Software · head to head
Eventbrite vs EverWebinar
EverWebinar
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Automated webinar platform for passive lead generation
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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; EverWebinar there is no free plan; the cheapest entry is a paid $1 trial that converts to $199 per month
- They diverge on capability: Eventbrite covers Event Discovery, EverWebinar covers Evergreen automation.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Eventbrite and EverWebinar actually diverge.
| Attribute | Eventbrite | EverWebinar |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | Free | On request |
| Pricing model | Unknown | subscription |
| Free tier | Yes | No |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Windows, Mac, Web |
| Founded | 2006 | 2014 |
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
- Virtual Events
- Mailchimp
- Zoom
- Ios support
Only in EverWebinar
- Evergreen automation
- Interactive chat simulation
- Lead capture
- CRM integration
- HubSpot
- ActiveCampaign
- Zapier
- Windows support
Both cover
- Analytics
- Salesforce
- 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 EverWebinar
- Running conferences and corporate events with registrationnot EverWebinar
- Nonprofit fundraising eventsnot EverWebinar
- Reserved seating and timed entry admissionnot EverWebinar
- Promoting events through the Eventbrite marketplace and paid adsnot EverWebinar
EverWebinar
- Running pre-recorded webinars on a repeating schedule as if they were livenot Eventbrite
- Automated evergreen webinar funnels for product salesnot 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
EverWebinar
- There is no free plan; the cheapest entry is a paid $1 trial that converts to $199 per month
- The advertised $99 per month annual rate is billed as $1,188 charged upfront once per year, and the $79 per month rate is $1,896 charged upfront every two years
- The $1 for 14 days trial is restricted to new customers only
- All plans renew automatically unless cancelled
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
EverWebinar
On request- Starter$49/month
- 1 webinar
- Up to 500 attendees
- Professional$99/month
- Unlimited webinars
- Video library
- Business$199/month
- API access
- Dedicated support
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 EverWebinar if
- You need evergreen automation.
- You work on Windows, Mac, Web.
- You also want interactive chat simulation.
Questions people ask
- Is Eventbrite or EverWebinar better?
- Neither clearly leads. Eventbrite starts at Free and EverWebinar at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Eventbrite or EverWebinar?
- Eventbrite has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for Eventbrite and On request for EverWebinar.
- Does Eventbrite or EverWebinar run on more platforms?
- Eventbrite runs on Web, iOS, Android. EverWebinar runs on Windows, Mac, Web.
- Can I use Eventbrite for free?
- Yes. Eventbrite has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. EverWebinar starts at On request.
- 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 EverWebinar is typically brought in for.
- What can Eventbrite do that EverWebinar cannot?
- Eventbrite covers Event Discovery, Ticketing, Event Management, Marketing Tools. EverWebinar covers Evergreen automation, Interactive chat simulation, Lead capture, CRM integration. Both handle Analytics, Salesforce, 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.
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.
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.
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.
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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