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Head-to-head · Event Diagramming Software

SeatPlan.io vs GoodEvent Layout

  • Updated Sep 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 4 checks side by side
Higher score SeatPlan.io #6 in Event Diagramming Software 7.5/10 Free plan · paid from £8 Free plan✓ 3 of 4 features Visit SeatPlan.io
GoodEvent Layout #8 in Event Diagramming Software 7.0/10 Free plan · paid from £25/mo Free plan✓ 1 of 4 features Visit GoodEvent

SeatPlan.io leads on 2 checks, GoodEvent Layout on 0, and 2 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 4 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreSeatPlan.io · 7.5/10
  • Free planboth
  • Most featuresSeatPlan.io · 3 of 4

SeatPlan.io scores higher on our rubric for event diagramming software: 7.5 against 7.0 out of 10; our editors rank them #6 and #8.

SeatPlan.io offers floor-plan import; GoodEvent Layout doesn't publish it. SeatPlan.io offers guest-list import; GoodEvent Layout doesn't publish it.

SeatPlan.io is the better fit for budget-conscious planners needing guest workflows. GoodEvent Layout is the better fit for small teams wanting free collaborative layouts.

  • SeatPlan.io fits best

    Budget-conscious planners needing guest workflows

  • GoodEvent Layout fits best

    Small teams wanting free collaborative layouts

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Side by side

Feature SeatPlan.io 7.5/10 Visit ↗ GoodEvent Layout 7.0/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 7.5 7.0
Ranking #6 in Event Diagramming Software #8 in Event Diagramming Software
Best for Budget-conscious planners needing guest workflows Small teams wanting free collaborative layouts
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free plan + paid
Starting price Not published Not published
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud Cloud
Platforms Web Web
Support Email Tickets
Integrations 1 integrations 4 integrations
Built for Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features SeatPlan.io 3/4 · GoodEvent Layout 1/4
Seating plans ✓ ✓
Floor-plan import ✓ (best) Not published
Guest-list import ✓ (best) Not published
3D view Not published Not published
Specs
Guest capacity Not published Not published
Team collaboration Real-time Real-time
Our review
Pros
  • Free plan includes full design capabilities and guest-list import
  • One-time Pro and Collaborate plans add saving, exports, and teamwork
  • QR seat finding, check-in links, and wallet seat passes support guests
  • Free plan includes a full drawing suite and 500+ event assets
  • Real-time editing, version history, and client commenting support collaboration
  • Templates, seating plans, scaled tools, and crew mobile access fit event workflows
Cons
  • Browser-based access is the only listed platform
  • Event Temple is the only listed integration
  • A 3D-view workflow is not included in the product description
  • Free plans are limited to 3 projects and 50 objects per plan
  • PNG exports on the Free plan include a GoodEvent watermark
  • Unlimited layouts and watermark-free high-resolution exports require payment
Our verdict

SeatPlan.io is a web-based event seating chart and floor-plan tool for wedding planners, venues, corporate teams, and event hosts. Its drag-and-drop editor supports tables, chairs, staging, and room areas, while guest-list imports, seat…

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GoodEvent Layout is a browser-based floor-plan tool for event professionals, including wedding planners, marquee and tent hire companies, corporate event teams, and venues. Its workspace combines drag-and-drop editing with scaled…

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  1. SeatPlan.ioEvent Diagramming Software 7.5Free plan · paid from £8
  2. GoodEvent LayoutEvent Diagramming Software 7.0Free plan · paid from £25/mo

Strengths and trade-offs

  • SeatPlan.io — where it wins

    • Free plan includes full design capabilities and guest-list import
    • One-time Pro and Collaborate plans add saving, exports, and teamwork
    • QR seat finding, check-in links, and wallet seat passes support guests

    Where it doesn't

    • Browser-based access is the only listed platform
    • Event Temple is the only listed integration
    • A 3D-view workflow is not included in the product description

  • GoodEvent Layout — where it wins

    • Free plan includes a full drawing suite and 500+ event assets
    • Real-time editing, version history, and client commenting support collaboration
    • Templates, seating plans, scaled tools, and crew mobile access fit event workflows

    Where it doesn't

    • Free plans are limited to 3 projects and 50 objects per plan
    • PNG exports on the Free plan include a GoodEvent watermark
    • Unlimited layouts and watermark-free high-resolution exports require payment
  • SeatPlan.io7.5/10 · Free plan · paid from £8

    A low-cost seating planner with guest workflows, collaboration, and AI imports.

    Visit SeatPlan.ioFull verdict →
  • GoodEvent Layout7.0/10 · Free plan · paid from £25/mo

    A collaborative browser-based layout tool with useful event planning exports.

    Visit GoodEventFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Sep 2026

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