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Action Network vs New/Mode
Both stand on advocacy software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan APIWeb
Action Network brings campaign publishing, supporter communications, event management, and fundraising together for progressive organizing. Review the usage-based email charges and mobile add-on before choosing a plan.
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Free plan APIWeb
New/Mode combines supporter outreach channels with petitions, email campaigns and integrations across several plan levels. Check the free-tier cap and contact allowances against your campaign setup before choosing a plan.
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| Action Network | New/Mode | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | No | Not published |
| Runs on | API, Web | API, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | See the plans | Grassroots: $13 a month |
| Plans published | 5 | 4 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | actionnetwork.org | newmode.net |
| On advocacy software | #4 of 28 | #8 of 28 |
Action Network: what it does well
- Organizers can publish several types of campaigns.
- Email includes automation, targeting, and analytics.
- Event tools include ticketing and self check-in.
- Lists can be downloaded.
What to know first
- Mobile messaging is a separate add-on.
- API access is limited to paying partners.
- Email charges vary by usage on Movement and Network.
New/Mode: what it does well
- Individual is free and includes Smart Petitions.
- Supports email, phone, social media and letters to editors.
- Lists numerous CRM, website and email integrations.
- API is described as RESTful and OSDI compliant.
- Higher plans list email or priority support.
What to know first
- Free tier has a hard cap in specified circumstances.
- Grassroots includes 1,000 contacts before additional charges.
- Teams includes three administrator users.
- Movement Builder+ is listed from $349 per contact.
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