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# Compare GoFundMe vs Zeffy

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> Detailed comparison between GoFundMe and Zeffy. Check ratings, reviews, pricing, and features to make the best decision for your business.

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## At a Glance

| Metric | GoFundMe | Zeffy |
| **Overall rating** | 4.3/5 | 4.8/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 68 | 473 |
| **Starting Price** | - | CA$0,00 |
| **Free Trial** | Yes | Yes |
| **Free Version** | Yes | Yes |
| **Deployment** | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Linux (Desktop), Chromebook (Desktop) |
| **Support** | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, 24/7 (Live rep) | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, Chat |
| **Training** | In Person, Live Online, Webinars, Documentation | Live Online, Webinars, Documentation, Videos |

## Best for

### GoFundMe

Designed for nonprofit organizations, it is a fundraising solution that helps with discovering fundraisers, collect donations, creating landing pages,  activating recurring donations, and more.

### Zeffy

Zeffy is the only zero-fee fundraising platform for nonprofits. &#10;Best suited for small and medium nonprofit organizations. Serving over 100,000  nonprofits across North America.

## Key features

### GoFundMe

- API
- Accounting Integration
- CRM
- Campaign Management
- Communication Management
- Contribution Tracking
- Donor Management
- Electronic Payments
- Email Marketing
- Event Management
- Event Scheduling
- For Nonprofits
- Fundraising Management
- Member Database
- Mobile Giving
- Real-Time Analytics
- Receipt Management
- Recurring Giving
- Reporting & Statistics
- Social Media Integration

### Zeffy

- API
- Accounting Integration
- CRM
- Campaign Management
- Communication Management
- Contribution Tracking
- Donor Management
- Electronic Payments
- Email Marketing
- Event Management
- Event Scheduling
- For Nonprofits
- Fundraising Management
- Member Database
- Mobile Giving
- Real-Time Analytics
- Receipt Management
- Recurring Giving
- Reporting & Statistics
- Social Media Integration

## Links

- [View GoFundMe Profile](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/158457/crowdrise)
- [View Zeffy Profile](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/220131/zeffy)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.co.za/compare/158457/220131/crowdrise/vs/zeffy)

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