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AllSeated vs Eventbrite

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AllSeated

Software

Event planning and collaboration platform

From
Free
Rated
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Eventbrite logo

Eventbrite

Software

Where event planners thrive

From
Free
Rated
-

The short version

  • They diverge on capability: AllSeated covers Floor plans, Eventbrite covers Event Discovery.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which AllSeated and Eventbrite actually diverge.

Attributes where AllSeated and Eventbrite differ
AttributeAllSeatedEventbrite
Pricing modelfreemiumUnknown
Founded20132006

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), platforms (Web, Ios, Android), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Unknown).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in AllSeated

  • Floor plans
  • Seating charts
  • Guest management
  • Timeline planning
  • 3D visualization
  • Google Contacts
  • Excel
  • Cvent

Only in Eventbrite

  • Event Discovery
  • Ticketing
  • Event Management
  • Marketing Tools
  • Analytics
  • Virtual Events
  • Mailchimp
  • Salesforce

Both cover

  • Web support
  • Ios support
  • Android support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

AllSeated

  • Event planningnot Eventbrite
  • Ticket salesnot Eventbrite
  • Attendee managementnot Eventbrite
  • Virtual eventsnot Eventbrite
  • Event marketingnot Eventbrite

Eventbrite

  • Selling tickets for concerts, festivals and nightlife eventsnot AllSeated
  • Running conferences and corporate events with registrationnot AllSeated
  • Nonprofit fundraising eventsnot AllSeated
  • Reserved seating and timed entry admissionnot AllSeated
  • Promoting events through the Eventbrite marketplace and paid adsnot AllSeated

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

AllSeated

Nothing recorded yet. See the AllSeated review.

Eventbrite

  • Service fees total 6.59% + $1.79 per ticket (3.7% service + 2.9% payment processing), among the highest in the industry
  • Holds 20% of net sales in reserve until event completion and delays payout 3 days after event, creating cash flow problems for organizers
  • Limited event page customization with no white-label option and events must be registered on eventbrite.com domain

Pricing, plan by plan

AllSeated

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Floor plans
    • Basic seating
    • Guest list
  • Pro$99/event
    • Advanced features
    • 3D walkthrough
    • Timeline
  • Business$299/month
    • Team features
    • VR tours
    • API access

Eventbrite

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Unlimited free events
    • No platform fees for free events
  • Pro$15/month
    • Email marketing
    • Custom branding
    • Advanced analytics

Which should you pick?

Choose AllSeated if

  • You need floor plans.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Ios, Android.
  • You also want seating charts.

Choose Eventbrite if

  • You need event discovery.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, iOS, Android.
  • You also want ticketing.

Questions people ask

Is AllSeated or Eventbrite better?
Neither clearly leads. AllSeated starts at Free and Eventbrite at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, AllSeated or Eventbrite?
AllSeated starts at Free and Eventbrite at Free.
Does AllSeated or Eventbrite run on more platforms?
AllSeated runs on Web, Ios, Android. Eventbrite runs on Web, iOS, Android.
Can I use AllSeated for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is AllSeated best used for?
AllSeated is most often used for event planning, ticket sales, attendee management, virtual events. Of those, event planning and ticket sales are not what Eventbrite is typically brought in for.
What can AllSeated do that Eventbrite cannot?
AllSeated covers Floor plans, Seating charts, Guest management, Timeline planning. Eventbrite covers Event Discovery, Ticketing, Event Management, Marketing Tools. Both handle Web support, Ios support, Android support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Eventbrite: Is Eventbrite free for hosting free events?

Yes, Eventbrite is completely free for events with free tickets. You can publish unlimited free events with no platform fees, service fees, or payment processing fees. Features like custom branding and advanced analytics are only available on paid plans.

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Eventbrite: What are the fees for paid-ticket events in the US?

Eventbrite charges 3.7% plus $1.79 per ticket sold, plus 2.9% payment processing fee per order. Organizers can pass these fees to attendees or absorb them.

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Eventbrite: When do I receive payments from ticket sales?

Payouts are sent 3 days after your event ends (or on a custom schedule if you set one), and funds appear in your bank account within 5 business days in the US or 7 days internationally. Eventbrite also holds 20% in reserve until after the event to cover refunds and chargebacks.

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Eventbrite: Can I customize branding on my event page?

Customization is limited to basic colors and images. You cannot white-label the event page or remove Eventbrite branding, and all registration flows pass through Eventbrite's domain, not your own.

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Eventbrite: Does Eventbrite offer an API for integrations?

Yes, Eventbrite provides an OAuth API for developers to build custom integrations. Full documentation is available on their platform portal with support for app authentication and API keys.

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