Election Runner vs ElectIQ

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.

ElectIQ is an online voting platform for organizations running elections. Organizers can select an election modality and security level, add candidates and design ballots, then send invitations, notices and reminders by email or SMS. The platform can tally votes automatically, publish results and provide live monitoring during voting. ElectIQ describes cryptographic protocols that keep voters anonymous while allowing verification, an append-only audit ledger for independent checking, and repeat voting as protection against coercion. Templates cover common election types: the Free plan has basic templates and Pro has advanced ones. Free supports up to 30 voters; Pro adds custom branding and priority support. Enterprise lists voter certificates, SAML/SSO integration, dedicated legal support, SLA guarantees and on-premise deployment. Assisted setup and fully managed service are also offered. ElectIQ identifies school boards, private associations, professional associations and sports clubs as use cases. It is available on web, Android and iOS. The project is by Mannes Technology, which describes itself as a software company with more than 25 years of experience. Free costs nothing; Pro costs €1, paid once.