Cake Equity
7.5#2 in startup founder toolsFrom $1,000 a yearFree planAndroidiOSWeb
VisitCake Equity vs Diligent Equity
Diligent Equity
5.3#25 in equity compensation management softwareWeb
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Cake Equity | Diligent Equity |
|---|---|---|
| Cap table | The platform manages cap tables and provides audit logs and reporting. | It tracks stocks, options, warrants and convertible notes, shows the cap table in real time and keeps past versions for an audit trail. |
| Headquarters | Venice, California, United States | New York, United States |
| Purpose | Cake describes itself as an equity management platform for growing startups, covering cap table accuracy, compliance readiness, and employee ownership. | The software manages option plans, supports cap table accuracy and helps companies prepare to raise capital. |
| Support | The Pro plan includes priority support through a dedicated Slack channel. | The cap table page says Diligent’s customer service team is available 24/7/365. |
Cake Equity plans
- FreeFree
- Build$1,000 a year
- Team$2,750 a year
- ProPriced on request
Diligent Equity plans
- Diligent EquityPriced on request
Pick Cake Equity if…
Cake suits startup founders and finance teams managing equity, fundraising, and compliance, as well as employees, investors, and attorneys who need access to equity or investor information.
Pick Diligent Equity if…
Diligent Equity suits growth-stage companies managing ownership records, option plans, employee grants, and fundraising preparation. It also fits teams needing scenario modeling, reporting, and employee access.