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# Compare OnBase vs OpenKM

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

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## At a Glance

| Metric | OnBase | OpenKM |
| **Overall rating** | 4.3/5 | 4.6/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 79 | 17 |
| **Starting Price** | - | US$100.00 |
| **Free Trial** | - | Yes |
| **Free Version** | No | Yes |
| **Deployment** | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Linux (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Linux (On-Premise), Chromebook (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Linux (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Linux (On-Premise), Android (Mobile) |
| **Support** | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, 24/7 (Live rep), Chat | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support |
| **Training** | In Person, Live Online, Webinars, Documentation, Videos | In Person, Live Online, Webinars, Documentation, Videos |

## Best for

### OnBase

OnBase has industry-specific solutions for higher education, insurance, financial services, government, healthcare and commercial industries but offers solutions for organizations in every industry.

### OpenKM

OpenKM is developed with large, medium, or small-sized companies that want to improve their productivity by digitally and economically managing their documents.

## Key features

### OnBase

- API
- Activity Tracking
- Archiving & Retention
- Audit Trail
- Collaboration Tools
- Commenting/Notes
- Configurable Workflow
- Content Management
- Customisable Templates
- Document Capture
- Document Management
- File Conversion
- Full Text Search
- Reporting/Analytics
- SSL Security
- Search/Filter
- Secure Login
- Single Sign On
- Template Management
- Workflow Management

### OpenKM

- API
- Activity Tracking
- Archiving & Retention
- Audit Trail
- Collaboration Tools
- Commenting/Notes
- Configurable Workflow
- Content Management
- Customisable Templates
- Document Capture
- Document Management
- File Conversion
- Full Text Search
- Reporting/Analytics
- SSL Security
- Search/Filter
- Secure Login
- Single Sign On
- Template Management
- Workflow Management

## Links

- [View OnBase Profile](https://www.capterra.co.nz/software/62208/onbase)
- [View OpenKM Profile](https://www.capterra.co.nz/software/125417/openkm)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.co.nz/compare/62208/125417/onbase/vs/openkm)

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