Better Proposals

betterproposals.io
Sales Engagement
Weekend Project

Create stunning proposals that actually close deals

How to Replace Better Proposals

Overview

Better Proposals is a proposal software platform that helps businesses create professional, branded proposals and contracts in minutes instead of hours. It features built-in e-signature capabilities, proposal templates, and detailed analytics to track engagement and close rates.

Features

51 features across 18 categories

AI Features(1)

AI Content GenerationAIPremium

AI-powered suggestions for proposal sections and copy.

Administration(1)

Team Permissions

Granular permission settings for team members and roles.

Also in: Notion, Airtable, Smartsheet

Analytics(7)

Activity LogPremium

Track all actions and changes made to proposals.

Advanced ReportingPremium

Detailed reports on proposal performance and conversion rates.

Client IP TrackingPremium

Track IP addresses of clients viewing proposals.

Dashboard Overview

Central dashboard showing all proposals and their status.

Proposal Analytics

Track who opens proposals, how long they spend, and which sections they view.

Proposal Decline HandlingPremium

Capture feedback when clients decline proposals.

Proposal Tracking PixelPremium

Track proposal opens and engagement with analytics pixel.

Also in: Hugging Face, Notion, Smartsheet

Automation(5)

Automated Follow-upsPremium

Set up automated email sequences after proposal sends.

Automated RemindersPremium

Automatically send reminders to clients who haven't viewed proposals.

Client Notifications

Customize notifications sent to clients about proposals.

Proposal SchedulingPremium

Schedule proposals to be sent at optimal times.

Recurring ProposalsPremium

Automate creation of recurring proposals for retainer clients.

Also in: monday.com, Notion, Airtable

Branding(2)

Custom Branding

White-label proposals with your company colors, logos, and fonts.

Custom DomainPremium

Use a custom domain for proposal links for better branding.

Also in: Lightspeed POS, Lessonly, Setmore

Collaboration(2)

Proposal CommentsPremium

Collect inline feedback and comments directly on proposals.

Team Collaboration

Collaborate with team members on proposal creation and approval.

Also in: Notion, Airtable, Obsidian

Compliance(1)

GDPR Compliance

Full GDPR compliance for managing client data.

Also in: Insider CDP, Airtable, 1Password

Content(3)

Image Gallery

Showcase portfolio images and project galleries within proposals.

Testimonials Section

Showcase client testimonials and case studies in proposals.

Video Embedding

Embed videos directly in proposals to showcase your work.

Also in: Squarespace, Hunter, Notion

Core Features(7)

Bulk Templates

Create and manage multiple templates for different business lines.

Client PortalPremium

Provide clients with a dedicated portal to view all their proposals.

Contract BuilderPremium

Create legally compliant contracts alongside proposals.

E-Signature

Legally binding digital signatures built directly into proposals.

Proposal Templates

Pre-designed, customizable proposal templates for various industries.

Proposal Templates LibraryPremium

Access hundreds of industry-specific proposal templates.

Version Control

Track proposal versions and see changes made over time.

Customization(7)

Calculator ToolPremium

Interactive calculator tool to help clients estimate costs.

Conditional ContentPremium

Show or hide sections based on client type or proposal conditions.

Custom Fields

Add unlimited custom fields to personalize proposal data.

Dynamic PricingPremium

Automatically calculate and update pricing based on selected options.

Proposal ComparisonPremium

Allow clients to compare multiple proposal options side-by-side.

Proposal ExpirationPremium

Set automatic expiration dates on proposals to create urgency.

ROI CalculatorPremium

Built-in ROI calculator to demonstrate value to clients.

Design(4)

Background ImagesPremium

Add custom background images and patterns to proposals.

Drag-and-Drop Editor

Easy drag-and-drop interface for designing proposals.

Mobile Responsive

Proposals display perfectly on all devices and screen sizes.

Table of Contents

Auto-generate table of contents for long proposals.

Export(1)

PDF Export

Export proposals as high-quality PDF files.

Integrations(2)

API AccessPremium

Full API access for custom integrations and automation.

Webhook SupportPremium

Trigger external actions with webhooks on proposal events.

Localization(2)

Multi-Currency SupportPremium

Create proposals in multiple currencies and exchange rates.

Multi-Language SupportPremium

Create proposals in multiple languages for global clients.

Organization(2)

Proposal Archive

Archive old proposals to keep your account organized.

Proposal Search

Quickly search and filter proposals by status, client, or date.

Payments(1)

Payment CollectionPremium

Accept payments directly within proposals via Stripe or PayPal.

Productivity(1)

Proposal Cloning

Quickly duplicate existing proposals and modify them.

Security(2)

Data Encryption

End-to-end encryption for all proposal data.

Two-Factor Authentication

Secure accounts with two-factor authentication.

Pricing

Free

Free
  • Basic proposal creation
  • templates
  • e-signature
  • analytics
  • video embedding
  • image gallery

Standard

$49/mo
  • All Free features plus payment collection
  • conditional content
  • dynamic pricing
  • client portal
  • proposal expiration

Professional

Popular
$99/mo
  • All Standard features plus contract builder
  • proposal decline handling
  • scheduling
  • reminders
  • comments
  • multi-language
  • advanced reporting

Agency

$249/mo
  • All Professional features plus template library
  • ROI calculator
  • comparison tool
  • API access
  • webhooks
  • custom domain
  • tracking pixel
  • multi-currency

Enterprise

Contact Sales
  • All features
  • custom implementation
  • dedicated support
  • SSO
  • advanced security

Cost Calculator

Keep Paying Better Proposals

Monthly$49/mo
Yearly$588/yr
5-Year Total$2.9k

Build It Yourself

Est. Build Time~4 hrs
Hosting$20/mo
DifficultyVery Easy

Total Cost Comparison

1 YearSave $348
SaaS
$588
DIY
$240
3 YearsSave $1k
SaaS
$1.8k
DIY
$720
5 YearsSave $1.7k
SaaS
$2.9k
DIY
$1.2k

DIY hosting estimate based on Vercel + Supabase free/pro tiers (~$20/mo). Build time estimated from 51 features at very easy complexity.

Build vs Buy

Should you build a Better Proposals alternative or buy the subscription? Estimate based on 51 features.

Buy Better Proposals

Better Value
Monthly cost$490/mo
3-year total$17,640
Time to deployDays

Build Your Own

Development cost$24,000
Maintenance$360/mo
3-year total$36,960
Dev time~2 months

Buying Better Proposals saves ~$19,320 over 3 years vs building.

Estimates based on 51 features and a BuildScore of 5/5. Actual costs vary.

Integrations

29 known integrations