Suggestions appear as you type. Use the up and down arrows to choose one and Enter to open it.

This page's audience our own tag's counts — open to see them
–Visits
–Page views
–Clicks to vendors
–Time on page
–Reading now
Clicks to vendors, by tool
  • –
Top countries
  • –
Devices
  • –

– · visits, page views and clicks counted by our own tag, which counts more than our checked analytics; every figure rounded down · how we count

Head-to-head · Nonprofit Payroll Software

CDM+ vs QuickBooks Payroll

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 4 checks side by side
Higher score CDM+ #7 in Nonprofit Payroll Software 7.1/10 Paid ✓ 0 of 5 features Visit CDM+
QuickBooks Payroll #8 in Nonprofit Payroll Software 6.9/10 30-day trial Free trial✓ 2 of 5 features Visit QuickBooks

CDM+ leads on 1 check, QuickBooks Payroll on 0, and 3 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 4 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreCDM+ · 7.1/10
  • Lowest starting priceCDM+ · $25/mo
  • Free trialonly QuickBooks Payroll
  • Most featuresQuickBooks Payroll · 2 of 5

CDM+ scores higher on our rubric for nonprofit payroll software: 7.1 against 6.9 out of 10; our editors rank them #7 and #8.

CDM+ is cheaper to start at $25/mo against $50/mo.

CDM+ is the better fit for nonprofits needing accounting plus payroll. QuickBooks Payroll is the better fit for quickBooks-centered nonprofits.

  • CDM+ fits best

    Nonprofits needing accounting plus payroll

  • QuickBooks Payroll fits best

    QuickBooks-centered nonprofits

Advertiser disclosure: iTechGuides is reader-supported. Vendors can pay for top positions in our rankings and for a place on other products' pages, and we may earn a commission when you click some links. Bought places stand at the number bought; this page and our disclosure say so. Paying vendors may get a fuller, more detailed review from our editors, and that review can change their score. How we rank.

Side by side

Feature CDM+ 7.1/10 Visit ↗ QuickBooks Payroll 6.9/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 7.1 6.9
Ranking #7 in Nonprofit Payroll Software #8 in Nonprofit Payroll Software
Best for Nonprofits needing accounting plus payroll QuickBooks-centered nonprofits
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price $25/mo (best) $50/mo
Free plan — —
Free trial — 30 days
Deployment Cloud, Desktop, Mobile Cloud, Mobile
Platforms Windows, macOS, iOS, Android Web, iOS, Android
Features CDM+ 0/5 · QuickBooks Payroll 2/5
Tax filing included Not checked yet ✓ (best)
Nonprofit tax support Not checked yet Not checked yet
Multi-state payroll Not checked yet ✓ (best)
Contractor payments Not checked yet Not checked yet
Time tracking Not checked yet Not checked yet
Specs
Employee limit Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Fund-based accounting with separate fund balances and activity reports
  • Integrated payroll, budgeting, reconciliation, and financial reporting
  • Cloud, desktop, and mobile access with email, phone, and documentation support
  • Automates payroll tax calculations, filings, and payments
  • Provides direct deposit and employee self-service portals
  • Connects with QuickBooks Online, Square, and benefits platforms
Cons
  • Payroll depth is limited compared with dedicated payroll products
  • Many plans support only one program
  • All plans are paid and billed monthly
  • Higher-tier plans are needed for time tracking and scheduling
  • The product is designed for small businesses, not only nonprofits
  • Less suited to buyers prioritizing tip management or one payroll frequency
Our verdict

CDM+ combines fund accounting, church management, expense handling, budgeting, and integrated payroll for churches, nonprofits, and other faith-based organizations. It is suited to organizations that want accounting and operational…

Read the review →

QuickBooks Payroll is a cloud payroll service for small businesses, including nonprofits that already work in the QuickBooks ecosystem. It calculates, files, and pays payroll taxes; supports direct deposit; provides employee portals for…

Read the review →
  1. CDM+Nonprofit Payroll Software 7.1Paid
  2. QuickBooks PayrollNonprofit Payroll Software 6.930-day trial

Strengths and trade-offs

  • CDM+ — where it wins

    • Fund-based accounting with separate fund balances and activity reports
    • Integrated payroll, budgeting, reconciliation, and financial reporting
    • Cloud, desktop, and mobile access with email, phone, and documentation support

    Where it doesn't

    • Payroll depth is limited compared with dedicated payroll products
    • Many plans support only one program
    • All plans are paid and billed monthly

  • QuickBooks Payroll — where it wins

    • Automates payroll tax calculations, filings, and payments
    • Provides direct deposit and employee self-service portals
    • Connects with QuickBooks Online, Square, and benefits platforms

    Where it doesn't

    • Higher-tier plans are needed for time tracking and scheduling
    • The product is designed for small businesses, not only nonprofits
    • Less suited to buyers prioritizing tip management or one payroll frequency
  • CDM+7.1/10 · Paid

    A broad nonprofit accounting suite with payroll integration, starting at $25 monthly.

    Visit CDM+Full verdict →
  • QuickBooks Payroll6.9/10 · 30-day trial

    A QuickBooks-focused payroll service with tax filing, direct deposit, and employee self-service.

    Visit QuickBooksFull verdict →

More comparisons

All nonprofit payroll software comparisons → · Full ranking →

Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

Last updated · How we research and update