GalaBid vs Raised
GalaBid runs silent auctions and event fundraising. Raised runs product-based fundraisers. They are built for different types of events.
Pricing & Fees
GalaBid uses a service-based pricing model with custom quotes in NZ. Raised is free to use with a simple fee structure.
Raised
- ✓Free to use with no setup fees
- ✓No monthly subscription fees
- ✓5% platform fee charged to supporters, not you
- ✓Cash and bank transfer payments have no processing fees
GalaBid
- ✓Free plan available (GalaBid adds a voluntary tip to participant invoices)
- ✗Pro plan charges 4.9% per transaction
- ✗Flat Fee plan at USD $1,250 per campaign (NZ pricing requires a custom quote)
- ✗Stripe payment processing fees apply on top of all plans
Features
GalaBid is designed for event-based fundraising like galas and silent auctions. Raised is designed for ongoing product fundraising like pie drives and cookie sales.
Raised
- ✓Product fundraising and crowdfunding
Sell products from wholesalers, run a crowdfunding campaign, or start a personal fundraiser. All in one platform.
- ✓Order management
Track every order, manage delivery schedules, and handle fulfilment in one place
- ✓Wholesaler marketplace
Browse and connect with wholesalers who supply fundraising products
- ✓Cash, Tap to Pay, bank transfer, and online payments
Stripe, PayPal, cash, bank transfer, and mobile Tap to Pay. Cash and bank transfers have zero fees.
- ✓CRM, email campaigns, and analytics
Built-in CRM with customer tagging, bulk email campaigns, and real-time analytics dashboard
GalaBid
- ✓Silent and live auctions
Mobile bidding platform for in-person and online auction events
- ✓Raffles and ticket sales
Digital raffle draws and event ticketing with guest check-in
- ✗No product-based fundraising
Built for auctions and events, not for selling products like pies or cookie dough
- ✗No wholesaler marketplace
No way to source fundraising products through the platform
- ✗No in-person cash or Tap to Pay processing
Online payments via Stripe. Cash can be recorded manually but is not processed through the platform.
Why Choose Raised?
GalaBid is limited to auctions and events. Raised covers product fundraising, crowdfunding, and events with more payment options and lower fees.
Product-Based Fundraising
Most NZ schools and clubs raise money by selling products, not running auctions. Raised is built for exactly that.
End-to-End Order Management
From setting up your product catalogue to tracking orders and managing delivery, Raised handles it all. No more spreadsheets.
Wholesaler Network
Connect directly with wholesalers through the Raised marketplace. Find products, place orders, and get started quickly.
Flexible Payments
Accept cash, Tap to Pay, and online payments. Cash payments have zero processing fees, so more money goes to your cause.
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