ElectionBuddy
7.9#1 in online voting softwareFree planFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
VisitElectionBuddy vs VoteAlly
What both publish
| Fact | ElectionBuddy | VoteAlly |
|---|---|---|
| Ballots | Administrators can configure vacancies, randomize candidate or question order, edit descriptions, highlight amendments, strike text and attach documents or links. | Ballots support weighted voting, motion pass rules, multi-candidate elections, cumulative voting, randomized candidate order, and candidate profiles with photos and bios. |
| Integrations | Listed integrations include Microsoft Azure SSO, WordPress, Zapier and Zoom. | Admin sign-in supports Google and Microsoft Entra ID; the subprocessors page lists Vercel, Neon, Upstash, Cloudflare, Resend, Stripe, Inngest, and Sentry among service providers. |
| Security | ElectionBuddy forces HTTPS with TLS and HSTS, is PCI DSS compliant, and encrypts payment data before transmitting it to Stripe. | VoteAlly says data is encrypted in transit with TLS 1.3 and at rest with AES-256, and that ballot choices are encrypted at the application layer. |
| Support | Paid elections include email support, while Expert Setup services add phone support and managed election assistance. | The help center offers voter and administrator guides, FAQ and troubleshooting material, and a support ticket option. |
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
VoteAlly plans
- FreeFree
- Pro Association$220 a year
- ManagementPriced on request
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.
Pick VoteAlly if…
VoteAlly suits membership organizations that need online elections or meeting votes, including HOAs, nonprofits, unions, and boards. It is for groups comfortable with internet-only voting rather than phone or paper-ballot processes.