Feature Comparison
| Feature | TownHall | JotForm |
|---|---|---|
| Free submissions | 50/month | 100/month✓ |
| Form design | Your own HTML/CSS | Drag-and-drop builder |
| API simplicity | Simple REST API✓ | Complex API |
| Pricing clarity | Simple per-submission✓ | Submissions + views + storage |
| Webhooks | All plans✓ | Paid plans |
| Built-in CRM | Yes✓ | Separate product |
| Link tracking | Included✓ | Not available |
| Setup complexity | Minutes✓ | Can be complex |
About JotForm
JotForm is a popular form builder with thousands of templates. It's feature-rich but can be complex and expensive for developers who just need a form backend.
Why Choose TownHall Over JotForm
Considerations
We believe in transparency. Here's where JotForm might be a better fit:
Pricing Comparison
JotForm
Free (100/mo), Bronze $39/mo (1,000/mo), Silver $99/mo (5,000/mo), Gold $199/mo (25,000/mo)
TownHall is Best For
Developers who prefer coding their own forms and want simple, predictable pricing.
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about switching from JotForm to TownHall.
TownHall offers several advantages over JotForm, including Simple, predictable pricing, Use your own form designs. 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 JotForm offers Free (100/mo), Bronze $39/mo (1,000/mo), Silver $99/mo (5,000/mo), Gold $199/mo (25,000/mo). TownHall provides better value with more features included.
Yes! Migrating from JotForm to TownHall is straightforward. Export your data from JotForm, 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 JotForm.
Absolutely! TownHall works with any frontend framework or static site, just like JotForm. 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 JotForm 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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