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Peatix vs Eventbrite

Peatix logo

Peatix

Event Management

Events made easy

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Eventbrite logo

Eventbrite

Webinar & Virtual Events

Where event planners thrive

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Peatix service fees vary significantly by region with no single transparent pricing structure; Eventbrite service fees total 6.59% + $1.79 per ticket (3.7% service + 2.9% payment processing), among the highest in the industry
  • They diverge on capability: Peatix covers Event discovery, Eventbrite covers Event Discovery.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Peatix and Eventbrite actually diverge.

Attributes where Peatix and Eventbrite differ
AttributePeatixEventbrite
Pricing modelfreemiumUnknown
CategoryEvent ManagementWebinar & Virtual Events
Founded20112006

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), platforms (Web, Ios, Android), user rating (Not yet rated).

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 Peatix

  • Event discovery
  • Community building
  • Check-in app
  • PayPal
  • Stripe
  • Google Analytics
  • Facebook
  • LINE

Only in Eventbrite

  • Event Discovery
  • Event Management
  • Marketing Tools
  • Virtual Events
  • Mailchimp
  • Salesforce
  • Zoom

Both cover

  • Ticketing
  • Analytics
  • Web support
  • Ios support
  • Android support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Peatix

  • Event planningnot Eventbrite
  • Ticket salesnot Eventbrite
  • Attendee managementnot Eventbrite
  • Virtual eventsnot Eventbrite
  • Event marketingnot Eventbrite

Eventbrite

  • Selling tickets for concerts, festivals and nightlife eventsnot Peatix
  • Running conferences and corporate events with registrationnot Peatix
  • Nonprofit fundraising eventsnot Peatix
  • Reserved seating and timed entry admissionnot Peatix
  • Promoting events through the Eventbrite marketplace and paid adsnot Peatix

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Peatix

  • Service fees vary significantly by region with no single transparent pricing structure
  • Percentage-based fees can become costly for events with higher ticket prices
  • Limited event discovery features compared to larger global ticketing platforms

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

Pricing, plan by plan

Peatix

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Free events
    • Basic ticketing
    • Event discovery
  • Paid EventsFree
    • 4.9% + $0.99 per ticket
    • Full features
    • Payouts

Eventbrite

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Unlimited free events
    • No platform fees for free events
  • Pro$15/month
    • Email marketing
    • Custom branding
    • Advanced analytics

Which should you pick?

Choose Peatix if

  • You need event discovery.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Ios, Android.
  • You also want community building.
Peatix review

Choose Eventbrite if

  • You need event discovery.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, iOS, Android.
  • You also want event management.
Eventbrite review

Questions people ask

Is Peatix or Eventbrite better?
Neither clearly leads. Peatix starts at Free and Eventbrite at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Peatix or Eventbrite?
Peatix starts at Free and Eventbrite at Free.
Does Peatix or Eventbrite run on more platforms?
Peatix runs on Web, Ios, Android. Eventbrite runs on Web, iOS, Android.
Can I use Peatix for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Peatix best used for?
Peatix is most often used for event planning, ticket sales, attendee management, virtual events. Of those, event planning and ticket sales are not what Eventbrite is typically brought in for.
What can Peatix do that Eventbrite cannot?
Peatix covers Event discovery, Community building, Check-in app, PayPal. Eventbrite covers Event Discovery, Event Management, Marketing Tools, Virtual Events. Both handle Ticketing, Analytics, Web support, Ios support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Peatix: Is there a fee to create an event on Peatix?

No, there are no upfront costs to create or publish events on Peatix. You only pay service fees when tickets are sold.

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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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Peatix: What percentage does Peatix charge per ticket sold?

Peatix charges a service fee that varies by region. In Malaysia, for example, it is 4.9% plus a fixed fee of RM 1.99 per ticket as of August 2024.

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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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Peatix: In how many countries can I use Peatix?

Peatix is available in 27 countries including Japan, Hong Kong, the United States, Singapore, and Malaysia.

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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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