Instrumentl's matching is genuinely excellent — but at $299–$999/mo it's built for orgs running dozens of applications at once. If you're a small shop with a handful of grants in flight, Seek gives you AI matching and AI drafting for free, as part of a whole free suite.
| Seek · 501 Labs | Instrumentl | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free for nonprofits | $299–$999/mo |
| AI grant matching | Yes | Yes |
| AI application drafting | Yes | Yes (higher tiers) |
| Funder database | Yes | Yes — larger database |
| Best for | Small shops, a few grants at a time | High-volume grant teams |
| Price | Free for nonprofits | $299–$999/mo |
Comparison based on publicly available information as of June 2026. We keep these honest — if something here is out of date, tell us and we'll fix it.