting
- Activity Tracking
- Client Management
- Commission Management
- Configurable Workflow
- Customer Database
- Customisable Templates
- Document Templates
- Email Management
- Insurance Policy Management
- Insurance Policy Processing
- Lead Management
- Monitoring
- Policy Management
- Rating Engine
- Referral Tracking
- Reminders
- Secure Login
- Status Tracking

## Links

- [View NowCerts Profile](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/software/64793/nowcerts)
- [View Macaw Profile](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/software/266247/macaw)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/compare/64793/266247/nowcerts/vs/macaw)

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