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title: "SignUpGenius Pricing: Is It Free? Plans & Costs (2026)"
description: "What SignUpGenius actually costs: what the free tier includes, what the ads are, and what each paid tier adds. Plus a free alternative with no ads on any plan."
url: "https://www.signupkit.co/signupgenius-pricing"
category: "events"
type: "guide"
cluster: "alternatives"
updated: "2026-07-26"
---


# SignUpGenius Pricing: What It Actually Costs

> Is it free, what the free tier holds back, and what you pay to remove it

SignUpGenius has a free tier, so the real question is not "is it free" but "what does free cost you." The honest answer is ads shown to your participants and some features held back. This page lays out what the free tier includes, what the paid tiers add, and what the equivalent looks like elsewhere.

- No login required for participants
- Free plan available
- Mobile-friendly signups

## Is SignUpGenius free?

Yes, there is a free plan, and for a one-off potluck it genuinely works. The catch is not a hidden charge — it is that the free tier displays third-party advertising on the pages your participants see. You do not see the ads as the organizer nearly as often as your guests do.

The second catch is feature gating. Several things most organizers assume are standard — removing branding, some reminder and messaging options, richer themes and reporting — sit on paid tiers rather than the free one.

SignUpGenius does not publish a single fixed price list that stays stable, and it changes tiers periodically, so check their pricing page for current numbers before you commit. What is stable is the shape of the deal: free with ads, or pay to remove them.

## What you are actually paying to remove

- Third-party ads on participant-facing sign-up pages
- SignUpGenius branding on your sheets
- Limits on automated reminders and participant messaging
- Access to premium themes and custom design
- Reporting and export options beyond the basics

## What the same job costs on SignupKit

Our numbers, in full, so you can put them next to whatever SignUpGenius is quoting you today:

| Feature | SignupKit | SignUpGenius |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Free plan exists | Yes | Yes |
| Ads on the free plan | None, on any plan | Yes, shown to participants |
| Free plan limits | 5 sheets, 50 sign-ups each, 5 reminders/month | Unlimited sheets, with ads and feature gating |
| Entry paid tier | $10/month, or $99/year | Varies by tier; check their current pricing |
| One-off event option | $12 Weekly Pass, does not auto-renew | No single-event option |
| Team / multi-organizer | From $29/month for 5 seats | Available on higher tiers |
| Cost to participants | Free, no account | Free, account often prompted |

## Which one is cheaper for you

It genuinely depends on volume, so here is the honest split:

- Under 50 sign-ups per sheet and a few events a year — we are free and ad-free, they are free with ads
- Hundreds of sign-ups on a single sheet — their free tier stretches further than ours before you pay
- One big event a year — our $12 Weekly Pass is likely the cheapest way to get unrestricted features anywhere
- Year-round recurring sign-ups — compare our $99/year against their annual tier directly
- Ads are unacceptable to your audience — that decides it regardless of price

## 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.

## FAQ

### Is SignUpGenius free to use?

There is a free plan, and it works. It shows third-party ads to the people signing up, and holds back branding removal, some reminder options, and premium themes for paid tiers.

### How much is SignUpGenius premium?

They run several paid tiers and adjust them periodically, so check their pricing page for the current figure rather than trusting a number quoted on a third-party page — including this one.

### Do participants pay for SignUpGenius?

No. On SignUpGenius and on SignupKit, only the organizer ever pays. Participants sign up for free either way.

### What is the cheapest way to get ad-free sign-up sheets?

SignupKit's free plan: 5 sheets, up to 50 sign-ups each, no ads on any plan including free. If you need more than that for one event, the $12 Weekly Pass covers a week of unlimited use without a subscription.

## Related guides

- [SignUpGenius Alternatives Compared](https://www.signupkit.co/sign-up-genius-alternative)
- [SignUpGenius vs SignupKit](https://www.signupkit.co/signupgenius-vs-signupkit)
- [Google Forms Sign Up Alternative](https://www.signupkit.co/google-forms-signup-alternative)
- [Best Sign Up Sheet Apps](https://www.signupkit.co/best-signup-sheet-apps)

## See our pricing in full

No ads on any plan, including free. Every limit published on one page.

[See SignupKit Pricing](https://www.signupkit.co/create)