Bookitbee Only Sells Tickets. Need Donations, Auctions, and CRM Too?

Compare 0% fees vs Bookitbee's 6.5% + processing. See the full feature breakdown below.

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Zeffy VS Bookitbee

Zeffy VS Bookitbee: What nonprofits should know before choosing.

Pricing

Completely free. Always. But how? →

3.5%.

platform cut + card fees

Processing fees

$0 in credit card and transaction fees. Zeffy covers these. How? →

2.9% + $0.30.

Transaction fees apply through Stripe; exact fees vary by region (typically 2.9% + $0.30 per transaction in US)

Platform fees

Zeffy never takes a cut. Unlike platforms that skim 3–5%, you keep 100% of every donation.

3.5%.

Standard: 3.5% of ticket price; Plus: 6.5% of ticket price with fee caps by currency (GBP £0.50–£19.95, USD $0.75–$24.95 per ticket)

Monthly fees

0/month.

No subscriptions, no paywalls. Every org, big or small, gets full access for free.

$0.

No monthly subscription fees.

Other fees

We've never charged a single cent to nonprofits and we never will.

£2.50.

Free events are always free; payment plan facility costs £2.50 per booking; no initial setup fees.

Pricing transparency

10/10.

No platform fees, no credit card fees, no hidden fees, no fees period!

7/10.

Clear pricing page with percentages, but processing fees through Stripe aren't explicitly stated.

Value for money

5/5.

450+ reviews on Capterra. All-in-one fundraising, zero fees, unbeatable value.

4.5/5.

Features

5/5.

No training needed. Built for busy nonprofit teams, not tech pros. Launch a campaign in under 30 minutes.

4.6/5.

Event ticketing platform only - no donation forms, memberships, or year-round fundraising tools

Donations

Donations without the cut. Custom forms, tax receipts, donor tracking — all fee-free.

No donation tools - built for ticket sales only, not fundraising or donor relationships

Ticketing

Sell tickets, check in guests, track sales — and keep 100%. No fees. No fine print.

Event ticketing with free and paid tickets, seating options, and attendee check-in tools

Peer-to-Peer Fundraising

Teams or individuals launch fundraising pages in minutes. Track progress, keep 100%. No fees.

No peer-to-peer tools - attendees can't create fundraising pages or recruit supporters

Auctions

Run auctions without giving up a percentage. List items, track bids, collect payments — all fee-free.

No auction features - event ticketing platform only, requires separate auction software

Raffles

Host online raffles and 50/50s. Track sales, set ticket limits, stay compliant — all without paying a cent.

No raffle features - requires separate platform for prize draws and compliance tracking

Online Store

Skip the tool sprawl. Sell merch and manage your store in one place — no fees, no add-ons.

No store functionality - can't sell merchandise, memberships, or products alongside tickets

Memberships

Automate memberships with no per-member fees. Dues go straight to your org — perfect for clubs, alumni, and supporters.

No membership tools - designed for single events and ticket sales, not ongoing member relationships

Donor management/CRM

Ditch the expensive CRM. Track donations, send thank-yous, and build donor loyalty — all fee-free.

Attendee data only - no donor profiles, giving history, or nonprofit relationship tracking

Emails & Newsletter

Manage contacts and send newsletters from the same place you fundraise. Unlimited sends, no fees.

Event confirmation emails only - no fundraising campaigns or donor communication tools

Payment Processing

Accept donations, ticket sales, and payments — all 100% fee-free. No cuts, no hidden fees, ever.

Stripe integration with automated payouts and multiple payment methods

Payment Methods

All-in-one fundraising: donations, events, memberships, email, and donor CRM — 100% free.

Credit cards and digital wallets only. No ACH, bank transfers, or in-person payment options.

Credit Card Payments

Accept all major credit cards with zero processing fees. Zeffy covers the cost — you keep 100% of every donation.

All major credit and debit cards accepted for ticket purchases with processing fees passed to buyers

Apple Pay & Google Pay

One-tap donations and tickets with Apple Pay & Google Pay. No fees, just smooth mobile checkouts.

Apple Pay and Google Pay supported at checkout for faster mobile ticket purchases

ACH / Bank Transfers

Accept bank transfers with zero fees. Full donation amounts go straight to your mission.

No ACH bank transfers available - card payments only for all ticket transactions

Tap to Pay App

Anyone on your team can take payments from their phone. No card reader, no fees, no friction.

No in-person payment collection - online ticket sales only, requires separate setup for door sales

Support

5/5.

Real humans, real fast. Free email and phone support — no bots, no paywalls, no runaround.

4.3/5.

Support built for commercial ticketing, not nonprofits. UK-only phone hours and email-only help with no mission-focused guidance.

Help Center

Searchable help docs, video tutorials, and step-by-step guides — all free, all the time.

Knowledge base and help articles available, but content is geared toward commercial event organizers with limited nonprofit guidance.

Email Support

Email us anytime. Most questions answered within hours — not days.

Email support available but built for commercial events - limited nonprofit fundraising expertise.

Phone Support

Need to talk? Call us. Real support from real people who understand nonprofits.

Phone support available during UK business hours only - limited availability for US nonprofits.

Onboarding

Get set up in under 30 minutes. No training required — but we're here if you need us.

Self-service onboarding only; no dedicated nonprofit onboarding or setup assistance.

Community

Join thousands of nonprofits sharing tips, templates, and best practices.

No community forum or user groups available.

Zeffy is 100% free, always.

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Why Zeffy over Bookitbee?

Run your gala and your year-round fundraising in one place

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Run your gala and your year-round fundraising in one place

Bookitbee sells tickets. Zeffy runs your entire nonprofit — donations, memberships, auctions, and events — with zero platform fees.

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Your gala shouldn't cost you 6.5% of every ticket

Bookitbee charges up to 6.5% per ticket plus processing fees. Zeffy is 100% free, so every dollar from your event goes to your mission, not platform costs.

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One platform for tickets, donations, and donor relationships

Bookitbee only handles ticket sales. Zeffy gives you ticketing, donations, auctions, CRM, and email tools in one place, so you can run your whole event without juggling platforms.

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Get help from people who understand nonprofit fundraising

Bookitbee's support is built for commercial events. Zeffy's team knows nonprofit fundraising, responds in 2–6 business hours, and never charges for help.

Questions nonprofits ask when choosing between Zeffy and Bookitbee

Does Zeffy really charge zero platform fees for event ticketing?

Yes. Zeffy charges zero platform fees for ticketing, donations, and all fundraising tools. Donors have the option to leave a voluntary contribution to keep Zeffy free for nonprofits.

Can I collect donations and sell tickets on the same platform?

Yes. Zeffy lets you sell tickets, collect donations, run auctions, and manage memberships in one place. You don't need separate platforms for your gala and year-round fundraising.

What payment methods can attendees use to buy tickets on Zeffy?

Attendees can pay with all major credit and debit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and ACH bank transfers. All payment options are included at no extra cost to your nonprofit.

How quickly does Zeffy pay out funds from ticket sales?

Zeffy deposits funds within 2-5 business days of each transaction. You get paid faster than waiting until after your event, so you can cover expenses and manage cash flow without delays.

Does Zeffy include donor CRM tools to track giving history, segment supporters, and build relationships beyond your event?

Yes. Zeffy includes donor CRM tools to track giving history, segment supporters, and build relationships beyond your event. Bookitbee only stores attendee data for ticket sales.

What does Bookitbee charge per ticket compared to Zeffy?

Bookitbee charges 3.5% to 6.5% per ticket depending on your plan, plus Stripe processing fees (typically 2.9% + $0.30 per transaction). Zeffy charges nothing. You keep 100% of every ticket sale.

Can I run auctions and raffles with Bookitbee?

No. Bookitbee is a ticketing-only platform. Zeffy includes auctions, raffles, peer-to-peer fundraising, memberships, and an online store, all in one place with no fees.

Is Zeffy a good alternative to Bookitbee for nonprofits?

Yes. Zeffy offers everything Bookitbee does for ticketing, plus donations, CRM, email tools, and year-round fundraising. Unlike Bookitbee, Zeffy is 100% free with no platform or processing fees.

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“We were incurring a ton of fees for our past fundraising platform and Zeffy has helped us receive so much more of our donations.”

Zeffy has been invaluable in helping me track our donors, sales, events, and revenue in one spot. The coolest thing about Zeffy is it really is free!

Everything about Zeffy suits us starting with (of course, NO fees) but also the ease of use and customer experience as well as their client support!!

Zeffy is very easy to use and ensures that every dollar quickly gets into our account.. A huge help to our work!

Zeffy is very simple, allows for a lot of customization and seamlessly integrates into our website. The fact that all of this is free is still wild to me.

We couldn't believe there was a free payment platform for our Girl Scout group. Zeffy took ZERO fees from us, which is huge when you run on very small amounts of money.

We were ready to sell tickets in less than 30 minutes. The reporting capabilities were better than some other paid-for sites.

Since using Zeffy, our conversion rate of donations has skyrocketed. It's an easy platform to use. Plus customer support has always been responsive and helpful!