Comparison

Raise for Good vs Nod Jar

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

Head to head
About

Raise for Good

This app enables nonprofit organizations to accept secure, on-the-go donations using mobile devices. It supports tap-to-pay and card readers, integrating seamlessly with Stripe for direct fund transfers. The platform offers additional tools for managing fundraising campaigns and supporter communication.

Highlights
  • Accept in-person donations
  • Tap-to-pay functionality
  • Stripe card reader integration
  • Secure payment processing
  • Free and low-cost tools for nonprofits
  • Part of a larger nonprofit platform
Features
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Raise for Good helps nonprofit organizations accept donations on the go. Whether you're at a fundraising event, community gathering, or meeting with supporters face-to-face, your team can process secure payments right from an iPhone or iPad. ACCEPT PAYMENTS ANYWHERE Use tap-to-pay or connect a Stripe card reader to accept donations in person. No bulky equipment, no complicated setup—just your device and a few taps. BUILT FOR NONPROFITS Raise is a social purpose company dedicated to supporting the organizations that help people. We provide free and low-cost tools so you can focus on your mission, not administrative overhead. POWERED BY STRIPE Payments are processed securely through Stripe, a trusted platform used by millions of organizations worldwide. Funds go directly to your connected Stripe account. HOW IT WORKS 1. Your organization signs up at raise.pub 2. Connect your Stripe account 3. Download the app and log in 4. Start accepting donations PART OF THE RAISE PLATFORM The Raise for Good app is one piece of a larger platform designed to help nonprofits thrive. Through raise.pub, organizations can also manage need requests, coordinate referrals to partner organizations, run fundraising campaigns, list events, and communicate with supporters. SIMPLE, TRANSPARENT PRICING Raise charges a small platform fee on transactions processed through the app. No monthly fees, no hidden costs. QUESTIONS? Visit raise.pub or contact us at help@raise.pub Built with care by Mozaic, LLC in Ohio.

About

Nod Jar

Features
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Welcome to the Nod Tips Worker app — your dedicated companion for managing your contactless tips and earnings. Designed specifically for service industry professionals, this app gives you full control over your Nod Tips profile, allowing you to seamlessly track your gratuity in real-time. Whether you're a bartender, server, valet, or any other hospitality professional, the Nod Tips Worker app makes it easier than ever to monitor your income from your physical Nod Tips NFC Pins. Key Features: Real-Time Earnings Tracking: Watch your tips come in live and view your complete transaction history at a glance. Seamless Payouts: Manage your Stripe integration and securely track your direct deposit payouts. Profile Management: Customize your public tipping page, update your profile picture, and manage your personalized "Thank You" message for guests. Secure Access: Keep your earnings and personal data safe with built-in Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) and biometric security. Ditch the cash and take control of your digital tips today with the Nod Tips Worker app! (Note: This app is intended exclusively for registered workers using the Nod Tips platform. A physical Nod Tips NFC Pin is required to accept tips.)

Screenshots

Raise for Good4 screens
Nod Jar4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Raise for Good at 13.4 against Nod Jar's 15.1. 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.

Scorecard1 real difference · 7 level
Raise for Good versus Nod Jar: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRaise for GoodNod Jar
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.4 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size65 MB32 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMozaicShengxin Luo

In-app purchases

None

Raise for Good

No in-app purchases

None

Nod Jar

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Raise for Good free?
Raise for Good is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Nod Jar free?
Nod Jar is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Raise for Good or Nod Jar have ads?
Neither Raise for Good nor Nod Jar shows ads.

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