TakeThemAMeal Does Meals.
SignUpReady Does Everything.
Meal trains are just the beginning. Coordinate volunteers, potlucks, events, and tasks - all with one free tool.
No credit card required. No account needed for participants.
Why TakeThemAMeal Isn't Enough
Great for meals - but life needs more than just meal coordination
Only for Meals
"TakeThemAMeal works great for meal trains, but I also need to coordinate volunteers for the same family's yard work and rides."
SignUpReady handles meals, volunteers, tasks, carpools, and everything else in one place.
Can't Do Volunteers
"Our church uses TakeThemAMeal for meals but we need a separate tool for service volunteers. It's confusing for members."
One tool for all coordination. Meals, volunteers, potlucks, and events - share the same link.
No Event Coordination
"I set up a meal train on TakeThemAMeal but also needed RSVPs for a welcome home party. Had to use two different tools."
Create multiple signup sheets for any occasion - meals, events, RSVPs, and tasks.
Limited Customization
"TakeThemAMeal has fixed meal slots and limited options. I wanted custom time slots and item categories."
Fully customizable slots with names, limits, dates, and times. Build exactly what you need.
SignUpReady vs TakeThemAMeal
One tool that does it all vs a meal-only tool
| Feature | SignUpReady | TakeThemAMeal |
|---|---|---|
| Meal Trains | With templates & reminders | Core feature |
| Volunteer Shifts | ✓ With time slots & limits | Not available |
| Event Signups | ✓ RSVP & task coordination | Not available |
| Potluck Coordination | ✓ Item slots with limits | Not available |
| Templates | ✓ 50+ across all categories | Meal templates only |
| Versatility | ✓ Any coordination type | Meals only |
| Email Reminders | Automatic (24h/48h) | Meal reminders |
| Account Required | Not for participants | Not for participants |
| Price | Free / $9/mo | Free / donations |
Get Started in 3 Steps
Set up a meal train or any signup sheet in minutes
Create Your Free Account
No credit card required. Takes 30 seconds.
Create Your Signup Sheet
Choose a meal train template or any of our 50+ templates for other needs.
Share with Your Group
Copy the link or download a QR code. Participants claim their spots instantly.
One tool for everything. Stop juggling separate tools for meals, volunteers, and events. SignUpReady handles all your coordination needs in one place.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between TakeThemAMeal and SignUpReady?
TakeThemAMeal is a meal-only coordination tool. SignUpReady handles meals AND everything else - volunteer shifts, potluck signups, carpool schedules, event RSVPs, and task coordination.
Can SignUpReady replace TakeThemAMeal for meal trains?
Yes! SignUpReady has meal train templates with date slots, dietary notes via comments, and automatic reminders.
Is SignUpReady free?
Yes! Our free plan includes 2 active signup sheets with up to 50 participants per sheet, completely ad-free.
Does TakeThemAMeal handle volunteer signups?
No, TakeThemAMeal is exclusively for meal coordination. SignUpReady handles meals, volunteers, events, and more.
When should I use TakeThemAMeal vs SignUpReady?
Use TakeThemAMeal if you only ever need meal coordination. Use SignUpReady if you also coordinate volunteers, potlucks, events, or any other group activity.
Need More Than Meal Coordination?
SignUpReady coordinates meals, volunteers, tasks, events, and RSVPs. Try it free today.
No credit card required. No account needed for participants.