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ephios vs EventRota
Both stand on event volunteer management software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Open source AndroidAPIiPhone+3
ephios brings event signups, qualifications, and volunteer coordination together, with either self-hosting or a hosted option. Self-hosting has a substantial production setup, while the listed hosted Starter plan covers 100 users.
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Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb
EventRota focuses on managing shifts, volunteers, and shared details for one-off events, with plans billed per event. Check the people and email limits, especially if an event may need additional email capacity.
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| ephios | EventRota | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Yes | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, API, iPhone, Linux, Self-hosted, Web | Android, iPhone, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Hosting Starter: €9.99 a month | See the plans |
| Plans published | 3 | 4 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | ephios.de | eventrota.com |
| On event volunteer management software | #1 of 29 | #4 of 29 |
ephios: what it does well
- Volunteer self-signup and shift scheduling
- Mobile web app supports push notifications
- Read-only calendar feeds for several calendar apps
- Open-source plugin system supports custom workflows
- Hosted Starter includes installation and maintenance
What to know first
- Self-hosting generally needs several server components
- Professional pricing is available by arrangement only
- Volunteer reporting is basic
EventRota: what it does well
- Rota tools include auto-fill and rotation sequences.
- Volunteers can set availability by shift.
- Event information can include maps and documents.
- Mobile app and browser access are listed.
- Email support is included on every plan.
What to know first
- Free plan is limited to 10 people and 200 emails.
- Sending pauses at an event's email limit.
- Not intended for recurring schedules or timesheets.
- Continuous availability is not guaranteed.
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