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

# Eventbrite vs Ticketmaster

Eventbrite publishes its fees and you can publish events yourself; Ticketmaster discusses its fees and terms with you on a sales call and gives every client a dedicated account team. Both sell reserved seats and scan tickets at the door.

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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 10** of the things you need, confirmed on the published pages of Eventbrite
- **9 of 10** of the things you need, confirmed on the published pages of Ticketmaster
- **10 of 10** of the things you need, included on Ticket Fairy

## Which should you choose?

### Eventbrite suits you if you need

- Publishing free events has no ticketing fee.[1](#source-1)
- Eventbrite describes its discovery marketplace as reaching 89 million monthly users.[2](#source-2)

### Ticketmaster suits you if you need

- Every client has a dedicated account team including an account lead and an operations specialist.[3](#source-3)
- SafeTix mobile tickets use an encrypted barcode that rotates every few minutes and is tied to a verified fan account.[4](#source-4)

Choose Eventbrite if you want published fees, free events at no cost and a marketplace that reaches 89 million monthly users. Choose Ticketmaster if you run large on-sales and want a dedicated account team, rotating-barcode mobile tickets and fees agreed for your event.

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

You get a published booking fee and you choose whether your buyers pay it or you absorb it. You can be paid daily as tickets sell, so the money is with you before the show. Fans can spread the cost with a payment plan and resell at face value, and spare tickets go to your waiting list.

- You choose whether buyers pay the booking fee on top of your price or you absorb it.[5](#source-5)
- Payouts arrive daily as tickets sell, or after the show, with nothing to set up.[5](#source-5)
- Buyers can pay for bigger tickets with a deposit now and installments later.[6](#source-6)
- Your fans can resell and transfer tickets at face value, and each returned ticket is offered to the next fan on your waiting list.[7](#source-7)
- Your buyers can pick their own seat on your venue's map.[8](#source-8)

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## What does each of Eventbrite and Ticketmaster do?

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

Ticket Fairy includes 10 of these 10 things you need, on any plan.

| What you need | Eventbrite | Ticketmaster |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Money |  |  |
| Fees | Included[9](#source-9) US: 3.7% + $1.79 per ticket, plus 2.9% processing per order | Included[10](#source-10) Buyers pay a per-ticket service fee negotiated per event; no standard rate published |
| When you are paid | Included[11](#source-11) Three business days after the event ends by default | Not found in Ticketmaster's public documentation[12](#source-12) No organizer payout schedule published |
| Selling |  |  |
| Reserved seating | Included[13](#source-13) Seating chart maker with sale of assigned seats | Included[14](#source-14) Custom floor plans and interactive seat maps |
| Payment plans | Not offered[15](#source-15) No native layaway or installment plan feature | Included[16](#source-16) Payment plans listed for festivals; Klarna Pay in 4 for US buyers |
| Resale and transfers | Included[17](#source-17) Resale through verified partners, and buyers can put a ticket under another name | Included[18](#source-18) Fan-to-fan resale, Face Value Exchange and free Ticket Transfer |
| Event website or checkout on your site | Included[19](#source-19) Embedded checkout code for your own website | Included[20](#source-20) Embedded checkout on the organizer's own website |
| Running the event |  |  |
| Door scanning | Included[21](#source-21) Eventbrite Organizer app scans QR codes at the door | Included[22](#source-22) SafeTix rotating-barcode tickets; scanning and mobile box office on standard mobile devices |
| Marketing tools | Included[23](#source-23) Email campaigns (250 a day free), promo codes and texts to your attendees | Included[24](#source-24) TM1 Marketing: audience segments, email, campaigns, pixels; Managed SMS and Promoted Ads also offered |
| Your buyer data | Included[25](#source-25) Attendee and multi-event reports export to Excel or CSV | Included[26](#source-26) VIP purchaser report with scheduled exports; campaign reports as CSV |
| AI assistant | Included[27](#source-27) AI event creation and AI-written ad and email copy | Included[28](#source-28) AI chatbot and AI-powered search in the client Support Community |

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

How do Eventbrite and Ticketmaster fees compare?:  Eventbrite publishes its fees: in the US it charges 3.7% + $1.79 per paid ticket plus 2.9% payment processing per order. Ticketmaster publishes no standard rate; it says service fees are generally negotiated and shared between the parties organizing the event. [29](#source-29) [30](#source-30) [31](#source-31) [32](#source-32)

Who pays the fees on Eventbrite and Ticketmaster?:  On Eventbrite your buyers pay the fees by default, and you can choose to absorb them for each ticket type. On Ticketmaster your buyers pay a service fee once per ticket, and it may also apply at the box office, depending on the venue. [33](#source-33) [34](#source-34)

When do Eventbrite and Ticketmaster pay you?:  Eventbrite sends your payout three business days after the event ends by default, and eligible organizers can get weekly or twice-monthly payouts while events are upcoming. We did not find an organizer payout schedule in Ticketmaster's public documentation, which says commercial terms are discussed on a sales call. [35](#source-35) [36](#source-36) [37](#source-37)

Can fans pay in installments on Eventbrite or Ticketmaster?:  On Ticketmaster, yes: it lists payment plans for festivals, and US buyers can use Klarna Pay in 4. Eventbrite states it does not offer a native layaway or installment plan. [38](#source-38) [39](#source-39)

Can fans resell or transfer tickets on Eventbrite and Ticketmaster?:  Yes on both, in different ways. Ticketmaster runs fan-to-fan resale and a Face Value Exchange that is free for sellers, and fans can transfer tickets free of charge. Eventbrite offers resale through verified partners and lets buyers put a ticket under another name. [40](#source-40) [41](#source-41) [42](#source-42)

How do Eventbrite and Ticketmaster tickets work at the door?:  Ticketmaster's SafeTix mobile tickets carry an encrypted barcode that changes every few minutes and is tied to the fan's account. Eventbrite's Organizer app scans QR-code tickets and takes payments on site. [4](#source-4) [43](#source-43)

Can you export your buyer data from Eventbrite and Ticketmaster?:  Yes. Eventbrite exports attendee and other reports as Excel or CSV, for one event or across events. Ticketmaster's TM1 Reports has a VIP order details report with scheduled exports, and campaign reports download as CSV. [44](#source-44) [45](#source-45)

## How are Eventbrite and Ticketmaster priced?

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

- Eventbrite  Fee on each ticket **$4.52** Buyers pay **$8,904** You receive **$8,000** Card processing of 2.9% included
- Ticketmaster  Not published
- Ticket Fairy   Fee on each ticket **$4** Buyers pay **$8,800** You receive **$8,000** Card processing included

On this order, your buyers pay $104 less on Ticket Fairy than on Eventbrite, and you receive $8,000.

Sources[46](#source-46) [47](#source-47)

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.[48](#source-48)

Ticketmaster:  No published price list; buyers pay per-ticket service fees negotiated with each event's organizers, and terms are agreed with the sales team[49](#source-49)

## Where does each one win?

### Eventbrite

- In the US the service fee is 3.7% + $1.79 per paid ticket.[29](#source-29)
- Eligible organizers can receive weekly or twice-monthly payouts while events are upcoming.[36](#source-36)
- Paid events get 24/7 chat support.[50](#source-50)

### Ticketmaster

- Ticketmaster uses Smart Queue technology for high-demand onsales.[51](#source-51)
- Ticketmaster offers fan-to-fan resale and a Face Value Exchange that is free for sellers.[40](#source-40)
- TM1 lets promoters, agents and box office teams review setups together with permissions, version control and audit visibility.[52](#source-52)

A third option: Ticket Fairy

[Why do event teams choose Ticket Fairy over both Eventbrite and Ticketmaster?](#third-option)

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## Where does each fact come from?

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)

1. Eventbrite Publishing free events has no ticketing fee. "Publish unlimited free events at no cost."  [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 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.
3. Ticketmaster Every client has a dedicated account team including an account lead and an operations specialist. "Every Ticketmaster client has their own dedicated account team. Each team includes an account lead, an operations specialist and more."  [business.ticketmaster.com/support/](https://business.ticketmaster.com/support/), read on 17 October 2026. [Archived copy](https://web.archive.org/web/20261007071900/https://business.ticketmaster.com/support/)
4. Ticketmaster SafeTix mobile tickets use an encrypted barcode that rotates every few minutes and is tied to a verified fan account. "Each ticket features an encrypted, rotating barcode that refreshes every few minutes and is tied directly to a verified fan account"  [business.ticketmaster.com/solutions/event-day/](https://business.ticketmaster.com/solutions/event-day/), read on 17 October 2026. [Archived copy](https://web.archive.org/web/20261007063857/https://business.ticketmaster.com/solutions/event-day/)
5. Ticket Fairy [Your ticket money arrives daily, or after the show](https://www.ticketfairy.com/features/payments-and-payouts/payment-accounts-fees-and-payouts)
6. Ticket Fairy [Fans can buy your biggest tickets with a deposit](https://www.ticketfairy.com/features/payments-and-payouts/payment-plans)

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7. Ticket Fairy [Spare tickets reach fans at face value](https://www.ticketfairy.com/features/orders-refunds-and-resale/resale-transfers-and-waiting-lists)
8. Ticket Fairy [Buyers pick their own seat on your venue's map](https://www.ticketfairy.com/features/seating-and-timed-entry/reserved-seating)
9. 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/)
10. Ticketmaster Fees "Service fees are generally negotiated and shared between various parties involved in organizing the event and may include a profit to them."  [help.ticketmaster.com/hc/en-us/articles/9663528775313-How-are-ticket-prices-and-fees-determined](https://help.ticketmaster.com/hc/en-us/articles/9663528775313-How-are-ticket-prices-and-fees-determined), read on 17 October 2026. [Archived copy](https://web.archive.org/web/20261008100019/https://help.ticketmaster.com/hc/en-us/articles/9663528775313-How-are-ticket-prices-and-fees-determined)
11. 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/)
12. Ticketmaster When you are paid "We'll deposit your payout typically within 7 business days after the event." Where we looked: business.ticketmaster.com home FAQ, /support/, /solutions/ (all six solution pages), /clubs/, /work-with-us/; business.ticketmaster.com WordPress search for 'payout' and 'settlement'; help.ticketmaster.com article search for 'payout' (results cover fan resale sellers only). The client help center requires a TM1 login..  [help.ticketmaster.com/hc/en-us/articles/9781464415249-How-does-Ticketmaster-s-Face-Value-Exchange-work](https://help.ticketmaster.com/hc/en-us/articles/9781464415249-How-does-Ticketmaster-s-Face-Value-Exchange-work), read on 17 October 2026. [Archived copy](https://web.archive.org/web/20261011115353/https://help.ticketmaster.com/hc/en-us/articles/9781464415249-How-does-Ticketmaster-s-Face-Value-Exchange-work)
13. 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.
14. Ticketmaster Reserved seating "Design and adjust venue layouts quickly with intuitive drag-and-drop tools and inline editors built for all event types."  [business.ticketmaster.com/solutions/event-creation-management/](https://business.ticketmaster.com/solutions/event-creation-management/), read on 17 October 2026.
15. 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.
16. Ticketmaster Payment plans "Payment plans"  [business.ticketmaster.com/why-festivals-choose-ticketmaster/](https://business.ticketmaster.com/why-festivals-choose-ticketmaster/), read on 17 October 2026.
17. 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.
18. Ticketmaster Resale and transfers "When plans change, fan-to-fan resale keeps tickets circulating within your ecosystem."  [business.ticketmaster.com/solutions/ticket-sales/](https://business.ticketmaster.com/solutions/ticket-sales/), read on 17 October 2026. [Archived copy](https://web.archive.org/web/20261012004224/https://business.ticketmaster.com/solutions/ticket-sales/)
19. 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/)
20. Ticketmaster Event website or checkout on your site "With embedded checkout, organizers can drive ticket sales directly through their websites, keeping fans immersed in their brand throughout the purchasing journey."  [business.ticketmaster.com/self-serve-event-ticketing-solutions-for-live-events/](https://business.ticketmaster.com/self-serve-event-ticketing-solutions-for-live-events/), read on 17 October 2026.
21. 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.
22. Ticketmaster Door scanning "Because the tools work on standard mobile devices, event teams can stay flexible while managing entry more efficiently across different event formats."  [business.ticketmaster.com/general-admission-ticketing-solutions/](https://business.ticketmaster.com/general-admission-ticketing-solutions/), read on 17 October 2026.
23. 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.
24. Ticketmaster Marketing tools "every client has access to a marketing application that let’s you place pixels across your event pages, find the right audiences within your database, launch marketing campaigns"  [business.ticketmaster.com/support/](https://business.ticketmaster.com/support/), read on 17 October 2026. [Archived copy](https://web.archive.org/web/20261007071900/https://business.ticketmaster.com/support/)
25. 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.
26. Ticketmaster Your buyer data "The VIP Order Details Report is a new addition to TM1 Reports, offering secure, self-serve access to VIP purchaser insights—no data feed setup required."  [business.ticketmaster.com/vip-reporting-tools/](https://business.ticketmaster.com/vip-reporting-tools/), read on 17 October 2026. [Archived copy](https://web.archive.org/web/20260514042407/https://business.ticketmaster.com/vip-reporting-tools/)
27. 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.
28. Ticketmaster AI assistant "access to around-the-clock support through our Support Community, which even has its very own AI-powered Chat-bot!"  [business.ticketmaster.com/](https://business.ticketmaster.com/), read on 17 October 2026. [Archived copy](https://web.archive.org/web/20261004085011/https://business.ticketmaster.com/)
29. 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/)
30. 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/)
31. Ticketmaster Buyers pay a per-ticket service fee negotiated per event; no standard rate published "Service fees are generally negotiated and shared between various parties involved in organizing the event and may include a profit to them."  [help.ticketmaster.com/hc/en-us/articles/9663528775313-How-are-ticket-prices-and-fees-determined](https://help.ticketmaster.com/hc/en-us/articles/9663528775313-How-are-ticket-prices-and-fees-determined), read on 17 October 2026. [Archived copy](https://web.archive.org/web/20261008100019/https://help.ticketmaster.com/hc/en-us/articles/9663528775313-How-are-ticket-prices-and-fees-determined)
32. Ticketmaster Ticketmaster says service fees are generally negotiated and shared between the parties organizing the event. "Service fees are generally negotiated and shared between various parties involved in organizing the event and may include a profit to them."  [help.ticketmaster.com/hc/en-us/articles/9663528775313-How-are-ticket-prices-and-fees-determined](https://help.ticketmaster.com/hc/en-us/articles/9663528775313-How-are-ticket-prices-and-fees-determined), read on 17 October 2026. [Archived copy](https://web.archive.org/web/20261008100019/https://help.ticketmaster.com/hc/en-us/articles/9663528775313-How-are-ticket-prices-and-fees-determined)
33. Eventbrite Buyers pay ticket fees by default; organizers can choose to absorb them per ticket type. "Event ticket fees are paid by your buyers by default, or you can choose to absorb them when you set up your ticket types."  [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/)
34. Ticketmaster The service fee is charged once per ticket and may apply to box office purchases depending on the venue. "The service fee is charged once per ticket and may apply to in-person box office purchases depending on the venue."  [help.ticketmaster.com/hc/en-us/articles/9663528775313-How-are-ticket-prices-and-fees-determined](https://help.ticketmaster.com/hc/en-us/articles/9663528775313-How-are-ticket-prices-and-fees-determined), read on 17 October 2026. [Archived copy](https://web.archive.org/web/20261008100019/https://help.ticketmaster.com/hc/en-us/articles/9663528775313-How-are-ticket-prices-and-fees-determined)
35. 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/)
36. 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/)
37. Ticketmaster Ticketmaster describes each client relationship as different, with commercial terms discussed on a sales call. "Every client relationship is different, but we’ve collected answers to common questions to help you understand what that means for you before you get on a sales call."  [business.ticketmaster.com/](https://business.ticketmaster.com/), read on 17 October 2026. [Archived copy](https://web.archive.org/web/20261004085011/https://business.ticketmaster.com/)
38. Ticketmaster Payment plans listed for festivals; Klarna Pay in 4 for US buyers "Payment plans"  [business.ticketmaster.com/why-festivals-choose-ticketmaster/](https://business.ticketmaster.com/why-festivals-choose-ticketmaster/), read on 17 October 2026.
39. 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.
40. Ticketmaster Ticketmaster offers fan-to-fan resale and a Face Value Exchange that is free for sellers. "Ticketmaster’s Face Value Ticket Exchange allows fans to sell their tickets to other fans at face value. It’s free to use for sellers."  [help.ticketmaster.com/hc/en-us/articles/9781464415249-How-does-Ticketmaster-s-Face-Value-Exchange-work](https://help.ticketmaster.com/hc/en-us/articles/9781464415249-How-does-Ticketmaster-s-Face-Value-Exchange-work), read on 17 October 2026. [Archived copy](https://web.archive.org/web/20261011115353/https://help.ticketmaster.com/hc/en-us/articles/9781464415249-How-does-Ticketmaster-s-Face-Value-Exchange-work)
41. Ticketmaster Fans can transfer tickets to another Ticketmaster account free of charge. "With Ticket Transfer, you can transfer all or some of your tickets from one Ticketmaster Account to another. It’s easy, safe and completely free."  [help.ticketmaster.com/hc/en-us/articles/9786975926673-How-does-Ticket-Transfer-work](https://help.ticketmaster.com/hc/en-us/articles/9786975926673-How-does-Ticket-Transfer-work), read on 17 October 2026. [Archived copy](https://web.archive.org/web/20261011054716/https://help.ticketmaster.com/hc/en-us/articles/9786975926673-How-does-Ticket-Transfer-work)
42. Eventbrite Resale through verified partners, and buyers can put a ticket under another name "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.
43. Eventbrite The Eventbrite Organizer app scans QR-code tickets and takes on-site payments. "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.
44. Eventbrite Attendee and other reports export as Excel or CSV, for one event or combined across events. "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.
45. Ticketmaster TM1 Reports offers a VIP Order Details Report with scheduled report exports; custom campaign reports download as CSV for offline use or BI tools. "Create and save custom reports with deeper insights into conversions and campaign performance, available as downloadable CSV files for offline use or integration with business intelligence tools."  [business.ticketmaster.com/promoted/](https://business.ticketmaster.com/promoted/), read on 17 October 2026.
46. 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/)
47. Ticket Fairy [Ticket Fairy pricing](https://www.ticketfairy.com/pricing)
48. 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.
49. Ticketmaster Pricing "Service fees are generally negotiated and shared between various parties involved in organizing the event and may include a profit to them."  [help.ticketmaster.com/hc/en-us/articles/9663528775313-How-are-ticket-prices-and-fees-determined](https://help.ticketmaster.com/hc/en-us/articles/9663528775313-How-are-ticket-prices-and-fees-determined), read on 17 October 2026. [Archived copy](https://web.archive.org/web/20261008100019/https://help.ticketmaster.com/hc/en-us/articles/9663528775313-How-are-ticket-prices-and-fees-determined)
50. 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/)
51. Ticketmaster Ticketmaster uses Smart Queue technology for high-demand onsales. "Smart Queue technology"  [business.ticketmaster.com/why-festivals-choose-ticketmaster/](https://business.ticketmaster.com/why-festivals-choose-ticketmaster/), read on 17 October 2026.
52. Ticketmaster TM1 lets promoters, agents and box office teams review setups together with permissions, version control and audit visibility. "Review event setups, suggest updates, and collaborate in real time with built-in permissions, version control, and audit visibility"  [business.ticketmaster.com/solutions/event-creation-management/](https://business.ticketmaster.com/solutions/event-creation-management/), read on 17 October 2026.

Updated 17 October 2026: First published.

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