EntryThingy vs Cafe
When it comes to managing art calls and exhibitions, choosing the right platform can make all the difference. Let's explore why EntryThingy stands out as the superior choice compared to Cafe.
Transparent, Flexible Pricing
EntryThingy's pricing model is designed to be fair and transparent, with no hidden fees or surprises:
| Fee | EntryThingy | Cafe |
|---|---|---|
| Onboarding Fee | Free | $225 |
| Call Fee | Free | $250 |
| Token | $3.00 | $2.49 |
| Annual Renewal | Free | $120 |
| Processing Fee | Free | 3.25% |
While Cafe's token price appears slightly lower at $2.49, their additional fees quickly add up:
- A $225 onboarding fee
- A $250 fee per call
- A $120 annual renewal fee
- A 3.25% processing fee on all transactions
With EntryThingy, you only pay for what you use. No hidden fees, no annual renewals, and no percentage taken from your entry fees.
Comprehensive Feature Set
Entry Processing
- Process entries with up to 20 images per entry
- Flexible entry form customization
- Support for both online and offline jury systems
- Automatic entry number generation
- Built-in PayPal integration for easy payment processing
Jury System
- Multiple voting rounds support
- Vote by entry or by individual image
- Customizable scoring systems
- Blind jurying capabilities
- Easy juror management and access control
- Waitlist management for efficient show organization
Gallery Features
- Image gallery widget for showcasing accepted artists
- Customizable display options for artwork details
- Support for dimensions, materials, prices, and year
- Easy integration with your existing website
- Professional presentation of accepted works
Additional Benefits
- Free trial with 10 tokens
- No setup fee
- No annual renewal costs
- No percentage taken from entry fees
- 24/7 customer support
- Cloud-based storage with Amazon Web Services
- Automatic data backup
- Easy data export and management
Why Artists and Organizations Choose EntryThingy
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Cost-Effective: With no setup fees, annual renewals, or processing fees, EntryThingy helps you keep more of your entry fees.
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User-Friendly: Our intuitive interface makes it easy for both administrators and artists to navigate the system.
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Flexible: Whether you're running a small local show or a large international exhibition, EntryThingy scales to meet your needs.
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Professional: Our gallery widget and jury system provide a professional experience for both artists and jurors.
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Reliable: Built on Amazon Web Services, EntryThingy offers reliable performance and secure data storage.
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Supportive: Our dedicated support team is always available to help you make the most of the platform.
Get Started Today
Ready to experience the EntryThingy difference? Sign up now and receive 10 free tokens to try out our platform. No setup fee, no commitment - just a better way to manage your art calls and exhibitions.