votesQuick comparison summary
Election scope
Hosted elections, polls and counting of ballots collected elsewhere.
Voting methods
Votes.ng supports one candidate choice per position. OpaVote documents many preference methods, including single transferable vote and Condorcet methods.
Voter access
Votes.ng uses personal links or email plus a voting code. OpaVote documents email voters and code voters.
Pricing context
Free within limits; paid voter or candidate capacity in USD.
Service needs
Free support is limited; paid support is listed at US$50 per 30 minutes.
Where each may fit
Votes.ng may fit
Organizations planning a straightforward candidate election with a defined voter list, a separate Test mode and an aggregate result workflow may want to evaluate Votes.ng. Confirm that its supported ballot structure matches the organization’s rules.
OpaVote may fit
Organizations whose rules require ranked or preference counting, or that need to count ballots collected outside the hosted election, may want to evaluate OpaVote.
Strengths and considerations
Documented OpaVote capabilities
A broad range of ranked and preference methods, imported-ballot counting and usage-based capacity pricing are documented strengths.
Votes.ng scope
Votes.ng currently focuses on organization elections with candidate selections. It does not offer ranked choice, weighted or proxy voting, SMS voting, organization sign-in integrations or white labeling.
Confirm the full service
Check voter and candidate limits, counting-method requirements, retention charges and the support scope. These dimensions affect the total service needed.
Security information
OpaVote states in its FAQ that elections are anonymous by default. Confirm the selected settings and any reporting requirements; this statement does not establish equivalence between providers.
Frequently asked questions
Which platform should our organization choose?
Start with your election rules, required ballot method, eligible voters, access needs and result release process. Try the relevant test or demonstration workflow and ask each provider to confirm any requirement the public documentation does not settle.
Does OpaVote support methods beyond Votes.ng?
OpaVote documents many preference methods, including single transferable vote and Condorcet methods.
Can we test before the real election?
Votes.ng has a separate Test mode. OpaVote help describes test elections.
Can we compare the displayed prices directly?
A voter count alone is insufficient. Match the election duration, counting method, delivery channels, support, retention and currency before comparing quotations.
When were these facts checked?
Official sources were reviewed on 3 October 2026. The next review deadline is 2 November 2026. Vendor details and prices can change; check the linked official material before purchasing.
What this comparison covers
This comparison examines concrete workflow differences between Votes.ng and OpaVote for organizations. Vendor-specific information is paraphrased from the official sources listed below and was checked on 3 October 2026. Statements about who a platform may fit are editorial interpretations of those documented capabilities.
Detailed comparison
| Decision dimension | Votes.ng | OpaVote |
|---|---|---|
| Intended use | Organization candidate elections. | Hosted elections, polls and counting of ballots collected elsewhere. |
| Ballot methods | One candidate choice per position, with optional abstention. | OpaVote documents many preference methods, including single transferable vote and Condorcet methods. |
| Eligible voters | Organizer-managed voter list with CSV import. | Confirm list requirements and eligible-voter limits for the chosen service. |
| Voter access | Personal voting links, or email plus a voting code. | OpaVote documents email voters and code voters. |
| Testing | Separate Draft, Test and Live workflow; Test votes remain separate. | OpaVote help describes test elections. |
| Results | Finalize aggregate results after closing; optional public result release and receipt/result verification. | OpaVote includes counting tools for ballots collected elsewhere, alongside its hosted elections. |
| Pricing | See the current Votes.ng pricing page for the voter-count charge and supported payment options. | Free within limits; paid voter or candidate capacity in USD. |
| Support | Contact support for product questions; no managed election service is claimed here. | Free support is limited; paid support is listed at US$50 per 30 minutes. |
| Special requirements | Check the supported candidate ballot before launch. | Check voter and candidate limits, counting-method requirements, retention charges and the support scope. These dimensions affect the total service needed. |
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Choose a method that matches your rules
OpaVote documents many preference methods, including single transferable vote and Condorcet methods. A broad range of ranked and preference methods, imported-ballot counting and usage-based capacity pricing are documented strengths.
Votes.ng currently supports one candidate choice per position, with optional abstention. It does not offer ranked choice, weighted or proxy voting. If those are required, evaluate a provider that documents the exact required method. Read how Votes.ng works and try the Test workflow before committing to a Live election.
Voter access and preparation
OpaVote documents email voters and code voters. OpaVote help describes test elections.
Votes.ng supports an organizer-managed eligible-voter list and CSV import. Voters enter through a personal voting link or email plus a voting code. Test votes remain separate from the Live election. These capabilities describe the current product; they are not evidence of greater convenience or security than another provider.
Results and privacy
OpaVote includes counting tools for ballots collected elsewhere, alongside its hosted elections. OpaVote states in its FAQ that elections are anonymous by default. Confirm the selected settings and any reporting requirements; this statement does not establish equivalence between providers.
Votes.ng separates completed ballot choices from the named voter record, permits at most one successful Live ballot per eligible voter and provides receipt verification without revealing choices. After closure, organizers can finalize aggregate results and choose whether to publish the result record. Read the Votes.ng security information and confirm your organization's privacy and reporting requirements.
Pricing and service scope
On 2026-10-03, OpaVote lists free use limited to three concurrent items, with up to 25 voters and 10 candidates per election. Additional capacity is priced at US$10 per 125 voters or 20 candidates. Its pricing page also lists US$40 per year for retained data after three months and custom arrangements for volume or support. Check the applicable limits and total charge for the chosen election.
Votes.ng uses a voter-count pricing model for Live elections, with free preparation and Test mode. Check current Votes.ng pricing and the official OpaVote pricing page for the scenario you need. This article does not convert currencies or declare a lower-cost winner.
Check voter and candidate limits, counting-method requirements, retention charges and the support scope. These dimensions affect the total service needed.
Questions to resolve before choosing
- Does the exact ballot and counting method match the organization's rules?
- Can each eligible voter use the planned access method?
- Can the organizer test the complete journey before opening?
- Who controls result release, and what records are available afterward?
- Does the quotation include the necessary support, delivery and retention?
Where official material does not settle a requirement, ask the provider directly. A feature listed by a vendor is a starting point for evaluation, not an independent guarantee.
How to read this comparison
Use the sources below to check the details that matter to your organization. A platform may suit different needs; this article does not assign an overall score or ranking.