Built for real camps, not just enrichment programs.

CampReady vs Sawyer

Built for real camps, not just enrichment programs.

Sawyer is a great tool for small enrichment programs and after-school activities. But if you're running a full camp — with staff, health records, incident reporting, and overnight operations — you need CampReady.

Feature comparison

CampReady vs Sawyer — side by side

Feature
CampReady
Sawyer
Flat monthly price
No per-camper fees
All modules included
Setup in ~15 minutes
Online camper registration
Parent portal
Health and medical records
Incident reporting
Emergency management tools
Staff management
Activity scheduling
Built-in payment processing
No transaction surcharges

Why camp directors choose CampReady

Four reasons CampReady is the better fit for most camps.

Built for full camp operations

Health records, incident reporting, staff management, and emergency tools — everything a real camp needs.

Flat $185/month

No per-transaction fees. One price covers everything.

Overnight and multi-session support

Designed for the complexity of overnight camps, not just day programs.

Parent portal with real-time updates

Keep parents informed with a dedicated portal — not just email receipts.

An honest look at Sawyer

What Sawyer does well

  • Very easy to set up and use
  • Clean, modern interface
  • Good for small enrichment programs and day camps

Where Sawyer falls short

  • Not built for full camp operations
  • Missing health and safety tools
  • Limited staff management
  • Per-transaction fees add up

Typical Sawyer pricing

Per-transaction fees on every registration payment

vs. CampReady: $185/month flat — every module included

The bottom line

Sawyer is easy to use and works well for small programs. But it was never designed for the operational complexity of a full camp. If you need health records, staff management, incident reporting, and emergency tools, CampReady is purpose-built for exactly that — at a flat $185/month.

Ready for software built for your camp?

Set up CampReady in about 15 minutes. No credit card required.