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 is 100% free, always.
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.
Frequently asked questions
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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