Election Runner vs ElectionChamp

Election Runner lets schools and organizations set up cloud-based elections that voters can access on the web or through iOS and Android apps. Administrators can create ballots with questions, candidates, or measures, add photos or short biographies, and apply organizational logos and colors without HTML or CSS. Voter lists and ballot details can be imported from Excel or CSV files. Elections can start immediately or run on a scheduled timetable. Each voter receives a distinct Voter ID and Voter Key and can cast one vote. Results are calculated automatically, displayed in charts, and available for real-time monitoring. Election Runner says it uses SSL-grade security with 256-bit encryption; by default, administrators cannot see how an individual voted. Its voting application targets Section 508 and WCAG 2.0 AA compliance. A free election supports up to 20 voters. Elections for up to 100 voters cost $19, and those for up to 300 voters cost $36, with payment at launch. Pricing for larger elections is calculated from the eligible voter count.

ElectionChamp is a web-based voting platform for creating elections, collecting ballots, and calculating results. It supports plurality, ranked choice, approval, cumulative voting, nominations with write-ins, motions, and surveys. One election can combine several ballot items using different methods. Voters use a browser on a phone, tablet, or computer, without downloading an app or creating an account. Each voter receives a unique 16-digit key that locks after one ballot is submitted. Administrators can combine online and in-person voting, with votes tracked together. Email and SMS notifications, automatic reminders, and branded templates are available. When voting closes, results are calculated automatically with reports, participation statistics, and CSV export. The maker says data is encrypted with AES-256 at rest and in transit, and voter identity is separated from ballots. Activity is timestamped and exportable for compliance records. The free plan covers up to 20 voters forever; the paid plan costs $10 per election for 21–200 voters, then $0.05 per voter after 200.