Comparison

Givebutter vs Client Connext

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Givebutter

This app empowers nonprofits to manage fundraising activities directly from their mobile devices. It facilitates instant donation processing, ticket sales, event check-ins, and real-time campaign performance tracking. Users can also manage auctions and access detailed supporter and transaction information.

Highlights
  • In-person donation processing
  • On-site ticket sales
  • QR code event check-in
  • Live campaign performance updates
  • Auction management and winner processing
  • Supporter and transaction history access
Features
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Transform your fundraising on the go with the Givebutter Mobile app. Seamlessly collect donations, manage events, and track campaign performance - all from your phone. In-Person Donations: Process credit card donations instantly with tap-to-pay or a supported card reader—all automatically linked to your campaigns. Sell Tickets: Make at-the-door ticket sales a breeze with on-site ticket processing for both single tickets and bundles. Check-In Attendees: Simplify event entry with lightning-fast QR code scanning or convenient manual check-in options. Live Campaign Updates: Stay connected to your campaign momentum with live updates of your campaign's donations, ticket revenue, and auction sales. Auction Support: Create exceptional experiences for auction participants with hassle-free winner processing. Collect payments for single or multiple items and immediately declare winners! Transaction & Supporter Details: Access critical donor information and transaction history anywhere, empowering personalized engagement and timely follow-up

About

Client Connext

Features
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Client Connext is the ultimate mobile platform for clients to seamlessly communicate with their accounting team. Respond to questions about uncategorized transactions, send bank or credit card statements, and upload receipts—all within seconds, from anywhere, anytime. Key Features: • Voice Messaging: Respond to queries effortlessly with voice messages. • Easy Categorization: Select appropriate accounts, names, classes, and more for accurate responses. • Customizable Themes: Personalize your app experience with customizable themes. • File Uploads: Quickly upload files, receipts, and statements directly from your mobile. • Multi-Business Management: Easily switch between multiple businesses for streamlined communication. Stay organized and efficient with Client Connext, your go-to app for seamless client-accountant interactions. Download now and experience the convenience of managing your financial communications on the go!

Screenshots

Givebutter4 screens
Client Connext4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Givebutter at every 8 days against Client Connext's every 5 months. Givebutter also leads on iOS requirement (15.5 vs 18.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Givebutter ships an update every 8 days, Client Connext every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Givebutter versus Client Connext: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGivebutterClient Connext
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.4 (122 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews47.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings122 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 8 days — betterEvery 5 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.5 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size119 MB39 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGivebutter, Inc.Vishal Shah

Bugs and requests

Givebutter

Reported bugs

25 issues
  • Cannot sign in
  • Cannot follow links
  • Cannot withdraw funds
  • Page will not load to add bank info
  • Campaigns taken down
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  • App not easy to navigate
  • No sign up button
  • Hard to transfer money
  • Very hard to navigate after update
  • Not user friendly on mobile
  • Cannot print donor lists
  • No way to deposit donations
  • App does not promote
  • No share link to invite people
  • Not cut and dry like GoFundMe
  • No one can see fundraiser
  • Not super helpful for administration
  • Can't do anything helpful in app as admin
  • Can't see entire campaigns
  • No sign up option
  • App will not let me log in
  • Login page doesn't fit
  • Can't process transaction info
  • Good platform, bad app
  • Can't record cash and check donations through app

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add Engage newsletter feature to the app
  • Mobile app should offer ability to see auctions and make bids
  • Add cash and check payment recording to the app
  • Ability to record cash and check payments/donations through the app

Client Connext

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Givebutter

No in-app purchases

None

Client Connext

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Givebutter free?
Givebutter is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Client Connext free?
Client Connext is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Givebutter or Client Connext have ads?
Neither Givebutter nor Client Connext shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Givebutter or Client Connext?
Givebutter ships an update every 8 days, and Client Connext every 5 months. Most recently, Givebutter was updated on October 10, 2026 and Client Connext on October 6, 2026.

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