Event Ticketing · pricing · Updated September 2026
Universe pricing (2026)
Universe starts at $0/mo (Free Events) as checked on 2026-09-02, read from Universe's own pricing page; 4 plans. Best for Venues and attractions managing timed-entry experiences. Every figure below links to its source and the date we captured it.
At a glance
- Entry price: $0/mo (Free Events)
- Free tier: Yes
- Compliance: HIPAA — · SOC 2 — · GDPR —
- Best for: Venues and attractions managing timed-entry experiences; Nightclubs and entertainment venues; Independent organizers wanting no monthly fee; Established organizers needing Ticketmaster distribution (Pro)
As of · every figure below links to its source
Universe plans & pricing
| Plan | Monthly | Annual | Billing | Notes | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free Events | $0 | — | flat | Zero service fees for events with free tickets. No setup costs or termination fees. | universe.com |
| Starter | usage-priced | — | custom | No monthly fee. 2% + $0.59 per ticket sold (excludes VAT and payment processing). Targeted at independent organizers. Core dashboard, payouts, custom checkout questions, email support, real-time analytics, unlimited ticket types. | universe.com |
| Standard | usage-priced | — | custom | No monthly fee. Same 2% + $0.59 per ticket rate as Starter. Adds cardholder presales, priority email support, payment plans, tiered ticketing. Targeted at growing brands. | universe.com |
| Pro | not priced monthly | — | custom | Custom pricing / a la carte plan. Contact sales required. Adds dynamic pricing, custom badges, event marketing, RFID access control. Targeted at established organizers. | universe.com |
Last verified 2026-09-02. https://www.universe.com/pricing (official pricing page, accessed 2026-06-14) Re-verified 2026-09-02 against the live pricing page; published figures unchanged.
Price changes
No change record has cleared two sources yet, so nothing is published on the wire.
Capabilities
Integrations: GraphQL API, Webhooks, Google Analytics, Facebook Pixel, Mailchimp, Zapier, Ticketmaster (Pro only).
Key features: 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.
Plan limits: 2% + $0.59 per ticket on Starter and Standard (no monthly fee); Dynamic pricing only on Pro (custom pricing); RFID access control only on Pro; Ticketmaster distribution only on Pro; Dedicated account manager only on Pro.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Universe cost?
Universe starts at $0/mo (Free Events); it has 4 published plans. Verified 2026-09-02.
Does Universe support HIPAA?
Universe HIPAA support: —. SOC 2: —. GDPR: —.
Does Universe have a free plan?
Universe free tier: Yes.
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