The modern alternative to BigPulse
If you are evaluating alternatives to BigPulse, VoteAlly is a modern governance voting platform where you can sign up, build a ballot, and run a real election on the same day. No quote, no sales call, no wait.
VoteAlly is not affiliated with BigPulse, Inc. Feature information reflects publicly available details as of March 2026 and may have changed.
For organizations that want to try before they buy
BigPulse has built a strong reputation over 25 years as a managed election services provider. Their team handles setup, configuration, and support for organizations that prefer to hand the process to a specialist. For associations with complex, high-stakes elections and the budget for fully managed service, that model works well.
Some organizations, however, want to evaluate the platform hands-on before committing. They want to build a test ballot, see the voter experience, and understand the admin workflow before engaging a sales conversation. BigPulse requires a quote for all plans, including their self-managed option.
VoteAlly takes a different approach. Create a free account, upload a test voter list, and run a real election with up to 50 voters at no cost. If you later decide you want managed services, our team is available. But you never have to wait for a quote to see whether the platform fits.
What VoteAlly brings to association elections
A modern platform built for boards, associations, and nonprofits, with the flexibility to run it yourself or hand it to our team.
Self-serve from day one
Create an account, build your ballot, and run a test election in the same session. No sales call, no quote request, no waiting. Managed services are available when you want them, not required to get started.
Modern, mobile-first experience
Every screen is built for phones first. Voters tap once to access their ballot and once more to submit. The admin dashboard is equally clean on desktop and mobile.
Live meeting control
Open and close motions in real time during your AGM. The chair controls the pacing from the admin dashboard while members vote instantly on their phones.
Magic Link access for voters
Each voter receives a personalized Magic Link before the meeting. One tap opens their ballot instantly on any device, with no passwords or registration codes to remember.
Weighted voting built in
Upload a CSV with member names, emails, and vote weights or unit entitlements. VoteAlly applies weighted calculations automatically the moment each motion closes.
Transparent, published pricing
See every plan and price on the website before you create an account. No quote process, no per-election surprise charges. The free tier lets you run a real election to verify the platform fits.
Set up in minutes, not days
Simple enough for anyone. Just follow these four steps:
Configure Ballot
Create your motions or elections. Add candidate photos, set voting rules, customize everything.
Add Voters
Upload a CSV or add members manually. We validate emails and remove duplicates.
Send Invites
Email secure magic links to all voters. They click once and vote. No passwords to remember.
See Results
Watch votes roll in live. Download audit-ready reports when you're ready to certify results.
VoteAlly is a strong fit for organizations that...
- Want to test the platform hands-on before any financial commitment
- Need live AGM control where the chair opens and closes motions in real time
- Prefer transparent, published pricing over a quote-based sales process
- Have members who need frictionless ballot access with no passwords or codes
- Want the option of self-serve or managed services without being locked into one model
Frequently asked questions
Can I try VoteAlly without requesting a quote?
Yes. Create a free account and run a real test election with up to 50 voters at no cost. No credit card, no sales call, no quote required. You can evaluate the full platform before making any commitment.
Does VoteAlly offer managed election services?
Yes. Our Managed Services team can handle everything from ballot setup to live meeting facilitation. The difference is that managed services are optional. You can run elections yourself or bring in our team, and switch between the two at any time.
How do voters access their ballot?
Each voter receives a personalized Magic Link by email. One tap opens their ballot on any device instantly. No username, no password, no registration. This is especially valued by associations with older or less tech-savvy members.
Does VoteAlly support weighted voting?
Yes. Upload a CSV with member names, emails, and vote weights. VoteAlly applies weighted calculations automatically the moment each motion closes. Results are ready to download immediately.
See the difference for yourself
Run a secure, verifiable test election with up to 50 voters at no cost. No credit card, no sales call required.
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