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Eventbrite vs Intrado Virtual Events

Eventbrite logo

Eventbrite

Software

Where event planners thrive

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Intrado Virtual Events logo

Intrado Virtual Events

Software

Enterprise virtual events and webinar platform

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Eventbrite has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • They diverge on capability: Eventbrite covers Event Discovery, Intrado Virtual Events covers Networking tools.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Eventbrite and Intrado Virtual Events actually diverge.

Attributes where Eventbrite and Intrado Virtual Events differ
AttributeEventbriteIntrado Virtual Events
Starting priceFreeOn request
Pricing modelUnknownsubscription
Free tierYesNo
PlatformsWeb, iOS, AndroidWindows, Mac, IOS, Android, Web
Founded20061997

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 Intrado Virtual Events

  • Networking tools
  • Sponsor management
  • Multi-track sessions
  • Recording
  • HubSpot
  • Marketo
  • Adobe Analytics
  • Windows support

Both cover

  • Analytics
  • Salesforce
  • 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 Intrado Virtual Events
  • Running conferences and corporate events with registrationnot Intrado Virtual Events
  • Nonprofit fundraising eventsnot Intrado Virtual Events
  • Reserved seating and timed entry admissionnot Intrado Virtual Events
  • Promoting events through the Eventbrite marketplace and paid adsnot Intrado Virtual Events

Intrado Virtual Events

  • Professional Worknot Eventbrite
  • Content Creationnot 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

Intrado Virtual Events

Nothing recorded yet. See the Intrado Virtual Events review.

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

Intrado Virtual Events

On request
  • Standard$1000/month
    • Event management
    • Basic features
  • Professional$2500/month
    • Advanced features
    • Networking
  • Enterprise$5000/month
    • Custom solutions
    • 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.
Eventbrite review

Choose Intrado Virtual Events if

  • You need networking tools.
  • You work on Windows, Mac, IOS, Android, Web.
  • You also want sponsor management.
Intrado Virtual Events review

Questions people ask

Is Eventbrite or Intrado Virtual Events better?
Neither clearly leads. Eventbrite starts at Free and Intrado Virtual Events at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Eventbrite or Intrado Virtual Events?
Eventbrite has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for Eventbrite and On request for Intrado Virtual Events.
Does Eventbrite or Intrado Virtual Events run on more platforms?
Eventbrite runs on Web, iOS, Android. Intrado Virtual Events runs on Windows, Mac, IOS, Android, Web.
Can I use Eventbrite for free?
Yes. Eventbrite has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Intrado Virtual Events 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 Intrado Virtual Events is typically brought in for.
What can Eventbrite do that Intrado Virtual Events cannot?
Eventbrite covers Event Discovery, Ticketing, Event Management, Marketing Tools. Intrado Virtual Events covers Networking tools, Sponsor management, Multi-track sessions, Recording. Both handle Analytics, Salesforce, 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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