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EventIntro vs Eventbrite: Beyond Ticketing to Connections
Quick Summary: While Eventbrite excels at ticketing and registration, EventIntro goes beyond attendance to create meaningful connections through AI-powered matching and deep networking tools.
The Fundamental Difference
Eventbrite gets people to your events. EventIntro transforms what happens when they get there.
Eventbrite's Focus
- Event discovery and promotion
- Ticket sales and registration
- Payment processing
- Basic attendee management
EventIntro's Focus
- Meaningful connection creation
- AI-powered attendee matching
- Deep engagement tools
- Year-round community building
Feature Comparison
| Feature | EventIntro | Eventbrite |
|---|---|---|
| Event Registration | ✓ Simple member invitation system | ✓ Advanced ticketing and registration |
| Payment Processing | ✗ Not needed for community events | ✓ Full payment gateway integration |
| AI-Powered Matching | ✓ Advanced attendee matching algorithm | ✗ No matching capabilities |
| Personalized Introductions | ✓ AI-generated custom introductions | ✗ Generic event communications only |
| Smart Group Formation | ✓ Automatic table and breakout assignments | ✗ Manual or random seating only |
| Real-Time Event Tools | ✓ Live regrouping and engagement tracking | ✗ Limited to basic check-in |
| Post-Event Engagement | ✓ Continued conversations and tracking | ✗ Basic follow-up emails only |
| Community Building | ✓ Year-round member engagement | ✗ Event-by-event focus only |
| Analytics & Insights | ✓ Connection quality and engagement metrics | Basic sales and attendance reports |
| Custom Branding | ✓ Fully branded community experience | Limited customization options |
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Professional Conferences
EventIntro
- Matches attendees with complementary expertise
- Creates targeted breakout sessions
- Facilitates meaningful networking breaks
- Tracks relationship building outcomes
Eventbrite
- Handles ticket sales and registration
- Manages multiple ticket types and pricing
- Processes payments and refunds
- Provides basic attendee lists
Corporate Workshops
EventIntro
- Groups employees for optimal collaboration
- Breaks down departmental silos
- Facilitates skill sharing and mentoring
- Private, secure environment
Eventbrite
- Internal registration system
- Basic attendee management
- Check-in capabilities
- No collaboration optimization
Community Meetups
EventIntro
- Creates lasting member relationships
- Matches based on interests and goals
- Builds engaged community over time
- Personalizes every interaction
Eventbrite
- Event promotion and discovery
- RSVP management
- Basic communication tools
- Event-by-event approach
Pricing Comparison
| Aspect | EventIntro | Eventbrite |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Cost | $500/year per community | Free + 3.7% + $1.59 per paid ticket |
| Free Events | ✓ All events included | ✓ Free events are free |
| Transaction Fees | ✓ No transaction fees | 3.7% + $1.59 per paid ticket |
| Setup Complexity | ✓ Simple community setup | Event-by-event setup required |
| Ongoing Value | ✓ Year-round community engagement | Value limited to individual events |
When to Use Each Platform
Choose EventIntro When You Want To:
- Create meaningful connections between attendees
- Build a year-round engaged community
- Optimize networking and collaboration outcomes
- Focus on relationship quality over attendance quantity
- Run internal corporate or private events
- Track engagement and connection success
Choose Eventbrite When You Want To:
- Sell tickets and manage complex pricing
- Handle large-scale public event promotion
- Process payments and manage refunds
- Focus primarily on attendance and revenue
- Run one-off events without ongoing community
The Perfect Combination?
Many event organizers use both platforms strategically:
- Use Eventbrite for: Public event promotion, ticket sales, and initial registration
- Use EventIntro for: Creating meaningful connections and ongoing community engagement
- Result: High attendance + high engagement + lasting relationships
Pro Tip: Start with EventIntro for private community events, then add Eventbrite only if you need public ticketing. Most successful event organizers find EventIntro's engagement features more valuable than ticket sales.
What Users Say
"Eventbrite filled our seats, but EventIntro filled our conversations. The quality of connections at our events has never been higher."
— Rachel Torres, Workshop Facilitator
"We switched from focusing on ticket sales to focusing on relationship building. EventIntro helped us create a thriving community, not just well-attended events."
— David Kim, Community Manager
The Bottom Line
Eventbrite is excellent for event promotion and ticketing. EventIntro is essential for event transformation.
If your goal is to sell tickets and manage registration, Eventbrite is your choice. If your goal is to create meaningful connections and build lasting communities, EventIntro delivers unmatched value.
Migration Strategy
Moving from Eventbrite to EventIntro (or using both) is straightforward:
- Export your attendee data from Eventbrite
- Set up your EventIntro community with our onboarding team
- Import your members and let them complete their profiles
- Run your first AI-matched event and see the difference
- Decide your strategy: EventIntro-only or hybrid approach
Free Consultation: Switching from Eventbrite? Contact us at hello@eventintro.com for a free strategy consultation on maximizing your event ROI.
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