Auction Tech Spotlight: 5 Platforms That Impress Us

At this year’s AFP ICON, we made a conscious effort to find out more from many of the top auction software platforms helping nonprofits elevate their fundraising events. Whether you're hosting a gala, silent auction, or hybrid fundraiser, there are tools that offer powerful features to simplify event management.

But here’s something important to keep in mind: most organizations use auction platforms fewer than five times per year. That means ease of use, intuitive setup, and strong reporting tools are critical when choosing the right solution. You want a platform that’s easy to pick up, even if it’s been months since your last event.

Here are five standout platforms we reviewed:

Auctria offers custom event websites, affordable pricing, and tools for everything from raffles to sponsorships. A built in dessert dash calculator eases data entry and auction operations too! A flexible, budget-friendly option for nonprofits of all sizes.

Greater Giving is mobile-optimized with max bidding, gamification, and seamless checkout. It’s a great choice for organizations that want to keep donors engaged while simplifying logistics.

Maestrosoft offers software and support to help nonprofits run fundraising auctions and events, both in person and online. It stands out by combining practical tools with hands-on help before and during events, so organizations aren’t left figuring things out on their own.  

OneCause has a robust all-in-one platform for in-person, virtual, and hybrid events. Features like Auction AI™, express check-in, and self-checkout make it a favorite for streamlining both planning and guest experience.

Qtego is known for text-based bidding and real-time updates, QTego provides a concierge-style experience that’s especially effective for live events. Simple website set up as well.

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Our team works with all of these platforms—and more—to provide seamless check-in/check-out and data entry services and event management. Whether you're using one of these tools or exploring others, we’re here to help make your event a success.