TicketSpice Alternative
TicketSpice vs Equaticket: Which Is Right for You?
TicketSpice is a solid platform with $0.99/ticket fees. Equaticket takes a different approach: flat subscription pricing with zero Equaticket ticket fees and no platform cut. Here's how we compare.
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On 500 tickets at $30, TicketSpice charges $495+ in fees. → Equaticket costs $79/month.
For a complete breakdown of what each platform actually charges, see our ticketing fees comparison guide.
Feature comparison
TicketSpice vs Equaticket
| Feature | TicketSpice | Equaticket |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | $0.99/ticket + processing | Flat $29–189/month, no per-ticket |
| Break-even point | Always per-ticket | ~30-80 tickets/month |
| Payment processing | Stripe (via TicketSpice) | Your own Stripe account |
| Payout control | Through TicketSpice | Direct to your bank |
| Website embedding | Yes + WordPress plugin | |
| Custom branding | Yes (paid plans) | Yes (all plans) |
| Seat maps | No (flat GA focus) | |
| Check-in app | Yes (PWA, no install) | |
| Promo codes | ||
| Free ticket fees | $0 | $0 |
| Open API | Yes: REST API with read + write endpoints, all tiers | |
| Recurring event series | Limited | Yes: weekly, biweekly, monthly; each date is its own event page |
| Time-slot / class booking | Yes: booking calendar, per-slot capacity, all tiers |
Competitor pricing verified as of July 2026. Fees shown are platform fees only and exclude payment processing unless noted.
Why organizers switch
The case for flat subscription pricing
Flat costs that scale with you
TicketSpice charges $0.99 per ticket. Sell 500 tickets at $30 each and you’re paying $495+ just in platform fees, on top of Stripe processing. Equaticket’s Growth plan is $79/month, period. The math changes fast.
Revenue straight to your bank
With TicketSpice, payments flow through their system before reaching you. Equaticket uses your own Stripe account: buyers pay you directly, funds settle on Stripe’s standard two-day rolling schedule.
Your branding, all plans
TicketSpice’s custom branding is a paid-plan feature. On Equaticket, custom branding (your logo, your colors on every event page) is included on every paid tier from Starter up.
Predictable budgeting
Running a weekly event series or monthly workshop? Per-ticket pricing means every new attendee is another line item. Equaticket’s flat subscription means you can budget for the whole quarter without doing per-ticket math.
When to choose what
When to Choose What
Choose TicketSpice if:
- You need seat maps and reserved seating
- You sell fewer than 50 tickets per month
- You prefer per-event pricing
Choose Equaticket if:
- You want predictable, flat subscription costs
- You sell 50+ tickets per month regularly
- You want revenue going directly to your Stripe account
- You need a WordPress plugin or embed widget
- You want to own the full customer relationship
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Pricing
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Savings calculator
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How the no-fee model works
What "no platform fees" means for buyers and for organizers.
vs. Eventbrite
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FAQ
Common questions about TicketSpice
How much does TicketSpice charge per ticket?
TicketSpice charges $0.99 per ticket plus standard credit card processing of 2.9% + $0.30 per transaction. There are no monthly fees, no contracts, and no setup charges. For tickets priced at $5 or less, the platform fee drops to $0.49 per ticket.
What are TicketSpice's payment processing fees?
TicketSpice uses Stripe at standard rates (2.9% + $0.30 per transaction). TicketSpice's own platform fee of $0.99 per ticket (or $0.49 for tickets at $5 and under) is charged separately on top of that.
Is TicketSpice cheaper than Eventbrite?
Generally yes for mid-priced tickets. Eventbrite's standard fee is 3.7% + $1.79 per ticket plus 2.9% processing. TicketSpice's $0.99 flat rate is typically lower. On a $50 ticket: Eventbrite takes roughly $5.20 in combined fees vs. TicketSpice's $0.99 platform fee (plus the same processing).
Does TicketSpice have a free plan?
TicketSpice has no monthly fee but charges $0.99 per paid ticket sold. Free events can be hosted at no platform cost. Organizers selling paid tickets regularly may save more with a flat-subscription platform at higher volumes.
What is a good TicketSpice alternative with no per-ticket fees?
Equaticket offers a flat subscription ($29–$189/mo, billed quarterly) with no per-ticket platform fees. At 50+ tickets/month, most organizers pay less than TicketSpice's $0.99 per ticket, and your platform cost is the same whether you have a slow month or a sold-out one.
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