Best Sign-Up App for Student Clubs
What to use, what it costs, and when it is not us
Student clubs need free tools that work in a group chat link: tabling shifts, bake sale contributions, event RSVPs, and finding a meeting time. Most campuses also provide an official organization platform. Use it where your school requires it.
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Sign-up tools for student clubs compared
| Tool | Free plan | Ads for participants (free) | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Campus organization platform | Provided by the school | No | Official events and member rosters |
| When2Meet | Yes | Not listed | Finding a meeting time |
| SignupKit | Yes: 5 sheets, 50 sign-ups each | No | One-off and seasonal sign-ups, no participant accounts |
| Partiful | Yes | No | Social events and parties |
| Google Forms | Yes | No | Applications and interest forms |
Our picks, ranked by fit
- 1
When2Meet: best for meeting times
Free, no account, and everyone understands the grid. We do not do this.
- 2SignupKit: best for tabling and bake sales
Tabling shifts, bake sale items, and volunteer slots with caps. Free for 5 sheets with 50 sign-ups each, which covers most clubs. Paid tickets go through Stripe with no SignupKit fee (US only).
- 3
Partiful: best for socials
Free, no ads, and built for parties shared by text.
- 4
Your campus platform: best for official events
Required at many schools for room bookings and funding. Clunky, but use it where it is required.
How to Create Your Sign Up Sheet with SignupKit
- 1
Create your event
Add the event name, date, location, and a short description for participants.
- 2
Add sign-up slots
Create slots for dishes, shifts, roles, or RSVP options. Set quantities and optional deadlines.
- 3
Share one link
Send a single mobile-friendly link. Participants sign up without creating an account.
- 4
Track and remind
See who signed up in real time, export the list, and send automated reminder emails.