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Eventbrite vs EventPro

Eventbrite logo

Eventbrite

Software

Where event planners thrive

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
EventPro logo

EventPro

Software

Complete event management solution

From
$200/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

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; EventPro the pricing page publishes no figures and states cost depends on optional modules, the number of users and rooms at the customer's facility, and software training, all resolved through an account consultant assessment rather than a rate card
  • They diverge on capability: Eventbrite covers Event Discovery, EventPro covers Event scheduling.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Eventbrite and EventPro actually diverge.

Attributes where Eventbrite and EventPro differ
AttributeEventbriteEventPro
Starting priceFree$200/month
Pricing modelUnknownsubscription
Free tierYesNo
PlatformsWeb, iOS, AndroidWeb, Windows
Founded20061988

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 Eventbrite

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

Only in EventPro

  • Event scheduling
  • Resource management
  • Catering
  • Financial tracking
  • CRM
  • QuickBooks
  • Sage
  • Microsoft Office

Both cover

  • 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 EventPro
  • Running conferences and corporate events with registrationnot EventPro
  • Nonprofit fundraising eventsnot EventPro
  • Reserved seating and timed entry admissionnot EventPro
  • Promoting events through the Eventbrite marketplace and paid adsnot EventPro

EventPro

  • Managing venue and room bookings for event facilitiesnot Eventbrite
  • Coordinating catering, resources and scheduling for eventsnot 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

EventPro

  • The pricing page publishes no figures and states cost depends on optional modules, the number of users and rooms at the customer's facility, and software training, all resolved through an account consultant assessment rather than a rate card

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

EventPro

$200/month
  • Standard$200/month
    • Event scheduling
    • Resource management
    • Basic reporting
  • Professional$400/month
    • Catering management
    • Financial tracking
    • CRM
  • Enterprise$700/month
    • Multi-venue
    • Custom reports
    • API access

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.
Eventbrite review

Choose EventPro if

  • You need event scheduling.
  • You work on Web, Windows.
  • You also want resource management.
EventPro review

Questions people ask

Is Eventbrite or EventPro better?
Neither clearly leads. Eventbrite starts at Free and EventPro at $200/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Eventbrite or EventPro?
Eventbrite has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for Eventbrite and $200/month for EventPro.
Does Eventbrite or EventPro run on more platforms?
Eventbrite runs on Web, iOS, Android. EventPro runs on Web, Windows.
Can I use Eventbrite for free?
Yes. Eventbrite has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. EventPro starts at $200/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 EventPro is typically brought in for.
What can Eventbrite do that EventPro cannot?
Eventbrite covers Event Discovery, Ticketing, Event Management, Marketing Tools. EventPro covers Event scheduling, Resource management, Catering, Financial tracking. Both handle Web 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.

Source
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