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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.

Universe has the lower entry price — Eventzilla starts at $499.92/mo, Universe at $0/mo. Free tier: Eventzilla Yes, Universe Yes. HIPAA: Eventzilla —, Universe —.

As of 2026-06-14 · figures link to their source below

Side by side

Eventzilla

$499.92/mo entry
Entry price$499.92/mo (Unlimited)
Free tierYes
HIPAA (BAA)
SOC 2
GDPR
Best forConferences, conventions, and multi-track events

Universe

$0/mo entry
Entry price$0/mo (Free Events)
Free tierYes
HIPAA (BAA)
SOC 2
GDPR
Best forVenues 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

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