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Masttro vs Addepar dominates most discussions, but many single family offices find that these enterprise platforms are overkill for their needs. Asora is a purpose-built alternative for SFOs that need automation, alternative asset support, and modern user experience without enterprise complexity (or prices).

This comparison highlights real-world differences for family office buyers rather than technical feature battles.

The family office technology space is starting to oversaturate with options. However, most single family offices don’t actually need traditional enterprise wealth management platforms. Platforms like Masttro and Addepar get all the analyst attention, but that doesn’t mean they’re the right fit for your operation.

Asora has carved out a unique position for family offices that want end-to-end functionality without the operational headaches that come with enterprise software. We’re talking family office software built for lean teams managing complex wealth who need automation that works instead of systems that require full-time IT staff to maintain.

This isn’t going to be another feature-by-feature comparison where we count how many custodian connections each platform has. Instead, we’ll unpack what each platform actually does for real-world family office teams so you can figure out which one fits your specific situation and operational style.

What Really Matters for Single Family Offices

Let’s ditch the marketing brochures and feature lists—what actually matters when you’re running a family office is whether the investment management software makes your life easier or more complicated. You need platforms that handle the unique challenges of managing generational wealth: 

  • Complex entity structures
  • Alternative investments that don’t fit neat categories
  • Family members who want different levels of access
  • Operational teams that are lean by necessity

Ultimately, it doesn’t matter how many features the platform has. It matters which ones understand how family offices actually operate and deliver value without creating new operational burdens.

1. Data Aggregation & Asset Visibility for SFOs

Use case: “We have assets with multiple banks, plus direct/private investments. We need a single source of truth across everything—including alternatives and non-bankable assets.”

  • Addepar has thousands of custodian connections and handles large public financial data aggregation well, but the setup can be overwhelming for lean teams seeking help with informed investment decisions. Family offices with accounts in smaller or regional institutions may have trouble connecting to Addepar, and data mapping cannot be customised.
  • Masttro provides solid global aggregation with good wealth mapping and DocAI for automated document processing, though both Masttro and Asora require more manual input for alternatives and private investments.
  • Asora automatically aggregates data from banks and custodians, offering flexible data mapping and high data quality – even for smaller or regional institutions. Thanks to Asora’s automated data capture, Omnia Capital Partners eliminated three-week manual reporting processes, achieving a single source of truth for client wealth. Plus, Asora guarantees it can build new connections with any bank that provides a data feed.

2. Performance & Reporting for Family Members

Use case: “Our principals want quick, understandable performance snapshots across all entities, currencies, and alternatives.”

  • Addepar delivers comprehensive data analytics and management, but often overwhelms family principals with complexity and technical jargon. While Addepar offers a client portal that admins can set up for families, many principals ultimately rely on PDF reports due to the platform’s complexity.
  • Masttro provides consolidated reporting capabilities but can feel cumbersome for quick insights and requires technical know-how to customize.
  • Asora prioritizes usability with performance-monitoring dashboards that family members can actually understand and customize without technical support. Bardfour Family Office finds Asora simple for the family to use, but flexible enough for the team to grow into.

3. Integrations & Workflow Support for Lean SFO Teams

Use case: “We want our tech to talk to our accountant, CRM, and legacy systems with minimal manual work.”

  • Addepar offers extensive API access but requires technical resources and developer expertise to implement.
  • Masttro provides standard integrations but workflows often need manual intervention and ongoing maintenance.
  • Asora focuses on practical automation for lean teams, offering automated reconciliation, workflow support, and portfolio management – all without requiring dedicated IT staff. Integrations are built natively into the platform, delivering an end-to-end solution for various stakeholders.

4. User Experience — Adoption by SFO Staff & Family Members

Use case: “We need a wealth management solution that’s easy for staff, family members, financial advisors, and wealth advisors to actually use without months of onboarding.”

  • Masttro can feel complex and traditional, demanding upfront training and ongoing support for usage.
  • Addepar is powerful but notoriously difficult for non-technical users to navigate without extensive training. It typically requires a dedicated individual or small team to manage data in the system, and due to its high level of customisation, implementation timelines can be significantly long.
  • Asora prioritizes intuitive design so family members can access complex portfolio information through native mobile apps (no long training required). The platform’s intuitive user interface means principals actually use it instead of reverting to requesting reports from staff.

5. Security, Privacy & Compliance for SFOs

Use case: “We’re dealing with sensitive family data, global privacy laws, and internal trust issues.”

  • Addepar provides comprehensive compliance features with detailed audit trails and enterprise-grade security infrastructure, and is SOC2 compliant.
  • Masttro offers robust security protocols with good document sharing controls and standard compliance certifications.
  • Asora combines bank-level encryption with granular access controls designed for family financial data privacy and is both GDPR- and ISO27001-compliant. Omnia Capital Partners said Asora’s document management helped them reduce email file sharing by over 50%.

6. Onboarding, Service & Support for SFO Success

Use case: “We can’t spend 6 months implementing a new system. What does onboarding, training, and ongoing support really look like?”

  • Addepar typically requires 3-6 months of implementation, but can take longer based on the level of customization required with enterprise-style support that can feel impersonal and ticket-driven.
  • Masttro involves lengthy setup processes with limited ongoing support for family office specific needs.
  • Asora delivers value fast, with most clients live on the platform within 4–6 weeks, supported by dedicated onboarding teams who understand family office operations.

7. SFO-Specific Features & Differentiators

Use case: “We need unique SFO management software for multi-entity asset owners, private deal tracking, family governance, etc.”

  • Addepar handles complex ownership structures comprehensively but can be overkill for pure family office needs with unnecessary institutional features.
  • Masttro offers wealth mapping and global capabilities but lacks deep SFO focus and purpose-built family office workflows.
  • Asora is built exclusively for family offices, offering automated data aggregation, ownership structure visualization through the Wealth Map, and timely dashboards for clear, actionable insights. The platform provides comprehensive multi-entity accounting with look-through visibility, and features like pipeline tracking to match real-world family office needs.

Overview Table: Masttro vs Addepar vs Asora

Masttro Addepar
Headquarters/Founded New York, NY / 2012 Mountain View, CA / 2009 Dublin, Ireland / 2022
Regional Focus North America North America Global (Americas/EMEA/APAC)
Main Client Focus Family offices and wealth managers, $250M–$1B+ AUM Large MFOs and RIAs, $500M–$1B+ AUM Family offices of all sizes, $30M–$1B+ AUM
Asset Support Private assets and public assets. Private assets and public assets. Private assets and public assets.
Pricing Model Fixed pricing, not based on AUM Minimum flat fee; AUM-based pricing for higher tiers Tier-based pricing starting at $900/month (based on assets)
Key Differentiators Global footprint, wealth mapping, secure sharing Market leader, extensive customisation, long-standing presence in wealth tech, and trading suite for enterprises & RIAs with in-house trading SFO-focused, rapid implementation, intuitive interface and ease of navigation, wealth mapping, and secure data/document sharing
Supported Platforms Web, limited mobile Web, iOS only Web, native iOS/Android apps
Integrations/API Standard integrations, API available Extensive integration ecosystem, Open API platform Essential integrations, growing ecosystem
Free Trial/Demo Demo available Demo available Demo available
Notable Use Cases International SFOs, complex structures Enterprises, RIAs, Large FOs UHNWIs and lean FO teams

User Reviews, Real-World Results, and Testimonials

Feature comparisons can help, but real-world results (from actual family offices) tell a more accurate story about the platform.

Omnia Capital Partners switched to Asora after struggling with manual reporting processes that took three weeks to complete. “The security features and data protection were relevant in driving our decision-making process, and we are thoroughly impressed with the overall experience,” says Paul Bakker. They’ve reduced files sent through email by over 50% and now have a single source of truth for client wealth.

Capstone Family Office experienced a similar transformation. “The time savings alone have been substantial,” says Donald Campbell. “Having accurate and up-to-date information has allowed us to be more proactive—identifying risks and opportunities earlier and making faster decisions.” They reduced reporting time from days to under 10 minutes using Asora’s Wealth Map.

Bardfour Family Office was live on Asora in under 4 weeks and uses the platform to guide estate planning discussions. With Asora’s full ownership view, they can easily restructure entities and ensure assets are held in the right structures.

Conclusion: Which Platform Is Best for Your Family Office in 2025?

Each platform has earned its place in the market for different reasons. Masttro serves family offices that need global reach and complex wealth mapping. Addepar dominates with customizable features and extensive integrations.

However, most single family offices don’t need enterprise-grade complexity. They need comprehensive wealth management platforms that eliminate manual work, provide intuitive interfaces that family members actually use, and offer quick implementation.

Asora is purpose-built specifically for this market segment. It delivers institutional functionality through a family friendly experience, with reliable automation, strong alternative asset support, and go-live timelines measured in weeks rather than months.

The question isn’t which platform has the most features. It’s which one will make your family office operations more efficient while providing the oversight and insights your family actually needs.

See how Asora can transform your family office operations. Request a personalized demo and learn why single family offices are choosing modern solutions over enterprise complexity.

FAQs about Masttro vs Addepar vs Asora

Which is the best fit for complex SFOs?

 That mostly depends on your definition of “complex.” Addepar is great at financial-institution-scale complexity, while Asora handles family office complexity with better usability and faster implementation.

How do they compare on pricing and onboarding?

Asora offers transparent, tier-based pricing starting at $900/month, and typically gets clients live within 4–6 weeks. Masttro provides flat-fee pricing, while Addepar offers both AUM-based and fixed pricing options for smaller family offices. Masttro and Addepar implementations usually take 3–6 months.

Which is best for alternatives/private assets?

Asora leads with purpose-built alternative asset tracking. Addepar handles alternatives comprehensively but with more complexity. Masttro provides solid coverage but requires more manual input.

Can I migrate data from Masttro or Addepar to Asora?

Yes, Asora provides dedicated migration support and onboarding teams to handle client data transfer and staff training during transitions.

Which platform offers the best user experience?

Asora prioritizes intuitive design with native mobile apps. Masttro and Addepar are more traditional and can’t be used without lengthy training.

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Asora Team

Team Asora is a group of experts in finance, technology, and wealth management, dedicated to providing innovative, user-friendly solutions that streamline operations and empower family offices globally.

Asora Team

Team Asora is a group of experts in finance, technology, and wealth management, dedicated to providing innovative, user-friendly solutions that streamline operations and empower family offices globally.