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Qtego charges 2.9% + $0.30 per transaction. Zeffy includes ticketing, auctions, and donor CRM — all free.

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Zeffy VS Qtego

Zeffy VS Qtego: What nonprofits should know before choosing.

Pricing

Completely free. Always. But how? →

Varies.

Custom quote + 2.9% + card fees

Processing fees

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

2.9% + $0.30.

per transaction, or 3.5% flat rate

Platform fees

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

N/A.

Custom quote required for platform fees; no public pricing listed

Monthly fees

0/month.

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

N/A.

No annual fee; monthly pricing available only via custom quote

Other fees

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

Varies.

No hidden fees; customized pricing based on features and services needed

Pricing transparency

10/10.

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

3/10.

No public pricing page. Must contact sales for quotes. Only processing fees visible.

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.

4.4/5.

Event registration platform only - no donation forms, donor management, or year-round fundraising tools

Donations

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

No donation tools - built for event registration only, not fundraising or donor relationships

Ticketing

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

Event registration and ticketing with custom forms and attendee management features

Peer-to-Peer Fundraising

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

No peer-to-peer fundraising - designed for event registration, not campaign-based fundraising

Auctions

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

Silent and live auction tools with mobile bidding, item management, and real-time bid tracking

Raffles

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

No raffle tools - requires separate platform or manual management for fundraising games

Online Store

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

No store functionality - focused on event tickets, not merchandise or product sales

Memberships

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

No membership management - focused on event registration and ticketing for single events only

Donor management/CRM

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

Basic attendee data and event history - no donor profiles, giving tracking, or fundraising CRM

Emails & Newsletter

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

Event confirmation and reminder emails only - no donor communication or fundraising campaign tools

Payment Processing

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

Integrated payment processing with credit card and ACH options for event transactions

Payment Methods

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

Credit cards only. No digital wallets, 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 event ticket sales and registration fees.

Apple Pay & Google Pay

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

No digital wallet support - traditional card entry required for all event payments.

ACH / Bank Transfers

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

No ACH bank transfer option - card payments only for event registrations and ticket purchases.

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 tools - online registration only for event management.

Support

5/5.

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

4.8/5.

Support built for corporate events, not nonprofits. Email-only help with unclear response times and no dedicated mission-focused team.

Help Center

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

Yes - Comprehensive help center with step-by-step guides built specifically for nonprofits

Email Support

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

Email support available but response times unclear - no dedicated nonprofit team or expertise

Phone Support

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

Phone support availability unclear - appears to be email-focused with no clear office hours

Onboarding

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

Support built for corporate events, not nonprofits. Email-only help with unclear response times and no dedicated mission-focused team.

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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How is Zeffy free?

Why Zeffy over Qtego?

Run your gala without losing hundreds to fees or juggling tools

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Run your gala without losing hundreds to fees or juggling tools

Zeffy gives you ticketing, auctions, and donations in one place, with zero platform fees, so you can focus on your event instead of your budget.

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Keep more of what you raise, without the quote runaround

Qtego charges 2.9% + 30¢ per transaction and requires custom pricing quotes. Zeffy is 100% free — no fees, no quotes, no surprises.

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Run your whole fundraiser in one place, not just the gala

Qtego handles event ticketing and auctions, but you'll need separate tools for donations, peer-to-peer, and donor follow-up. Zeffy does it all.

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Get help from people who actually understand small nonprofits

Qtego's support is built for corporate events. Zeffy's team knows nonprofit fundraising — and responds in 2–6 business hours, no upsells required.

Questions nonprofits ask when choosing between Zeffy and Qtego

Can I collect donations and sell raffle tickets alongside my event tickets?

Yes. Zeffy lets you sell event tickets, run auctions, collect donations, and manage raffles all in one platform. No need to patch together multiple tools or pay for separate subscriptions.

Does Zeffy really charge zero fees for event ticketing and auctions?

Yes. Zeffy charges zero platform fees on ticket sales, auction bids, and donations. Donors have the option to leave a voluntary contribution to keep the platform free for nonprofits.

Can I run my entire fundraising event on Zeffy, or just sell tickets?

Zeffy handles ticketing, silent and live auctions, donation forms, peer-to-peer campaigns, and donor management in one platform. You won't need separate tools or subscriptions.

How quickly can I get help if something goes wrong during my event?

Zeffy's support team responds within 2–6 business hours and specializes in nonprofit fundraising. You'll get help from people who understand your event goals, not corporate conferences.

How much does Qtego charge per transaction?

Qtego charges 2.9% + $0.30 per transaction, plus custom pricing that varies by event. On $10,000 raised, that's roughly $320 in fees. Zeffy charges zero platform or transaction fees, so you keep the full amount.

Does Qtego require a custom quote to see pricing?

Yes. Qtego requires custom pricing quotes, which can make it hard to predict your total costs upfront. Zeffy's pricing is simple: it's always free with no hidden fees or quotes needed.

Can I manage donors after my event with Qtego?

Qtego focuses on event ticketing and auctions but lacks built-in donor management tools. Zeffy automatically captures attendee data and includes a free CRM for follow-up communications.

Is Qtego designed for nonprofits or corporate events?

Qtego's support and features are geared toward corporate events. Zeffy is built specifically for nonprofits, with dedicated support from people who understand fundraising goals.

What's the catch with Zeffy being free compared to Qtego?

There's no catch. Zeffy covers all fees and stays free through optional donor tips that are never required. Nonprofits keep 100% of what they raise, unlike Qtego's 2.9% + $0.30 per transaction.

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100,000+ nonprofits trust Zeffy — and keep their fees at $0.

For 7+ years, Zeffy has supported nonprofits with free, user-friendly fundraising tools.

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.

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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!