Best Event Ticketing · head-to-head
Eventzilla vs Universe
A sourced, side-by-side comparison for event ticketing. Universe has the lower entry price. Every figure links to the vendor's own page and the date we captured it.
At a glance
- Price: Eventzilla $499.92/mo vs Universe $0/mo — Universe is cheaper to start.
- Free tier: Eventzilla Yes; Universe Yes.
- HIPAA: Eventzilla —; Universe —.
Side by side
| Eventzilla | Universe | |
|---|---|---|
| Entry price | $499.92/mo (Unlimited) | $0/mo (Free Events) |
| Free tier | Yes | Yes |
| HIPAA (BAA) | — | — |
| SOC 2 | — | — |
| GDPR | — | — |
| Best for | Conferences, conventions, and multi-track events | Venues and attractions managing timed-entry experiences |
Sources — Eventzilla: eventzilla.net (verified 2026-06-14). Universe: universe.com (verified 2026-06-14).
Key features
Eventzilla: Multi-day, multi-track agenda builder; Event Hub mobile app for attendees (iOS and Android); 1:1 attendee networking via private messaging; Call for speakers with paper submission system; Self-service kiosk check-in and badge printing; Browser-based live video streaming; White-label registration experience (Plus+); Sponsor management (Plus+); Post-event surveys and speaker ratings; Custom participation certificates; Same-day payouts; Event cloning; Organizer mobile app (iOS and Android)
Universe: Timed-entry scheduling with bulk editing across timeslots; Inventory control per ticket type and timeslot; Dynamic pricing by timeslot (Pro); QR-coded digital tickets via email or digital wallets; Self-service buyer date/time changes and ticket transfers; BoxOffice app for door sales (all tiers); Payment plans for attendees (Standard/Pro); Tiered ticketing (Standard/Pro); Presale with cardholder access controls (Standard/Pro); Nonprofit/charity discounted rates available; Partner affiliate sales channels included