Diligent ESG vs Novata
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best ESG Reporting Software (2026). Last verified July 20, 2026.
The short answer
Diligent ESG ranks higher on Top 11 (#6 vs #8) for Sustainability, finance, and compliance teams choosing software to collect ESG data and file disclosures. Best when ESG reports to the board and GRC.
At a glance
| Diligent ESG | Novata | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #6 / The 11 Best ESG Reporting Software (2026) | #8 / The 11 Best ESG Reporting Software (2026) |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8 | 7.7 |
| Best for | ESG tied to board governance and GRC | Portfolio ESG data for private markets |
| Pricing | $$$ (enterprise, custom quote) | $$$ (subscription, custom quote) |
| HQ | New York, USA | New York, USA |
| Founded | 2001 | 2021 |
Methodology and scoring weights live at /methodology. No vendor pays for placement — see about.