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Eventbrite vs GoToMeeting

Eventbrite logo

Eventbrite

Webinars

Where event planners thrive

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
GoToMeeting logo

GoToMeeting

Webinars

Simple and powerful video meeting and conferencing

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • 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; GoToMeeting listed on G-Cloud 14 by GoTo Technologies UK Limited at £13.30 to £22.40 per licence
  • They diverge on capability: Eventbrite covers Event Discovery, GoToMeeting covers HD video conferencing.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Eventbrite and GoToMeeting actually diverge.

Attributes where Eventbrite and GoToMeeting differ
AttributeEventbriteGoToMeeting
Pricing modelUnknownsubscription
PlatformsWeb, iOS, AndroidWeb, Windows, Macos, Ios, Android
Founded20061989

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Webinars).

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 GoToMeeting

  • HD video conferencing
  • Screen sharing
  • Recording
  • Chat
  • Virtual background
  • Calendar integration
  • Meeting notes
  • Outlook

Both cover

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

GoToMeeting

  • Team meetingsnot Eventbrite
  • Client callsnot Eventbrite
  • Training sessionsnot Eventbrite
  • Remote collaborationnot 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

GoToMeeting

  • Listed on G-Cloud 14 by GoTo Technologies UK Limited at £13.30 to £22.40 per licence

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

GoToMeeting

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Unlimited 1:1 meetings
    • Up to 3 attendees
    • HD video
  • Professional$14/month
    • Unlimited meetings
    • Up to 150 attendees
    • Recording

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 GoToMeeting if

  • You need hd video conferencing.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Windows, Macos, Ios, Android.
  • You also want screen sharing.
GoToMeeting review

Questions people ask

Is Eventbrite or GoToMeeting better?
Neither clearly leads. Eventbrite starts at Free and GoToMeeting at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Eventbrite or GoToMeeting?
Eventbrite starts at Free and GoToMeeting at Free.
Does Eventbrite or GoToMeeting run on more platforms?
Eventbrite runs on Web, iOS, Android. GoToMeeting runs on Web, Windows, Macos, Ios, Android.
Can I use Eventbrite for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
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 GoToMeeting is typically brought in for.
What can Eventbrite do that GoToMeeting cannot?
Eventbrite covers Event Discovery, Ticketing, Event Management, Marketing Tools. GoToMeeting covers HD video conferencing, Screen sharing, Recording, Chat. Both handle Ios support, Android support, 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.

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