Comparison / Review Between Top Producer 7i ® / Top Producer 8i ® and an alternative called RealtyJuggler™
| Top Producer | RealtyJuggler | |
| Free Trial: | 30-Day Free trial |
90-Day Free Trial Lapsed free-trial costs nothing. Free means free. |
| Free Trial Requires Credit Card: | Yes | No |
| Refund | Within 30 Days only | Pro-rated refund available at any time |
| Agent Pricing: | $479 / year | $99 / year. With an active subscription, will never increase. |
| Assistant Pricing: | $300 / year | $99 / year. With an active subscription, will never increase. |
| Browser Compatibility: | Internet Explorer | Any modern browser, such as: Internet Explorer, Safari, Firefox, and Google Chrome |
| Operating Systems: | Microsoft Windows Vista, Windows 7 | Any modern operating system such as: Microsoft Windows Vista, Windows 7, and Mac OS X |
| User Interface: | More Complex | Simpler |
| Features: | More. Additional features cost extra. | Fewer. There are no extra add-ons to purchase. Everything is included. |
| Performance: | Slower | Faster |
| Mobile Access: | Yes - Pay $179.40 / year additional. | Yes - via FREE Outlook Sync tool and Google Sync Tool. Plus, direct access from ANY phone or tablet with a web browser (Google Android, iPhone/iPad, Windows Phone 7 etc.) |
| Google Contacts and Calendar Sync: | No | Yes |
| Microsoft Outlook Connector: | Contacts and Email - $149 extra Limited Synchronization |
Contacts, Appointments - FREE Full Synchronization |
| iPhone/iPAD Support: | Limited - Pay $119 / year extra | Yes - fully supported via Safari web browser. Can sync with AddressBook and Calendar using free Google Sync. |
| Google Android Phone Support: | No | Yes - fully supported via web browser. Can sync with AddressBook and Calendar using free Google Sync. |
| Web Site 'Contact Me' Form Integration: | Yes. | Yes. |
| Action / Task Plans: | Yes. | Yes. |
| DRIP Letters: | Yes. | Yes. |
| IMPORT Contacts from Top Producer 6, 7, 8: | Yes. | Yes. Quick Transfer Instructions located here. |
| Flyer Templates: | Yes. Complicated. | Yes. 49 templates included. Extremely easy to use. |
| Documentation: | Limited printed manual. Limited video tutorials. Some videos and 'classes' cost extra. | Comprehensive set of written documentation. There is also an extensive series of FREE video tutorials covering all of the capabilities of RealtyJuggler. |
Summary:
TopProducer has long been considered the gold standard for real estate contact management software, while at the same time gaining a well-deserved reputation as being complex and difficult to master. Pricing varies, with the basic pricing of 1 agent starting at $454.35 / year and the Success Suite weighing in at a stunning $2,999.40 / year.
A typical Top Producer 8i real estate agent with an assistant, SmartPhone access, and Microsoft Office Outlook synchronization would pay $1,142.15 for the first year and $993.15 per year thereafter. In comparison, these same capabilities using RealtyJuggler would cost $198 / year.
Both products run from Internet browsers and both offer free technical support and free upgrades. When comparing capabilities, both products have what is necessary for a busy agent. RealtyJuggler is an excellent alternative to Top Producer, particularly for real estate professionals who are looking to save some money and are looking for something that is easy to use.
RealtyJuggler offers two-way synchronization with Microsoft Outlook as well as Google Contacts and Calendar and includes mobile access at no extra charge, while Top Producer charges extra for mobility access and is limited to only a few select models of cell-phones.
The second most noticeable difference is the simplicity of the user interface of RealtyJuggler. This is a direct result of RealtyJuggler having its focus on the 'average' agent, while Top Producer focus is on high-end 'top-producers'. The simplified RealtyJuggler user interface also means faster load times and fewer screens to navigate to when you are trying to get something done. The complexity of Top Producer is legendary and is reflected in the mini-industry of after-market trainers and classes (for an extra charge) that are available. RealtyJuggler takes a distinctly different approach with straightforward and short YouTube training videos that walk through common tasks. Each video is between 2 and 4 minutes in length and reflects in real-time how long it would take to do the task - such as printing labels for Christmas cards.
Selecting a contact management package isn’t just about picking the product with the most features, or lowest price. Often there are matters of personal taste as well as the right mix of features to keep in mind. And, there’s one final thing to consider. The best real estate software is one that you will use regularly! Select something that works for YOU and that you will enjoy using. Both products are available on a trial basis and we recommend you review them both and compare for yourself.
There are three different versions of Top Producer in common use. Top Producer 6i is a Windows program that was discontinued in May 2006 and is no longer sold. 7i is a Java/Internet based product that is in the process of being phased out. The latest version is 8i.
RealtyJuggler has been around since 2004 and was originally created for Palm handhelds. A new version was released in 2006 using the latest Web 2.0 HTML5/AJAX technology. This version has been continually upgraded, with a major upgrade every three months. A full chronology of upgrades is available here. RealtyJuggler represents a fresh approach to real estate software, and is a particularly compelling choice for the value oriented agent looking for something that's easy-to-use.
RealtyJuggler - http://www.RealtyJuggler.comTop Producer is a registered trademark of Top Producer Systems.
RealtyJuggler is a trademark of RealOrganized, Inc. REALTOR® is a registered trademark of the National Association of REALTORS.