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Universe vs Zuddl

Universe logo

Universe

Software

Ticketing and event management made simple

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Zuddl logo

Zuddl

Software

Unified event marketing platform for virtual, hybrid, and in-person events

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Universe has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Universe limited design customization for event pages and branding control; Zuddl pricing starts at $10,000 per year and covers only two organizer seats
  • They diverge on capability: Universe covers Ticketing, Zuddl covers Virtual events.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Universe and Zuddl actually diverge.

Attributes where Universe and Zuddl differ
AttributeUniverseZuddl
Starting priceFreeOn request
Pricing modelUnknownsubscription
Free tierYesNo
Founded20112020

Identical on both: platforms (Web, iOS, Android), 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 Universe

  • Ticketing
  • Event pages
  • Guest lists
  • Check-in app
  • Analytics
  • Stripe
  • PayPal
  • Facebook

Only in Zuddl

  • Virtual events
  • Hybrid events
  • In-person check-in
  • Sponsor showcases
  • Engagement tools
  • Salesforce
  • HubSpot
  • Marketo

Both cover

  • Web support
  • Android support

What people use each for

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

Universe

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

Zuddl

  • Running webinars, field events and conferences from one platformnot Universe
  • Enterprise demand generation event programmesnot Universe

Where each one falls short

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

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

Zuddl

  • Pricing starts at $10,000 per year and covers only two organizer seats
  • A minimum of two organizer licences is required to open an account
  • Extra collaborator seats cost $170 per month billed annually on top of the platform fee
  • Portals, the mobile app, Event Hub, Event Series and AI content repurposing are priced as add-ons rather than included
  • The price also scales with total annual virtual attendee volume, and that attendee pricing is not published

Pricing, plan by plan

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

Zuddl

On request
  • Starter$599/month
    • Up to 500 attendees
    • Virtual events
    • Basic analytics
  • Growth$1299/month
    • Up to 2000 attendees
    • Hybrid events
    • Advanced features
  • Enterprise$2999/month
    • Unlimited attendees
    • Full customization
    • Dedicated support

Which should you pick?

Choose Universe if

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

Choose Zuddl if

  • You need virtual events.
  • You work on Web, IOS, Android.
  • You also want hybrid events.
Zuddl review

Questions people ask

Is Universe or Zuddl better?
Neither clearly leads. Universe starts at Free and Zuddl at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Universe or Zuddl?
Universe has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for Universe and On request for Zuddl.
Does Universe or Zuddl run on more platforms?
Universe runs on Web, iOS, Android. Zuddl runs on Web, IOS, Android.
Can I use Universe for free?
Yes. Universe has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Zuddl starts at On request.
What is Universe best used for?
Universe is most often used for event planning, ticket sales, attendee management, virtual events. Of those, event planning and ticket sales are not what Zuddl is typically brought in for.
What can Universe do that Zuddl cannot?
Universe covers Ticketing, Event pages, Guest lists, Check-in app. Zuddl covers Virtual events, Hybrid events, In-person check-in, Sponsor showcases. Both handle Web support, Android support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

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.

Source
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.

Source
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