CrowdPassvsEventzilla

CrowdPass vs Eventzilla

The NFC-Powered Upgrade from Eventzilla

Eventzilla is a free event registration and ticketing platform that also offers basic badge printing and check-in. It's popular for its simplicity and free tier for free events. However, Eventzilla lacks NFC technology, lead retrieval, photo booths, and the advanced on-site capabilities CrowdPass provides.

Choose CrowdPass if you need

  • You need NFC wristbands, NFC badges, or multi-zone access control
  • Lead retrieval for exhibitors is part of your trade show or conference
  • Photo booths, SMS messaging, and advanced attendee engagement tools matter

Choose Eventzilla if you need

  • You run free community events and need the simplest, cheapest registration possible
  • Basic badge printing and QR check-in are sufficient for your needs

Bottom Line

Eventzilla is an affordable registration and ticketing tool with basic badges. CrowdPass is the comprehensive event platform for organizers who need NFC technology, lead retrieval, and advanced on-site engagement.

Feature comparison

FeatureCrowdPassEventzilla
Online Registration
Custom Event Pages
Event Ticketing
On-Site Badge Printing
NFC Wristbands & Badges
QR Code Check-In
Multi-Zone Access Control
Lead Retrieval
Real-Time Analytics
Mobile App
White Label / Custom Branding
SMS Messaging
Email Marketing
Zapier Integration
Photo Booths
Speaker Management
Waivers & Surveys
Attendee Tracking
API Access
Offline Mode

Pricing comparison

CrowdPass

From $4/attendee with per-event and subscription plans

Eventzilla

Free for free events; 1.9% + $0 per ticket on paid events; Pro plan from $1.50/registration for badge printing and premium features

Eventzilla is cheaper for simple registration. CrowdPass costs more but includes NFC technology, lead retrieval, and advanced on-site features Eventzilla doesn't offer.

Where CrowdPass wins

NFC Wristband & Badge Technology

CrowdPass provides NFC wristbands and badges for access control, cashless payments, and lead capture. Eventzilla badges are standard QR-based.

Lead Retrieval for Exhibitors

CrowdPass includes NFC tap-to-capture lead retrieval. Eventzilla has no lead retrieval tools for trade shows or expos.

Advanced Attendee Engagement

CrowdPass offers photo booths, SMS messaging, and real-time attendee tracking. Eventzilla focuses on registration and basic check-in.

Where Eventzilla wins

Free Tier for Free Events

Eventzilla is completely free for free events, making it ideal for community meetups, nonprofits, and organizations with no budget for event technology.

Simple Setup

Eventzilla's registration and badge printing setup is straightforward — you can be live in minutes without any hardware configuration.

Switching from Eventzilla

Migrating is easier than you think. Here's how.

1

Export Attendee Data

Download all registration and attendee data from Eventzilla as CSV for import into CrowdPass.

2

Upgrade Your Badge Experience

Design NFC-enabled badges in CrowdPass and configure lead retrieval, access control, and attendee tracking.

3

Set Up On-Site Hardware

Deploy NFC readers, badge printers, and kiosks. CrowdPass provides hardware and on-site training.

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