AuctionWorx vs GalaBid
AuctionWorx
rainworx.com
GalaBid
galabid.comSide by side
| Figure | AuctionWorx | GalaBid |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | — | Free |
| Free plan | — | Yes |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| iOS | — | Yes |
| Android | — | Yes |
| Plans published | 1 | 6 |
| Spec score · Auction Software | 7.3 (#20) | 8.6 (#5) |
| Founded | 2002 | LinkedIn and GalaBid's About page state that the business was founded in 2011. |
| Intended users | RainWorx lists auctioneers, liquidators, estate sales, real estate, automotive, collectibles, and heavy-equipment businesses among the industries using its software. | GalaBid describes its platform as serving charities, nonprofits, community groups and individual fundraisers. |
| Mobile access | The website is described as responsive across desktop, tablet, and mobile screens. | Participants use a campaign link in a browser on any device, and no app store download is required. |
| Payments | The feature list names PayPal Standard and Stripe payment options, including Stripe Payment Intents, Setup Intents, and Payment Methods. | GalaBid uses Stripe for payment processing, and says campaign funds go directly from Stripe to the fundraiser’s bank account. |
| Security | Listed security features include full SSL support, AntiXSS, role-based permissions, optional reCAPTCHA V3, email verification, and event logs. | GalaBid says Stripe handles card processing and provides fraud controls, secure storage and PCI DSS compliance features. |
| Support | RainWorx provides support tickets, FAQs, documentation, demos, and sales contact options. | GalaBid says real human fundraising support is available seven days a week. |
Plans
GalaBid
- Free with tippingFree
- Free with Tip Revenue ShareFree
- Pro$4.90, paid once
- Pro (no tips)$4.90, paid once
- Flat Fee$1,250, paid once
- Flat Fee$1,250, paid once
In their own words
AuctionWorx
AuctionWorx has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.
GalaBid
GalaBid combines auctions, raffles, event ticketing and donations in a single fundraising campaign. Participants open a campaign link in a browser on any device, without downloading an app. Silent auction options include automatic closing, winner notifications, overtime bidding, sealed bids and reserve prices. Raffles support electronic tickets, automated notifications and a certified random number generator for draws. Stripe processes payments, and GalaBid says campaign funds go directly from Stripe to the fundraiser’s bank account. Apple Pay and Google Pay are listed as participant payment options. The platform is intended for charities, nonprofits, community groups and individual fundraisers, with human fundraising support available seven days a week. The free plan allows optional participant tips, with 10% of tips shared with the cause. Pro (no tips) costs $4.90, paid once; Flat Fee costs $1,250 as a one-time purchase. Both have no tip prompts or revenue share. Displayed pricing varies by region, and uploaded files can be up to 8MB.