Randel
6.4#103 in community platformsFrom $200 a monthWeb
VisitRandel vs Thigmo
What both publish
| Fact | Randel | Thigmo |
|---|---|---|
| Audience | It is built for community operators and admins, including associations, referral networks, alumni groups, private clubs, and membership programs typically averaging 50+ members. | The site presents Thigmo for nonprofits, educators, event organizers and local businesses. |
| Custom domain | Yes | Yes |
| Data ownership | Randel says it hosts and operates the platform while member and operational data belong to the organization. | Thigmo says organizations own their data and can export contacts and donations on paid plans. |
| Event hosting | Yes | Yes |
| Events | Events support member and public registration, tickets, capacity limits, check-in, and attendance records on member profiles. | Event capabilities include ticketing, RSVPs, QR check-in, waitlists, speakers, vendors and sponsors. |
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Paid from | 200 | 70 |
| Payments | Membership dues, event tickets, and in-app charges go to the organization’s Stripe account, and Randel says it takes no transaction commission; Stripe processing fees still apply. | Card payments are processed by a PCI-compliant payment processor, and Thigmo says it does not store card numbers. |
Randel plans
- Platform for up to 250 members$200 a month
- Platform for up to 250 members (annual billing)$200 a month
- Platform$200 a month
- Consulting$240, paid once
- Development$360, paid once
Thigmo plans
- Catalyst$70 a month
- Nexus$210 a month
- SparkFree
- VanguardPriced on request
Pick Randel if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
Pick Thigmo if…
Thigmo suits nonprofits, educators, event organizers, and local businesses looking to manage events, community, and related services in one platform. Its free plan may suit groups that need unlimited members and events but can work within a 5-product store limit.