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# Compare SmartRec vs Zeffy

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

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## At a Glance

| Metric | SmartRec | Zeffy |
| **Overall rating** | 4.3/5 | 4.8/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 148 | 497 |
| **Starting Price** | CA$99,00 | CA$0,00 |
| **Free Trial** | Yes | Yes |
| **Free Version** | No | Yes |
| **Deployment** | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Linux (Desktop), Chromebook (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) |
| **Support** | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, Chat | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, Chat |
| **Training** | In Person, Live Online, Webinars, Documentation, Videos | Live Online, Webinars, Documentation, Videos |

## Best for

### SmartRec

Government agencies (parks and rec), non-profits (YMCAs, JCCs), small businesses (camp, swim schools, afterschool and class activities).

### Zeffy

Zeffy is built for small and medium nonprofits, charities, schools, churches, sports teams and PTAs in the US, Canada, UK, Germany, Ireland and Australia looking for zero-fee fundraising software.

## Key features

### SmartRec

- API
- Access Controls/Permissions
- Accounting Integration
- Activity Tracking
- CRM
- Communication Management
- Customizable Forms
- Customizable Reports
- Dues Management
- Email Marketing
- Email Reminders
- Email Templates
- Event Management
- Member Database
- Membership Management
- Mobile Access
- Online Forms
- Real-Time Reporting
- Reporting & Statistics
- Volunteer Management

### Zeffy

- API
- Access Controls/Permissions
- Accounting Integration
- Activity Tracking
- CRM
- Communication Management
- Customizable Forms
- Customizable Reports
- Dues Management
- Email Marketing
- Email Reminders
- Email Templates
- Event Management
- Member Database
- Membership Management
- Mobile Access
- Online Forms
- Real-Time Reporting
- Reporting & Statistics
- Volunteer Management

## Links

- [View SmartRec Profile](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/198905/smartrec)
- [View Zeffy Profile](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/220131/zeffy)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.co.za/compare/198905/220131/smartrec/vs/zeffy)

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