Rally Up vs.
OneCause 

Ever catch yourself thinking something like: 

“I’m totally lost with all these fundraising platforms. What is the difference between them? Do I even need one?” 

You’re not alone. Most people who end up here—whether through a quick Google or a tip from a friend—are just trying to find something that actually works for them.

Some are looking for an easier, faster way to raise money. Others want their fundraisers to look more polished and professional. A lot of folks just want real people to help them out—or even build a fundraiser for them. And yeah, pretty much everyone wants tools that help bring in more donations.

If any of that sounds familiar, you’re in the right spot.

This RallyUp vs. OneCause breakdown will show you why RallyUp might be just what you’re looking for.

Features Comparison

Features

All-in-one fundraising platform

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Advanced functionality for: Raffles, Auctions, Sweepstakes, Events & Ticketing, Crowdfunding, Peer-to-Peer, A-Thons, Store, Livestreaming, and Donation Pages

OneCause

Limited functionality and campaign types:  No Online Store, A-Thons, Standalone Crowdfunding (only via peer-to-peer)

Features

An expert will build your campaign for you, for free

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Fundraising experts build professional campaigns tailored to your cause

OneCause

Features

Expert campaign review and optimization, for free

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Fundraising experts review your campaign and offer guidance for success before you launch

OneCause

Features

Professional campaign planning, for free

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Personal meeting with a pro who will help you plan the perfect fundraiser

OneCause

Features

Predesigned campaign templates built into the app

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Quick start campaigns with Instant Fundraiser Templates. Just pick one and go

OneCause

Features

Combine different campaign types in a single fundraiser

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Combine any/all: Raffles, Auctions, Events & Ticketing, Sweepstakes, Crowdfunding, A-Thons, Store, Livestreaming

OneCause

Features

Peer-to-Peer with all types of fundraisers

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Peer-to-Peer with Raffles, Events & Ticketing, Sweepstakes, A-Thons, Crowdfunding, Store, Livestream

OneCause

Basic peer-to-peer fundraising features for crowdfunding/donations only

Features

Total Custom Branding

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Extensive customization options for complete branding capabilities at no cost

OneCause

Paid plans only

Features

Livestreaming

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Built-in Livestreaming with fundraising games and spotlights for instant donations

OneCause

Integrations only with third-party platforms (YouTube Live, Facebook Live, etc.)

Features

Platform fees

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Free Pricing: No platform fee; donors are prompted to leave optional tips

Flex Pricing: Platform fees apply based on campaign type: 

2.9% for Events

2.9% for Online Store

4.9% for Auctions

4.9% for A-Thons & Crowdfunding

6.9% for Raffles & Sweepstakes

0% for Donation Pages

0% for Peer-to-Peer

0% for Livestreaming

This is in addition to processing fees of 2.9% + $0.30 per transaction or 1.9% + $0.30 for ACH transactions

OneCause

Subscription-based (Professional Auction & Event package priced at $2,995) and pay-as-you-go model (starts at $200 and includes a 5% platform fee) 

This is in addition to processing fees of 4.35% + $0.35 per transaction (depending on the payment processor)

Features

Donor Tipping

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Optional tips can be disabled (flat-rate platform fee). Option to allow tipping and keep donor tips

OneCause

Optional tips can be disabled (flat-rate platform fee). No option to allow tipping and keep donor tips 

Features

Platform fee coverage options (when donor tipping is disabled)

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Organizers can pay fee, ask donors to cover it, or charge a flat convenience fee 

OneCause

Organizers can pay fee, or have donors cover fee. No convenience fee option.

Features

Intuitive UX design

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OneCause

Learning curve, customization complexity, interface design.

Features

Diverse payment options

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Credit and debit cards, ACH Transfers, Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal

OneCause

Credit and Debit Cards, ACH Transfers, Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal

Features

Reviews

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G2

4.8 rating

OneCause

G2

4.7 rating
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vs. OneCause

Final Takeaway

If your main thing is event-based fundraising—like galas, auctions, or live bidding—OneCause is a solid pick. It’s built with events in mind and has great tools for things like ticketing, mobile bidding, and keeping donors engaged, whether you’re in-person or virtual.

But if you’re looking for something that goes beyond just events, RallyUp might be more your speed. It’s super flexible and lets you run all kinds of fundraisers from one place—raffles, sweepstakes, multi-experience campaigns, you name it.

Another big plus? RallyUp doesn’t take a cut of your funds with platform fees—so you keep more of what you raise. You can set up a campaign quickly, and with our free Create My Campaign service, we’ll help you get started fast—saving you 10+ hours right off the bat.

An easy to use high-performance leader. RallyUp is approved!

G2 High Performer Fundraising Spring 2025
SA Front Runners 2024
G2 Best Meets Requirements Spring 2025
Capterra Shortlist 26
G2 Easiest Setup Spring 2025

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What people say about RallyUp

Hosting our online auction on RallyUp was such a win! We were able to customize the platform to showcase not only the items up for auction but our cause and mission with ease and the customer service couldn’t be beat. We will definitely turn to RallyUp again in the future!

— Stephanie Paddock, Michael J. Fox Foundation

Michael J. Fox
RallyUp is one of the most intuitive and easy sites I have had the pleasure of using. I couldn’t ask for a better experience!
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