BigPulse
5.9#22 in online voting software$899 one-timeWeb
VisitBigPulse vs ElectionBuddy
ElectionBuddy
7.9#1 in online voting softwareFree planFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | BigPulse | ElectionBuddy |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 2000 | LinkedIn states the company was founded in 2017. |
| Security | BigPulse says it complies with GDPR and the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework, uses 256-bit TLS/SSL encryption, and retains voter personal data by default for no longer than 30 days after voting closes. | ElectionBuddy forces HTTPS with TLS and HSTS, is PCI DSS compliant, and encrypts payment data before transmitting it to Stripe. |
| Support | The maker offers dedicated 24/7 email support during elections and emergency telephone support based in the USA, EU, and Australia. | Paid elections include email support, while Expert Setup services add phone support and managed election assistance. |
BigPulse plans
- Fully Managed Service$899, paid once
- Self-Managed ServicePriced on request
ElectionBuddy plans
- Free (ElectionVote)Free
- Free (MeetingVote)Free
- Storage Subscription$27 a year
- Plus (ElectionVote)$29, paid once
- Premium (ElectionVote)$99, paid once
- Plus (MeetingVote)$197, paid once
Pick BigPulse if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
Pick ElectionBuddy if…
ElectionBuddy suits organizations that need to run elections, votes, or meetings, including associations, unions, universities, schools, governments, and companies. It may suit organizers who need multiple voting systems, voter notifications, and auditable results.