Decision read
For most teams, WildApricot is the better choice with a clear lead in the current snapshot.
Choose Sawyer over the leader if best for events and conferences teams with a direct use case..
WildApricot is the stronger default. Best for teams that need best for events and conferences teams that balance payments with ease of use, support..

Sawyer

WildApricot
Differences
Sawyer leads
No clear lead.
WildApricot leads
- Looks stronger on overall fit.
- Looks stronger on support.
- Looks stronger on pricing clarity.
- Looks stronger on current momentum.
- Looks stronger on buyer confidence.
- Looks stronger on review depth.
Signal coverage
Feature comparison
| Feature | Sawyer | WildApricot |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Free plan | ✗ | ✗ |
| Free trial | ✗ | ✓ |
| Transparent pricing | ✗ | ✗ |
| Platform | ||
| Target verticals | Events and conferences, Classes, camps, and programs, Nonprofit and membership | Events and conferences, Classes, camps, and programs, Sports and clubs |
| Key features | — | Payments, Reporting, Membership, Integrations and API |
| Buyer Signal | ||
| Total reviews | 387 | 574 |
| Review sources | 1 | 4 |
| Average rating | 3/5 | 2.7/5 |
| Activity | ||
| Site updates (30d) | — | 3 |
| Docs/changelog available | ✗ | ✓ |
| Capabilities | ||
| Mobile app | ✗ | WildApricot includes mobile applications. |
| API access | Integrates with Zapier and other tools | Supports API access and third-party tools. |
| Customization | ✗ | ✗ |
| Compliance (GDPR, etc.) | ✗ | ✗ |
| Integrations | Supports integrations with various platforms | Integrates with various software solutions. |
| Multi-language | ✗ | ✗ |
| Offline mode | ✗ | ✗ |
| Reporting & analytics | ✗ | ✗ |
| Team management | ✗ | ✗ |
| Payment processing | Handles registration fees and payments | ✗ |