Head-to-head · Nonprofit Event Management Software
Swell Fundraising vs RegFox
Swell Fundraising leads on 0 checks, RegFox on 0, and 4 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 scoreSwell Fundraising · 9.0/10
- Free planonly RegFox
- Most featuresRegFox · 2 of 6
Swell Fundraising scores higher on our rubric for nonprofit event management software: 9.0 against 8.8 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #5.
Swell Fundraising is the better fit for fundraising galas and hybrid nonprofit events. RegFox is the better fit for complex hybrid events needing extensive workflows.
- Swell Fundraising fits best
Fundraising galas and hybrid nonprofit events
- RegFox fits best
Complex hybrid events needing extensive workflows
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Side by side
| Feature | Swell Fundraising 9.0/10 Visit ↗ | RegFox 8.8/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 9.0 | 8.8 |
| Ranking | #3 in Nonprofit Event Management Software | #5 in Nonprofit Event Management Software |
| Best for | Fundraising galas and hybrid nonprofit events | Complex hybrid events needing extensive workflows |
| Pricing model | Paid | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | Pricing on request | $499/mo |
| Free plan | Not checked yet | ✓ (best) |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile | Cloud, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, iOS | Web, iOS, Android |
| Support | Email, Docs | Email, Live chat, Phone, Community, Docs |
| Integrations | 6 integrations | 20 integrations |
| Built for | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features Swell Fundraising 1/6 · RegFox 2/6 | ||
| Event registration | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| Ticketing | Not checked yet | ✓ (best) |
| Invitations | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Attendee check-in | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Attendance reporting | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Event email tools | Not checked yet | ✓ (best) |
| Specs | ||
| Supported event formats | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
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| Our verdict | Swell Fundraising is a cloud-based platform for nonprofit organizations running fundraising events and campaigns. It brings together campaign and event websites, customizable templates, ticketing, table and seating management, online… Read the review → |
RegFox is event registration and management software for organizers running conferences, workshops, camps, trainings, retreats, classes, trade shows, and other events. It combines branded registration pages, conditional attendee workflows,… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Swell Fundraising — where it wins
- Combines ticketing, seating, donations, and peer-to-peer fundraising
- Supports in-person, virtual, and hybrid event delivery
- Provides check-in, live totals, leaderboards, and donor data downloads
Where it doesn't
- Pricing is handled through client proposals or onboarding
- AI features are not included
- Platform access is listed for web and iOS
RegFox — where it wins
- Conditional workflows, sessions, payments, and attendee management
- Synchronized QR check-in, badge printing, and attendee app
- Hybrid content plus integrations with CRM, marketing, and accounting tools
Where it doesn't
- Standard and Premium charge per-registration fees
- Professional starts at $499 per month billed annually
- Its extensive feature set may exceed simple event requirements
- Swell Fundraising9.0/10 · Pricing on request
A focused toolkit for nonprofit events, campaigns, ticketing, and donor engagement.
Visit SwellFull verdict → - RegFox8.8/10 · Free plan
A broad toolkit for complex hybrid events, with fees and a high paid-tier entry point.
Visit RegFoxFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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