Software · head to head
Eventbrite vs Bizzabo
The short version
- Only Eventbrite has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
- Each has a real cost: Eventbrite service fees total 6.59% + $1.79 per ticket (3.7% service + 2.9% payment processing), among the highest in the industry; Bizzabo high starting cost of $499 per user per month with premium features requiring additional paid add-ons
- They diverge on capability: Eventbrite covers Event Discovery, Bizzabo covers Event registration.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Eventbrite and Bizzabo actually diverge.
| Attribute | Eventbrite | Bizzabo |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | Free | $499/month |
| Free tier | Yes | No |
| Founded | 2006 | 2012 |
Identical on both: pricing model (Unknown), 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 Eventbrite
- Event Discovery
- Ticketing
- Event Management
- Marketing Tools
- Virtual Events
- Mailchimp
Only in Bizzabo
- Event registration
- Mobile event app
- Networking
- Sponsor management
- HubSpot
- Marketo
- Slack
Both cover
- Analytics
- Salesforce
- Zoom
- Ios support
- Android support
- Web support
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Eventbrite
- Selling tickets for concerts, festivals and nightlife eventsnot Bizzabo
- Running conferences and corporate events with registrationnot Bizzabo
- Nonprofit fundraising eventsnot Bizzabo
- Reserved seating and timed entry admissionnot Bizzabo
- Promoting events through the Eventbrite marketplace and paid adsnot Bizzabo
Bizzabo
- Event planningnot Eventbrite
- Ticket salesnot Eventbrite
- Attendee managementnot Eventbrite
- Virtual eventsnot Eventbrite
- Event marketingnot Eventbrite
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
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
Bizzabo
- High starting cost of $499 per user per month with premium features requiring additional paid add-ons
- Technical issues with event check-in, such as slow loading and syncing during peak times
- Limited customer support on lower-tier plans with slow response times
- Virtual event capabilities less advanced than dedicated virtual event platforms
- Website builder has limited assets and customization options
Pricing, plan by plan
Eventbrite
Free- FreeFree
- Unlimited free events
- No platform fees for free events
- Pro$15/month
- Email marketing
- Custom branding
- Advanced analytics
Bizzabo
$499/monthNo published plan breakdown. See the Bizzabo review.
Which should you pick?
Choose Eventbrite if
- You need event discovery.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Web, iOS, Android.
- You also want ticketing.
Choose Bizzabo if
- You need event registration.
- You work on Web, iOS, Android.
- You also want mobile event app.
Questions people ask
- Is Eventbrite or Bizzabo better?
- Neither clearly leads. Eventbrite starts at Free and Bizzabo at $499/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Eventbrite or Bizzabo?
- Eventbrite has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for Eventbrite and $499/month for Bizzabo.
- Does Eventbrite or Bizzabo run on more platforms?
- Both run on Web, iOS, Android, so platform support will not decide this one for you.
- Can I use Eventbrite for free?
- Yes. Eventbrite has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Bizzabo starts at $499/month.
- What is Eventbrite best used for?
- Eventbrite is most often used for selling tickets for concerts, festivals and nightlife events, running conferences and corporate events with registration, nonprofit fundraising events, reserved seating and timed entry admission. Of those, selling tickets for concerts, festivals and nightlife events and running conferences and corporate events with registration are not what Bizzabo is typically brought in for.
- What can Eventbrite do that Bizzabo cannot?
- Eventbrite covers Event Discovery, Ticketing, Event Management, Marketing Tools. Bizzabo covers Event registration, Mobile event app, Networking, Sponsor management. Both handle Analytics, Salesforce, Zoom, Ios 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.
SourceBizzabo: What is the starting price for Bizzabo?
Bizzabo's Event Experience OS starts at $499 per user per month when billed annually, with a 3-user minimum, totaling $17,999 per year. Premium add-ons for virtual production, integrations, and networking features incur additional costs.
SourceEventbrite: 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.
SourceBizzabo: What does Bizzabo's base platform include?
The base platform includes unlimited events and registrations, contact management, ticketing, email campaigns, event website builder, mobile app, analytics, and 24/7 customer support.
SourceEventbrite: 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.
SourceBizzabo: What integrations does Bizzabo support?
Bizzabo integrates with over 20 platforms including HubSpot CRM, Salesforce Sales Cloud, Mailchimp, Marketo Engage, Slack, Stripe, PayPal, GoTo Webinar, and Zapier.
SourceEventbrite: 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.
SourceBizzabo: Does Bizzabo offer AI features?
Yes, Bizzabo introduced Bizzy, an AI attendee copilot that provides real-time guidance, session discovery recommendations, and networking support to improve attendee experience.
SourceEventbrite: 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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