Shareworks by Morgan Stanley vs Capdesk by Carta
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of Carta vs Pulley vs Ledgy: 11 Best Cap Table Management Software 2026. Last verified June 3, 2026.
The short answer
Shareworks by Morgan Stanley ranks higher on Top 11 (#4 vs #6) for Startup founders managing equity, options, and 409A. Institutional-grade platform for mature private and public companies.
At a glance
| Shareworks by Morgan Stanley | Capdesk by Carta | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #4 / Carta vs Pulley vs Ledgy: 11 Best Cap Table Management Software 2026 | #6 / Carta vs Pulley vs Ledgy: 11 Best Cap Table Management Software 2026 |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8.6 | 8.1 |
| Best for | Enterprise & late-stage | UK & European compliance |
| Pricing | $$$$ (Quote-based) | $$$ (Quote-based) |
| HQ | Calgary, Canada | London, UK |
| Founded | 1999 | 2015 |
Shareworks by Morgan Stanley
Institutional-grade platform for mature private and public companies.
www.morganstanley.com/atwork/shareworksSee full entry in Carta vs Pulley vs Ledgy: 11 Best Cap Table Management Software 2026
Capdesk by Carta
Specialized platform for UK and European equity compliance.
www.capdesk.comSee full entry in Carta vs Pulley vs Ledgy: 11 Best Cap Table Management Software 2026
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