eClinicalWorks vs NextGen Healthcare
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best EHR Software for Medical Practices. Last verified June 15, 2026.
The short answer
eClinicalWorks ranks higher on Top 11 (#4 vs #5) for Physicians and practice managers choosing an electronic health records system. A feature-rich, unified platform for small to mid-sized private practices.
At a glance
| eClinicalWorks | NextGen Healthcare | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #4 / The 11 Best EHR Software for Medical Practices | #5 / The 11 Best EHR Software for Medical Practices |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8.6 | 8.4 |
| Best for | All-in-one for SMB practices | Specialty practices needing customization |
| Pricing | $$$ ($449 to $699/mo/provider) | $$$ ($379 to $649/mo/provider) |
| HQ | Westborough, MA, USA | Atlanta, GA, USA |
| Founded | 1999 | 1974 |
eClinicalWorks
A feature-rich, unified platform for small to mid-sized private practices.
www.eclinicalworks.comSee full entry in The 11 Best EHR Software for Medical Practices
NextGen Healthcare
Best for specialty practices that require highly customizable clinical templates.
www.nextgen.comSee full entry in The 11 Best EHR Software for Medical Practices
Methodology and scoring weights live at /methodology. No vendor pays for placement — see about.