BigPulse
5.9#22 in online voting software$899 one-timeWeb
VisitBigPulse vs SnapBallot
SnapBallot
7.9#3 in online voting software$49 one-timeFree planAndroidiOSWeb
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | BigPulse | SnapBallot |
|---|---|---|
| Accessibility | The maker says its ballots are ADA and Section 508 compliant. | Survey & Ballot Systems says it maintains an accessibility conformance report covering WCAG 2.2 and provides it on request. |
| Founded | 2000 | 2026 |
| Headquarters | Sydney, Australia | Eden Prairie, Minnesota, United States |
| Intended users | The maker lists universities, associations, K-12 schools, homeowner associations, nonprofits, shareholders, and unions among the industries it serves. | SnapBallot is aimed at HOAs, unions, associations, food co-ops, clubs, sports organizations, churches, and other member-driven groups. |
| Product | BigPulse is an online voting system for running elections and nominations. | SnapBallot is a self-service online voting platform for member organizations to create ballots, invite voters, monitor participation, and view results. |
| 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. | SnapBallot states that it uses end-to-end encryption, secure vote authentication and detailed audit trails. |
BigPulse plans
- Fully Managed Service$899, paid once
- Self-Managed ServicePriced on request
SnapBallot plans
- FreeFree
- 16–250 voters$49, paid once
- 251–750 voters$99, paid once
- 751–1,500 voters$149, paid once
- 1,501–3,000 voters$269, paid once
- 3,001–7,500 voters$449, paid once
Pick BigPulse if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
Pick SnapBallot if…
SnapBallot suits HOAs, unions, associations, co-ops, clubs, sports organizations, churches and other member-driven groups running elections. It can also fit organizations that need weighted voting or participation reporting.