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About

Event Essentials is a web-based event management platform that streamlines tasks, promotes events, organizes data, and provides online sales of Tickets, Registrations and Merchandise. Manage all aspects of your Event's Bands & Artists (Contracts, Venues, Performances, Bios, Schedules), Vendors (Registrations, Info, Contracts, Booth Selections, Vetting, Payments, Document Uploads), Sponsors, Live Auctions, Donations, POS, Resources and more. Specifically designed for organizers and promoters of Fairs, Festivals, Music Concerts, and Wine/Beer Events. Our Event Tech solution offers users an easy access to real-time event files and vital data, from anywhere at anytime. By using Event Essential, you can have a convenience-driven and easy-to-use system that enables you to collect and consolidate forms in digital format, track customer sales, and reduce overhead costs while increasing your sales and productivity. Event Essentials is based in the United States.

About

TryBooking is an online event ticketing, booking and registration platform that makes events easy. Trusted by more than 300,000+ event organizers, we help you manage all types of events/registrations from private functions to major festivals with ease. TryBooking's 3 Promises To You: - Low ticketing fees and Free for Free Events - Free local support, we will be with you every step of the way - No lock in contracts or subscriptions. Events Made Easy Through: - User-friendly ticketing system to create and sell tickets - Show off your brand in our fully customizable pages for each event - Array of reports and analytics, accessible with a click of a button - Create smart forms adaptable for any audience - Reserve seats and table functionality - Free mobile scanning app and Box Office - Fundraising support and membership features - No third party marketing, we value your privacy - API friendly - Integration with Xero and Stripe

Platforms Supported

Windows Supported
Mac Supported
Linux Supported
Cloud Supported
On-Premises Supported
iPhone Supported
iPad Supported
Android Supported
Chromebook Supported

Platforms Supported

Windows Not Supported
Mac Not Supported
Linux Not Supported
Cloud Supported
On-Premises Not Supported
iPhone Supported
iPad Supported
Android Supported
Chromebook Not Supported

Audience

Event Essential is perfect for all types of Events, Small to Large, including Festivals, Fairs, Music Concerts, Conferences, Street Fairs, and more.

Audience

General event organisers, schools, councils, sporting clubs, community groups, arts organisations, businesses, fitness groups and anyone who wants to easily take registrations online.

Support

Phone Support Supported
24/7 Live Support Supported
Online Supported

Support

Phone Support Supported
24/7 Live Support Not Supported
Online Supported

API

Offers API Supported

API

Offers API Supported

Screenshots and Videos

Screenshots and Videos

Pricing

Build on a 100% scalable modular system getting only what you need and not what you don't. Don't pay for more than you need. Pricing is fair and equitable by choosing from our . We work with you and customize our solution to meet each of our client's needs.
Free Version Not Supported
Free Trial Supported

Pricing

Free
Australia
Attendees pay 50c per ticket,
Event organisers pay 2.5%

United States
Attendees pay $1 per ticket,
Event organisers pay 3.5%

Free for Free Events
Free Version Supported
Free Trial Supported

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 5.0 / 5
ease 5.0 / 5
features 5.0 / 5
design 5.0 / 5
support 5.0 / 5

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 4.6 / 5
ease 4.4 / 5
features 4.6 / 5
design 4.2 / 5
support 5.0 / 5

Pros & Cons from Real Users

Pros

  • Event Essentials has been my go-to event management company for over 5 years. Their reliable ticket purchasing software is flexible and updates easily. Ticket buyer data collection is valuable to support promotion, to send updates and alerts, and allows follow up on customer satisfaction. Staff responds quickly to emails and performs requests rapidly. Their “hands-on” participation makes one feel you have reliable partners. They continue to help raise the bar on event presentation with creative input that is customized to support our goals.
  • I've had nothing but good experiences with Event Essentials and their software / service. They're on the forefront with this software and tech in general.

Cons

  • In over 5 years working with Event Essentials, I have never been disappointed in their services.
  • I had a good experience and don't have any complaints.

Pros & Cons from Real Users

Pros

  • Great customers support that actually took time to explain and walk through creating my event and teach me how to use the new features. Always updating and making the UI better and obviously cheaper than other competitors - the main selling point for me. Plus I can connect my Stripe Account!
  • I have used other platforms previously and had trouble assessing my event sales - it was a nightmare. When i rang the TryBooking hotline, i was greeted by a lovely member. We run a mix of free events and paid workshops, it's great to know real people are behind the platform and can offer personalised support when you need.
  • Great customer service. Easy to navigate system. In-built Mailing system for communicating with registrants. Simple custom field creation. CSV export available for reporting. Mobile Scanning App.
  • I used the Learning Centre to set up my event. All my questions were answered. I also called the support team and my call was answered straight away.
  • Really affordable compared to alternatives. Has a great create event wizard that means you can sell tickets straight away. Only had to use support once and they answered the phone immediately and were helpful.

Cons

  • There is a lot of features that you don't know what to do with when you first log in. But at least doesn't take too long learn how to use them, but I wish it was easier to find them all in the navigation bar.
  • Takes a while to get used to it, especially ticket pricing. Just found out they have a fundraising feature. They should promote their features more. Overall, I like it. I think there could be additional tools like design templates which would be a plus.
  • Can only link one bank account to a TryBooking account.
  • Nothing, everything worked without a hitch. Would suggest this site for anyone who is computer savvy.
  • Takes a while to locate all the features, UI is not the same throughout the whole system.

Training

Documentation Supported
Webinars Not Supported
Live Online Supported
In Person Supported

Training

Documentation Supported
Webinars Not Supported
Live Online Supported
In Person Not Supported

Company Information

Event Essentials
Founded: 2011
United States
www.event-essentials.net

Company Information

TryBooking
Founded: 2008
Australia
www.trybooking.com

Alternatives

Alternatives

Categories

Box Office Supported
eCommerce Supported
Event Check In Supported
Event Management Supported
Event Marketing Supported
Talent Management Supported
Team Communication Supported
Ticketing Supported
Venue Management Supported
Visitor Management Supported

Categories

Box Office Supported
Event Booking Supported
Event Registration Supported
Registration Supported
Ticketing Supported

Ticketing Features

Barcode / Ticket Scanning Supported
Box Office Management Supported
Concessions Management Supported
Customer Database Supported
Event Management Supported
Fundraising Management Supported
General Admission Supported
Kiosk Ticketing Supported
Mobile Ticketing Supported
Online Ticketing Supported
Onsite Ticketing Supported
POS Supported
Print-at-Home Supported
Reserved Seating Supported
Season Tickets Supported
Ticket Brokering Not Supported
VIP & Discount Tickets Supported

Event Check In Features

Attendee Segmentation Supported
Badge Printing Supported
Data Import / Export Supported
Data Synchronization Supported
Guest List Management Supported
Guest List Search Supported
Lead Capture Supported
Multi-Event Supported
QR Codes Supported
Reporting/Analytics Supported
Ticketing Supported

Event Management Features

Attendee Management Supported
Badge Management Supported
Conferences / Conventions Supported
Exhibit / Vendor Management Supported
Gamification Supported
Room Block Management Supported
Social Media Promotion Supported
Sponsorship Management Supported
Surveys & Feedback Supported
Ticketing Supported
Volunteer Management Supported
Weddings / Parties Not Supported

Event Marketing Features

Audience Segmentation Supported
Campaign Management Supported
Email Marketing Supported
Event Calendar Supported
Landing Pages / Web Forms Supported
Location-Based Marketing Supported
Reporting/Analytics Supported
Social Media Promotion Supported
Surveys & Feedback Supported
Website Management Supported

Festival Management Features

Artist Management Supported
Barcode / Ticket Scanning Supported
Contract Management Supported
Credential Management Supported
CRM Supported
Staff Scheduling Supported
Ticketing Supported
Transportation Management Supported
Vendor Management Supported
Volunteer Management Supported

Talent Management Features

Career Development Planning Not Supported
Compensation Management Supported
Competency Management Not Supported
Employee Lifecycle Management Not Supported
Goal Setting / Tracking Not Supported
Job Description Management Not Supported
Onboarding Supported
Performance Appraisal Not Supported
Recruiting Management Supported
Succession Planning Not Supported
Training Management Supported

Team Communication Features

Activity / News Feed Not Supported
Audio Calls Not Supported
Calendar Management Supported
Chat / Messaging Supported
Discussion Threads Not Supported
File Sharing Supported
Mobile Access Supported
Push Notifications Supported
Search Not Supported
Surveys & Feedback Supported
Task Management Supported
Video Conferencing Supported

Venue Management Features

Attendee Management Supported
Billing & Invoicing Supported
Contract Management Supported
Customer Management Supported
Event Management Supported
Food & Beverage Management Supported
Multi-Facility Supported
Reservations Management Supported
Resource Booking Supported
Sales Management Supported
Staff Management Supported

Visitor Management Features

Alerts/Notifications Supported
Badge Management Supported
Document Management Supported
ID Scan Supported
Pre-Registration Supported
Registration Management Supported
Self Check-in Supported
Visitor Tracking Supported
Watch List Supported

Volunteer Management Features

Attendance Management Supported
Calendar Management Supported
Event Management Supported
Group Management Supported
Member Directory Supported
Membership Management Supported
Recognition Management Supported
Registration Management Supported
Scheduling Supported
Self Service Portal Supported
Training Management Supported
Volunteer Profiles Supported

eCommerce Features

Catalog Management Supported
Channel Management Not Supported
CRM Supported
Customer Accounts Supported
Data Security Supported
Email Marketing Supported
Inventory Management Supported
Kitting Not Supported
Loyalty Program Not Supported
Mobile Access Supported
Multi-Store Management Supported
Order Management Supported
Product Configurator Supported
Promotions Management Supported
Returns Management Not Supported
Reviews Management Not Supported
SEO Management Not Supported
Shopping Cart Supported
Templates Not Supported

Ticketing Features

Barcode / Ticket Scanning Supported
Box Office Management Supported
Concessions Management Supported
Customer Database Supported
Event Management Supported
Fundraising Management Supported
General Admission Supported
Kiosk Ticketing Supported
Mobile Ticketing Not Supported
Online Ticketing Supported
Onsite Ticketing Supported
POS Not Supported
Print-at-Home Supported
Reserved Seating Supported
Season Tickets Supported
Ticket Brokering Not Supported
VIP & Discount Tickets Supported

Event Booking Features

Attendee Management Supported
Confirmation/Reminders Supported
Discount/Coupon Management Supported
Event Calendar Supported
Marketing Management Supported
Online Payments Supported
Online Registration Supported
Social Media Promotion Not Supported
Wait List Management Supported
Website Management Not Supported

Registration Features

Activity Registration Supported
Attendance Management Supported
Badge Management Supported
Calendar Management Not Supported
Class Registration Not Supported
Contact Management Not Supported
Event Registration Supported
Form Builder Supported
Group Registration Supported
Marketing Management Supported
Online Registration Supported
Onsite Registration Not Supported
Payment Processing Supported
Refund Automation Not Supported
Self Check-In Not Supported
Surveys & Feedback Not Supported

Integrations

Facebook Supported
Stripe Supported
Authorize.Net Supported
CardConnect Supported
Constant Contact Supported
Google Analytics Not Supported
HubSpot Sales Hub Supported
Mailchimp Supported
QuickBooks Online Supported
Salesforce Not Supported
Schoolbox Not Supported
Square Card Reader Supported
Twilio Supported
WordPress Supported
Xero Not Supported

Integrations

Facebook Supported
Stripe Supported
Authorize.Net Not Supported
CardConnect Not Supported
Constant Contact Not Supported
Google Analytics Supported
HubSpot Sales Hub Not Supported
Mailchimp Not Supported
QuickBooks Online Not Supported
Salesforce Supported
Schoolbox Supported
Square Card Reader Not Supported
Twilio Not Supported
WordPress Not Supported
Xero Supported
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