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DonorPerfect vs Givebutter

Updated June 2026 · A structured head-to-head comparison.

Fundraising CRM for nonprofits.

Free fundraising platform.

The verdict

Both DonorPerfect and Givebutter are credible nonprofit tools, and the right pick comes down to your priorities.

DonorPerfect — Fundraising CRM for nonprofits.

Choose Givebutter if you'd rather have a lower starting price (free), a free plan to start on and a higher overall rating (4.8/5). Free fundraising platform.

DonorPerfect vs Givebutter: side by side

DimensionDonorPerfectGivebutter
Starting priceFrom $99/moFreeWinner
Free planNoYesWinner
Pricing modelSubscriptionFree
Best forNonprofitsNonprofits, Fundraisers
PlatformsWeb, Ios, AndroidWeb, Ios
Rating4.5/54.8/5Winner

DonorPerfect key facts

Vendor
SofterWare
Pricing
Subscription — From $99/mo
Free tier
No
Platforms
Web, Ios, Android
Best for
Nonprofits
Editor rating
4.5 / 5
Founded
1999
Headquarters
Horsham, PA, USA

Givebutter key facts

Vendor
Givebutter
Pricing
Free — Free
Free tier
Yes
Platforms
Web, Ios
Best for
Nonprofits, Fundraisers
Editor rating
4.8 / 5
Founded
2016
Headquarters
Washington, DC, USA

Frequently asked questions

Is DonorPerfect better than Givebutter?

Neither is universally better — Givebutter edges ahead on overall rating, but the best choice depends on price, platforms, and your use case. See the side-by-side table above.

Is DonorPerfect or Givebutter cheaper?

Givebutter is the more affordable of the two to get started, at free. DonorPerfect starts at from $99/mo; Givebutter starts at free.

Can DonorPerfect replace Givebutter?

Yes for most teams — both are nonprofit tools with heavily overlapping features. The main trade-offs are pricing and platform support, covered in the comparison above.