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Brella vs Keepy

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Brella

Software

AI-powered networking for events

From
$2500/event
Rated
-
K

Keepy

Software

The family keeper for precious memories

From
Free
Rated
-

The short version

  • Only Keepy has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Brella limited feature set compared to full-featured event management platforms; Keepy limited offline functionality requires internet connectivity for uploads and viewing
  • They diverge on capability: Brella covers AI matchmaking, Keepy covers Photo capture.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Brella and Keepy actually diverge.

Attributes where Brella and Keepy differ
AttributeBrellaKeepy
Starting price$2500/eventFree
Pricing modelsubscriptionUnknown
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsWebWeb, iOS, Android
Founded20162013

Identical on both: 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 Brella

  • AI matchmaking
  • 1:1 meeting scheduler
  • Intent data
  • Sponsor promotion
  • Analytics dashboard
  • Salesforce
  • HubSpot
  • Eventbrite

Only in Keepy

  • Photo capture
  • Voice recordings
  • Video capture
  • Family sharing
  • Grandparent access
  • Print products
  • Timeline view
  • Cloud backup

Both cover

  • Ios support
  • Android support

What people use each for

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

Brella

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

Keepy

  • Preserving artworknot Brella
  • Family memory keepingnot Brella
  • Sharing with grandparentsnot Brella
  • Creating keepsakesnot Brella

Where each one falls short

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

Brella

  • Limited feature set compared to full-featured event management platforms
  • No trial version available
  • English language only, no multilingual support
  • Pricing not transparent; custom quotes only without public pricing

Keepy

  • Limited offline functionality requires internet connectivity for uploads and viewing
  • Free tier allows only 31 memories per month, which limits casual users and content preservation
  • Artkive has higher user ratings (4.8/5 vs 4.5/5) and specialized focus on artwork preservation
  • No desktop application, limited to web and mobile app access

Pricing, plan by plan

Brella

$2500/event
  • Essential$2500/event
    • AI matchmaking
    • 1:1 meetings
    • Event app
  • Professional$5000/event
    • Advanced matching
    • Sponsor features
    • Analytics
  • Enterprise$10000/event
    • Custom development
    • API access
    • White-label

Keepy

Free
  • Forever FreeFree
    • Up to 31 memories per month
  • Premium$1.99/month
    • Up to 101 memories per month
    • Voice and video stories

Which should you pick?

Choose Brella if

  • You need ai matchmaking.
  • You also want 1:1 meeting scheduler.

Choose Keepy if

  • You need photo capture.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, iOS, Android.
  • You also want voice recordings.

Questions people ask

Is Brella or Keepy better?
Neither clearly leads. Brella starts at $2500/event and Keepy at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Brella or Keepy?
Keepy has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at $2500/event for Brella and Free for Keepy.
Does Brella or Keepy run on more platforms?
Brella runs on Web. Keepy runs on Web, iOS, Android.
Can I use Keepy for free?
Yes. Keepy has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Brella starts at $2500/event.
What is Brella best used for?
Brella is most often used for event planning, ticket sales, attendee management, virtual events. Of those, event planning and ticket sales are not what Keepy is typically brought in for.
What can Brella do that Keepy cannot?
Brella covers AI matchmaking, 1:1 meeting scheduler, Intent data, Sponsor promotion. Keepy covers Photo capture, Voice recordings, Video capture, Family sharing. Both handle Ios support, Android support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Brella: Does Brella offer a free trial?

No. Brella does not offer a trial version, so potential customers cannot test the platform before committing.

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Keepy: What is Keepy's pricing?

Keepy offers Forever Free for up to 31 memories per month, Premium at $1.99/month for 101 memories, and Ultimate at $2.99/month for unlimited memories.

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Brella: How is Brella priced?

Brella uses custom, per-attendee pricing with no publicly displayed rates. The final price depends on total attendees and consulting services selected. Third-party estimates suggest $5,000 to $25,000+ per event.

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Keepy: What platforms does Keepy support?

Keepy is available as an app for iOS and Android, plus a private web portal accessible from any internet-connected device for viewing stored memories.

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Brella: What languages does Brella support?

Brella currently supports English only, which may limit international organizations or multilingual attendees.

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Keepy: Can grandparents access Keepy memories?

Yes, parents can invite grandparents and other family members as 'Fans' to view memories via email, web, or phone app, and fans can leave voice, video, or text comments on shared memories.

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Brella: What integrations does Brella offer?

Brella integrates with event registration platforms Eventbrite, Swoogo, and Tito; CRM platforms Salesforce Data Cloud and HubSpot CRM; WooCommerce for e-commerce; and Zapier for general automation.

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Keepy: Does Keepy work offline?

Keepy requires internet connectivity to upload photos and videos of children's artwork and mementos. The platform focuses on cloud-based sharing rather than offline-first functionality.

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Brella: Who is Brella best suited for?

Brella is recommended for large conferences and trade shows with 5,000+ attendees, particularly those with sponsorship inventory and investor meeting requirements.

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