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ephios vs OpenVolMgr
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.
Visit ephios Free plan Open source AndroidSelf-hostedWeb
OpenVolMgr focuses on coordinating community teams, with time tracking, messaging, and shift reporting. Its free self-hosted plan avoids a listed software charge, while ticketing support is limited to Standard and Enterprise and managed deployment has no listed price.
Visit OpenVolMgrThe facts
| ephios | OpenVolMgr | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Yes | Yes |
| Runs on | Android, API, iPhone, Linux, Self-hosted, Web | Android, Self-hosted, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Hosting Starter: €9.99 a month | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 3 | 3 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | ephios.de | openvolmgr.org |
| On event volunteer management software | #1 of 29 | #2 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
OpenVolMgr: what it does well
- Dynamic task assignment and automated time tracking.
- Granular permissions and live analytics support oversight.
- Shift histories export as CSV.
- Managed deployment includes priority support and maintenance.
What to know first
- Ticketing is limited to Standard and Enterprise.
- Managed deployment requires a custom infrastructure quote.
- Self-hosting requires running it on your own infrastructure.
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