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Alter Domus vs NAV Fund Administration

A side-by-side comparison of Alter Domus and NAV Fund Administration — two options for fund admin & back office. Pricing, features, and honest pros and cons.

Alter Domus

4.0
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NAV Fund Administration

4.1
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Category
Fund Admin & Back Office
Fund Admin & Back Office
Rating
4.0 / 5
4.1 / 5
Pricing
Enterprise / Custom
Custom / Quote
Best for
Funds raising from international LPs or using Lux vehicles
Cost-conscious managers with straightforward structures
Key features
  • Cross-border fund administration
  • Luxembourg and European vehicle expertise
  • Depositary and regulatory services (AIFMD)
  • Fund accounting and investor reporting
  • SPV and holding-company administration
  • Fund accounting and NAV calculation
  • Investor services and reporting
  • Tax support and K-1 preparation
  • Multi-asset coverage including digital assets
  • In-house technology platform
Pros
  • Genuine multi-jurisdiction depth
  • Institutional credibility with European LPs
  • One provider across complex entity stacks
  • Among the most cost-effective credible administrators
  • Decades of operating history and client retention
  • Handles crypto-adjacent vehicles many admins refuse
Cons
  • Big-firm pricing and processes
  • Less nimble for small US-only venture funds
  • Hedge-fund heritage — venture workflows are an adaptation
  • Leaner service model than white-glove rivals