TapVoter vs JotForm Poll Maker
While JotForm is a powerful form builder with poll capabilities, TapVoter is purpose-built for secure, professional elections and voting. JotForm's free plan limits you to 100 submissions per month across all forms - barely enough for one small election. Compare features and pricing to see why organizations choose TapVoter.
100% Free Forever
No limits, no premium tiers, no credit card. JotForm limits you to 100 submissions/month on free plan.
Built for Elections
Ranked-choice voting, secure access codes, and election integrity features JotForm doesn't offer.
30 Languages
Complete multilingual support with custom language options for global organizations.
Detailed Feature Comparison
| Feature | TapVoter Free Forever | JotForm $34-$99/month |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Free Plan Available | Completely free forever | Limited to 5 forms, 100 submissions/month |
| Voters/Responses | Up to 10,000 voters per election | 100-10,000 depending on plan ($39-$129/mo) |
| Unlimited Elections/Forms | Create unlimited elections | 5-1,000 forms depending on plan |
| No Credit Card Required | Never required | For free plan only |
| Ad-Supported Option | Non-intrusive ads keep it free | No ads, but requires payment for full features |
| Election & Voting Features | ||
| Ranked-Choice Voting | 5 methods including IRV, STAR, Approval, Multi-Winner | Not specifically designed for elections |
| Anonymous Voting | Complete voter privacy | LimitedCan be anonymous but not optimized for voting |
| Secure Access Codes | Unique 9-character codes (XXX-XXX-XXX) | Uses email links or open access |
| Voter Eligibility Management | Import voters, track participation | Basic response limiting only |
| Real-Time Results | Live vote counting and results | LimitedBasic charts, not election-specific |
| Polls | Free + Pro ($4.99/mo) | LimitedBasic poll templates |
| Multilingual Support | ||
| Number of Languages | 30 languages | 30+ languages |
| RTL Language Support | Arabic, Hebrew fully supported | RTL support available |
| Custom Language Option | Full customization of all text | LimitedLimited customization |
| Multilingual Voter Interface | Admin sets election language | Form language can be set |
| Security & Compliance | ||
| Election Integrity | Cannot modify after voting starts | Forms can be edited anytime |
| Duplicate Vote Prevention | One vote per access code | LimitedIP/cookie limiting only |
| Audit Trail | Basic tracking only | LimitedBasic submission tracking |
| Data Export | Export results and voter lists | Multiple export formats |
| GDPR Compliant | Full compliance | GDPR compliant |
| Ease of Use | ||
| No Account for Voters | Just need access code | No account needed |
| Mobile Optimized | Responsive voting interface | Mobile-friendly forms |
| Setup Time | < 5 minutes for basic election | Quick form creation |
| Election Templates | Pre-configured election types | Poll templates available |
Why Organizations Choose TapVoter
Purpose-Built for Voting
Unlike JotForm's generic form builder, TapVoter is specifically designed for elections. Features like ranked-choice voting, voter eligibility management, and secure access codes ensure professional, trustworthy elections.
No Hidden Costs
JotForm's free plan limits you to 100 submissions per month across all 5 forms - barely enough for one election. Their paid plans start at $39/month for 1,000 submissions. TapVoter is completely free with no limits.
Election Security
TapVoter ensures election integrity with features JotForm lacks: elections can't be modified once voting starts, votes can't be changed after submission, and complete audit trails track all activity.
Global Accessibility
With 30 languages and complete customization options, TapVoter serves organizations worldwide. Our anonymous voting options and no-email-required approach ensures everyone can participate.
Best For Different Use Cases
Choose TapVoter For:
- Board elections & governance votes
- Student government & school elections
- Union votes & member elections
- HOA & community organization votes
- Awards & recognition voting
- Any secure, anonymous voting need
JotForm Better For:
- General surveys & feedback forms
- Registration & application forms
- Payment collection forms
- Complex conditional logic forms
- Integration with payment processors
- Advanced form workflows
Ready to Run Free, Secure Elections?
Join thousands of organizations worldwide who trust TapVoter for their voting needs. No credit card, no limits, no catch - just professional elections made simple.
Learn more about TapVoter