Pulley vs Capdesk by Carta
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best Cap Table Management Software. Last verified June 3, 2026.
The short answer
Pulley ranks higher on Top 11 (#2 vs #6) for Startup founders managing equity, options, and 409A. The best founder-focused platform with powerful modeling tools.
At a glance
| Pulley | Capdesk by Carta | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #2 / The 11 Best Cap Table Management Software | #6 / The 11 Best Cap Table Management Software |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 9.1 | 8.1 |
| Best for | Founder-friendly modeling & pricing | UK & European compliance |
| Pricing | $$ ($1,200 to $6,000/yr) | $$$ (Quote-based) |
| HQ | San Francisco, USA | London, UK |
| Founded | 2019 | 2015 |
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