Side by side
DonorCloud vs GiveSignup
Both stand on peer-to-peer fundraising software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Web
DonorCloud combines fundraising pages, event registration, donor records and Gift Aid tools for UK charities and CASCs. Its free plan and trial offer a way to start, while paid-plan fees and Stripe requirements are worth checking.
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GiveSignup combines fundraising, event registration, marketing, and check-in tools for nonprofit events. Organizers should account for cart-based processing rates on paid events and the flat donation fee.
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| DonorCloud | GiveSignup | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Web | Android, API, iPhone, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Growth: £39 a month | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 3 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | donorcloud.co.uk | givesignup.org |
| On peer-to-peer fundraising software | #9 of 26 | #5 of 26 |
DonorCloud: what it does well
- Branded campaigns support images, videos and custom content.
- Accepts both one-off and monthly donations.
- Events include ticketing and attendee tracking.
- All plans support CSV import and export.
- Authenticator-app two-factor authentication is available on all plans.
What to know first
- Stripe fees are charged separately.
- HMRC API claim submissions are limited to paid plans.
- Growth allows up to 2 users.
GiveSignup: what it does well
- Free plan with no subscription or monthly fee
- Includes customizable event websites and unlimited email sends
- Supports team pages, leaderboards, rewards, and donation appeals
- Check-in app includes QR scanning and volunteer management
- Reports export to CSV, Sheets, Excel, and other services
What to know first
- Paid-event processing fees vary by cart total
- Donations carry a flat 4% processing fee
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