1. Carta
Carta, Inc. · San Francisco · Fundraising tools · 4.5/5
Cap table management, securities issuance, valuations and fund administration for companies and investors.
Free plan
Free plan available
Fundraising tools · Alternatives
Best GoFundMe alternatives in India (2027)
GoFundMe is a fundraising tools product from GoFundMe, San Diego, priced at Free with a free plan. We compared 20 alternatives on published price, free plan, platforms and made-in-India support: 11 have a free plan, 5 are built in India.
Quick answer
The closest alternatives to GoFundMe are Carta (Free plan), Visible (Free plan), BackerKit (Free plan), Candid (Free plan) and LetsVenture (On request). Carta is the top-ranked option with a free plan.
Why businesses look for a GoFundMe alternative
Indian support and GST
GoFundMe is built in United States. 5 alternatives are made in India, where GST, TDS and UPI are usually handled natively and support runs on IST.
GoFundMe alternatives compared
Ranked by how closely each product matches GoFundMe's category, pricing model, platforms and business size, then by rating. Prices exclude GST.
| # | Software | Starting price | Free plan | Platforms | Made in India | Rating | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | GoFundMe (current) | Free | Yes | Web | No | 4.3/5 | — |
| 1 | Carta | Free plan | Yes | Web | No | 4.5/5 | |
| 2 |  Visible | Free plan | Yes | Web | No | 4.4/5 | |
| 3 |  BackerKit | Free plan | Yes | Web | No | 4.4/5 | |
| 4 |  Candid | Free plan | Yes | Web | No | 4.3/5 | |
| 5 |  LetsVenture | On request | No | Web | Yes | 4.4/5 | |
| 6 |  Pulley | Paid plans | No | Web | No | 4.1/5 | |
| 7 |  Affinity | Paid plans | No | Web | No | 4/5 | |
| 8 |  GivenGain | On request | No | Web | No | 4/5 | |
| 9 |  StartEngine | On request | No | Web | No | 3.9/5 | |
| 10 |  Ideali | On request | No | Web | No | 3.8/5 | |
| 11 |  Grantable | Free plan | Yes | Web | No | 4.2/5 | |
| 12 |  RoundOS | Free plan | Yes | Web | No | 4.2/5 | |
| 13 |  Ketto | Free | Yes | Web | Yes | 4.8/5 | |
| 14 |  Milaap | Free | Yes | Web | Yes | 4.8/5 | |
| 15 |  Donorbox | Free plan | Yes | Web | No | 4.5/5 | |
| 16 |  Cake Equity | Free plan | Yes | Web | No | 4.3/5 | |
| 17 |  Qapita | Free plan | Yes | Web | No | 4.3/5 | |
| 18 |  trica equity | On request | No | Web | Yes | 4.1/5 | |
| 19 |  Hissa | On request | No | Web | Yes | 4.1/5 | |
| 20 |  DonorPerfect | $99/month | No | Web | No | 3.9/5 |
Top 10 GoFundMe alternatives in detail
2. Visible
Visible.vc, Inc. · Chicago · Fundraising tools · 4.4/5
Investor reporting and fundraising platform for startup founders to update investors and manage raise pipelines.
Free plan
Free plan available
3. BackerKit
BackerKit · Fundraising tools · 4.4/5
Crowdfunding and pledge management platform for creators running campaigns
Free plan
Free plan available
4. Candid
Candid · New York · Fundraising tools · 4.3/5
Grants and nonprofit data platform to find funding and research nonprofit organisations
Free plan
Free plan available
5. LetsVenture
LetsVenture Technologies Private Limited · Bengaluru · Fundraising tools · 4.4/5
Online investment platform connecting Indian startups with angel investors, family offices and funds.
On request
Quote-based
Compared with GoFundMe
- No free plan, unlike GoFundMe
- Built in India (Bengaluru)
6. Pulley
Pulley · Oakland · Fundraising tools · 4.1/5
Cap table management software for founders, finance and legal teams across company stages.
Paid plans
Free trial
Compared with GoFundMe
- No free plan, unlike GoFundMe
7. Affinity
Affinity · San Francisco · Fundraising tools · 4/5
Relationship intelligence CRM for venture capital and private capital deal teams.
Paid plans
Free trial
Compared with GoFundMe
- No free plan, unlike GoFundMe
8. GivenGain
GivenGain · Fundraising tools · 4/5
Online fundraising platform for nonprofits and peer-to-peer campaigns
On request
Quote-based
Compared with GoFundMe
- No free plan, unlike GoFundMe
9. StartEngine
StartEngine · Burbank · Fundraising tools · 3.9/5
Equity crowdfunding platform where companies raise capital from retail and accredited investors.
On request
Quote-based
Compared with GoFundMe
- No free plan, unlike GoFundMe
On request
Quote-based
Compared with GoFundMe
- No free plan, unlike GoFundMe
GoFundMe alternatives by what you need
Free GoFundMe alternatives
Indian alternatives to GoFundMe
How to choose a GoFundMe alternative
- Match the tool to the jurisdiction. Cap-table software built for US structures handles Indian share allotment and ROC paperwork poorly, and the gap surfaces at the worst moment.
- For non-profits, confirm 80G receipt generation and, if you receive foreign contributions, how the tool handles FCRA-designated accounts.
- Check payment costs end to end. Platform fees plus gateway charges decide how much of each rupee actually reaches you.
GoFundMe alternatives — FAQs
What is the best alternative to GoFundMe in 2027?+
The closest matches to GoFundMe on App Advisor are Carta (Free plan), Visible (Free plan), BackerKit (Free plan). They are ranked by how closely their category, pricing model, platforms and target business size match GoFundMe, then by rating. The best choice depends on your team size and budget.
Is there a free alternative to GoFundMe?+
Yes. 11 of the 20 alternatives listed have a free plan or are free: Carta (Free plan), Visible (Free plan), BackerKit (Free plan). Free plans usually cap users, records or transactions, so check the limits against your monthly volume.
Is there an Indian alternative to GoFundMe?+
Yes. 5 alternatives are built in India, including LetsVenture (On request), Ketto (Free), Milaap (Free). Indian products usually handle GST, TDS and UPI natively and bill in rupees.
GoFundMe vs Carta: which is better?+
Carta is the closest match to GoFundMe in our catalogue. Compare them side by side before you book a demo.
How were these GoFundMe alternatives chosen?+
Every product listed sits in fundraising tools or a category GoFundMe also covers, and GoFundMe's own products are excluded. Prices, free plans and platforms come from each vendor's official website. App Advisor does not sell any of this software.
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