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Peatix vs Universe

Peatix logo

Peatix

Event Management

Events made easy

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Universe logo

Universe

Event Management

Ticketing and event management made simple

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; Universe limited design customization for event pages and branding control
  • They diverge on capability: Peatix covers Event discovery, Universe covers Event pages.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Peatix and Universe actually diverge.

Attributes where Peatix and Universe differ
AttributePeatixUniverse
Pricing modelfreemiumUnknown

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), platforms (Web, Ios, Android), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Event Management), founded (2011).

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
  • LINE

Only in Universe

  • Event pages
  • Guest lists
  • Mailchimp

Both cover

  • Ticketing
  • Analytics
  • Check-in app
  • PayPal
  • Stripe
  • Google Analytics
  • Facebook
  • Web support
  • Ios support
  • Android support

What people use each for

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

Peatix

  • Event planning
  • Ticket sales
  • Attendee management
  • Virtual events
  • Event marketing

Universe

  • Event planning
  • Ticket sales
  • Attendee management
  • Virtual events
  • Event marketing

Both are used for event planning, ticket sales, attendee management, virtual events, event marketing, on those jobs the choice comes down to price and fit rather than capability.

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

Universe

  • Limited design customization for event pages and branding control
  • User interface becomes unintuitive for advanced features and complex event types
  • No ability to transfer attendees between time slots; requires full refund and repurchase
  • Difficult walk-up/credit card sales processing at physical events
  • Slow customer support for refunds and technical issues

Pricing, plan by plan

Peatix

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

Universe

Free
  • Free EventsFree
    • Free event creation and ticketing
  • Starter$0.79/per ticket
    • 2% + $0.79 per ticket
    • Capped at $19.95 per ticket
    • Basic event management
  • Standard$1.99/per ticket
    • 2.5% + $1.99 per ticket
    • Capped at $19.95 per ticket
    • Advanced features
  • Pro$null/custom
    • Dynamic pricing
    • RFID access control
    • Ticketmaster distribution

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 Universe if

  • You need event pages.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, iOS, Android.
  • You also want guest lists.
Universe review

Questions people ask

Is Peatix or Universe better?
Neither clearly leads. Peatix starts at Free and Universe at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Peatix or Universe?
Peatix starts at Free and Universe at Free.
Does Peatix or Universe run on more platforms?
Peatix runs on Web, Ios, Android. Universe 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.
What can Peatix do that Universe cannot?
Peatix covers Event discovery, Community building, LINE. Universe covers Event pages, Guest lists, Mailchimp. Both handle Ticketing, Analytics, Check-in app, PayPal.

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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Universe: What platforms does Universe support?

Universe is available on web, iOS, and Android, with support across 25 countries and 9 languages. Organizers can accept online, mobile, onsite, kiosk, and print-at-home tickets.

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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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Universe: Does Universe integrate with other tools?

Yes. Universe integrates with 5,000+ partner applications through Zapier, allowing automation of ticket sales data to CRM, invoicing, and other business tools without code.

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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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