A free and straightforward alternative to Heja that delivers for your grassroots sports club or group.
In the realm of sports management platforms, Spond and Heja stand out as major players. Both are designed to assist club and group administrators in enhancing operational efficiency. But, which platform truly stands out?
We delve into their features to discern the optimal choice for your club or group - Spond or Heja?
An honest assessment of the pros and cons of both Spond and Heja as solutions for grassroots coaches.
High-level comparison
Choosing between Spond and Heja poses a challenge for club and group admins and coaches at the grassroots level. Both platforms shine for varied reasons. Spond boasts impressive features, functionality, and is free to use. Heja, while easy to navigate, has some important features locked behind its Pro version.
Both platforms present distinct advantages and potential drawbacks. The final decision rests upon your needs as a coach or admin. Whether you’re managing a smaller group or a large-scale club, both platforms have something to offer. We recommend testing out both to see which suits your needs best.
Spond vs Heja comparison
| SPOND | HEJA | |
|---|---|---|
| Cost to use | Free | Free / Pro from £8.17/mo |
| Number of users per group | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| G2 rating | 4.8 | Not listed |
| iOS app rating | 4.7 | 4.8 |
| Android app rating | 4.4 | 4.3 |
| Mobile app | ✔ | ✔ |
| Memberships | ✔ | ✔ |
| Payments | 2.5% + £0.20 | Variable. Typically 3.67% - 5% (Min £0.50) |
| Payments tracking | ✔ | 💲 |
| Messaging | ✔ | ✔ |
| Social Interaction | ✔ | ✔ |
| Event Management | ✔ | ✔ |
| Reminders | ✔ | 💲 |
| Availability Confirmation | ✔ | ✔ |
| Fundraising | ✔ | ❌ |
| Courses & Camps | ✔ | ❌ |
| Data Compliance | ✔ | ✔ |
| Multiple Admins | ✔ | 💲 |
| Safeguarding Features | ✔ | ✔ |
| Attendance statistics | ✔ | 💲 |
| Desktop access | ✔ | 💲 |
| Help & Support | ✔ | ✔ |
All information current as of 12th October 2023. Spond makes all reasonable efforts to use reliable and comprehensive information, but we make no guarantee that it is accurate or complete. Spond is not responsible for the information contained in any referred third-party website nor do we guarantee their accuracy and completeness. Trademarks contained herein are the property of their respective owners
💲 = Premium/paid feature
Is Spond the right solution for you?
Prioritising the experience of members is paramount.
Why invest in a platform when a fantastic free solution is available?
A feature-rich platform with an intuitive interface will surely resonate with your members.
The best platforms are attentive to user needs, offering robust support.
Opt for a platform that can evolve in tandem with your club or group’s growth.
Feedback from Spond Users:
What do you like best?
Spond offers our club a holistic solution to oversee our membership and scheduled events. The platform’s evolving capabilities signify that they are heeding feedback from users.
What do you dislike?
Being a free platform, there’s little room for complaint. I’m not sure why even more coaches and admins don’t choose Spond.
Recommendations to others considering the product?
For larger club management with a focus on streamlined communication, membership, and payments, Spond is your best bet.
What problems are you solving with the product?
Communication has been made seamless. When reaching out to members or aides, direct messaging is a click away.
Spond is the top-rated alternative to Heja
"This is now my primary platform."
-Community Sports Group UK
“Spond is super convenient”
-Mathieu D, Coach
“Spond allows us to manage all aspects of the club”
-Stu Wells, Oxford Quins RFC
Spond is great value because it’s free to use, regardless of how many members you have.
Spond is free to use
No hidden costs. Spond is devoid of convoluted pricing schemes, remaining free irrespective of the number of groups or members you add. Only optional payment processing comes with fees and there is cost for fundraising tools based on how much you raise. Every other feature is included for free.
Data and safeguarding at the core of Spond
We won’t criticise Heja for charging for premium features – after all, Spond is unusual in choosing not to charge. However, while Heja offers an impressive array of free features, it doesn’t quite match the extensive suite provided without charge by Spond
Spond’s support team are here to help
Neither Spond nor Heja charge for help and support. At Spond., we believe in empowering our users to make the most of our fully-featured platform Our extensive online resources and dedicated support team guarantee a smooth user journey.
Spond is all about simplicity
Both Spond and Heja are simple to use. Designed with grassroots sports clubs and groups in mind, Spond ensures administrators find ease in management, while members enjoy a seamless user experience. From daily tasks to integrated messaging, payments, and events, everything flows effortlessly.
Heja is good, but Spond's free features stand out, streamlining memberships and communications and saving up to 7 hours weekly.
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