SimpleTix Fees Add Up Fast. Here's How Zeffy Keeps Ticket Revenue at 100%

SimpleTix charges $0.79 + 2% + card fees per ticket. Zeffy covers all fees and adds donations, auctions, and CRM in one place.

Zeffy is trusted by 100,000+ nonprofits

Zeffy VS SimpleTix

Zeffy VS SimpleTix: What nonprofits should know before choosing.

Pricing

Completely free. Always. But how? →

Varies.

$0.79 + 2% + card fees per ticket

Processing fees

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

2.9% + $0.30.

per ticket (payment processor fee via Square, Stripe, PayPal, etc.)

Platform fees

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

$0.79 + 2%.

Online: $0.79 + 2% per ticket (capped at $9.99 max); On-site: $0.25 per ticket; Virtual/Livestream events: $0.50 per registrant; tickets $5 or below: $0.25 flat fee; free tickets for general admission/flex pass events: free

Monthly fees

0/month.

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

$0.

No monthly fees for standard Online and On-site plans; Premium plan: $49/month (plus $0.79 per ticket)

Other fees

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

$0.99.

No setup fees; nonprofit organizations receive 10% discount on service fees; Express plan: $0.99 per ticket

Pricing transparency

10/10.

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

7/10.

Pricing clearly shown on dedicated page with explicit fees, but processing fees require external research

Value for money

5/5.

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

N/A.

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, 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 ticket sales only, not fundraising or donor relationships

Ticketing

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

Full event ticketing with reserved seating, multiple ticket types, and 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 campaigns

Auctions

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

No auction support - ticketing platform only, requires separate auction software for fundraising events

Raffles

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

No raffle features - requires workarounds or separate platforms for prize drawings

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 tools - designed for event ticketing only, not ongoing member relationships or programs

Donor management/CRM

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

Attendee data and purchase history only - no donor profiles, giving tracking, or nonprofit CRM features

Emails & Newsletter

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

Event confirmation and ticket delivery 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 digital wallet support for ticket purchases

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 - credit card only checkout limits large donor 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 - requires separate POS system for door sales and event check-in

Support

5/5.

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

4.7/5.

Support built for commercial event organizers, not nonprofits. Email and phone help available, but no mission-focused guidance.

Help Center

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

No public help center focused on nonprofits; support is handled primarily via email and phone.

Email Support

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

Email support with standard response times - not tailored to nonprofit event needs or timelines

Phone Support

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

Phone support available during business hours only - no evening or weekend coverage for events

Onboarding

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

No dedicated onboarding or training — only self-service setup resources and documentation.

Community

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

No community forum or official user groups available for nonprofits.

Zeffy is 100% free, always.

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Why Zeffy over SimpleTix?

Sell tickets and raise funds in one place, with zero fees

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Sell tickets and raise funds in one place, with zero fees

SimpleTix handles ticketing, but you still need separate tools for donations, auctions, and donor follow-up. Zeffy does it all, for free.

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Your gala shouldn't cost you twice

SimpleTix charges fees on every ticket sold. Zeffy doesn't. Keep 100% of what your supporters give, so your event actually raises what you planned for.

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One platform for the whole fundraiser

SimpleTix handles ticketing, but you'll need separate tools for auctions, raffles, and donations. Zeffy runs your entire fundraiser in one place, no add-ons required.

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Get help from people who know nonprofits

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

Questions nonprofits ask when choosing between Zeffy and SimpleTix

Does Zeffy really charge zero fees for event ticketing?

Yes. Zeffy charges zero platform fees on ticket sales. Donors have the option to leave a voluntary contribution to keep the platform free for nonprofits like yours.

Can I run auctions and raffles alongside ticket sales on Zeffy?

Yes. Zeffy lets you sell tickets, run auctions, manage raffles, and collect donations in one place. No need to juggle multiple platforms or pay for separate tools.

How quickly does Zeffy's support team respond to questions?

Zeffy's support team responds in 2–6 hours and knows nonprofit fundraising. You'll get help from people who understand your events, not just ticketing software.

Can I collect donations and sell tickets on the same event page?

Yes. Zeffy lets you add donation options directly to your ticketing page. Supporters can buy tickets and give extra in one checkout, no separate forms needed.

How much does SimpleTix cost compared to Zeffy?

SimpleTix charges $0.79 + 2% per ticket, plus credit card processing fees (typically 2.9% + $0.30 per transaction). Zeffy charges nothing — no platform fees, no processing fees. For a 100-ticket event at $25 each, you'd pay $174 in SimpleTix fees versus $0 with Zeffy.

What payment methods does Zeffy accept for ticket sales?

Zeffy accepts credit cards, debit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and ACH bank transfers. SimpleTix doesn't fully support all of these options, which can limit how your supporters pay.

Can Zeffy do more than just ticketing?

Yes. Zeffy is an all-in-one platform that includes donations, peer-to-peer fundraising, auctions, raffles, memberships, an online store, donor management (CRM), and email tools. SimpleTix focuses mainly on ticketing.

How much can my nonprofit save by switching from SimpleTix to Zeffy?

A nonprofit selling 100 tickets per month can save over $1,500 annually by switching to Zeffy. On a single $50 ticket, you'd pay $2.44 to SimpleTix versus $0 to Zeffy.

Is Zeffy really free, or are there hidden fees?

Zeffy is 100% free for nonprofits. There are no platform fees, no transaction fees, and no credit card fees. Zeffy stays free through optional donor tips, which are never required.

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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!