Head-to-head · Nonprofit Online Donation Software
Givebutter vs Raisely
Givebutter leads on 0 checks, Raisely on 0, and 2 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 2 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreGivebutter · 9.3/10
- Free planboth
- Free trialonly Givebutter
Givebutter scores higher on our rubric for nonprofit online donation software: 9.3 against 8.8 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #6.
Givebutter is the better fit for broad fundraising on a free plan. Raisely is the better fit for branded campaigns with strong supporter tools.
- Givebutter fits best
Broad fundraising on a free plan
- Raisely fits best
Branded campaigns with strong supporter tools
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Side by side
| Feature | Givebutter 9.3/10 Visit ↗ | Raisely 8.8/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 9.3 | 8.8 |
| Ranking | #2 in Nonprofit Online Donation Software | #6 in Nonprofit Online Donation Software |
| Best for | Broad fundraising on a free plan | Branded campaigns with strong supporter tools |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | $29/mo | $714/yr |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | 30 days | — |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile | Cloud |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Web |
| Integrations | 16 integrations | 8 integrations |
| Features Givebutter 1/4 · Raisely 1/4 | ||
| Recurring gifts | ✓ | ✓ |
| Embedded donation forms | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Automated receipts | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Campaign pages | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
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| Donation pages | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Payment methods | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
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| Our verdict | Givebutter is a web-based fundraising and donor management platform for nonprofits and other organizations. It brings together customizable donation forms, fundraising pages, peer-to-peer and team campaigns, virtual and in-person events,… Read the review → |
Raisely is a web-based fundraising platform for charities and nonprofit organisations. It combines donation forms, recurring giving, peer-to-peer fundraising, ticketed events, branded fundraising websites, supporter management, reporting,… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Givebutter — where it wins
- Free plan covers forms, events, auctions, CRM, and engagement
- Supports recurring gifts, peer-to-peer, team, and event fundraising
- Web, mobile, API access, and broad third-party integrations
Where it doesn't
- Payment-processing charges depend on donor-tip settings
- Advanced workflows and reporting require Givebutter Plus
- Plus pricing varies by billing term and contact tier
Raisely — where it wins
- Free plan includes unlimited fundraising websites and campaigns
- Supports recurring gifts, peer-to-peer fundraising, and event registration
- Custom tags, segments, reports, and automated supporter messages
Where it doesn't
- Paid Pro features start at $119 per month
- Payment processing fees are charged separately by Stripe or PayPal
- Salesforce integration is provided through MoveData
- Givebutter9.3/10 · Free plan · 30-day trial
A broad nonprofit fundraising platform with substantial free-plan coverage.
Visit GivebutterFull verdict → - Raisely8.8/10 · Free plan
A flexible nonprofit fundraising platform with free campaigns and paid supporter automation.
Visit RaiselyFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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