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Head-to-head · Sweepstakes Software

PromoSimple vs KingSumo

  • Updated Sep 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 1 check side by side
Higher score PromoSimple #5 in Sweepstakes Software 7.1/10 Free plan · paid from $14/mo (annual) Free plan Visit PromoSimple
KingSumo #7 in Sweepstakes Software 6.8/10 Free plan · paid from $49 Free plan Visit KingSumo

PromoSimple leads on 0 checks, KingSumo on 0, and 1 is even. Who comes out ahead on the 1 yes/no, price and count check where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scorePromoSimple · 7.1/10
  • Free planboth

PromoSimple scores higher on our rubric for sweepstakes software: 7.1 against 6.8 out of 10; our editors rank them #5 and #7.

On winner selection, PromoSimple gives you Both where KingSumo offers Random.

PromoSimple is the better fit for small teams needing affordable multi-format contests. KingSumo is the better fit for simple, low-cost giveaways with referrals.

  • PromoSimple fits best

    Small teams needing affordable multi-format contests

  • KingSumo fits best

    Simple, low-cost giveaways with referrals

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Side by side

Feature PromoSimple 7.1/10 Visit ↗ KingSumo 6.8/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 7.1 6.8
Ranking #5 in Sweepstakes Software #7 in Sweepstakes Software
Best for Small teams needing affordable multi-format contests Simple, low-cost giveaways with referrals
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free plan + paid
Starting price $14/mo Not published
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud Cloud
Platforms Web Web
Support Email, Docs Docs
Integrations 5 integrations 2 integrations
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Solo, Small business, Mid-market
Specs
Entry limit Not published Not published
Winner selection Both Random
Entry methods email and Facebook login, Facebook visits or likes, Twitter follows or tweets, Instagram likes or follows, Pinterest follows or pins, polls, surveys, quizzes, refer-a-friend links, custom form fields Email; Facebook; social-account follows; link clicks; friend referrals
Campaign types giveaways, sweepstakes, contests, polls, surveys, quizzes, refer-a-friend campaigns Giveaways; sweepstakes
Fraud controls Not published Not published
Native integrations Not published Not published
Our review
Pros
  • Free plan includes reporting and random or manual winner selection
  • Supports social actions, polls, surveys, quizzes, and referrals
  • Embeds on websites, blogs, and Facebook pages with CSV exports
  • Unlimited giveaways with referral-based bonus entries
  • Embeddable forms, reminders and multiple prizes or winners
  • $49 one-time plan adds branding, tracking and custom rules
Cons
  • Free Plan social entries cover only Facebook and Twitter
  • Web-only deployment limits native app options
  • Advanced design, white labeling, and analytics integration require Premium
  • Campaign scope centers on giveaways and sweepstakes
  • Web-only deployment may not suit app-based workflows
  • Integration options are limited to Zapier and Integrately
Our verdict

PromoSimple is a web-based promotion platform for bloggers, small businesses, brands, and agencies running giveaways, sweepstakes, contests, polls, surveys, quizzes, or refer-a-friend campaigns. It provides branded entry forms, participant…

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KingSumo is a cloud-based, web giveaway platform for businesses, creators and publishers that want to grow email lists and audience reach. Entrants can join through email or Facebook, follow social accounts, click links or refer friends…

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  1. PromoSimpleSweepstakes Software 7.1Free plan · paid from $14/mo (annual)
  2. KingSumoSweepstakes Software 6.8Free plan · paid from $49

Strengths and trade-offs

  • PromoSimple — where it wins

    • Free plan includes reporting and random or manual winner selection
    • Supports social actions, polls, surveys, quizzes, and referrals
    • Embeds on websites, blogs, and Facebook pages with CSV exports

    Where it doesn't

    • Free Plan social entries cover only Facebook and Twitter
    • Web-only deployment limits native app options
    • Advanced design, white labeling, and analytics integration require Premium

  • KingSumo — where it wins

    • Unlimited giveaways with referral-based bonus entries
    • Embeddable forms, reminders and multiple prizes or winners
    • $49 one-time plan adds branding, tracking and custom rules

    Where it doesn't

    • Campaign scope centers on giveaways and sweepstakes
    • Web-only deployment may not suit app-based workflows
    • Integration options are limited to Zapier and Integrately
  • PromoSimple7.1/10 · Free plan · paid from $14/mo (annual)

    Affordable, multi-format sweepstakes software with social entries, polls, and winner controls.

    Visit PromoSimpleFull verdict →
  • KingSumo6.8/10 · Free plan · paid from $49

    A low-cost giveaway tool with referrals, tracking and unlimited campaigns.

    Visit KingSumoFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Sep 2026

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