Head-to-head · Event Planning Software
Eventbrite vs RingCentral Events
Eventbrite leads on 1 check, RingCentral Events on 0, and 0 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 1 yes/no, price and count check where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreEventbrite · 9.0/10
- Free planonly Eventbrite
- Free trialonly RingCentral Events
Eventbrite scores higher on our rubric for event planning software: 9.0 against 8.8 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #5.
Eventbrite offers free plan; RingCentral Events doesn't.
Eventbrite is the better fit for budget-conscious organizers needing ticketing and check-in. RingCentral Events is the better fit for teams focused on virtual and hybrid experiences.
- Eventbrite fits best
Budget-conscious organizers needing ticketing and check-in
- RingCentral Events fits best
Teams focused on virtual and hybrid experiences
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Side by side
| Feature | Eventbrite 9.0/10 Visit ↗ | RingCentral Events 8.8/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 9.0 | 8.8 |
| Ranking | #3 in Event Planning Software | #5 in Event Planning Software |
| Best for | Budget-conscious organizers needing ticketing and check-in | Teams focused on virtual and hybrid experiences |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Paid |
| Starting price | $708/yr | $99/user/mo |
| Free plan | ✓ (best) | — |
| Free trial | — | 30 days |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile | Cloud, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Web, iOS, Android |
| Support | Email, Live chat, Phone, Docs · 24/7 | Docs, Community, Live chat, Phone |
| Integrations | 5 integrations | 40+ integrations |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features Eventbrite 0/5 · RingCentral Events 0/5 | ||
| Attendee registration | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Event site builder | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Session management | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Onsite check-in | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Virtual or hybrid events | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Specs | ||
| Maximum attendees | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
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| Our verdict | Eventbrite helps organizers publish events, sell free or paid tickets, collect attendee information, and manage entry. It fits community gatherings, classes, conferences, festivals, and fundraisers, with tools for event pages, registration… Read the review → |
RingCentral Events is a cloud and mobile event platform for organizations running webinars, virtual, hybrid, and onsite experiences. It suits marketing teams and organizations of different sizes that need branded event pages, multiple… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Eventbrite — where it wins
- Publish unlimited events; free tickets have no ticketing fees.
- Manage paid tickets, attendee forms, payments, and QR-code check-in.
- Use attendee communications, registration reporting, and badge printing.
Where it doesn't
- Premium is limited to eligible countries and accounts.
- Ticketing fees vary by market and ticket type.
- Advanced session and exhibitor workflows are less developed than in enterprise suites.
RingCentral Events — where it wins
- Supports virtual, hybrid, onsite, and webinar event formats
- Multiple stages, networking areas, expo booths, and engagement tools
- AI features plus analytics dashboards and CRM integrations
Where it doesn't
- No free plan; paid access starts at $99 per organizer monthly
- Registration and onsite operations are less deep than full event suites
- Teams needing advanced onsite workflows may need another platform
- Eventbrite9.0/10 · Free plan
A flexible ticketing and check-in option, with paid promotion and support on Premium.
Visit EventbriteFull verdict → - RingCentral Events8.8/10 · 30-day trial
A virtual-first event platform with stages, networking, expo booths, analytics, and AI tools.
Visit siteFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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