Side by side
Helfertool vs TeamKinetic
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 LinuxSelf-hostedWeb
Helfertool covers volunteer registration, shift management, communications, exports, badges, and equipment tracking. Its self-hosting requirements and installation-wide timezone are important to consider before choosing a deployment.
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Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+1
TeamKinetic offers a free entry tier and paid options for organisations that need more opportunities, reporting or administrative support. Check Community’s three-opportunity limit and the separate yearly cost for a branded app.
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| Helfertool | TeamKinetic | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Linux, Self-hosted, Web | Android, API, iPhone, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Not published | Essentials: £29 a month |
| Plans published | None | 4 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | helfertool.org | teamkinetic.co.uk |
| On event volunteer management software | #13 of 29 | #9 of 29 |
Helfertool: what it does well
- Events can have any number of jobs and shifts.
- Job administrators can be limited to their job’s helpers.
- Exports available in Excel or PDF.
- Supports local accounts, LDAP, and OpenID Connect.
- Barcode tools track items loaned during shifts.
What to know first
- Self-hosting requires Docker Engine, a database, RabbitMQ, a reverse proxy, and a mail server.
- Documented languages are English and German.
- Timezone is configured for the whole installation, not per event.
TeamKinetic: what it does well
- Unlimited volunteer accounts across every package.
- Free plan includes basic reporting.
- Free mobile app is available for iOS and Android.
- Growth includes phone support and custom reports.
- Enterprise includes API and integrations.
What to know first
- Community limits users to three live opportunities.
- Community includes only one admin account.
- Branded app has a yearly cost of £800.
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