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OpenPoll vs Votey
Both stand on polling software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan APISelf-hostedWeb
OpenPoll covers linked, live polls with moderation and no-registration creation. Its API limit is worth noting for integrations that need frequent requests.
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Free plan Web
Votey brings several live audience activities into a browser-based room, with QR-code joining and presentation support. The free tier has monthly event and room-size limits; Pro adds unlimited capacity and exports.
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| OpenPoll | Votey | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | API, Self-hosted, Web | Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Pro: £19.99 a month |
| Plans published | 1 | 2 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | openpoll.app | votey.co |
| On polling software | #10 of 32 | #28 of 32 |
OpenPoll: what it does well
- Polls display responses in real time.
- Moderation controls who can vote and when.
- No account is required to start creating polls.
- Works on desktop, tablet, and mobile.
- Open-source with self-hosting options.
What to know first
- API use requires a key.
- API limit is 10 requests per hour per key.
- No free trial is listed.
Votey: what it does well
- Participants join by QR code or short code without an account.
- Offers polls, word clouds, quizzes, ratings, rankings, and Q&A.
- Pro exports to PowerPoint, CSV, HTML, and PDF.
- Pro removes participant and event limits.
- The site states median response latency under 200ms.
What to know first
- Free permits one event per month.
- Free rooms are limited to 25 participants.
- Free includes Votey branding and no data exports.
- Pro costs £19.99 a month.
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