Workiva vs Watershed
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best ESG Reporting Software (2026). Last verified July 20, 2026.
The short answer
Workiva ranks higher on Top 11 (#1 vs #2) for Sustainability, finance, and compliance teams choosing software to collect ESG data and file disclosures. Best assured disclosure tied to financial controls.
At a glance
| Workiva | Watershed | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #1 / The 11 Best ESG Reporting Software (2026) | #2 / The 11 Best ESG Reporting Software (2026) |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 9.1 | 8.8 |
| Best for | Assured, filing-ready ESG disclosure | Carbon measurement plus decarbonization planning |
| Pricing | $$$$ (enterprise, custom quote) | $$$$ (enterprise, custom quote) |
| HQ | Ames, USA | San Francisco, USA |
| Founded | 2008 | 2019 |
Methodology and scoring weights live at /methodology. No vendor pays for placement — see about.