Choose software without an endless shortlist

Start with the work you need to finish

Write down one result you want to achieve with the software. For example, turning an accepted quote into an invoice or assigning tasks to the team every Monday. Then define three essential requirements. A long list of appealing extras makes products harder to compare.

Choose two or three candidates

Use the categories and filters to find products for the same task. A listing on Perkufo means we have reviewed official product information. It is not a recommendation based on our own use. Read the points to consider and open the source before choosing a subscription.

Perform the same task

Use the same example with each candidate. Note where you get stuck, which manual steps are needed and whether you can export the result. For team software, involve a colleague with a different role too. Assess what you actually need, rather than just the demonstration.

Look beyond the first month

Include users, add-ons, storage, usage and initial setup. Check the billing period and cancellation terms. Record what could change your decision: another colleague, more files or an integration. This makes it possible to reassess the choice later.