Head-to-head · Nonprofit Fundraising Software
Givebutter vs RallyUp
Givebutter leads on 0 checks, RallyUp on 0, and 5 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 5 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreGivebutter · 9.2/10
- Free planboth
- Free trialonly Givebutter
Givebutter scores higher on our rubric for nonprofit fundraising software: 9.2 against 8.5 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #8.
Givebutter is the better fit for nonprofits needing broad free fundraising tools. RallyUp is the better fit for organizations running varied fundraising campaigns.
- Givebutter fits best
Nonprofits needing broad free fundraising tools
- RallyUp fits best
Organizations running varied fundraising campaigns
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Side by side
| Feature | Givebutter 9.2/10 Visit ↗ | RallyUp 8.5/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 9.2 | 8.5 |
| Ranking | #2 in Nonprofit Fundraising Software | #8 in Nonprofit Fundraising Software |
| Best for | Nonprofits needing broad free fundraising tools | Organizations running varied fundraising campaigns |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | $29/mo | — |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | 30 days | — |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile | Cloud |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Web |
| Integrations | 16 integrations | 14 integrations |
| Features Givebutter 4/4 · RallyUp 4/4 | ||
| Donation forms | ✓ | ✓ |
| Recurring donations | ✓ | ✓ |
| Peer-to-peer fundraising | ✓ | ✓ |
| Event fundraising | ✓ | ✓ |
| Specs | ||
| Campaign reporting | Advanced | Advanced |
| Payment processing | Separate | Separate |
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| Our verdict | Givebutter brings donation forms, fundraising pages, events, auctions, peer-to-peer campaigns, donor management, and communications into one web-based platform. It is aimed at nonprofits and other organizations that want to run campaigns… Read the review → |
RallyUp is an online fundraising platform for nonprofits and other organizations running multiple kinds of campaigns. It covers one-time and recurring donation pages, crowdfunding, peer-to-peer team and participant pages, raffles,… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Givebutter — where it wins
- Free plan combines donation forms, events, auctions, CRM, and engagement.
- Supports recurring gifts, peer-to-peer campaigns, and hybrid events.
- Integrates with tools including Salesforce, QuickBooks Online, and Mailchimp.
Where it doesn't
- Payment-processing charges depend on donor-tip settings.
- Advanced workflows and custom reports require Givebutter Plus.
- Plus pricing varies by billing frequency and contact tier.
RallyUp — where it wins
- Supports donations, peer-to-peer, auctions, raffles, events, and a-thons
- Free plan has no platform fee and optional donor tipping
- Connects with CRMs, email tools, analytics, Zapier, and a REST API
Where it doesn't
- Flex platform fees vary by component from 2.9% to 6.9%
- Payment-processing fees are separate from platform fees
- Enterprise pricing is custom
- Givebutter9.2/10 · Free plan · 30-day trial
Broad free fundraising and donor-management tools, with paid upgrades for automation and reporting.
Visit GivebutterFull verdict → - RallyUp8.5/10 · Free plan
A broad fundraising toolkit with a free plan and percentage-based paid fees.
Visit RallyUpFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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