3 reasons community groups switch from Meetup to Heylo
More affordable
Whether you’re just starting or growing a group, Heylo gives you everything you need at no cost, including a customized branded space for your group.
For scaling groups and organizations with chapters, you can do even more, like collecting waivers and adding custom reporting.
Proven reliability
With fewer outages and dependable performance, you can focus on what matters most: creating impactful connections, while we handle the logistics.
Worldclass support
Unlike other platforms, we’re always available with the answers you need to keep your community thriving.
How it's different
Heylo is dedicated to one thing: Helping your group achieve its potential.
Heylo works for your whole group, including your members who don’t want to download a new app. With Heylo, everyone can participate the way they like. Your members can stay in the loop by email, on the web, or with the app.
How Heylo grows your Meetup group
Deliver a great experience for your members, online and off
Your digital experience is just as important as your meetup. Your members can connect with modern communications.
Members connect and get value from each other
Your members meet and support one another. Happy members tell their friends and colleagues about your meetup.
Easy ways for your members to share your meetup
QR codes, links, email invites, and Instagram integrations make it easy for your members to promote your meetup for you.
Jenni Dubman
Cofounder
Nth Degree
Mike Smith
Founder
Ragle Beach Volleyball
Steve Finley
Cofounder
Brooklyn Track Club
See how Heylo compares
Group chat organized by topic
Event chat
Voluntary supporting membership
White glove support
Export member data and attendance
Collect waivers
Event calendar
Event RSVPs, attendance tracking, and waitlists
Paid membership
Photo albums
Group discovery
Group SEO
Member directory
Frequently asked questions
Yes, Heylo is designed to be more affordable for every type of group and leader. Unlike Meetup, which charges by member and group size, Heylo provides flexible pricing options based on the features you need to run your group. You can host and grow your community without worrying about costs scaling up with your membership.
Yes! Any group can use Heylo for free to organize events, manage communications, and help new members find your group. For a monthly fee, you can access additional features to help scale your group. If you host paid groups or events, we offer transparent pricing with no surprise fees.
If you’re looking for a platform that's more affordable, reliable, and built for fostering in-person connections, Heylo may be a better choice. Heylo allows you to focus on growing your group and creating meaningful experiences without being restricted by fees or group size limits. Meetup is great if you need to find new people to come to every event, but Heylo focuses on helping community group leaders foster real connections and sustainable growth.
No, Heylo does not charge per member. Our pricing is designed to be fair and accessible, so you can grow your community without worrying about increasing fees. You only pay if your group collects payments for membership or events through Heylo, and even then, our pricing is competitive and straightforward.
No, Heylo has no limits on group size or the number of events you can host. Whether you're running a small group or a large, active community, you’ll have the freedom to host as many events as you like and welcome as many members as you can without additional fees or restrictions.
Absolutely. Heylo is trusted by thousands of group leaders who rely on us to build thriving in-person communities. We're proud to have a growing customer base, a sustainable business model, and a platform that people truly depend on. We're here to stay and support your community for years to come.
No, you won’t lose your members if you switch to Heylo! Our free member import tool makes it easy to onboarding your members, making the transition seamless. Once they experience how easy it is to communicate and get all the info they need about your events, your members will appreciate the switch. We’re here to help you every step of the way!