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Tally vs Jotform

Last updated October 2026

Looking for a European alternative to Jotform? Here's how Tally compares, on EU hosting, GDPR and what it does.

Our pick for a European buyer: Tally. We weight data residency, GDPR and EU jurisdiction above everything else — that is the constraint this directory exists to solve.

What it is
A Belgian form builder with unlimited forms and submissions on the free plan, EU-hosted and SOC 2 certified.
Online form builder with workflow automation and data collection tools.
Headquarters
🇧🇪 BE
🇺🇸 US · 2006
EU data residency
Yes, for all customers
Available on some plansEU/Germany server location can be enabled in account settings for all customers.
DSGVO / GDPR
Yes
Yes
Certifications
No
SOC 2 Type II
Price from
No
$34/mo
Free plan
Yes
Yes
Open Source
No
No
Integrations
Zapier, Make (ehemals Integromat), Pipedream, Integrately, ApiX-Drive +10
Salesforce, HubSpot, Zoho CRM, Stripe, PayPal +9

Where each one wins

Tally

Strengths

  • +Intuitive, clean interface with minimal onboarding friction, suitable for non-technical users
  • +Fast creation and deployment of forms and workflows, enabling quick implementation for lead capture and onboarding
  • +Professional, out-of-the-box design with subtle customization options (e.g., images, sections, progress bars)
  • +Strong integrations with tools like Notion, Google Sheets, and payment gateways for workflow automation
  • +Responsive and helpful customer support, particularly during setup and template use
  • +Transparent and cost-effective pricing, ideal for small to medium-sized businesses
  • +Quick onboarding with guides, video tutorials, and context-sensitive help
  • +Versatile use cases across industries, including accounting, inventory, and compliance

Limitations

  • −Onboarding for paid features less intuitive than free version, with room for improvement in accessibility
  • −Limited advanced automation and integrations compared to competitors, restricting scalability for larger enterprises
  • −UI/UX for custom domains and integration workflows (e.g., Drive/Dropbox) could be more user-friendly

Jotform

Strengths

  • +Intuitive drag-and-drop form builder
  • +Extensive template library
  • +Strong workflow automation
  • +Reliable uptime and performance

Limitations

  • −Steep learning curve for advanced features
  • −Limited customization in free plan
  • −Pricing can escalate with submissions
  • −No native ISO 27001 certification

Data residency & compliance

Tally
Jotform
EU data residency
Yes, for all customers
Available on some plansEU/Germany server location can be enabled in account settings for all customers.
Transfer mechanism
Not required — data stays in the EU
Standard Contractual Clauses
Sub-processors
not established
Certifications
No
SOC 2 Type II

Pricing

Tally

  • Free Free foreverUnlimited forms and submissions · Conditional logic, file uploads, signatures · Custom branding and integrations

No paid plans with additional features are currently published.

Jotform

  • Starter Free ForeverUp to 5 forms · 100 monthly submissions · 100 MB storage
  • Bronze $34 per month, billed annuallyUp to 25 forms · 1,000 monthly submissions · 10 GB storage
  • Silver $39 per month, billed annuallyUp to 50 forms · 2,500 monthly submissions · 25 GB storage
  • Gold $99 per month, billed annuallyUp to 100 forms · 10,000 monthly submissions · 100 GB storage
  • Enterprise On request CustomCustom forms and submissions · Custom storage · Dedicated support

Monthly billing available; annual plans offer discounts. Enterprise pricing is custom.

Features

Tally

Form Creation & Design
Unlimited forms and submissions, No-code form creation by typing, Professional, visually appealing forms in seconds, Conditional logic, file uploads, and signatures
Form Functionality
Unlimited input blocks and respondents, Payment integrations for transactions, Traffic source and visitor behavior analysis, Time spent tracking on forms
Automation & Workflows
Automated workflows via integrations, Instant notifications via Slack, Telegram, and other platforms, API access for custom integrations

Jotform

Form Creation
Drag-and-drop builder, Pre-built templates, Conditional logic, Multi-page and card forms
Apps and Workflows
Jotform Apps, Workflow automation, Inbox and approvals, Notifications and reminders
Data and Reporting
Jotform Tables, Report Builder, Data visualization, Boards for task management
Documents and Signatures
PDF Editor, Jotform Sign for e-signatures
AI Tools
AI form creation, AI app creation, AI Agents/chatbots