auction site comparisons

A comparison of 12 charity auction platforms (like CharityAuctionsToday, BiddingOwl, Auctria, OneCause) — covering pricing models, features, and strengths — so nonprofits can pick the right tool.

Explore the top 20 auction sites: some focus on fundraising (CharityAuctionsToday, BiddingForGood), others are broad marketplaces (eBay, LiveAuctioneers), plus specialized art & property platforms.

Both platforms support auctions, ticketing and fundraising, but GalaBid’s feature access is tiered and includes tipping; CharityAuctionsToday gives more access, lower friction, and public marketplace reach.

Compares CharityAuctionsToday and Givebutter: both offer auctions, donation pages, ticketing, and donor tools. CharityAuctionsToday focuses on built-in SMS/email reach and integration, while Givebutter leans on tip-based “free” model + donor management.

Compares CharityAuctionsToday and ClickBid: both support mobile bidding and payments, but CharityAuctionsToday offers event-based pricing and simplicity, while ClickBid provides subscription model, live streaming, ticketing, and more advanced features.

CharityAuctionsToday vs OneCause: both offer core fundraising features and support. But OneCause’s pricing and tier structure limit auction tools at lower levels, while CharityAuctionsToday bundles features (like text-to-give) into plans more accessible to small orgs.