Head-to-head · Online Voting Software
ElectionBuddy vs TapVoter
ElectionBuddy leads on 0 checks, TapVoter on 1, and 3 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 4 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreElectionBuddy · 9.2/10
- Free planboth
ElectionBuddy scores higher on our rubric for online voting software: 9.2 against 8.4 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #8.
On voter authentication, ElectionBuddy gives you 2fa where TapVoter offers Basic. TapVoter leads on voter limit: 10000 voters versus 350 voters.
ElectionBuddy is the better fit for feature-rich elections with flexible pricing. TapVoter is the better fit for low-cost elections with high voter capacity.
- ElectionBuddy fits best
Feature-rich elections with flexible pricing
- TapVoter fits best
Low-cost elections with high voter capacity
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Side by side
| Feature | ElectionBuddy 9.2/10 Visit ↗ | TapVoter 8.4/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 9.2 | 8.4 |
| Ranking | #2 in Online Voting Software | #8 in Online Voting Software |
| Best for | Feature-rich elections with flexible pricing | Low-cost elections with high voter capacity |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | $27/yr | $49/yr |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Deployment | Cloud | Cloud |
| Platforms | Web | Web |
| Support | Email, Phone, Live chat, Docs | Docs |
| Built for | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features ElectionBuddy 2/2 · TapVoter 2/2 | ||
| Anonymous ballots | ✓ | ✓ |
| Audit trail | ✓ | ✓ |
| Specs | ||
| Voter authentication | 2fa | Basic |
| Ballot types | Ranked_choice | Ranked_choice |
| Voter limit | 350 voters | 10000 voters (best) |
| Election limit | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Result export | Csv | Csv |
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| Our verdict | ElectionBuddy is a cloud-based platform for organizational elections, polls, and meeting votes. It is designed for associations, nonprofits, schools, unions, governments, companies, and other member-based organizations that need to create… Read the review → |
TapVoter is a web-based election and polling platform for nonprofits, schools, homeowner associations, unions, and other organizations. Its free Elections plan supports unlimited elections, up to 10,000 voters per election, five voting… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
ElectionBuddy — where it wins
- Supports ranked, cumulative, preferential, STV, approval, and scored voting
- Offers anonymous ballots, auditability, reports, and CSV data export
- Covers email, SMS, mail, web notices, API access, and webhooks
Where it doesn't
- Advanced API access and webhooks are limited to Professional plans
- SMS notice is an add-on on ElectionVote Plus
- Pay-per-election and pay-per-meeting pricing can vary by use case
TapVoter — where it wins
- Free elections support up to 10,000 voters each
- Five voting methods include ranked-choice, STAR, and approval
- Anonymous ballots, transparency logs, audit trails, and CSV exports
Where it doesn't
- Voter authentication is basic
- The platform is web-only
- Advanced analytics and reports require a Pro plan
- ElectionBuddy9.2/10 · Free plan
A flexible voting platform with broad ballot methods and pay-per-use plans.
Visit ElectionBuddyFull verdict → - TapVoter8.4/10 · Free plan
A low-cost web voting platform with broad ballot support and a 10,000-voter free tier.
Visit TapVoterFull verdict →
ElectionBuddy vs TapVoter: questions
Which is better for online voting software, ElectionBuddy or TapVoter?
ElectionBuddy scores higher on our rubric for online voting software: 9.2 against 8.4 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #8.
How do ElectionBuddy and TapVoter compare?
Of the 4 checks we put side by side, ElectionBuddy leads on none, TapVoter on 1, and 3 are level. Voter limit: 10000 voters on TapVoter vs 350 voters.
Do ElectionBuddy and TapVoter have a free plan?
ElectionBuddy: Yes. TapVoter: Yes.
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Nov 2026
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