An honest, organizer-first comparison on pricing, payouts, and the features you actually need.
Quick verdict
Choose Tito if you need its specific ecosystem and you're OK with higher fees. Choose SwarmTix if you want lower fees, instant payouts via Stripe Connect, and a platform built for tech events.
Want a detailed breakdown? Scroll for head-to-head features and a cost example.
Pick the platform that matches your event type, budget, and payout needs.
Best for: Developer conferences and technical events with API needs
Best for: tech events that want low fees + instant payouts
Best for: general events with standard needs
If you're deciding between these two, this is the quickest way to see the differences.
| Feature | Tito | SwarmTix |
|---|---|---|
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Pricing
Per paid ticket
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2% + $0.75 per paid ticket
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$0.99 + 1.5%
Free events are always free
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Free events
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Yes
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Yes
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Instant payouts
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No
Within 7 days
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Yes
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Fee cap
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Yes
Max $9.95 per ticket
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No
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API access
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Yes
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Yes
Full REST API
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Zoom integration
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No
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Yes
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Reserved seating
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No
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Yes
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Multi-track schedule
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Yes
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Yes
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Discount codes
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Yes
|
Yes
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Custom registration fields
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Yes
|
Yes
|
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Webhook support
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Yes
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Yes
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A simple way to decide in under 60 seconds.
Create an event, set up tickets in minutes, and start selling with low fees and instant payouts.