On the same 100 tickets at $25 each, CompleteEvent charges $75 in platform fees. Eventbrite charges $272. Same registration, sessions, check-in, and analytics — without the sticker shock.
100 tickets sold at $25 each — $2,500 in ticket revenue. Platform fees only (Stripe processing applies on all platforms).
| Platform | How they charge | Fees on $2,500 | You keep |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eventbrite | 3.7% + $1.79 per ticket | $272 | $2,228 |
| Luma | $39/mo + 3% platform fee | $153 | $2,347 |
| Tito | $0.99 + 5% per ticket | $224 | $2,276 |
| CompleteEvent Free | $0/mo + 3% platform fee | $75 | $2,425 |
| CompleteEvent Starter | $19/mo + 1% platform fee | $44 | $2,456 |
| CompleteEvent Pro | $49/mo + 0.5% platform fee | $61.50 | $2,438.50 |
Eventbrite fee: 3.7% service fee + $1.79/ticket (organizer absorbs). Stripe processing (2.9% + 30¢/ticket) applies on all platforms and is excluded above.
CompleteEvent isn't just cheaper — it does things Eventbrite doesn't.
Session scheduling & signups
Multi-track schedules, session signups, and personal agenda builder — all built in. Eventbrite has none of this.
QR check-in on any phone
Scan attendee QR codes with any smartphone camera. No dedicated hardware, no app to install.
Call for abstracts
Submit, review, score, and accept speaker proposals in one flow. Eventbrite requires third-party tools.
Live broadcast to attendees
Send real-time announcements to all registered attendees. Keep everyone informed on the day.
Attendee certificates
Auto-generate printable PDF certificates of attendance. Great for continuing education and professional development.
Waitlist with auto-promotion
When a spot opens, the next person on the waitlist is automatically notified and promoted — no manual work.
Session feedback & post-event surveys
Collect session ratings live during the event — a feedback button appears at the halfway point of each session. Post-event surveys capture the overall experience after.
Full registration analytics
Registration trend charts, referral source tracking, session popularity, and check-in counts — live as it happens.
Bring your own Stripe account
Revenue flows directly into your Stripe account at the moment of sale. CompleteEvent never holds your money.
| Feature | CompleteEvent | Eventbrite |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan forever | ✓ | ✓ |
| No per-ticket fees (paid plans) | ✓ | — |
| Multi-track session scheduling | ✓ | — |
| Attendee session signups | ✓ | — |
| QR check-in — any phone, no hardware | ✓ | — |
| Call for abstracts / speaker submissions | ✓ | — |
| Waitlist with auto-promotion | ✓ | ✓ |
| Broadcast email to all attendees | ✓ | — |
| Live event feed / announcements | ✓ | — |
| Certificates of attendance | ✓ | — |
| Post-event surveys & live session feedback | ✓ | — |
| Promo codes & discounts | ✓ | ✓ |
| Sponsor management | ✓ | — |
| Revenue to your Stripe directly | ✓ | — |
| Custom domain (Pro) | ✓ | — |
| No algorithm-driven discovery feed | ✓ | — |
| Your attendee data stays yours | ✓ | — |
Eventbrite is a discovery marketplace. CompleteEvent is a management platform. If you bring your own audience, you shouldn't be paying discovery fees.
Nonprofits & associations
20% discount on all paid plans. Run your annual gala, member luncheon, or conference without giving away 10%+ of every ticket.
Professional associations
Session tracks, CFP, and speaker scheduling built in. Run your annual conference without bolting on three extra tools.
Growing organizations
Unlimited events on Starter. Run weekly workshops, monthly meetups, quarterly summits — all from one dashboard with one flat fee.
Create your free account — no credit card, takes 30 seconds.
Import your attendee list from a CSV export (Starter and Pro).
Connect your Stripe account in Org Settings — one click.
Build your event page. Publish. Share the link.
Free plan forever. Upgrade when you need unlimited events or a lower fee. No annual contract, no sales call required.
Create your free account →Questions? hello@completeevent.app