Wix Charges 2.9% + $0.30 Per Donation. Zeffy Charges Nothing.

Compare Wix's $17–$159/month plans plus processing fees against Zeffy's zero-fee fundraising tools.

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Zeffy VS Wix

Zeffy VS Wix: What nonprofits should know before choosing.

Zeffy
Wix
Pricing
Zeffy:

$

0.

Completely free. Always. But how? →

Wix:

Varies.

Card fees plus monthly plans

Processing fees
Zeffy:

$

0.

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

Wix:

2.9% + $0.30.

Wix Payments credit/debit cards in USA and Canada; same rate for Apple Pay; POS 2.6% per transaction; EU 1.9% + €0.30; UK 2.1% + £0.20; Switzerland 2.3% + CHF 0.30; 1.5% additional cross-border fee

Platform fees
Zeffy:

$

0.

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

Wix:

$0.

No platform or transaction fees on sales beyond the monthly subscription cost.

Monthly fees
Zeffy:

$

0/month.

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

Wix:

$0.

Free plan available with limited features and Wix branding; paid plans from $17/month up to $159/month billed annually.

Other fees
Zeffy:

$

0.

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

Wix:

Varies.

Free domain for 1 year with premium plans, renewal fees after; no monthly fees for Wix Payments or POS Retail Lite; additional costs for third-party apps, premium templates, and add-on services.

Pricing transparency
Zeffy:

10/10.

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

Wix:

6/10.

Pricing page exists but processing fees are buried in support docs, not on main pricing page.

Value for money
Zeffy:

5/5.

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

Wix:

4.2/5.

Features
Zeffy:

5/5.

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

Wix:

4.5/5.

Website builder with fundraising add-ons - requires paid plans and third-party apps for donation forms and events

Donations
Zeffy:
Yes

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

Wix:
No

Donation button and forms available through third-party apps - requires separate accounts and integrations

Ticketing
Zeffy:
Yes

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

Wix:
Yes

Event ticketing through Wix Events app - limited customization and requires paid plan for full features

Peer-to-Peer Fundraising
Zeffy:
Yes

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

Wix:
No

No peer-to-peer fundraising - platform built for business websites, not fundraising campaigns

Auctions
Zeffy:
Yes

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

Wix:
No

No auction tools - website builder only, requires third-party auction apps or external platforms

Raffles
Zeffy:
Yes

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

Wix:
No

No raffle tools - nonprofits need third-party apps or manual workarounds to run compliant raffles

Online Store
Zeffy:
Yes

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

Wix:
Yes

Full e-commerce store with product listings and inventory - but adds complexity for simple merch sales

Memberships
Zeffy:
Yes

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

Wix:
Yes

Member login areas and paid plans available - requires paid Wix plan and manual member management

Donor management/CRM
Zeffy:
Yes

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

Wix:
Yes

Basic contact forms and email collection only - no donor profiles, giving history, or nonprofit CRM

Emails & Newsletter
Zeffy:
Yes

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

Wix:
Yes

Email marketing available through paid add-on - requires separate subscription beyond website plan

Payment Processing
Zeffy:
Yes

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

Wix:
Yes

Wix Payments or third-party processors like Stripe and PayPal with transaction fees on most plans

Payment Methods
Zeffy:
Yes

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

Wix:
Yes

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

Credit Card Payments
Zeffy:
Yes

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

Wix:
Yes

Card payments available through Wix Payments - requires monthly subscription plus transaction fees.

Apple Pay & Google Pay
Zeffy:
Yes

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

Wix:
Yes

Digital wallets supported through Wix Payments but still subject to platform fees.

ACH / Bank Transfers
Zeffy:
Yes

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

Wix:
No

No ACH bank transfer options - card payments only through Wix's payment system.

Tap to Pay App
Zeffy:
Yes

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

Wix:
No

No in-person payment tools - website builder focused, requires separate POS hardware.

Support
Zeffy:

5/5.

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

Wix:

4.0/5.

Support access varies by plan - free users get basic help while premium plans receive priority assistance and phone support.

Help Center
Zeffy:
Yes

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

Wix:
Yes

Yes - Complete resource library with nonprofit-specific guides and tutorials

Email Support
Zeffy:
Yes

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

Wix:
Yes

Email support available but prioritized by plan level - premium users get faster responses

Phone Support
Zeffy:
Yes

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

Wix:
Yes

Phone support available for premium plans only - free and basic users limited to email and chat

Onboarding
Zeffy:
Yes

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

Wix:
No

Self-service onboarding through guides and webinars; dedicated onboarding limited to higher-tier or enterprise plans.

Community
Zeffy:
Yes

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

Wix:
No

No community forum or user groups available

Zeffy is 100% free, always.

Why Zeffy over Wix?

You need a fundraising platform, not a website builder

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You need a fundraising platform, not a website builder

Wix charges monthly fees and requires third-party apps for donations, ticketing, and donor management — Zeffy gives you everything in one place, for free

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Your website builder shouldn't cost more than your fundraiser

Wix charges monthly fees plus processing fees on every donation. Zeffy is 100% free, so you keep everything donors give and never pay to fundraise.

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Built for fundraising, not just websites

Wix is a website tool with donation add-ons. Zeffy gives you donation forms, ticketing, CRM, and peer-to-peer in one place, built for how nonprofits actually work.

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Get started in minutes, not months

Wix requires setup, integrations, and paid plans to fundraise. Zeffy works out of the box — create your first form, send it out, and start raising money today.

Questions nonprofits ask when choosing between Zeffy and Wix

Can I accept donations on Zeffy without paying monthly subscription fees?

Yes. Zeffy has zero monthly fees and zero transaction fees. Wix requires a paid plan starting at $17/month plus 2.9% + $0.30 per donation. With Zeffy, you keep every dollar donors give. Absolutely. Zeffy is built for small teams with no budget for software. You can launch donation forms, sell tickets, and manage donors without paying anything or learning complicated tools.

Is Zeffy really free, or are there hidden costs?

Zeffy is 100% free for nonprofits. There are no monthly fees, platform fees, or charges per transaction. Donors have the option to leave a voluntary contribution to support Zeffy, but your organization never pays anything.

Can I use Zeffy without paying monthly fees like Wix?

Yes. Zeffy has no monthly subscription fees. Wix charges $17 to $159 per month depending on your plan, plus processing fees on donations. With Zeffy, you keep 100% of what donors give.

Do I need technical skills to set up fundraising on Zeffy?

No technical skills needed. Zeffy is built for nonprofit teams to launch donation forms, ticketing, and campaigns in minutes. Unlike Wix, you don't need to configure integrations or hire a developer to start fundraising.

Does Zeffy integrate with my existing Wix website?

Yes. You can embed Zeffy donation forms and ticketing pages directly on your Wix site using simple embed codes. No third-party apps or complex integrations required.

How much does Wix charge for event ticketing fees?

Wix charges monthly subscription fees ($17–$159/month) plus processing fees of 2.9% + $0.30 per transaction for events. Zeffy has zero fees for event ticketing, so you keep every dollar from ticket sales.

Can I manage donors and send tax receipts with Zeffy like I would with Wix apps?

Yes. Zeffy includes built-in CRM and automatic tax receipts at no extra cost. With Wix, you'd need to add third-party apps and potentially pay more for similar functionality.

What's the cheapest way to accept donations for my nonprofit?

Zeffy is the only platform with zero monthly fees and zero transaction fees. Wix starts at $17/month plus 2.9% + $0.30 per donation, so costs add up quickly for small organizations.

Can I run peer-to-peer fundraising campaigns on Zeffy instead of Wix?

Yes. Zeffy offers peer-to-peer campaigns as a built-in feature with no fees. Wix doesn't have native peer-to-peer tools, so you'd need third-party apps and additional costs.

Still undecided?

Keep comparing — and see why nonprofits choose Zeffy

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.

Masey, Loose Ends.

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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.”
Amy R
Amy R
Rebuilding Together Metro Chicago
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!
Debra B
Debra B
Glory to Glory Women's Mentoring Ministry
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!!
Carmen M
Carmen M
DIVINA World Foundation
Zeffy is very easy to use and ensures that every dollar quickly gets into our account.. A huge help to our work!
Nathan C
Nathan C
Jiwa International
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.
Ryan S
Ryan S
Jesters Theatre: Youth Unlimited
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.
Jennifer H
Jennifer H
GSCB Troop 144
We were ready to sell tickets in less than 30 minutes. The reporting capabilities were better than some other paid-for sites.
Mark B
Mark B
Theta Mu Lambda Charitable Foundation
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!
Stevie C
Stevie C
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