Feature Comparison
| Feature | TownHall | Basin |
|---|---|---|
| Free submissions | 50/month | 100/month✓ |
| Built-in CRM | Yes✓ | No |
| Link tracking | Included✓ | No |
| Webhooks | All plans | All plans |
| File uploads | CDN storage | Available |
| Auto-reply emails | Customizable | Available |
| Dashboard | Modern, feature-rich✓ | Simple |
| Spam filtering | Advanced✓ | Honeypot only |
About Basin
Basin is a form backend service focused on simplicity. It handles form submissions and emails but lacks advanced features.
Why Choose TownHall Over Basin
Considerations
We believe in transparency. Here's where Basin might be a better fit:
Pricing Comparison
Basin
Free (100/mo), Personal $4/mo (500/mo), Pro $12/mo (2,500/mo), Business $24/mo (10,000/mo)
TownHall is Best For
Developers who want a full-featured platform beyond just form handling.
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about switching from Basin to TownHall.
TownHall offers several advantages over Basin, including Built-in CRM for contact management, Link tracking and URL shortener. Additionally, TownHall provides built-in CRM, link tracking, and more generous free tier features.
TownHall offers Free (50/mo), Pro $19/mo (5,000/mo), Enterprise custom, while Basin offers Free (100/mo), Personal $4/mo (500/mo), Pro $12/mo (2,500/mo), Business $24/mo (10,000/mo). TownHall provides better value with more features included.
Yes! Migrating from Basin to TownHall is straightforward. Export your data from Basin, create a TownHall account, and point your forms to our endpoint. Our API is simple and well-documented, making the transition smooth.
TownHall includes built-in CRM for contact management, link tracking and URL shortening, webhooks on all plans (including free), and a modern dashboard. These features are either unavailable or require higher-tier plans with Basin.
Absolutely! TownHall works with any frontend framework or static site, just like Basin. Whether you're using React, Vue, Next.js, Svelte, or plain HTML, simply point your form to our endpoint URL.
Your data is always yours. You can export all submissions from Basin and import them into TownHall. We also provide easy export options (CSV/JSON) so you can take your data with you anytime.
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No backend code required. Just paste a URL and you're live.
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