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Zuddl vs Eventbrite

Zuddl logo

Zuddl

Software

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

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Eventbrite logo

Eventbrite

Software

Where event planners thrive

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Eventbrite has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Zuddl pricing starts at $10,000 per year and covers only two organizer seats; 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: Zuddl covers Virtual events, Eventbrite covers Event Discovery.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Zuddl and Eventbrite actually diverge.

Attributes where Zuddl and Eventbrite differ
AttributeZuddlEventbrite
Starting priceOn requestFree
Pricing modelsubscriptionUnknown
Free tierNoYes
Founded20202006

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 Zuddl

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

Only in Eventbrite

  • Event Discovery
  • Ticketing
  • Event Management
  • Marketing Tools
  • Analytics
  • Virtual Events
  • Mailchimp
  • Ios support

Both cover

  • Salesforce
  • Zoom
  • Web support
  • Android support

What people use each for

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

Zuddl

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

Eventbrite

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

Where each one falls short

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

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

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

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

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 Zuddl if

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

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

Questions people ask

Is Zuddl or Eventbrite better?
Neither clearly leads. Zuddl starts at On request and Eventbrite at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Zuddl or Eventbrite?
Eventbrite has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at On request for Zuddl and Free for Eventbrite.
Does Zuddl or Eventbrite run on more platforms?
Zuddl runs on Web, IOS, Android. Eventbrite runs on Web, iOS, Android.
Can I use Eventbrite for free?
Yes. Eventbrite has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Zuddl starts at On request.
What is Zuddl best used for?
Zuddl is most often used for running webinars, field events and conferences from one platform, enterprise demand generation event programmes. Of those, running webinars, field events and conferences from one platform and enterprise demand generation event programmes are not what Eventbrite is typically brought in for.
What can Zuddl do that Eventbrite cannot?
Zuddl covers Virtual events, Hybrid events, In-person check-in, Sponsor showcases. Eventbrite covers Event Discovery, Ticketing, Event Management, Marketing Tools. Both handle Salesforce, Zoom, Web support, Android 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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