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What it is

ElectionBuddy helps organizations run virtual and in-person elections, votes, and meetings, from notifying voters through recording ballots, calculating outcomes, and announcing winners. Voters can participate remotely or during a meeting using a cellphone, computer, tablet, or mail. Supported systems include first past the post, cumulative, preferential ballot, STV, scored voting, rating scale, and approval voting. Organizers can customize ballots with multiple vacancies, randomized candidate or question order, edited descriptions, amendments, documents, and website links. Notifications can use email, mail, text, or an organization's existing channels. Listed integrations include Microsoft Azure SSO, WordPress, Zapier, and Zoom; APIs and webhooks connect voter lists and voting or registration activity with other systems. Results and voting processes can be independently reviewed and downloaded for inquiries or recounts while preserving voter anonymity. ElectionBuddy requires HTTPS with TLS and HSTS and encrypts payment data before sending it to Stripe. Customers own account data and can export it in XML, CSV, and Microsoft Excel formats. It supports Android, iOS, and web. Free options allow up to 20 voters; paid options include pay-per-use elections and meetings and annual subscriptions.

Spec sheet

What it does
ElectionBuddy is a cloud service for administering elections, meeting motions, surveys and related votes.Read 15 Oct 2026 · electionbuddy.com
Audience
The platform is used by organizations including professional associations, unions, universities, homeowner associations, schools, political parties, governments, churches and companies.Read 1 Oct 2026 · electionbuddy.com
API
A documented REST API provides V1 and V2 endpoints for organizations, elections, voters, ballot submission, results and reporting.Read 15 Oct 2026 · api.electionbuddy.com
Integrations
Listed integrations include Microsoft Azure SSO, WordPress, Zapier and Zoom.Read 1 Oct 2026 · electionbuddy.com
Security
ElectionBuddy forces HTTPS with TLS and HSTS, is PCI DSS compliant, and encrypts payment data before transmitting it to Stripe.Read 1 Oct 2026 · electionbuddy.com
Support
Paid elections include email support, while Expert Setup services add phone support and managed election assistance.Read 15 Oct 2026 · electionbuddy.com
Founded
LinkedIn states the company was founded in 2017.Read 15 Oct 2026 · linkedin.com
Anonymous voting
Election choices are kept confidential from voter identity and results can remain hidden until an election closes.Read 15 Oct 2026 · electionbuddy.com
API and webhooks
APIs can add voter lists, administrators, departments and organizations, while webhooks update external systems when voters vote or register.Read 1 Oct 2026 · electionbuddy.com
Auditability
Election results and the voting process are auditable, independently reviewable and downloadable for inquiries and recounts while protecting voter anonymity.Read 1 Oct 2026 · electionbuddy.com
Ballots
Administrators can configure vacancies, randomize candidate or question order, edit descriptions, highlight amendments, strike text and attach documents or links.Read 15 Oct 2026 · electionbuddy.com
Candidate profiles
Ballots can include candidate biographies, photos, videos and contact information.Read 15 Oct 2026 · electionbuddy.com
Company products
Crunchbase describes ElectionVote for elections and MeetingVote for motions and agenda-item decisions.Read 15 Oct 2026 · crunchbase.com
Company size and base
LinkedIn lists ElectionBuddy as a privately held software company headquartered in Edmonton, Alberta, with 11–50 employees.Read 15 Oct 2026 · linkedin.com
Data export
Account owners retain their election data and can export it in XML, CSV and Microsoft Excel formats.Read 15 Oct 2026 · electionbuddy.com
Data ownership
Customers own account data, records are not purged during the account lifetime, and data can be exported in XML, CSV and Microsoft Excel formats.Read 1 Oct 2026 · electionbuddy.com
GetApp capabilities
GetApp describes support for mailed, emailed and text announcements, many voting systems, bounce notifications, turnout tracking, confidential ballots and graphical results.Read 15 Oct 2026 · getapp.com
Legal entity
Crunchbase identifies the legal name as ElectionBuddy, Inc. and lists Dave Bodnarchuk as president and co-founder.Read 15 Oct 2026 · crunchbase.com
Licence
ElectionBuddy software and APIs remain the company’s intellectual property; only separately identified third-party open-source components use their own licenses.Read 15 Oct 2026 · electionbuddy.com
Limit: Capterra pricing and lists
Reported drawbacks include per-election cost, tedious voter-list formatting, duplicate handling and occasional missed reminders.Read 15 Oct 2026 · capterra.com
Limit: G2 learning curve
One G2 reviewer said infrequent administrators need to experiment to understand what to do.Read 15 Oct 2026 · g2.com
Limit: Trustpilot ballot rules
Some Trustpilot reviewers report confusing write-in or abstention behavior, failed identity checks and difficulty reaching a person by phone.Read 15 Oct 2026 · trustpilot.com
Notable news
ElectionBuddy’s feature archive records a Slates and Choice Groups feature announcement dated May 27, 2026.Read 15 Oct 2026 · electionbuddy.com
Notifications
ElectionBuddy can reach voters by email, mail, text message or an organization's own website, e-newsletter or existing systems.Read 1 Oct 2026 · electionbuddy.com
Payment compliance
ElectionBuddy states PCI DSS compliance and sends card data directly to Stripe without storing card numbers.Read 15 Oct 2026 · electionbuddy.com
Praise: Capterra support
Capterra reviewers commonly praise intuitive setup, readable reports and fast customer support.Read 15 Oct 2026 · capterra.com
Praise: FeaturedCustomers setup
Customer references repeatedly describe ElectionBuddy as easy to configure, secure and effective for increasing election participation.Read 15 Oct 2026 · featuredcustomers.com
Praise: G2 usability
G2 reviewers repeatedly describe setup and voting as slick, straightforward and easy for administrators and voters.Read 15 Oct 2026 · g2.com
Praise: Trustpilot ease
Trustpilot reviewers frequently call the voting process simple, clear, quick and user-friendly.Read 15 Oct 2026 · trustpilot.com
Rating on Capterra
4.9 out of 5 from 116 reviewsRead 15 Oct 2026 · capterra.com
Rating on FeaturedCustomers
4.8 out of 5 from 1,007 reference ratingsRead 15 Oct 2026 · featuredcustomers.com
Rating on G2
4.8 out of 5 from 97 reviewsRead 15 Oct 2026 · g2.com
Rating on Trustpilot
4.5 out of 5 from 281 reviewsRead 15 Oct 2026 · trustpilot.com
SDK
ElectionBuddy promotes a Secure Development Kit for partners embedding voting in their own applications.Read 15 Oct 2026 · electionbuddy.com
Security controls
The service enforces HTTPS/TLS and HSTS, uses firewalled cloud servers, hashed passwords and at-least-daily encrypted backups.Read 15 Oct 2026 · electionbuddy.com
Security keys
Each voter receives a one-time personal voting key protected with 256-bit encryption, with optional phone or secondary-password verification.Read 15 Oct 2026 · electionbuddy.com
Self-hosting
The terms grant limited use of the hosted service and its APIs; no self-hosted deployment option is stated.Read 15 Oct 2026 · electionbuddy.com
Single sign-on
Staff access can use an organization identity provider such as Microsoft Azure Active Directory.Read 15 Oct 2026 · electionbuddy.com
Video integrations
The platform supports voting alongside Zoom, Google Meet, Microsoft Teams and other videoconferencing tools.Read 15 Oct 2026 · electionbuddy.com
Voter management
The service reports bounced addresses, shows who has voted and schedules reminders to non-voters.Read 15 Oct 2026 · electionbuddy.com
Voting channels
Voters can participate remotely or in meetings by cellphone, computer, tablet, mail or printed ballot.Read 15 Oct 2026 · electionbuddy.com
Voting integrations
Voter data can be imported from Gmail, Campaign Monitor, Mailchimp, Microsoft Excel, member systems and CRMs.Read 15 Oct 2026 · electionbuddy.com
Voting methods
It supports first-past-the-post, cumulative, preferential, single transferable vote, scored, rating-scale and approval voting.Read 15 Oct 2026 · electionbuddy.com
Voting systems
Supported voting systems include first past the post, cumulative, preferential ballot, STV, scored voting, rating scale and approval voting.Read 1 Oct 2026 · electionbuddy.com
Webhooks
Webhooks can post JSON when ballots are submitted, but requests are unsigned and must be secured by treating the endpoint URL as a secret.Read 15 Oct 2026 · api.electionbuddy.com
Zapier
ElectionBuddy advertises Zapier connectivity to more than 5,000 applications.Read 15 Oct 2026 · electionbuddy.com

Plans and prices

Free (ElectionVote) Free Up to 20 voters · candidate bios/photos · customized notices · email notice · write-ins/abstentions · results for 30 days · help articles Read 15 Oct 2026 · electionbuddy.com
Free (MeetingVote) Free Up to 20 voters · 5 motions per meeting · candidate bios/photos · notice customization · email notice · help articles · write-ins/abstentions Read 15 Oct 2026 · electionbuddy.com
Storage Subscription $27 a year per year Stores results after 30 days · Share results and download reports Read 1 Oct 2026 · electionbuddy.com
Plus (ElectionVote) $29, paid once per election Up to 350 voters · weighted voting · ballot customization · 1 reminder · SMS notice $29 add-on · branded ballot · custom confirmations · email support Read 15 Oct 2026 · electionbuddy.com
Premium (ElectionVote) $99, paid once per election Up to 1,000 voters · voting groups · advanced notice customization · 3 reminders · SMS included · two-factor authentication · proxy transfers · priority email support Read 15 Oct 2026 · electionbuddy.com
Plus (MeetingVote) $197, paid once per meeting Up to 75 voters · 20 motions per meeting · weighted voting · ballot customization · 1 reminder · SMS notice · email support · branded ballot Read 15 Oct 2026 · electionbuddy.com
Platinum Subscription $279 a year per year Results Storage · 3 administrators included · Voter credits at $59 per 500 Read 1 Oct 2026 · electionbuddy.com
Professional (ElectionVote) $299, paid once starts at, per election Up to 100,000 voters · mailed/printed ballots · postcard and mailed notices · 10 reminders · API/webhooks · email or phone support Read 15 Oct 2026 · electionbuddy.com
Premium (MeetingVote) $397, paid once per meeting Up to 350 voters · 30 motions per meeting · voting groups · advanced notice customization · 3 reminders · two-factor authentication · priority email support Read 15 Oct 2026 · electionbuddy.com
Professional (MeetingVote) $797, paid once starts at, per meeting Up to 20,000 voters · unlimited motions · mailed/printed ballots · mailed notices · unlimited reminders · API/webhooks · email and phone support Read 15 Oct 2026 · electionbuddy.com

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Strong points and limits

Strong points

  • Supports multiple voting systems, including STV.
  • Ballots can include documents and website links.
  • Voting processes are auditable and downloadable.
  • Customers can export data in XML, CSV, and Excel.
  • Integrates with WordPress, Zapier, and Zoom.

Limits

  • Free options allow up to 20 voters.
  • SMS notice costs 29.00 USD as a Plus add-on.
  • Storage Subscription costs $27 a year.

Who it suits

It suits organizations holding elections, votes, or meetings, including associations, unions, schools, governments, and companies. Voter capacity and the choice between election and meeting formats affect which plan fits.

ElectionBuddy in depth

Read the full write-up

ElectionBuddy is voting software for organizations holding elections, meetings and other votes, online or in person. It best suits groups that need flexible ballot rules and a reviewable record. Its broad voting choices are useful, but result retention and voter capacity can change the real cost.

Overview

The service handles voter notifications, vote collection, counting and winner announcements. Participants can vote by cellphone, computer, tablet or mail, which gives organizers options for remote voters and people taking part during a meeting.

ElectionBuddy’s strongest case is a vote with specific procedural needs: it supports several voting systems, customizable ballots and independently reviewable results that preserve voter anonymity. That breadth is valuable for organizations where a recount or inquiry may matter. A small group running a simple vote may find the range unnecessary.

Key features

Voting rules and ballots

Voting systems include first past the post, cumulative, preferential ballot, STV, scored voting, rating scale and approval voting. Ballots can cover multiple vacancies, randomize candidate or question order, edit descriptions, highlight amendments and strike out words; they can also include documents and website links. This is a good fit for groups that need to reflect established election rules, though organizers must choose a system that matches their process.

Notices, records and integrations

Notices can go by email, mail or text, or through an organization’s website, e-newsletter or existing systems. Microsoft Azure SSO, WordPress, Zapier and Zoom are among the integrations. APIs can add voter lists, administrators, departments and organizations, while webhooks update external systems when voters vote or register—useful for organizations connecting elections to other workflows.

Results and the voting process can be audited, independently reviewed and downloaded for inquiries or recounts while protecting voter anonymity. Customers own account data; records remain during the account lifetime and can be exported in XML, CSV or Microsoft Excel formats. ElectionBuddy forces HTTPS with TLS and HSTS, is PCI DSS compliant, and encrypts payment data before sending it to Stripe. Two-factor authentication is supported.

Pricing

ElectionBuddy uses free and pay-per-use plans, with annual subscriptions for storage and administration. Free MeetingVote supports up to 20 voters and five motions per meeting. Free ElectionVote also caps participation at 20 voters, with results accessible for 30 days. The storage subscription costs $27 a year and keeps results after that period, with sharing and report downloads.

For elections, Plus costs $29 for up to 350 voters; SMS notice is a 29 USD add-on. Premium costs $99 for up to 1,000 voters, includes SMS notice and three reminders. Professional costs $299 for up to 100,000 voters, with ten reminders and API access and webhooks. These tiers make the voter ceiling and notification needs central to choosing a plan.

MeetingVote Plus costs $197 for up to 75 voters and 20 motions. Premium costs $397 for up to 350 voters and 30 motions. Professional costs $797 for up to 20,000 voters and unlimited motions. Organizations that need retained results and shared administration can instead consider the Platinum subscription at $279 a year; it includes results storage and three administrators, with voter credits at 59 USD per 500. Email support is included with subscriptions; phone support comes with Expert Setup services.

Platforms

ElectionBuddy supports Android, iOS and web. The range suits organizations whose voters use different devices, while mail remains another voting method for those not voting online.

Who it's for

Professional associations, unions, universities, homeowner associations, schools, political parties, governments, churches and companies are among the organizations using ElectionBuddy. It is most compelling when a group needs a choice of voting rules, multiple participation channels or a defensible record. Smaller or simpler elections should weigh whether they need those capabilities, and account for result storage if records must remain accessible beyond 30 days on the free election plan.

Pros and cons

Pros: Multiple voting systems and customizable ballots accommodate varied election rules and questions.

Pros: Auditable, downloadable results support review and recounts while retaining voter anonymity.

Pros: Email, mail, text and organizational channels give voters several ways to receive notices.

Cons: The free election plan limits use to 20 voters and results to 30 days, so larger groups or longer retention need a paid option.

Cons: SMS costs extra on Plus ElectionVote, and voter limits and motion caps vary substantially by plan.

Alternatives

Online Voting Software is a useful place to compare the category. Choose AssociationVoting if its free tier for 1–25 eligible voters or its $99 tier for 26–125 voters fits the group’s size. POLYAS offers a free Standard online-voting option for up to 50 voters, while its Verifiable plan costs 50.00 USD.

Simply Voting has a free option for elections with 10 electors or less; SnapBallot offers a free election for up to 15 voters and a 49.00 USD per-use tier for 16–250 voters. Election Runner is another free option for up to 20 voters, with a 19.00 USD per-use plan for up to 100. CharterVote is a web-based alternative with a free Starter plan for up to 25 eligible voters per election and results and hosted verification kept for 36 months.

OpaVote has a free tier for up to three simultaneous elections, each with up to 25 voters and 10 candidates, and retains data for up to 10 weeks; its pay-as-you-go plan costs 10.00 USD. VoteHost Elections is a free, self-hosted alternative.

Verdict

Choose ElectionBuddy if your organization needs adaptable voting rules, multiple ways to notify and include voters, and results that can withstand review. Its per-use plans cover a wide range of election and meeting sizes, but the caps, add-ons and separate storage subscription deserve close attention. For small, uncomplicated votes, a narrower free alternative may be the more proportionate choice.

Verdict

ElectionBuddy supports varied voting methods, voter notification channels, and reviewable results for both elections and meetings. Compare the plan's voter capacity and included features with the needs of each vote.

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