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Head-to-head · Registration Software

RunSignup vs Eventzilla

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 1 check side by side
Higher score RunSignup #4 in Registration Software 8.8/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 0 of 4 features Visit RunSignup
Eventzilla #8 in Registration Software 8.4/10 Free plan · 14-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 0 of 4 features Visit Eventzilla

RunSignup leads on 0 checks, Eventzilla on 0, and 1 is 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 scoreRunSignup · 8.8/10
  • Free planboth
  • Free trialonly Eventzilla

RunSignup scores higher on our rubric for registration software: 8.8 against 8.4 out of 10; our editors rank them #4 and #8.

RunSignup is the better fit for races and community fundraising events. Eventzilla is the better fit for teams managing in-person, hybrid or virtual events.

  • RunSignup fits best

    Races and community fundraising events

  • Eventzilla fits best

    Teams managing in-person, hybrid or virtual events

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Side by side

Feature RunSignup 8.8/10 Visit ↗ Eventzilla 8.4/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.8 8.4
Ranking #4 in Registration Software #8 in Registration Software
Best for Races and community fundraising events Teams managing in-person, hybrid or virtual events
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free plan + paid
Starting price — $1.50/unit usage-based
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — 14 days
Deployment Cloud, Mobile Cloud, Mobile
Platforms Web, iOS, Android Web, iOS, Android
Support Tickets, Docs, Email Email, Live chat, Phone, Docs
Compliance PCI DSS GDPR
Integrations 7 integrations 500+ integrations
Built for Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features RunSignup 0/4 · Eventzilla 0/4
Custom registration forms Not checked yet Not checked yet
Online payments Not checked yet Not checked yet
Check-in tools Not checked yet Not checked yet
Automated reminders Not checked yet Not checked yet
Specs
Registration types Not checked yet Not checked yet
Registration capacity Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Free event websites, email, and RaceDay app for free events
  • Participant self-service transfers, deferrals, waitlists, and digital waivers
  • Integrated fundraising, check-in apps, reporting, and data exports
  • Handles forms, free and paid tickets, email, check-in and badge printing
  • Attendee app supports agendas, messaging, polls and notifications
  • Offers virtual events, exhibitor tools and integrations with 5000+ apps
Cons
  • Processing fees vary by cart tier and payment arrangement
  • No subscription or monthly plans for organizations seeking fixed pricing
  • Narrower focus than full-scale conference registration platforms
  • Basic is charged per registration, and payment-processing fees are separate
  • The 14-day trial requires a card
  • Pro, Plus and Custom pricing is not stated on the public pricing page
Our verdict

RunSignup is a cloud-based event platform for race directors, endurance-event organizers, and nonprofits. It combines online registration, customizable event websites, email marketing, fundraising, payment processing, reporting,…

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Eventzilla covers registration and operations for conferences, training programs, fundraisers, webinars and other in-person, hybrid or virtual events. Its toolkit spans event websites, forms, ticketing, attendee communications, agendas,…

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  1. RunSignupRegistration Software 8.8Free plan
  2. EventzillaRegistration Software 8.4Free plan · 14-day trial

Strengths and trade-offs

  • RunSignup — where it wins

    • Free event websites, email, and RaceDay app for free events
    • Participant self-service transfers, deferrals, waitlists, and digital waivers
    • Integrated fundraising, check-in apps, reporting, and data exports

    Where it doesn't

    • Processing fees vary by cart tier and payment arrangement
    • No subscription or monthly plans for organizations seeking fixed pricing
    • Narrower focus than full-scale conference registration platforms

  • Eventzilla — where it wins

    • Handles forms, free and paid tickets, email, check-in and badge printing
    • Attendee app supports agendas, messaging, polls and notifications
    • Offers virtual events, exhibitor tools and integrations with 5000+ apps

    Where it doesn't

    • Basic is charged per registration, and payment-processing fees are separate
    • The 14-day trial requires a card
    • Pro, Plus and Custom pricing is not stated on the public pricing page

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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