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PollGarden vs Mentimeter
Mentimeter is great for live presentations but heavy and pricey for a simple poll. PollGarden is a share-a-link-anywhere tool: create in seconds, no app, no per-presenter pricing — starting at $4/mo.
Why creators switch
- ✓ Made for shareable web links, not just slides
- ✓ A fraction of the price
- ✓ Ultra-light pages that load instantly
- ✓ No account required to vote
| Feature | PollGarden | Mentimeter |
|---|---|---|
| Entry price | $4/mo | $11.99+/mo |
| Share by link | Core | Secondary |
| Page weight | Ultra-light | Heavy app |
| Templates | 100+ | Themes |
| Public feed | Yes | No |
Frequently asked questions
Do voters need to install anything?
No. A PollGarden poll is a plain web link — voters tap an option and see live results, on any device, with nothing to install.
Can I show live results on a screen like Mentimeter?
Yes — every poll page updates live, and the QR code makes it easy to put a poll on a slide or projector so the audience votes from their phones.
Is there a free plan?
Yes, and it is genuinely usable: unlimited basic polls with live results. Paid plans start at $4/mo for extras like image options and no ads.