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Head-to-head · Business Valuation Software

Equitest vs ValuAdder

  • Updated Nov 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 7 checks side by side
Equitest #5 in Business Valuation Software 7.9/10 Paid ✓ 5 of 5 features Visit Equitest
ValuAdder #6 in Business Valuation Software 7.9/10 Paid ✓ 5 of 5 features Visit ValuAdder

Equitest leads on 1 check, ValuAdder on 0, and 6 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 7 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Lowest starting priceEquitest · $50/mo

Equitest and ValuAdder score identically on our rubric (7.9 out of 10) for business valuation software; Equitest sits at #5 and ValuAdder at #6 in our editorial ranking, so the choice comes down to fit.

Equitest is cheaper to start at $50/mo against $280/mo. On deployment, ValuAdder gives you Desktop where Equitest offers Web.

Equitest is the better fit for budget-conscious teams modeling valuation scenarios. ValuAdder is the better fit for small firms wanting a one-time desktop purchase.

  • Equitest fits best

    Budget-conscious teams modeling valuation scenarios

  • ValuAdder fits best

    Small firms wanting a one-time desktop purchase

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Side by side

Feature Equitest 7.9/10 Visit ↗ ValuAdder 7.9/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 7.9 7.9
Ranking #5 in Business Valuation Software #6 in Business Valuation Software
Best for Budget-conscious teams modeling valuation scenarios Small firms wanting a one-time desktop purchase
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price $50/mo (best) $280/mo
Free plan — —
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Browser extension Desktop
Platforms Web Windows, macOS
Support Live chat Phone
Compliance SOC 2, GDPR PCI DSS
Integrations 2 integrations 6 integrations
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Solo, Small business, Mid-market
Features Equitest 5/5 · ValuAdder 5/5
DCF model ✓ ✓
Market-multiple method ✓ ✓
Asset-based method ✓ ✓
Scenario analysis ✓ ✓
Report export ✓ ✓
Specs
Historical years Not checked yet Not checked yet
Deployment Web Desktop
Our review
Pros
  • Supports DCF, market multiples, M&A transactions, and asset-based valuation
  • Includes scenario, sensitivity, and Monte Carlo analysis
  • Exports automated reports as PDF and DOCX
  • Supports DCF, market comps, capitalized earnings, and excess earnings methods
  • Includes forecasting, risk assessment, and side-by-side scenario analysis
  • Runs on Windows and macOS, with remote desktop access options
Cons
  • Starter limits usage to 5 valuations per month
  • Full M&A database access starts with the Professional plan
  • Expert review costs $750 per report
  • The valuation software is desktop-only
  • The Report Builder costs extra unless included in a package
  • Package pricing also includes monthly installment options to compare
Our verdict

Equitest is a web-based business valuation and financial analysis platform for accountants, appraisers, investment bankers, business owners, and firms. It covers discounted cash flow, comparable companies, M&A transactions, and asset-based…

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ValuAdder is desktop business valuation software for professional advisors, business owners, buyers, and investors. It brings income-, market-, and asset-approach methods into one product, including discounted cash flow, comparable-company…

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  1. EquitestBusiness Valuation Software 7.9Paid
  2. ValuAdderBusiness Valuation Software 7.9Paid

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Equitest — where it wins

    • Supports DCF, market multiples, M&A transactions, and asset-based valuation
    • Includes scenario, sensitivity, and Monte Carlo analysis
    • Exports automated reports as PDF and DOCX

    Where it doesn't

    • Starter limits usage to 5 valuations per month
    • Full M&A database access starts with the Professional plan
    • Expert review costs $750 per report

  • ValuAdder — where it wins

    • Supports DCF, market comps, capitalized earnings, and excess earnings methods
    • Includes forecasting, risk assessment, and side-by-side scenario analysis
    • Runs on Windows and macOS, with remote desktop access options

    Where it doesn't

    • The valuation software is desktop-only
    • The Report Builder costs extra unless included in a package
    • Package pricing also includes monthly installment options to compare

Equitest vs ValuAdder: questions

Which is better for business valuation software, Equitest or ValuAdder?

Equitest and ValuAdder score identically on our rubric (7.9 out of 10) for business valuation software; Equitest sits at #5 and ValuAdder at #6 in our editorial ranking, so the choice comes down to fit.

How do Equitest and ValuAdder compare?

Of the 7 checks we put side by side, Equitest leads on 1, ValuAdder on none, and 6 are level. Equitest costs less: $50/mo vs $280/mo.

Which costs less, Equitest or ValuAdder?

Equitest costs less: $50/mo vs $280/mo.

Do Equitest and ValuAdder have a free plan?

Equitest: No. ValuAdder: No.

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Nov 2026

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