Event Schedule
vs Eventzilla
Flat pricing, zero platform fees, and more built-in features than Eventzilla.
| 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 to $2.90/ticket or $5,999/yr |
| 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) |
| 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 event parsing | (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) | |
| 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 to $2.90 per ticket plus percentage 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
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