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ControlShift vs SocialToaster
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.
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ControlShift focuses on organizing supporters through events, groups and campaigns, with moderation by organizations. Prospective customers should confirm order-form scope and review the stated integrations caveat for GDPR subprocessors.
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SocialToaster combines content distribution and curation with sharing analytics, while Enterprise adds engagement and integration options. Check the plan’s user limits and included features against your organization’s needs; there is no free plan, but a 30-day trial is available.
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| ControlShift | SocialToaster | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Not published | A free trial |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | API, Web | Android, API, iPhone, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Starter: $30 a month |
| Plans published | 1 | 8 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | controlshiftlabs.com | socialtoaster.com |
| On advocacy software | #16 of 28 | #12 of 28 |
ControlShift: what it does well
- Supports 15 languages, including Arabic and Hebrew.
- Organizations can moderate supporter-submitted events and petitions.
- Data storage can be selected between US and EU regions.
- Provides authenticated REST APIs, webhooks and bulk data.
- Maker says it will not share or sell supporter information.
What to know first
- Intended only for progressive organizations and campaigns.
- Pricing is available on request.
- Included tools depend on each customer's order form.
- Listed integrations are not authorized GDPR subprocessors.
SocialToaster: what it does well
- Distributes content through email, SMS, Slack, and Teams.
- Analytics track clicks, shares, engagement, and user activity.
- Enterprise includes leaderboards, incentives, and managed contests.
- 30-day trial allows up to 500 notifications monthly.
What to know first
- No free plan is listed.
- Basic excludes managed services, strategic consulting, and gamification.
- Basic excludes contests, integrations, and customizations.
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