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Peatix vs Zeffy

Peatix logo

Peatix

Events

Events made easy

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Zeffy logo

Zeffy

Nonprofits

100% free fundraising platform for nonprofits

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Peatix service fees vary significantly by region with no single transparent pricing structure; Zeffy revenue model relies entirely on donor voluntary tips with no guaranteed income
  • They diverge on capability: Peatix covers Ticketing, Zeffy covers Donation forms.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Peatix and Zeffy actually diverge.

Attributes where Peatix and Zeffy differ
AttributePeatixZeffy
Pricing modelfreemiumfree
CategoryEventsNonprofits
Founded20112019

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), platforms (Web, Ios, Android), user rating (Not yet rated).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Peatix

  • Ticketing
  • Event discovery
  • Community building
  • Analytics
  • Check-in app
  • PayPal
  • Stripe
  • Google Analytics

Only in Zeffy

  • Donation forms
  • Event ticketing
  • Membership management
  • Peer-to-peer fundraising
  • Recurring donations
  • Mailchimp
  • Zapier
  • Instagram

Both cover

  • Facebook
  • Web support
  • Android support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Peatix

  • Event planningnot Zeffy
  • Ticket salesnot Zeffy
  • Attendee managementnot Zeffy
  • Virtual eventsnot Zeffy
  • Event marketingnot Zeffy

Zeffy

  • Donation collection for nonprofitsnot Peatix
  • Event ticketing with check-innot Peatix
  • Membership sales with tiersnot Peatix
  • Peer-to-peer fundraising campaignsnot Peatix
  • In-person payment with Tap to Paynot Peatix

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Peatix

  • Service fees vary significantly by region with no single transparent pricing structure
  • Percentage-based fees can become costly for events with higher ticket prices
  • Limited event discovery features compared to larger global ticketing platforms

Zeffy

  • Revenue model relies entirely on donor voluntary tips with no guaranteed income
  • All features included equally with no upgrade path for additional capabilities

Pricing, plan by plan

Peatix

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Free events
    • Basic ticketing
    • Event discovery
  • Paid EventsFree
    • 4.9% + $0.99 per ticket
    • Full features
    • Payouts

Zeffy

Free
  • Free ForeverFree
    • Unlimited donations
    • Ticketing
    • Memberships

Which should you pick?

Choose Peatix if

  • You need ticketing.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Ios, Android.
  • You also want event discovery.
Peatix review

Choose Zeffy if

  • You need donation forms.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, IOS, Android.
  • You also want event ticketing.
Zeffy review

Questions people ask

Is Peatix or Zeffy better?
Neither clearly leads. Peatix starts at Free and Zeffy at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Peatix or Zeffy?
Peatix starts at Free and Zeffy at Free.
Does Peatix or Zeffy run on more platforms?
Peatix runs on Web, Ios, Android. Zeffy runs on Web, IOS, Android.
Can I use Peatix for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Peatix best used for?
Peatix is most often used for event planning, ticket sales, attendee management, virtual events. Of those, event planning and ticket sales are not what Zeffy is typically brought in for.
What can Peatix do that Zeffy cannot?
Peatix covers Ticketing, Event discovery, Community building, Analytics. Zeffy covers Donation forms, Event ticketing, Membership management, Peer-to-peer fundraising. Both handle Facebook, Web support, Android support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Peatix: Is there a fee to create an event on Peatix?

No, there are no upfront costs to create or publish events on Peatix. You only pay service fees when tickets are sold.

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Zeffy: How much does Zeffy cost for nonprofits?

Zeffy is completely free for nonprofits. There are no platform fees, transaction fees, credit card processing fees, monthly subscriptions, or setup costs. Nonprofits retain 100% of funds raised.

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Peatix: What percentage does Peatix charge per ticket sold?

Peatix charges a service fee that varies by region. In Malaysia, for example, it is 4.9% plus a fixed fee of RM 1.99 per ticket as of August 2024.

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Zeffy: How does Zeffy make money if it's free?

Zeffy relies on voluntary donor tips at checkout. On average, 2 out of 3 donors leave a tip. Tips are optional and donors can opt out, but Zeffy operates on this voluntary contribution model.

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Peatix: In how many countries can I use Peatix?

Peatix is available in 27 countries including Japan, Hong Kong, the United States, Singapore, and Malaysia.

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Zeffy: What nonprofit organizations can use Zeffy?

Schools, churches, sports teams, animal rescues, food banks, volunteer fire departments, arts organizations, and PTAs can all use Zeffy. Over 100,000 nonprofits globally use the platform.

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