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RQ Platform 2026: Benefits, Features & Pricing

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Overview

RQ Platform
RQ Platform
4.7
(32)

Pricing

Starting at $1,275.00 per year

About RQ Platform

RQ Platform is an All-in-One Application and Review Software used by associations, non-profits, foundations, government organizations, foundations and educational institutions around the world to simplify and manage their unique form submission and review processes.

RQ Platform is the only award management system with RQ SmartTracker which provides post-program acceptance and tracking of follow-ups required by recipients.

Never lose sight of your alumni again with RQ Alumni Directory where they can update their profile information and career accomplishments.

RQ Platform integrates with all major application management services (AMS), customer relationship management (CRM), Single Sign-On and payment processing systems.

RQ for Awards is part of the RQ Platform of products designed to manage awards, grants, scholarships, fellowships, mentorships, volunteer recruitment, board nominations and more. Reclaim your time by reducing administrative burdens, in one single platform.

With the addition of our digital marketing services, we can assist in broadening your program awareness and targeting your audience with social media, email marketing and online advertising.

Our speciali...

zed advertising solutions are tailored to target and increase registrations for annual events, conferences, memberships drives, and more. Streamline and Grow your Program with RQ Platform.

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RQ Platform Pricing and Plans

Starting price: $1,275.00 per year
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$1,275.00

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    RQ Platform Features

    • Popular features found in Grant Management
      Applicant Tracking
      Collaboration Tools
      Contract/License Management
      Document Review
      Due Date Tracking
      Financial Reporting
      Grant Discovery
      Payment Tracking
      Reporting & Statistics
    • More features of RQ Platform
      Access Controls/Permissions
      Accounting Integration
      Action Item Tracking
      Activity Dashboard
      Activity Tracking
      Address Validation
      Administrative Reporting
      AI-based Matching
      Alerts/Notifications
      API
      Applicant Portal
      Application Management
      Appointment Scheduling
      Approval Process Control
      Assessment Management
      Assignment Management
      Audit Management
      Audit Trail
      Autofill
      Awards Management
      Blind Judging
      Budget Control
      Budgeting/Forecasting
      Calendar Management
      Calendar Sync
      Campaign Management
      Career Development
      Categorization/Grouping
      Chat/Messaging
      Commenting/Notes
      Committee Management
      Communication Management
      Compliance Management
      Conditional Logic
      Configurable Workflow
      Contact Management
      Content Library
      Credit Card Processing
      CRM
      Curriculum Management
      Customizable Branding
      Customizable Fields
      Customizable Forms
      Customizable Questions
      Customizable Reports
      Customizable Templates
      Data Capture and Transfer
      Data Import/Export
      Data Security
      Data Visualization
      Deadline Management
      Document Management
      Document Storage
      Donor Management
      Drag & Drop
      Dues Management
      Electronic Payments
      Electronic Signature
      Electronic Submission
      Email Management
      Email Reminders
      Email Templates
      Engagement Tracking
      Entrant Management
      Entry Fee Processing
      Entry Management
      Event Management
      Feedback Management
      For Grantmakers
      For Higher Education
      For Marketers
      Forms Creation & Design
      Forms Management
      For Nonprofits
      For Schools
      Fraud Detection
      Fund Accounting
      Fundraising Management
      Goal Management
      Grant Application Management
      Grant Award Tracking
      Grant Management
      Impact Measurement
      Interview Management
      Judging Management
      Labeling
      Landing Pages/Web Forms
      Lead Generation
      Learning Management
      Media Library
      Member Database
      Membership Management
      Mentor/Coach Matching
      Mentoring Program Management
      Mobile Access
      Monitoring
      Multi-Channel Marketing
      Multi-Currency
      Participant Profiles
      Polls/Voting
      Preview Functionality
      Process/Workflow Automation
      Program Evaluation
      Progress Tracking
      Promotions Management
      Ratings/Reviews
      Real-Time Analytics
      Real-Time Data
      Real-Time Reporting
      Recommendations
      Recurring/Subscription Billing
      Registration Management
      Reminders
      Reporting/Analytics
      Requirements Management
      Response Validation
      Reviewer Management
      Reviewer Portal
      Role-Based Permissions
      Scoring
      Search/Filter
      Self Service Portal
      Single Sign On
      Skills Assessment
      Skills Contests (Photo, Essay, Design, etc)
      Social Marketing
      Social Media Integration
      Social Promotion
      SSL Security
      Status Tracking
      Student Management
      Surveys & Feedback
      Task Management
      Template Management
      Third-Party Integrations
      Training Management
      Volunteer Management
      Web Forms
      Website Management
      White Label
      Workflow Management

    RQ Platform Integrations

    Nimble AMS
    Nimble AMS
    MemberSuite
    MemberSuite
    NetForum Enterprise
    NetForum Enterprise
    Association Anywhere
    Association Anywhere
    Nimble
    Nimble
    Higher Logic Vanilla
    Higher Logic Vanilla

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    RQ Platform User Reviews

    Overall Rating

    4.7

    Ratings Breakdown

    5

    69%

    4

    31%

    3

    0%

    2

    0%

    1

    0%

    Secondary Ratings

    Ease of Use

    4.8

    Value for money

    4.8

    Customer support

    5.0

    Functionality

    4.6

    TS

    Tionna S.

    Verified reviewer

    Banking

    1001-5000 employees

    Used daily for less than 12 months

    Reviewed January 2026

    RQ - Pros trump Cons

    4

    Ratings Breakdown

    5
    Ease of use
    4
    Value for money
    5
    Customer support
    4
    Functionality
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    Pros:
    The platform is user-friendly and visually appealing. Also, the review process has been more efficient and easier to navigate compared to our last platform. Additionally, the customer support has been excellent. The quick response time and ability to implement changes efficiently have been extremely beneficial. It's also a great value for the price.
    Cons:
    I don't like the size of the dialog box within the platform. It would be great if there was an option to make it bigger or full size so I could see more applications on the screen at one time. Also, having the use of a comma in the funding module would be great. Lastly, there are some functions and capabilities the platform can consider implementing or improving. For example, the capability to add images as attachments in scheduled emails.

    Reasons for choosing RQ Platform

    RQ was visually appealing and within budget.

    Reasons for switching to RQ Platform

    The vendor discontinued their award program.

    Vendor Response

    Hi Tionna, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback, we truly appreciate it. We’re glad to hear you’ve found the platform user-friendly and visually appealing, and that the review process has been more efficient than your previous platform. It’s also great to know our customer support and responsiveness have been helpful and that you’re seeing strong value for the price. Regarding the areas you mentioned, the platform does allow you to control how many applications you view at once (from 100 up to 1,000, or all at once), and images can be added as attachments in scheduled emails. We’ve already looped in your Customer Success team, and they’ll be reaching out to ensure everything is set up so you can fully take advantage of these features. Thank you again for your thoughtful feedback and for being a valued partner. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if there’s anything else we can support you with. -RhythmQ Team

    Replied February 2026

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    RB

    Ryan B.

    Verified reviewer

    Government Administration

    201-500 employees

    Used daily for less than 12 months

    Review source

    Reviewed June 2025

    RQ Experience Review

    5

    I and my team have been very pleased with RQ Platform. First, working with RQ's team has been fantastic. [sensitive content hidden] has been our main contact, and we are incredibly happy with her. She is very responsive, thoughtful, and dedicated to making our program function as best as possible. We also had wonderful experiences with[sensitive content hidden] , who was the sales rep we first talked to when deciding to choose an online platform to host our scholarship program. Without those two the RQ experience would be far less enjoyable. From the program management side, we are so grateful to move from data entry by hand in excel from a paper application to a thorough online portal that all applicants can go to fill out their needed information. It has been a much quicker process for all parties involved, whether it be applicants or admin our experience has been amazing overall. We still continue to look for more efficient process in RQ's system that can match with our program needs and we know RQ's reps will help us if we ever do need to pivot. It has been a great experience overall.

    Ratings Breakdown

    5
    Ease of use
    5
    Value for money
    5
    Customer support
    5
    Functionality
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    Pros:
    The platform has a lot of intricate fields and dynamics while being very user friendly. The overall structure of how applications are created, formed, and processed makes reviewing applications for constituents much easier. The automatic email generation system, tagging and filtering systems help us properly stay in touch and identify applicant's place in the scholarship process.
    Cons:
    There can be glitches in the admin reporting process, leading to gathering data later than needed. This problem is mainly offset with a very quick response time from the RQ tech team which work hard to run reports when I am not able. Also, the PDF package feature has some bugs, and we unfortunately can't use that.

    Reasons for choosing RQ Platform

    NextZen by WizeHive had a great product, but it was too expensive for a for a scholarship software program budget. Foundant's cost was similar to RQ however, their customer service was not the best through the entire sales process. RQ had a much better sales team and experience.

    Vendor Response

    Thank you for the kind words! We're so glad to hear RQ Platform has made your application and review process easier and more efficient. We truly appreciate your partnership and your feedback helps us continue to improve and support your program's success.

    Replied July 2025

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    MB

    Marta B.

    Verified reviewer

    Non-Profit Organization Management

    2-10 employees

    Used weekly for more than 2 years

    Reviewed January 2024

    Highly Recommend!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    5

    Previously 4

    Ratings Breakdown

    4
    Ease of use
    5
    Value for money
    5
    Customer support
    5
    Functionality
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    Pros:
    I liked that there were responsive to all my requests and questions. That they worked with me as if part of our team not just as a vendor. That our application is Sofia's Hope branded and that it is easy for the administrator, applicants and reviewers. The entire process is easy and once set up any change and update is handled quickly and easily.
    Cons:
    Nothing...loved everything about them. Of course as a nonprofit if I could pay less I would but you also get what you pay for.

    Reasons for switching to RQ Platform

    Because they were awful. Couldn't accommodate any customization, support was terrible and the lay-out/look of their product was so ugly and amateur looking.

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    JA

    John A.

    Verified reviewer

    Non-Profit Organization Management

    2-10 employees

    Used monthly for less than 2 years

    Review source

    Reviewed May 2025

    Best customer support

    5

    It is so much easier to have applications submitted online. We used a google form previously and had to manually download the information and photocopy the applications for the volunteers making selections for our scholarship.

    Ratings Breakdown

    5
    Ease of use
    5
    Value for money
    5
    Customer support
    5
    Functionality
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    Pros:
    The customer support was second to none. Our project manager helped set up our form as well as the reports and review form. We were able to see the applicants who met the criteria easily and then make our selection.
    Cons:
    It took a little more training for me but I'm not the most tech savvy person. Once I became familiar with everything, it was quite easy to manage.

    Reasons for switching to RQ Platform

    We needed more automation to our process. Although we easily created our online form previously, we did not have access to the reports and reviewer automation.

    Vendor Response

    Thank you for sharing your experience! We're thrilled to hear that our support team made setup smooth and that the platform has simplified your application and review process. It’s great to know the transition from manual tasks to automation has made a real difference.

    Replied July 2025

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    AS

    Abby S.

    Verified reviewer

    Non-Profit Organization Management

    2-10 employees

    Used weekly for more than 2 years

    Review source

    Reviewed June 2025

    Amazing Customer Service!

    5

    From the moment I met with the team at RQ I felt like it was the right place for our organization. Not only did they work with us on our budget, but they provided great tips for optimizing our scholarship and annual awards process. Once again, the customer service is unmatched. I had used previous platforms where you only talk to a chat bot and couldn't ever meet with someone face to face but this is not the case with RQ!

    Ratings Breakdown

    5
    Ease of use
    5
    Value for money
    5
    Customer support
    5
    Functionality
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    Pros:
    Ease of use. Extremely supportive customer support. Both the reviewer and the applicant are able to access their information easily without watching a tutorial. It is extremely intuitive.
    Cons:
    Only issue is not even with RQ itself, but the AMS system we use not being smart enough to connect with outside vendors as intuitively. Despite this, the RQ team was able to find alternatives to the issue.

    Reasons for switching to RQ Platform

    Horrific customer service, not an intuitive platform and couldn't ever get anyone on the phone to help! Always tried to upcharge you.

    Vendor Response

    Thank you for the kind words! We’re so glad to hear RQ Platform's ease of use and intuitive design have been helpful for both you and your applicants. It’s been a pleasure working together, and we really appreciate your flexibility as we navigated the AMS limitations. We’re proud to support your programs - and always here when you need us!

    Replied June 2025

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    CF

    Cameron F.

    Verified reviewer

    Child Day Care Services

    2-10 employees

    Used daily for more than 2 years

    Review source

    Reviewed June 2025

    A Powerful, Time-Saving Platform That Transformed Our Scholarship Process

    5

    Overall, our experience with RQ Platform has been excellent. I was directly involved in bringing it to ECCLA, and it’s made a huge difference in how we operate our scholarship and grant programs. It’s cut down on manual work, increased efficiency, and allowed us to better serve our applicants. The system is robust, adaptable, and has become a critical part of our workflow. We’ve also seen real cost and time savings, which is so important in our nonprofit setting.

    Ratings Breakdown

    5
    Ease of use
    5
    Value for money
    5
    Customer support
    5
    Functionality
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    Pros:
    The RQ Platform has significantly streamlined our scholarship and grant programs. It’s easy to use, highly customizable, and has saved us substantial time and resources. The platform allows us to manage everything—from application intake to review and follow-up—in one place, which has improved both our internal workflows and the experience for applicants. Customer support has also been very responsive and helpful whenever we've had questions or needed changes.
    Cons:
    There have been occasional system bugs, particularly related to page load speeds. At one point, we had to redesign our welcome page to avoid lag and ensure smooth navigation for users. That said, the RhythmQ team was very responsive and worked with us to address these issues, and we’ve seen improvements since.

    Vendor Response

    Thank you for the review! We're so glad to hear that RQ Platform has helped transform your scholarship and grant programs. We appreciate your feedback on performance - our team is always working to improve and support you every step of the way.

    Replied July 2025

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    LG

    Lid G.

    Verified reviewer

    Non-Profit Organization Management

    51-200 employees

    Used daily for less than 2 years

    Reviewed January 2026

    RQ changed our awards for the better

    5

    From the moment we signed up to use the RQ platform, our experieince has been phenomenal with the RQ team. [sensitive content hidden] is so attentive and supportive, even there is a time difference (UK > Canada), we still get timely responses and any issues/queries are resolved. For years, we have hope to launch our awards cycle in October, but we have never managed to, until our first year with RQ. it has simiplied the amount of manual admin work we have had to do, and has given us great insight into our entrants.

    Ratings Breakdown

    5
    Ease of use
    5
    Value for money
    5
    Customer support
    5
    Functionality
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    Pros:
    The RQ platform has transformed the way in which we run our awards. It has simiplified our process for in house team and also for our entrants. Our entrants have found it so easy to use and having the option to have draft submissions on the site very beneficial. The customer support team are incredible at resolving any issues in a timely manner.
    Cons:
    I do not think there are any parts of the platform that we dislike. It does take some time to get used to sorting the reviews phases out.

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    MC

    Michelle C.

    Verified reviewer

    Government Relations

    51-200 employees

    Used weekly for less than 2 years

    Reviewed February 2026

    Great Support and Reliable Platform

    5

    Even when I came to the team with ideas or concepts that weren't yet clear on how to implement them, they translated those ideas into practical, functional solutions within the platform.

    Ratings Breakdown

    4
    Ease of use
    5
    Value for money
    5
    Customer support
    4
    Functionality
    icon
    Pros:
    Customer service has been outstanding, and the team has been very responsive and knowledgeable. The ability to customize applications, reviewer rubrics, and scoring criteria allowed us to align the platform closely with our program’s goals and evaluation standards. In addition, the reviewer interface is intuitive, making it easy for volunteers to navigate and complete reviews efficiently.
    Cons:
    Some advanced features and customization options can take time to fully learn, especially for first-time administrators. RQ platform is that it does not currently offer some advanced capabilities we would find helpful, such as an AI-based sifting or pre-screening tool to analyze applications and further narrow down top candidates. While the platform is strong in structured reviews and scoring, having built-in AI support for initial filtering could further streamline the evaluation process for large applicant pools.

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    AJ

    Alyce J.

    Verified reviewer

    Non-Profit Organization Management

    2-10 employees

    Used monthly for less than 2 years

    Reviewed January 2026

    RQ platform review

    5

    To date, I am very pleased with the platform. [sensitive content hidden] has been a great --- willing to get on a call at any time and always looking for ways to improve the experience for the end user.

    Ratings Breakdown

    5
    Ease of use
    5
    Value for money
    5
    Customer support
    4
    Functionality
    icon
    Pros:
    User Friendly. Most stuff is at our fingertips. The application process has been easy for recipients. Our advisory committee loves the review process - it guides them through the application and scoring section, side by side.
    Cons:
    Seems like grant recipients struggle with uploading documents on the grant acceptance form. Most of them have a jpg document and it only accepts pdf.

    Vendor Response

    Hi Alyce, Thank you so much for sharing your thoughtful feedback, we’re really glad to hear that you’ve been having a positive experience with RQ. We’re sorry to learn that some grant recipients encountered challenges when uploading their documents, and we truly appreciate you bringing this to our attention. The good news is that our system does support alternative file formats, including JPG and others, and we can absolutely adjust this to better suit your needs. We’ve already connected with your Customer Success team, and they’ll be reaching out to make sure the appropriate updates are in place. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any additional questions or if there’s anything else we can help with, we’re always happy to support you. -RhythmQ Team

    Replied January 2026

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    KM

    Kaitlyn M.

    Verified reviewer

    Banking

    201-500 employees

    Used monthly for more than 2 years

    Reviewed January 2026

    Gulf Winds Review

    4

    The team could have been more helpful during our calls; though some of us had used the platform before, there was no helpful guidance, leaving the team to figure it out by ourselves. [sensitive content hidden] was the most helpful on the team. But when giving out edits, I clearly outlined (this text here) - directional text, but that text was applied to the application when it was just for their team to understand and make sure we were on the same page. The same things that If they read if they would have understood. It just made more work and frustration for my team.

    Ratings Breakdown

    5
    Ease of use
    4
    Value for money
    4
    Customer support
    5
    Functionality
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    Pros:
    The ease of the application. Dock is helpful to upload feedback,documents, and changes. However, in our kickoff call they didn't mention dock. I had to ask about it, as I was trying to remember how we did it from the previous year.
    Cons:
    That each of the scholarships have to be under the same program on the drop down. Having those seperated would make for a better experience in my opionion, but the product overall is pretty nice.

    Vendor Response

    Hi Kaitlyn, thank you so much for sharing your feedback and for being a long-time RQ Platform user. We’re glad to hear the platform has been easy to use and that document uploads have been helpful for your team. We also appreciate you pointing out where we could have done better, especially around clearer guidance during kickoff and reducing extra back-and-forth. We would love the opportunity to make this right with you through RQ’s Customer Success team and ensure your experience moving forward is as smooth as possible. Please watch for an email from us, as they will be reaching out directly to connect. Thank you again for taking the time to share your experience. — RhythmQ Team

    Replied January 2026

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