Event Management · head to head
Tito vs Eventbrite
The short version
- Each has a real cost: Tito limited to smaller and mid-sized events, less suitable for enterprise-scale conferences; 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: Tito covers Registration, Eventbrite covers Event Discovery.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Tito and Eventbrite actually diverge.
| Attribute | Tito | Eventbrite |
|---|---|---|
| Platforms | Web | Web, iOS, Android |
| Category | Event Management | Webinar & Virtual Events |
| Founded | 2012 | 2006 |
Identical on both: starting price (Free), pricing model (Unknown), free tier (Yes), 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 Tito
- Registration
- Check-in app
- API access
- Custom domains
- Stripe
- PayPal
- Slack
- Zapier
Only in Eventbrite
- Event Discovery
- Event Management
- Marketing Tools
- Analytics
- Virtual Events
- Salesforce
- Zoom
Both cover
- Ticketing
- Mailchimp
- Web support
- Ios support
- Android support
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Tito
- Event planningnot Eventbrite
- Ticket salesnot Eventbrite
- Attendee managementnot Eventbrite
- Virtual eventsnot Eventbrite
- Event marketingnot Eventbrite
Eventbrite
- Selling tickets for concerts, festivals and nightlife eventsnot Tito
- Running conferences and corporate events with registrationnot Tito
- Nonprofit fundraising eventsnot Tito
- Reserved seating and timed entry admissionnot Tito
- Promoting events through the Eventbrite marketplace and paid adsnot Tito
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
Tito
- Limited to smaller and mid-sized events, less suitable for enterprise-scale conferences
- Fewer built-in marketing automation features compared to Cvent
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
Tito
FreeNo published plan breakdown. See the Tito review.
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 Tito if
- You need registration.
- You want to start without paying.
- You also want check-in app.
Choose Eventbrite if
- You need event discovery.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Web, iOS, Android.
- You also want event management.
Questions people ask
- Is Tito or Eventbrite better?
- Neither clearly leads. Tito 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, Tito or Eventbrite?
- Tito starts at Free and Eventbrite at Free.
- Does Tito or Eventbrite run on more platforms?
- Tito runs on Web. Eventbrite runs on Web, iOS, Android.
- Can I use Tito for free?
- Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
- What is Tito best used for?
- Tito 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 Tito do that Eventbrite cannot?
- Tito covers Registration, Check-in app, API access, Custom domains. Eventbrite covers Event Discovery, Event Management, Marketing Tools, Analytics. Both handle Ticketing, Mailchimp, Web support, Ios support.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
Tito: What are Tito's pricing and fees?
Tito charges 3% per paid ticket with no monthly subscription fee, making it accessible for events of any size. No upfront or hidden monthly costs.
SourceEventbrite: 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.
SourceTito: What are the key features of Tito?
Tito offers customizable event pages, online ticket sales, attendee management, promotional tools, detailed analytics, mobile check-in apps, CSV exports for badge printing, and a public API with webhooks for integrations.
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.
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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