AngelList Equity vs Capdesk by Carta
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best Cap Table Management Software (2026). Last verified June 3, 2026.
The short answer
AngelList Equity ranks higher on Top 11 (#5 vs #6) for Startup founders managing equity, options, and 409A. Best for startups embedded in the AngelList ecosystem.
At a glance
| AngelList Equity | Capdesk by Carta | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #5 / The 11 Best Cap Table Management Software (2026) | #6 / The 11 Best Cap Table Management Software (2026) |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8.4 | 8.1 |
| Best for | AngelList ecosystem integration | UK & European compliance |
| Pricing | $$ (Varies, often bundled) | $$$ (Quote-based) |
| HQ | San Francisco, USA | London, UK |
| Founded | 2010 | 2015 |
AngelList Equity
Best for startups embedded in the AngelList ecosystem.
www.angellist.com/equitySee full entry in The 11 Best Cap Table Management Software (2026)
Capdesk by Carta
Specialized platform for UK and European equity compliance.
www.capdesk.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Cap Table Management Software (2026)
Methodology and scoring weights live at /methodology. No vendor pays for placement — see about.