Anchor vs Tacton CPQ

Anchor is a web and mobile platform for preparing proposals and agreements, invoicing clients, and collecting payments. Its listed tools include built-in e-signatures, client activity tracking, online payment collection, CRM integrations, custom branding, and analytics and reporting. The Platform access plan has no subscription fee and includes unlimited users, companies or clients, proposals and agreements, automated invoices, and automated payments. A separate Payment fee plan costs $5 a month and is charged when a payment is received. It includes all features and tools, free bank transfer, and unlimited proposals, agreements, billing, and payments. Anchor is available on the web, iOS, and Android. Its maker is based in New York, New York, United States. The listed information does not specify the details of its CRM integrations or analytics and reporting tools, so readers may want to ask about those capabilities when assessing fit.

Tacton CPQ is cloud-based configure-price-quote software for manufacturers selling complex products and capital equipment. Its configurator handles complex product choices and options for upselling. The pricing engine calculates prices and margins for one-time, recurring, or usage-based charges. It produces branded quotes, technical specifications, certifications, and other documents. Product and pricing experts define logic and data in a drag-and-drop administration interface using no-code or low-code tools. Visual Configuration creates real-time 3D and AR views as choices change, while CAD Automation creates 2D and 3D CAD drawings with one click. Tacton describes hundreds of pre-built connectors and open REST APIs, naming Salesforce, Microsoft Dynamics 365, SAP, Oracle NetSuite, IFS, and Power BI. The service is available through web and API access. Tacton says it conducts regular penetration testing and maintains ISO 27001 and SOC 2 certifications. Pricing is available on request.