Event Schedule
vs Eventzilla
A flat-rate open source alternative to Eventzilla with zero per-ticket fees.
| Feature | Event Schedule | Eventzilla |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing & Fees | ||
| Free plan | (forever) | Free for free events only |
| Paid plan price | $5/mo (7-day free trial) | $1.50/ticket + up to 2.9% |
| Platform fees | 0% | 1.9% to 2.9% (Pro/Plus plans) |
| Payment processing | Stripe (2.9% + $0.30) | Stripe/PayPal (separate fees) |
| Events & Ticketing | ||
| Ticketing | (Pro) | |
| QR check-ins | (Pro) | (kiosk mode) |
| Ticket waitlist | (Pro) | |
| Check-in dashboard | (Pro) | |
| Sale notifications | (Pro) | |
| Sales data export | (Pro) | |
| Recurring events | (Free) | |
| Online events | (Free) | (live streaming) |
| Free event RSVP | (Free) | |
| Event polls | (Pro) | (surveys) |
| Promo/discount codes | (Pro) | |
| Post-event feedback | (Pro) | (surveys) |
| Individual tickets | (Pro) | |
| Integrations | ||
| Google Calendar sync | (Free) | |
| CalDAV sync | (Free) | |
| Newsletters | (Free) | (Mailchimp/HubSpot integration) |
| Customization | ||
| Custom domains | (Enterprise) | (Plus/Unlimited) |
| Remove branding | (Pro) | (Plus/Unlimited) |
| Custom fields | (Pro) | |
| Custom CSS | (Pro) | |
| Built-in analytics | (Free) | |
| Unique Features | ||
| AI suite (event parsing, flyer gen, style gen) | (Enterprise) | |
| Event graphics gen | (Pro) | |
| Sub-schedules | (Free) | |
| Fan videos & comments | (Free) | |
| Embeddable calendar | (Free) | Widget only |
| Private/password-protected events | (Enterprise) | |
| Availability management | (Enterprise) | |
| WhatsApp event creation | (Enterprise) | |
| Team collaboration | (Enterprise) | |
| Carpool matching | (Pro) | |
| Sponsor/partner logos | (Pro) | |
| Email scheduling | (Enterprise) | |
| Platform | ||
| REST API | (Pro) | |
| Webhooks | (Pro) | (Zapier) |
| Open source | ||
| Selfhosting | ||
Where Event Schedule Shines
Key advantages over Eventzilla that make Event Schedule a strong alternative.
Flat $5/mo Pricing
No per-ticket fees ever. Eventzilla charges $1.50/ticket plus up to 2.9% in platform fees.
Calendar Sync
Two-way Google Calendar and CalDAV sync included free. Eventzilla has no calendar integration.
Built-in Newsletters
Engage your audience directly with built-in newsletters. Eventzilla requires third-party integrations.
AI Event Parsing
Paste event details and AI extracts everything automatically. Not available on Eventzilla.
Open Source & Selfhosted
Full source code access and selfhosting option. Eventzilla is a closed-source hosted-only platform.
Fan Engagement
Let attendees share videos and comments on events. Eventzilla focuses on registration and ticketing.
About Eventzilla
Eventzilla is an event registration and ticketing platform offering per-ticket pricing across multiple tiers. Plans range from $1.50/registration (Basic) to $5,999/year (Unlimited). It includes features like badge printing, speaker management, live streaming, and CRM integrations.
Eventzilla's strengths
- Badge printing with customizable templates and QR codes
- Speaker and session management for conferences
- Native integrations with Zapier, HubSpot, and Salesforce
Why choose Event Schedule?
Event Schedule offers a unique combination of features that no other platform matches: zero platform fees, open source transparency, and powerful AI tools.
- Zero platform fees on all ticket sales, at any plan level
- Fully open source with selfhosting option for complete control
- AI-powered event parsing, flyer generation, and automatic graphics
- Two-way Google Calendar and CalDAV sync included free
How to switch in 3 steps
Get started in minutes. No migration or data import needed.
Create your schedule
Sign up free and create your first schedule in under a minute.
Add your events
Paste event details for AI import or create events manually.
Share and sell
Share your schedule URL and start selling tickets.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about switching from Eventzilla.
Yes. Create a free schedule and add your events manually or via AI import. Share your new schedule URL and start selling tickets immediately. No complex migration needed.
Eventzilla charges $1.50/ticket plus up to 2.9% in platform fees depending on the plan. Event Schedule Pro is a flat $5/mo with zero platform fees, making costs predictable regardless of ticket volume.
Yes. Event Schedule includes ticketing with custom fields, QR check-ins, a live dashboard, ticket waitlists, and sales CSV export. It also adds features Eventzilla lacks, like Google Calendar sync, newsletters, and AI event import.
Ready to switch?
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