ClickBid Pricing Breakdown: $895/Year + 3.5% Fees vs. Zero With Zeffy
ClickBid charges $895 annually plus 3.5% on every bid. Zeffy covers all fees — compare features below.
Zeffy is trusted by 100,000+ nonprofits
Run your auction and keep every dollar you raise
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Run your auction and keep every dollar you raise
Zeffy gives you mobile bidding, ticketing, and donor tools with zero platform fees or transaction costs, so your gala revenue goes to your mission
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Run fundraisers year-round, not just at auction time
Clickbid is built for big galas. Zeffy works for every campaign you run — donations, memberships, raffles, and events — without paying $895 upfront.
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Keep more of what you raise, starting now
Clickbid charges 3.5% per transaction plus annual licensing fees. Zeffy is 100% free, so your donors' contributions go directly to your mission.
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Get started in minutes, not months
Clickbid requires training webinars and auction setup. Zeffy works right away — create your first form, send it out, and start raising funds today.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Zeffy cost compared to Clickbid?
Zeffy is 100% free with no platform fees or transaction costs. Clickbid charges $895 per year plus 3.5% on every transaction, which adds up quickly when you're raising funds.
Can I use Zeffy for more than just auctions?
Yes. Zeffy supports donations, memberships, raffles, ticketing, and peer-to-peer campaigns. Clickbid focuses on auctions and events, so you'll need other tools for year-round fundraising.
Do I need training to start using Zeffy?
No. Create your first form in minutes and start raising funds right away. Clickbid requires training webinars and complex auction setup before you can launch your first campaign.
Does Zeffy support mobile bidding for auctions?
Yes. Zeffy offers mobile bidding, ticketing, and donor management for auctions without the $895 annual fee or 3.5% transaction costs that Clickbid charges. Donors can pay with credit cards, debit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and ACH bank transfers. All payment options are included at no cost to your organization.
What are the hidden fees with Clickbid?
Beyond the $895 annual subscription, Clickbid charges 3% to 3.5% per transaction plus payment processing fees (around 2.9% + $0.30). These costs add up fast, especially for high-volume events.
Is Zeffy really free, or is there a catch?
Zeffy is 100% free for nonprofits. The platform is funded by optional donor tips, which are never required. Your organization keeps every dollar raised with zero platform, transaction, or credit card fees.
Does Clickbid charge processing fees on top of the subscription?
Yes. Clickbid charges payment processing fees (typically 2.9% + $0.30) in addition to the $895 annual fee and 3% to 3.5% transaction fee. Zeffy covers all processing fees, so you pay nothing.
Can I get support if I'm not tech-savvy?
Zeffy offers unlimited free expert support with no restricted hours. Clickbid limits support availability, which can be challenging when you're setting up a complex auction or event.
How much could my nonprofit save by switching from Clickbid to Zeffy?
If you raise $10,000 at an auction, Clickbid would cost you $895 plus $350 to $650 in transaction fees. With Zeffy, you keep the full $10,000.
Keep comparing — and see why nonprofits choose Zeffy
Zeffy was built for nonprofits like yours
focus on what matters
Built for small teams with big missions.
Zeffy is the fundraising platform that cuts out the fees, clears up your tech mess, and puts your cause first — so your team, even if you're a small team wearing many hats or a one-person show, can focus on what really matters.
ZERO-FEE
Keep 100% of every dollar.
No platform fees. No processing fees. No catch. We know it sounds too good to be true, but it's not. Every penny goes straight to your mission, while competitors take 2-3% off every donation.
ALL-IN-ONE PLatform
Ditch the tech mess.
Stop bouncing between MailChimp, Eventbrite, and all those spreadsheets. Now you can handle donations, ticket sales, memberships, raffles, and all your donor info in one spot.
plug-and-play
Get going, fast.
Built for teams like yours — whether you're volunteer-led or have limited staff. Set up donation forms, sell tickets, and launch campaigns without needing a tech wizard. It's super easy, and you'll be up and running in minutes.
mobile-first
Fundraise from every device, anywhere.
From QR codes on flyers to Tap-to-Pay on a phone, Zeffy makes it easy to accept donations on the go. Mobile-optimized and offline-ready, so no donor slips through the cracks.
No turnover
Never lose a donor to volunteer transition.
Centralize supporter relationships, automate thank-you messages, and preserve institutional knowledge when board members rotate out.
100,000+ nonprofits trust Zeffy — and keep their fees at $0.
For 7+ years, Zeffy has supported nonprofits with free, user-friendly fundraising tools.
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As a startup nonprofit with only two members, and no funding (yet) we’d need something with low (or no) fees. Zeffy was a dream come true.
Masey, Loose Ends.
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