Comparison

QT9 vs. Greenlight Guru: Which is Best for Your Business?

Q: What if I outgrow Greenlight Guru or want to support other industries later?

That’s where QT9 has advantage. Multi-industry flexibility means you’re not locked into device workflows only.

Last Updated 11/4/2025

Choosing the right Quality Management System is more than just picking software. It’s about matching your workflows, regulatory demands and growth plans. In this comparison, we’ll look at how QT9 QMS stacks up against Greenlight Guru in key areas including industry specialization, modules & features, validation and pricing.

Compare features, compliance, pricing and industry fit to see why QT9 QMS offers a compelling alternative to Greenlight Guru

QT9 QMS

Greenlight Guru

Ease of Use (G2 rating)

⭐ 9.4/10

⭐ 8.6/10

Support Quality (G2 Rating)

⭐ 9.6/10

⭐ 9.5/10

Core QMS Modules

Document Management
Version control, e-signatures, audit trails

CAPA Management
Automated workflows and root cause tracking

Audit Management

Risk Management

Training & e-Learning

Calibration Management

Deployment & Usability

Implementation Time Under 30 Days

Validation Simplicity

Pricing & Licensing

Simple Pricing

All modules included (complete system)

Pay by module

Free Trial Available

7-day trial available

N/A

Concurrent Licensing

Unlimited Support & Free Upgrades

QT9 QMS is best for

Small-to-mid-size regulated manufacturers in medical device, life sciences and industrial sectors seeking rapid implementation and transparent pricing.

Go live in 30 days or less

Greenlight Guru is best for

Large medical device manufacturers requiring deep design control functionality, integrated risk management, and collaboration between product development and quality teams.

Go live in 2-3 months (avg)

⭐ 4.8 / 5 (on G2) • 108 reviews

High ease of use and fast time-to-value for SMB and mid-market teams.
Responsive support and smooth implementation.
Centralizes CAPA, document control, training & audits in one platform.

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⭐ 4.5 / 5 (on G2) • 400 reviews

Purpose-built for medical device companies with strong design control and risk management features.
Comprehensive support for FDA 21 CFR Part 820, ISO 13485, and EU MDR compliance.
Streamlined workflows for device-specific processes, but limited flexibility for non-medical industries.

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In short: QT9 QMS leads in user-satisfaction (4.8 vs 4.5) and is highly rated among small/mid-sized users for ease-of-use and rapid implementation. Greenlight Guru, while highly regarded within the medical device industry, has a narrower focus and can require more time to implement for larger teams. Some users note limitations outside the device sector and a steeper learning curve during onboarding

* G2 ratings and review counts reflect public G2 listings as of November 4, 2025.

Why QT9 outperforms Greenlight Guru

Feature-by-Feature G2 Ratings

Based on verified G2 reviews (October 2025), QT9 QMS consistently outperforms Greenlight Guru QMS across every major quality management module:

CAPA Management: 9.2 vs 8.4
Audit Management: 8.8 vs 8.3
Risk Management: 8.5 vs 8.5
Training & LMS: 9.4 vs 8.9
Support Quality: 9.5 vs 9.4

These ratings highlight QT9’s faster implementation, easier configuration, and higher overall user satisfaction compared with Greenlight Guru's medical device focused platform.

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Rapid Implementation

Go live in 30 days or less, while Greenlight Guru projects typically span 2-3 months.

Ease of Use

Rated 9.4 / 10 for usability on G2; minimal training time and intuitive navigation for quality teams. Compared to Greenlight Guru rated 8.6 / 10.

Transparent Pricing

One subscription includes all modules, free upgrades and unlimited support. No annual service fees or hidden costs.

All-in-One Platform

Every core QMS module (CAPA, Document, Audit, Risk, Training, Calibration) included at one price.

Validated & Compliant

Pre-validated (IQ/OQ/PQ) software and FDA 21 CFR Part 11 ready out of the box.

Top-Tier Support

U.S.-based team with unlimited training and fast response times — a 9.5 support score vs 9.4 for Greenlight Guru.

Summary

For medical device organizations seeking a validated QMS that delivers speed, transparency, and value, QT9 QMS provides a simpler, faster, and more cost-effective alternative to Greenlight Guru, with the flexibility to support multiple regulated industries as you grow

It’s the ideal choice for small-to-mid-size manufacturers and life-science teams that need enterprise-grade quality management without enterprise-level complexity or pricing.

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"Concurrent logged in licensing with unlimited users. Budget is known each year and predictable. Do not have to spend additional but limited budget for "light" users, power users, and those in between. Employee portal for training record completion not taking up active user license. Doc Portal add on absolutely worth it.

Curtis C.

Quality Manager
Verified G2 review

"It is a one-stop shop for the QMS documents and quality records, and it is cost-effective due to concurrent licensing, which allows customers to need fewer licenses. All processes are straightforward and easy to implement, with a user-friendly interface. The software system is validated, and it has a great customer service support team.

Brenda H.

System Administrator
Verified G2 review

"The added traceability of product compared to our current system is a fantastic improvement. Each module and/or feature is laid out the same for ease of use. The training modules and courses for each feature are easy to follow and match the system very well. In addition, customer support is very quick to respond and help with any issues.

Damon S.

Quality Manager
Verified G2 review

QT9 vs. Greenlight Guru FAQs

Yes, Greenlight Guru is focused on medical device firms, with strong support for device-specific workflows. If you manufacture only devices, it may be a fit. If you do more, you’ll want a broader platform.

Absolutely! QT9 offers full support for ISO 13485, FDA Part 11, EU MDR, and many other standards and can be configured for device-industry workflows.

Costs vary by modules, users and deployment. In general, QT9 tends to offer more predictable costs and fewer required add-ons; device-specific vendors like Greenlight Guru may have premium pricing due to specialization. QT9 uses a concurrent licensing pricing model, while Greenlight Guru charges for each user.

That’s where QT9 has advantage. Multi‐industry flexibility means you’re not locked into device workflows only.

No. Greenlight Guru is a cloud-only solution. QT9 QMS gives you the choice of cloud or on-premise deployment, depending on your company’s IT and compliance requirements.