Boston Software
The leading comparative rating solution for independent insurance agents
Overview
Boston Software is a privately held comparative rating software vendor established in 1995, specializing in insurance rating solutions for independent agents and carriers. The company pioneered the industry's first Windows-based rating system called WinRater in September 1995 and has since evolved to offer modern web-based solutions.
Based in Needham, Massachusetts, Boston Software serves hundreds of insurance agencies primarily in Massachusetts. The company celebrated 30 years in business in September 2025. Their platform enables independent agents to compare premiums across 24+ Massachusetts carriers, streamlining the quoting process for personal and commercial lines insurance.
Boston Software maintains strategic relationships with industry-leading software vendors, insurance organizations, and component integrators. They are members of ACORD, APT, and ISO, demonstrating their commitment to industry standards and interoperability.
Products & Services
SinglePoint Rating
SinglePoint Rating is a web-based comparative rating application that replaces the legacy WinRater desktop application. It brings all of WinRater's features to a modern, flexible web environment.
Key Features
- Real-time rates pulled directly from carrier rating engines
- Comparative quotes across 24+ Massachusetts carriers
- Integration with agency management systems
- Direct submission to carrier portals
Target Users: Independent Insurance Agents
SinglePoint EVR (Electronic Vehicle Registration)
SinglePoint EVR enables agencies to handle same-day vehicle registration without visiting RMV branches.
Key Features
- Agency-level plate issuance
- Same-day vehicle registration
- Eliminates back-and-forth processing errors
- Full-service provider positioning
Target Users: Independent Insurance Agents
SinglePoint RTA Get Ready
A pre-approval system built in partnership with the RMV that guides users through the RTA (Road Test Appointment) process.
Key Features
- RMV compliance workflows
- Pre-approval validation
- Step-by-step guidance
- Branch interaction preparation
Target Users: Insurance Consumers, Agents
WinRater
The original Windows-based comparative rating software launched in 1995, now being superseded by SinglePoint.
Key Features
- Personal lines rating (auto, homeowners, dwelling/fire, umbrella)
- Commercial lines rating (workers compensation)
- Multi-carrier comparison
- Legacy desktop interface
Target Users: Independent Insurance Agents
At a Glance
- Founded
- 1995
- Headquarters
- Needham, Massachusetts
- Employees
- 11-50
- Funding
- Bootstrapped
Category & Focus
- Category
- Comparative Rating
- Subcategories
- Multi-Carrier Quoting Real-Time Rating Agency Management Integration
- Insurance Verticals
- P&C
- Target Customers
- Agents, Agencies
Customers
- Hundreds of Massachusetts independent insurance agencies
Last updated: 2026-03-25