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title: "Eventbrite vs SimpleTix: fees and features compared (2026)"
description: "Eventbrite and SimpleTix side by side for event organizers: fees, features and who each suits. Checked October 2026."
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# Eventbrite vs SimpleTix

In the US, Eventbrite charges 3.7% + $1.79 per paid ticket plus 2.9% processing per order, and SimpleTix charges 79 cents + 2% per online ticket, capped at $9.99. Eventbrite describes its discovery marketplace as reaching 89 million monthly users, and SimpleTix's app keeps scanning offline.

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Ticket Fairy publishes this comparison and also sells event ticketing and event management software. [How we compare platforms](https://www.ticketfairy.com/compare/methodology)

- **9 of 11** of the things you need, confirmed on the published pages of Eventbrite
- **8 of 11** of the things you need, confirmed on the published pages of SimpleTix
- **2** things you get only on Ticket Fairy here

## The short answer

Which should you choose?

### Eventbrite suits you if you need

- In the US the service fee is 3.7% + $1.79 per paid ticket.[1](#source-1)
- In the US a 2.9% payment processing fee applies per order.[2](#source-2)
- Eventbrite describes its discovery marketplace as reaching 89 million monthly users.[3](#source-3)
- Paid events get 24/7 chat support.[4](#source-4)

### SimpleTix suits you if you need

- In US dollars, the online service fee is 79¢ + 2% per ticket, capped at $9.99 per ticket.[5](#source-5)
- The Organizer app stores ticket data on the device and syncs it every three minutes, so scanning continues offline.[6](#source-6)
- Non-profit organizations get 10% off the SimpleTix fee.[7](#source-7)

Choose Eventbrite if you want buyers to find your events through its large discovery marketplace and 24/7 chat support on paid events. Choose SimpleTix if you want a fee capped at $9.99 per ticket, offline scanning and 10% off its fee as a non-profit.

## Why event teams choose Ticket Fairy

Why do event teams choose Ticket Fairy over both Eventbrite and SimpleTix?

You get one standard ticketing fee with card processing included, and you choose whether buyers pay it or you absorb it. Your fans can resell at face value to the next fan on your waiting list, and Fai can answer questions and make changes once you approve.

### Only on Ticket Fairy

- **Payment plans** Your buyers can pay for bigger tickets with a deposit now and installments later [8](#source-8)
- **Sells through AI assistants** Your buyers can find and buy your tickets inside the AI assistants you choose [9](#source-9)

- Every plan has one standard ticketing fee, and you choose whether buyers pay it on top of your price or you absorb it. On a paid plan you can add your own ticketing fee on top of Ticket Fairy's, a percentage and a fixed amount in each currency, and you keep your own fee. Ticket Fairy's ticketing fee stays Ticket Fairy's and, after payment processing, counts towards your plan bill. Where fees show on top of the price, the whole ticketing fee is capped at twice the standard fee. In the United States, the United Kingdom, Spain, Ireland and Mexico, where the law asks for one all-in price, the fees are included in your ticket price.[10](#source-10)
- Your buyers' ticketing fee includes card processing and customer service for your buyers.[11](#source-11)
- You choose whether buyers pay the ticketing fee on top of your price or you absorb it.[10](#source-10)
- Your fans can resell and transfer tickets at face value, and each returned ticket is offered to the next fan on your waiting list.[12](#source-12)
- Fai can answer questions and make changes once you approve.[13](#source-13)

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[Eventbrite vs Ticket Fairy](https://www.ticketfairy.com/compare/ticketing/ticket-fairy-vs-eventbrite) [SimpleTix vs Ticket Fairy](https://www.ticketfairy.com/compare/ticketing/ticket-fairy-vs-simpletix)

## What each platform does for your event

What does each of Eventbrite and SimpleTix do?

### How do both tools and Ticket Fairy compare on what your event needs?

    Each platform's count, in words

- **Ticket Fairy** includes 11 of 11 things you need.
- **Eventbrite** includes 9 of 11 things you need.
- **SimpleTix** includes 8 of 11 things you need.

Ticket Fairy includes 11 of these 11 things you need, on any plan.

| What you need | Eventbrite | SimpleTix |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Money |  |  |
| Fees | US: 3.7% + $1.79 per ticket, plus 2.9% processing per order [14](#source-14) | US: 79¢ + 2% per online ticket, capped at $9.99; 25¢ per in-person ticket; processor fees extra [15](#source-15) |
| When you are paid | Three business days after the event ends by default [16](#source-16) | Ticket revenue goes straight to the organizer's own payment processor account [17](#source-17) |
| Selling |  |  |
| Reserved seating | Included[18](#source-18) Seating chart maker with sale of assigned seats | Included[19](#source-19) Reserved seating events where attendees choose seats; tables and booths supported |
| Payment plans | Not offered[20](#source-20) No native layaway or installment plan feature | Not offered[21](#source-21) Help center states built-in payment plans are not available |
| Resale and transfers | Included[22](#source-22) Resale through verified partners, and buyers can put a ticket under another name | Not found in SimpleTix's public documentation[23](#source-23) No fan-to-fan resale or buyer ticket transfer found; organizers can exchange tickets |
| Event website or checkout on your site | Included[24](#source-24) Embedded checkout code for your own website | Included[25](#source-25) Embeddable event listings, ticket buttons and full checkout on your own website |
| Sells through AI assistants | Not found in Eventbrite's public documentation[26](#source-26) Buying inside an AI assistant was not found in their public documentation | Not found in SimpleTix's public documentation[27](#source-27) Buying inside an AI assistant was not found in their public documentation |
| Running the event |  |  |
| Door scanning | Included[28](#source-28) Eventbrite Organizer app scans QR codes at the door | Included[29](#source-29) SimpleTix Organizer app for iOS and Android scans, sells and manages admissions; offline mode |
| Marketing tools | Included[30](#source-30) Email campaigns (250 a day free), promo codes and texts to your attendees | Included[31](#source-31) Email blasts, reminders, abandoned cart emails, promo codes, affiliate links and conversion pixels |
| Your buyer data | Included[32](#source-32) Attendee and multi-event reports export to Excel or CSV | Included[33](#source-33) Customer CRM, attendee and sales reports export as CSV |
| AI assistant | Included[34](#source-34) AI event creation and AI-written ad and email copy | Included[35](#source-35) AI tools write event details and promotional content and generate event images |

## What else should you know about Eventbrite and SimpleTix?

    How do Eventbrite and SimpleTix fees compare in the US?  Eventbrite charges a 3.7% + $1.79 service fee per paid ticket in the US plus a 2.9% payment processing fee per order. SimpleTix charges 79 cents + 2% per online ticket, capped at $9.99, and 25 cents per ticket sold in person, with your payment processor's own fees on top. [1](#source-1) [2](#source-2) [5](#source-5) [36](#source-36) [37](#source-37)    When do Eventbrite and SimpleTix pay you?  Eventbrite sends the payout three business days after the event ends by default, and eligible accounts can get weekly or twice-monthly payouts while events are upcoming. SimpleTix sends ticket revenue straight to your connected payment processor account and does not hold it. [38](#source-38) [39](#source-39) [40](#source-40)    Can buyers pay in installments on Eventbrite or SimpleTix?  No, neither offers it. Eventbrite states it does not offer a native installment plan, and SimpleTix says built-in payment plans are not available. [41](#source-41) [42](#source-42)    Do Eventbrite and SimpleTix do reserved seating?  Yes, both do. Eventbrite has a seating chart maker for assigned seats, and SimpleTix builds seating charts for you at no charge. [43](#source-43) [44](#source-44)    Do Eventbrite and SimpleTix use AI?  Yes, both do. Eventbrite generates event descriptions, summaries and images from a title, location and dates, and SimpleTix's AI tools write event details, prepare promotional content and create event images. [45](#source-45) [46](#source-46)

## How each platform is priced

How are Eventbrite and SimpleTix priced?

### What does one order of 200 tickets at $40 cost on each platform?

    Every platform's order, in words

- **Eventbrite** Fee on each ticket $4.52; buyers pay $8,904; you receive $8,000. Service fee $3.27 + payment processing $1.25
- **SimpleTix** Fee on each ticket $1.59; buyers pay $8,318; you receive $8,000. Card processing not stated in its published fee
- **Ticket Fairy** Fee on each ticket $4; buyers pay $8,800; you receive $8,000. Card processing included

On this order, your buyers pay $8,800 on Ticket Fairy, card processing included, and you receive $8,000.

Sources[11](#source-11) [47](#source-47) [48](#source-48)

Eventbrite:  Free to publish. Paid tickets carry a per-ticket service fee and, in some countries, a per-order processing fee, which buyers pay by default. A Premium subscription and paid ads are optional.[49](#source-49)

SimpleTix:  Free to sign up with no setup or monthly fees. Per-ticket service fee on paid tickets (US: 79¢ + 2% online, capped at $9.99; 25¢ in person), plus the organizer's payment processor fees; fees can be passed to buyers. Free GA and Flex Pass tickets have no fee.[50](#source-50)

## Where each platform wins

Where does each one win?

### Eventbrite

- Eventbrite describes its discovery marketplace as reaching 89 million monthly users.[3](#source-3)
- Paid events get 24/7 chat support.[4](#source-4)

### SimpleTix

- The Organizer app stores ticket data on the device and syncs it every three minutes, so scanning continues offline.[6](#source-6)
- Non-profit organizations get 10% off the SimpleTix fee.[7](#source-7)

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Every fact about another company comes from its own published pages, quoted word for word. Where we did not find something in those pages, we say exactly that. [How we compare platforms](https://www.ticketfairy.com/compare/methodology)

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1. Eventbrite In the US the service fee is 3.7% + $1.79 per paid ticket. "3.7% + $1.79 service fee per ticket"  [www.eventbrite.com/organizer/pricing/](https://www.eventbrite.com/organizer/pricing/), read on 17 October 2026. [Archived copy](https://web.archive.org/web/20261016172346/https://www.eventbrite.com/organizer/pricing/)
2. Eventbrite In the US a 2.9% payment processing fee applies per order. "2.9% payment processing fee per order"  [www.eventbrite.com/organizer/pricing/](https://www.eventbrite.com/organizer/pricing/), read on 17 October 2026. [Archived copy](https://web.archive.org/web/20261016172346/https://www.eventbrite.com/organizer/pricing/)
3. Eventbrite Eventbrite describes its discovery marketplace as reaching 89 million monthly users. "a discovery marketplace that reaches 89 million monthly users"  [www.eventbrite.com/help/en-us/articles/193833/eventbrites-new-pricing-plans/](https://www.eventbrite.com/help/en-us/articles/193833/eventbrites-new-pricing-plans/), read on 17 October 2026.
4. Eventbrite Paid events get 24/7 chat support. "24/7 chat support for paid events"  [www.eventbrite.com/organizer/pricing/](https://www.eventbrite.com/organizer/pricing/), read on 17 October 2026. [Archived copy](https://web.archive.org/web/20261016172346/https://www.eventbrite.com/organizer/pricing/)
5. SimpleTix In US dollars, the online service fee is 79¢ + 2% per ticket, capped at $9.99 per ticket. "You will be charged 79¢ + 2% per sold ticket / registration, and this fee is capped at a maximum of $9.99 regardless of what you charge your attendees."  [www.simpletix.com/pricing.php](https://www.simpletix.com/pricing.php), read on 17 October 2026. [Archived copy](https://web.archive.org/web/20260617192954/https://www.simpletix.com/pricing.php)
6. SimpleTix The Organizer app stores ticket data on the device and syncs it every three minutes, so scanning continues offline. "The app automatically syncs your event’s ticket data every three minutes when it’s open and connected to the internet, storing this information locally on your device"  [help.simpletix.com/docs/simpletix-mobile-apps/simpletix-organizer-app/offline-scanning](https://help.simpletix.com/docs/simpletix-mobile-apps/simpletix-organizer-app/offline-scanning), read on 17 October 2026.
7. SimpleTix Non-profit organizations get 10% off the SimpleTix fee. "Yes, SimpleTix offers 10% off on our fee for non-profit organizations."  [www.simpletix.com/pricing.php](https://www.simpletix.com/pricing.php), read on 17 October 2026. [Archived copy](https://web.archive.org/web/20260617192954/https://www.simpletix.com/pricing.php)
8. Ticket Fairy [Fans can buy your biggest tickets with a deposit](https://www.ticketfairy.com/features/payments-and-payouts/payment-plans)
9. Ticket Fairy [Guide: Choose which AI assistants sell your tickets](https://www.ticketfairy.com/guides/choose-which-ai-assistants-sell-your-tickets)
10. Ticket Fairy [Your ticket money arrives daily, or after the show](https://www.ticketfairy.com/features/payments-and-payouts/payment-accounts-fees-and-payouts)
11. Ticket Fairy [Ticket Fairy pricing](https://www.ticketfairy.com/pricing)
12. Ticket Fairy [Spare tickets reach fans at face value](https://www.ticketfairy.com/features/orders-refunds-and-resale/resale-transfers-and-waiting-lists)
13. Ticket Fairy [Fai gets your ticketing jobs done when you ask](https://www.ticketfairy.com/features/fai)
14. Eventbrite Fees "3.7% + $1.79 service fee per ticket"  [www.eventbrite.com/organizer/pricing/](https://www.eventbrite.com/organizer/pricing/), read on 17 October 2026. [Archived copy](https://web.archive.org/web/20261016172346/https://www.eventbrite.com/organizer/pricing/)
15. SimpleTix Fees "You will be charged 79¢ + 2% per sold ticket / registration, and this fee is capped at a maximum of $9.99 regardless of what you charge your attendees."  [www.simpletix.com/pricing.php](https://www.simpletix.com/pricing.php), read on 17 October 2026. [Archived copy](https://web.archive.org/web/20260617192954/https://www.simpletix.com/pricing.php)
16. Eventbrite When you are paid "Eventbrite sends your payout three business days after your event ends."  [www.eventbrite.com/help/en-us/articles/640593/when-do-i-get-paid/](https://www.eventbrite.com/help/en-us/articles/640593/when-do-i-get-paid/), read on 17 October 2026. [Archived copy](https://web.archive.org/web/20250526114218/https://www.eventbrite.com/help/en-us/articles/640593/when-do-i-get-paid/)
17. SimpleTix When you are paid "SimpleTix does not hold, process, or transfer your ticket sales revenue. All funds from ticket sales go directly to your connected payment processor account (Square, Stripe, etc.)."  [help.simpletix.com/docs/billing-and-fees/managing-payment-processors-on-simpletix](https://help.simpletix.com/docs/billing-and-fees/managing-payment-processors-on-simpletix), read on 17 October 2026.
18. Eventbrite Reserved seating "Our reserved seating software makes it easy to create an event seating chart, sell tickets for assigned seats"  [www.eventbrite.com/organizer/features/reserved-seating/](https://www.eventbrite.com/organizer/features/reserved-seating/), read on 17 October 2026.
19. SimpleTix Reserved seating "Attendees can choose seats"  [help.simpletix.com/docs/events/reserved-seating/rs-setup](https://help.simpletix.com/docs/events/reserved-seating/rs-setup), read on 17 October 2026. [Archived copy](https://web.archive.org/web/20260518030818/https://help.simpletix.com/docs/events/reserved-seating/rs-setup)
20. Eventbrite Payment plans "Eventbrite does not offer a native event layaway or instalment plan feature."  [www.eventbrite.com/event-ticketing/payment-plans/](https://www.eventbrite.com/event-ticketing/payment-plans/), read on 17 October 2026.
21. SimpleTix Payment plans "While built-in payment plans are not available, you may offer alternatives like donation tickets or external financing options."  [help.simpletix.com/docs/onboarding\_guides/festivals](https://help.simpletix.com/docs/onboarding_guides/festivals), read on 17 October 2026. [Archived copy](https://web.archive.org/web/20260613213758/https://help.simpletix.com/docs/onboarding_guides/festivals)
22. Eventbrite Resale and transfers "to enable ticket holders to resell their tickets if their plans change."  [www.eventbrite.com/blog/ticket-resale-partners-ds00/](https://www.eventbrite.com/blog/ticket-resale-partners-ds00/), read on 17 October 2026.
23. SimpleTix Resale and transfers "Use the Exchange Tool to change ticket times, seats, ticket types, or events and collect any upgrade balance." Where we looked: help.simpletix.com sitemap: all 141 /docs articles searched for 'resale', 'resell', 'transfer'; www.simpletix.com/ticketing-features.php and /pricing.php.  [help.simpletix.com/docs/orders/exchange-tickets](https://help.simpletix.com/docs/orders/exchange-tickets), read on 17 October 2026.
24. Eventbrite Event website or checkout on your site "Copy the embed code and paste it into your website."  [www.eventbrite.com/help/en-us/articles/347218/how-to-sell-eventbrite-tickets-on-your-website-through-an-embedded-checkout/](https://www.eventbrite.com/help/en-us/articles/347218/how-to-sell-eventbrite-tickets-on-your-website-through-an-embedded-checkout/), read on 17 October 2026. [Archived copy](https://web.archive.org/web/20260823092636/https://www.eventbrite.com/help/en-us/articles/347218/how-to-sell-eventbrite-tickets-on-your-website-through-an-embedded-checkout/)
25. SimpleTix Event website or checkout on your site "SimpleTix makes it easy to embed your ticketing experience directly on your own website."  [help.simpletix.com/docs/embed/widget-overview](https://help.simpletix.com/docs/embed/widget-overview), read on 17 October 2026. [Archived copy](https://web.archive.org/web/20260727152445/https://help.simpletix.com/docs/embed/widget-overview)
26. Eventbrite Sells through AI assistants "Your events now surface when people search a city in ChatGPT—a new place for attendees to find you before an event sells out." Where we looked: https://www.eventbrite.com/product-updates/: a June 2026 product update read in the Wayback capture of 15 July 2026 says events surface when people search a city in ChatGPT; buying in an assistant is not described, and the live entry URL returns 404..  [www.eventbrite.com/product-updates/](https://www.eventbrite.com/product-updates/), read on 17 October 2026. [Archived copy](https://web.archive.org/web/20260715003716/https://www.eventbrite.com/product-updates/)
27. SimpleTix Sells through AI assistants "SimpleTix includes AI tools that can help you write event details, prepare promotional content, and create event images without leaving Manager Portal." Where we looked: help.simpletix.com sitemap.xml: all 141 /docs articles fetched and their raw text searched for "ChatGPT", "OpenAI", "Gemini", "Perplexity", "Copilot", "MCP", "agentic", "AI assistant", "AI agent", "Claude"; www.simpletix.com post-sitemap.xml (164 blog posts; 149 fetched) searched for the same terms; www.simpletix.com home, /ticketing-features.php, /pricing.php; www.simpletix.com/llms.txt (404). Only hit: the organizer AI content tools article..  [help.simpletix.com/docs/events/ai-content-and-image-tools](https://help.simpletix.com/docs/events/ai-content-and-image-tools), read on 17 October 2026.
28. Eventbrite Door scanning "Our check-in app lets you scan QR codes on tickets quickly and easily."  [www.eventbrite.com/organizer/features/organizer-check-in-app/](https://www.eventbrite.com/organizer/features/organizer-check-in-app/), read on 17 October 2026.
29. SimpleTix Door scanning "Full-featured iOS & Android app for scanning, selling, and managing admissions."  [www.simpletix.com/ticketing-features.php](https://www.simpletix.com/ticketing-features.php), read on 17 October 2026.
30. Eventbrite Marketing tools "By default, you can send up to 250 promotional emails per day."  [www.eventbrite.com/help/en-us/articles/365405/how-to-create-and-send-email-invitations-for-your-event/](https://www.eventbrite.com/help/en-us/articles/365405/how-to-create-and-send-email-invitations-for-your-event/), read on 17 October 2026.
31. SimpleTix Marketing tools "Send mass emails to past attendees. Automated pre-event reminders and post-event follow-ups keep engagement high between events." Where we looked: help.simpletix.com sitemap: all 141 /docs articles searched for 'SMS', 'text messag', 'referral'.  [www.simpletix.com/ticketing-features.php](https://www.simpletix.com/ticketing-features.php), read on 17 October 2026.
32. Eventbrite Your buyer data "Export your report as an Excel or CSV file to download and filter your data."  [www.eventbrite.com/help/en-us/articles/689044/combine-report-data-for-multiple-events/](https://www.eventbrite.com/help/en-us/articles/689044/combine-report-data-for-multiple-events/), read on 17 October 2026.
33. SimpleTix Your buyer data "Line-item sales, scan reports, attendee exports, refund reports, donation reports, Square merchandise reports, and more — all downloadable as CSV."  [www.simpletix.com/ticketing-features.php](https://www.simpletix.com/ticketing-features.php), read on 17 October 2026.
34. Eventbrite AI assistant "You can set up your event from scratch or create it quickly using AI."  [www.eventbrite.com/help/en-us/articles/551351/how-to-create-an-event/](https://www.eventbrite.com/help/en-us/articles/551351/how-to-create-an-event/), read on 17 October 2026.
35. SimpleTix AI assistant "SimpleTix includes AI tools that can help you write event details, prepare promotional content, and create event images without leaving Manager Portal." Where we looked: help.simpletix.com sitemap: all 141 /docs articles searched for 'AI', 'artificial', 'assistant'.  [help.simpletix.com/docs/events/ai-content-and-image-tools](https://help.simpletix.com/docs/events/ai-content-and-image-tools), read on 17 October 2026.
36. SimpleTix Tickets sold in person at the box office or gate carry a flat 25¢ fee. "For all tickets sold in person at your box office or gate."  [www.simpletix.com/pricing.php](https://www.simpletix.com/pricing.php), read on 17 October 2026. [Archived copy](https://web.archive.org/web/20260617192954/https://www.simpletix.com/pricing.php)
37. SimpleTix US: 79¢ + 2% per online ticket, capped at $9.99; 25¢ per in-person ticket; processor fees extra "You will be charged 79¢ + 2% per sold ticket / registration, and this fee is capped at a maximum of $9.99 regardless of what you charge your attendees."  [www.simpletix.com/pricing.php](https://www.simpletix.com/pricing.php), read on 17 October 2026. [Archived copy](https://web.archive.org/web/20260617192954/https://www.simpletix.com/pricing.php)
38. Eventbrite By default the payout is sent three business days after the event ends. "Eventbrite sends your payout three business days after your event ends."  [www.eventbrite.com/help/en-us/articles/640593/when-do-i-get-paid/](https://www.eventbrite.com/help/en-us/articles/640593/when-do-i-get-paid/), read on 17 October 2026. [Archived copy](https://web.archive.org/web/20250526114218/https://www.eventbrite.com/help/en-us/articles/640593/when-do-i-get-paid/)
39. Eventbrite Eligible organizers can receive weekly or twice-monthly payouts while events are upcoming. "If you set up a payout schedule, your events can also have weekly or bi-monthly payouts while they are still upcoming or active."  [www.eventbrite.com/help/en-us/articles/115913/set-up-a-payout-schedule/](https://www.eventbrite.com/help/en-us/articles/115913/set-up-a-payout-schedule/), read on 17 October 2026. [Archived copy](https://web.archive.org/web/20260517010714/https://www.eventbrite.com/help/en-us/articles/115913/set-up-a-payout-schedule/)
40. SimpleTix Ticket revenue goes directly to the organizer's connected payment processor account; SimpleTix does not hold it. "SimpleTix does not hold, process, or transfer your ticket sales revenue. All funds from ticket sales go directly to your connected payment processor account (Square, Stripe, etc.)."  [help.simpletix.com/docs/billing-and-fees/managing-payment-processors-on-simpletix](https://help.simpletix.com/docs/billing-and-fees/managing-payment-processors-on-simpletix), read on 17 October 2026.
41. Eventbrite Eventbrite states it does not offer a native layaway or installment plan feature. "Eventbrite does not offer a native event layaway or instalment plan feature."  [www.eventbrite.com/event-ticketing/payment-plans/](https://www.eventbrite.com/event-ticketing/payment-plans/), read on 17 October 2026.
42. SimpleTix Built-in payment plans are not available. "While built-in payment plans are not available, you may offer alternatives like donation tickets or external financing options."  [help.simpletix.com/docs/onboarding\_guides/festivals](https://help.simpletix.com/docs/onboarding_guides/festivals), read on 17 October 2026. [Archived copy](https://web.archive.org/web/20260613213758/https://help.simpletix.com/docs/onboarding_guides/festivals)
43. Eventbrite A seating chart maker lets organizers sell tickets for assigned seats. "Our reserved seating software makes it easy to create an event seating chart, sell tickets for assigned seats"  [www.eventbrite.com/organizer/features/reserved-seating/](https://www.eventbrite.com/organizer/features/reserved-seating/), read on 17 October 2026.
44. SimpleTix SimpleTix builds seating charts for organizers at no charge. "We will even build your seating charts for free."  [www.simpletix.com/pricing.php](https://www.simpletix.com/pricing.php), read on 17 October 2026. [Archived copy](https://web.archive.org/web/20260617192954/https://www.simpletix.com/pricing.php)
45. Eventbrite AI generates event descriptions, summaries and images from a title, location and dates. "AI will automatically generate event descriptions, summaries, and event images in a matter of seconds."  [www.eventbrite.com/blog/press/newsroom/eventbrite-introduces-ai-powered-tools-to-empower-creators-and-reimagine-event-marketing/](https://www.eventbrite.com/blog/press/newsroom/eventbrite-introduces-ai-powered-tools-to-empower-creators-and-reimagine-event-marketing/), read on 17 October 2026.
46. SimpleTix AI tools write event details, prepare promotional content and create event images in the Manager Portal. "SimpleTix includes AI tools that can help you write event details, prepare promotional content, and create event images without leaving Manager Portal."  [help.simpletix.com/docs/events/ai-content-and-image-tools](https://help.simpletix.com/docs/events/ai-content-and-image-tools), read on 17 October 2026.
47. Eventbrite Fees per ticket "3.7% + $1.79 service fee per ticket"  [www.eventbrite.com/organizer/pricing/](https://www.eventbrite.com/organizer/pricing/), read on 17 October 2026. [Archived copy](https://web.archive.org/web/20261016172346/https://www.eventbrite.com/organizer/pricing/)
48. SimpleTix Fees per ticket "You will be charged 79¢ + 2% per sold ticket / registration, and this fee is capped at a maximum of $9.99 regardless of what you charge your attendees."  [www.simpletix.com/pricing.php](https://www.simpletix.com/pricing.php), read on 17 October 2026. [Archived copy](https://web.archive.org/web/20260617192954/https://www.simpletix.com/pricing.php)
49. Eventbrite Pricing "Eventbrite Premium is offered as a monthly or annual subscription."  [www.eventbrite.com/help/en-us/articles/193833/eventbrites-new-pricing-plans/](https://www.eventbrite.com/help/en-us/articles/193833/eventbrites-new-pricing-plans/), read on 17 October 2026.
50. SimpleTix Pricing "You will be charged 79¢ + 2% per sold ticket / registration, and this fee is capped at a maximum of $9.99 regardless of what you charge your attendees."  [www.simpletix.com/pricing.php](https://www.simpletix.com/pricing.php), read on 17 October 2026. [Archived copy](https://web.archive.org/web/20260617192954/https://www.simpletix.com/pricing.php)

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