Campfire Vote vs Live Polling Tools
Looking for the best way to run interactive voting at your next event? Here's how Campfire Vote compares to popular live polling platforms like Mentimeter, Slido, Poll Everywhere, and AhaSlides.
TL;DR: Why Choose Campfire Vote?
- ✓Built for parties, not presentations — Designed specifically for in-person social events
- ✓Themed experiences — Wine tastings, talent shows, cook-offs, and more with custom themes
- ✓Drag-and-drop ranked choice — Intuitive voting that other platforms don't offer
- ✓Free for guests — No downloads, no accounts, just scan and vote
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Campfire Vote | Mentimeter | Slido | Poll Everywhere | AhaSlides |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Real-time voting | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Ranked-choice voting | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ | Limited | ✗ |
| Themed party experiences | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Built for in-person events | ✓ | Webinars focus | Meetings focus | Presentations | Presentations |
| Mobile web (no app needed) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free for participants | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Drag-and-drop ranking | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Live presentation mode | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Party-specific themes | Wine, Talent, Cook-off + | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Pre-voting phase | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Pricing (host) | $20/party or $35/yr | $11.99/mo (Basic) | $12.50/mo (Basic) | $120/yr (Presenter) | Free / $7.95/mo |
Why Choose Campfire Vote?
Built for In-Person Events
While Mentimeter and Slido are designed for corporate presentations and webinars, Campfire Vote was built from the ground up for in-person social gatherings.
Our interface is optimized for party environments: bold visuals, easy-to-read results, and an experience that brings people together rather than just collecting data.
Party-First Design
Wine Tasting
Talent Show
Rib Cook-Off
Thanksgiving
Conspiracy
Custom
Themed Party Experiences
Every event type gets its own custom theme with unique colors, terminology, and party codes. A wine tasting feels different from a talent show because it should.
Other platforms offer one-size-fits-all polling. We offer experiences tailored to your specific event.
Guests Join Free, No Downloads
Participants just scan a QR code or enter a themed party code (like WINE-1234 or RIB-5678). No app downloads, no account creation, no friction.
While all polling tools allow web access, Campfire Vote's themed codes, instant join experience, and themed experience make participation feel special.
Themed party codes
Instant Results
Real-Time Voting & Results
Everyone is in sync throughout the party and voting; results are revealed instantly when the host decides to do so. Create memorable moments that your guests will talk about for a long time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ready to Try Campfire Vote?
Host your next event with Campfire Vote. Just $20 per party or $35/year for unlimited events. Participants always join free.