Why TryBooking is a great alternative to TicketSource
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Sell tickets in person with our Tap To Pay app
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Schedule emails to your guests
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Extra revenue via gift certificates
See how TryBooking compares to TicketSource
Our TicketSource alternative makes it easy to manage your events and keep costs down - with flexible features, all-inclusive pricing, and a revolutionary Tap To Pay Box Office app for in-person ticket sales.
Tap To Pay app for in-person ticket sales
Option to pass booking fees to ticket buyers
Schedule email reminders to ticket buyers
VAT included in booking fees
Extra revenue from gift certificates
Integrate with Xero accounting software
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Simple low ticketing fees
We know you don’t like fees - so we work hard to keep ours low. With our simple pay-as-you-go pricing, you’ll only pay when you sell paid tickets.
You can also choose to pass on all TryBooking fees to your patrons, allowing you to sell tickets at no cost.
Running a free event? TryBooking is completely free to use - no fees, no fuss, and full access to all features.
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VAT included in fees.
Fees correct as of 4th April 2025.
Receive event payments directly via Stripe
You can also link your TryBooking account to Stripe, a leading payment provider, and enjoy direct payments to your bank account - all for a simple low ticket fee.
The perfect pair of apps to support your events
Sell tickets at the door with our Box Office App
Take contactless or cash payments in person using your phone - no costly hardware required. Our mobile Box Office app gives you everything you need to sell last minute tickets, merchandise, refreshments, parking and more.
Manage entry with our mobile scanning app
Speed up entry to your shows with our free mobile scanning app - making it easy to check tickets and keep an eye on numbers. Plus, your volunteers can help too with our dedicated Volunteer Mode, letting them scan tickets without seeing sensitive data.
Ticketing features designed for your next event
Spend less time on admin and more time creating great events with our powerful event ticketing features.
Here's why event organisers love TryBooking
From small fundraisers to festivals, thousands of event organisers trust our event ticketing solution. See what they say:
“Greenlands Farm Village have found Trybooking to have excellent customer service and are always happy to help on the other end of the phone. Their systems are really easy to use, and it works well for our customers.”
“We’re delighted with the quality of customer service from TryBooking. We have saved time and money by using this platform to sell tickets for our events – and the team are always on hand with ideas and tips to help events run smoothly.”
“Absolutely great package, easy to use from all angles from creation of an event through to checking in of the tickets. Also, very responsive assistance when needed.”
“Great and accessible solution to event bookings. The staff team are responsive and share their expertise to maximise how businesses can best use the platform for their specific purposes.”
“I came across this site after looking for an alternative to Eventbrite. I am so glad I did! They have been so helpful from the beginning. It was so straightforward and easy to use that I managed to get an event up and running on it in no time at all. With the fees being so much cheaper its a fantastic alternative to Eventbrite. Thanks TryBooking! ”
“My client has a complicated need for a booking system with many tiers of payments, discounts and promotions and everything was possible within the system and all supported by knowledgeable REAL PEOPLE at the end of the phone. Cost effective and efficient, with excellent links to the best payment providers, I couldn't wish for more!”
“TryBooking is a fantastic platform; we use it for all our Alumni events. The fact we can integrate the events into our own website is really useful. The team are really helpful - it's brilliant to be able to speak to someone. We can't fault the customer service.”
“Used TryBooking to advertise 3 public lectures and it did everything we needed it to do and it was so easy to use. Would highly recommend it.”
“Really loving TryBooking. Very easy to use and the support staff have been so attentive and helpful with any questions I have. A total breath of fresh air! Events are easy to set up and integrate into the website. Really impressed.”
“We have been using TryBooking for a number of years for our fundraising events. What I like about using TryBooking is it is easy for our guests to book tickets and choose the menu, including any dietary requirements. As a charity we need to keep the costs down, and TryBooking lets us do that. We are really impressed and would highly recommend.”
“Using TryBooking has been an absolute game-changer for us. The platform provided an efficient and seamless way to sell, leading to even more success on event drop-off days. The user-friendly interface made the entire process incredibly easy. A huge thank you to Joan and the team for their support. I’m looking forward to using TryBooking for all our future events!”
“Really great service. We've used TryBooking for 10 productions over the past few years and they have been excellent every time. And the booking fees are very reasonable too. Highly recommend!!!”
“We've just started using TryBooking and I was really impressed with the way the service works. We've already had great feedback from our parents and staff, so it made choosing a ticketing service for my own project easy.”
“I absolutely love it and it is a breath of fresh air to use something that works straight off the bat and is simple to use and does exactly what you need it to!”
“We would like to thank TryBooking for making life so simple for us. We really struggled to find a way to ticket our events and similar companies didn't hit the mark. TryBooking is instrumental in helping increase our event participants.”
Championing Great British events since 2014
Whatever your event, TryBooking gives you the tools to make it a success.
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- Totally free for free events
- VAT included in our fees
- Schedule emails to your guests
- Sell tickets in person with Tap To Pay
- Award-winning customer support
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use TryBooking for free?
TryBooking is completely free for free events - there are no hidden charges, and you still get access to all our features.
For paid events, we only charge a small fee when you sell tickets. You can choose to pass this fee on to your ticket purchasers, letting you use TryBooking at no cost to you.
How much does it cost to use TryBooking?
We give you the choice whether to take payments through our payment gateway, or link to your Stripe account. We charge different fees depending on what option you choose.
Payments processed by TryBooking
- 5% processing fee (charged to the event organiser by default)
- 15p ticket fee (charged to the ticket purchaser by default)
As an Event Organiser, you have total control over who pays which fees - so you can choose whether to pass them on to your ticket purchaser, or absorb them fully.
Payments processed by Stripe
- 75p ticket fee
- Stripe fees: currently 1.5% + 20p (as of 26th March 2025)
As an Event Organiser, you can choose whether to absorb the ticket fee or pass it on to your ticket purchasers. You can't pass the Stripe fees on.
Do I need to pay anything upfront?
No, there are no upfront costs - just bring your event idea, and you're ready to go!
What type of events can I use TryBooking for?
TryBooking is designed to support a wide range of events - big or small, free or paid. You can use our event ticketing platform to sell tickets online for any event, whether that’s a theatrical performance, school play, charity fundraiser or another great event idea.
Can I sell tickets in person for my event?
Yes, our Tap To Pay Box Office app makes it easy to take payments for and issue tickets in person. You can accept payments via cash or contactless card payment, without requiring any additional hardware.
Does TryBooking offer support?
Yes, we offer award winning UK based support via phone, email and live chat.
You can also access online support from our Learning Centre, which has step-by-step guides on using all our features and tutorials for the most common event setups.
Can I customise my event pages and emails?
Yes, you have full control over the design of your event homepage - add images, videos and even animated backgrounds! Our calendar feature also makes it easy for your patrons to see all available session dates.
You can also send personalised emails before, during and after your event using our Email Buyers feature. This is available to all event organisers at no extra cost.
How do I get paid for tickets sold?
Once you start selling tickets, funds (minus any fees you’ve chosen to cover as the event organiser) will be added to your TryBooking account balance.
To withdraw funds, simply add a UK bank account. We’ll send a small verification amount before you can request a transfer.
If your account is linked to Stripe, ticket sales (minus Stripe’s fees and any TryBooking fees you’ve chosen to cover) will be deposited directly into your Stripe account.
Do you offer discounted pricing for non-profits?
We believe running events should be affordable for everyone. That’s why we keep our fees low for all event organisers, including charities, PTAs, and other non profits.
To help maximise your fundraising, you can choose to pass our low processing fees on to ticket buyers - allowing your non profit to use TryBooking at no cost.
Do I need a payment processor to use TryBooking?
No, you don’t need a third party payment processor to take payments through TryBooking. Our standard fees are fully inclusive of all payment processing.
If you wish to receive payments directly to your bank account, you can connect your TryBooking account to Stripe to receive payments directly into your Stripe account. When using Stripe, we charge a flat 75p ticket fee.
Can I link to my Stripe account?
Yes, you can connect your TryBooking account to Stripe to receive payments directly into your Stripe account. When using Stripe, we charge a flat 75p ticket fee.
More details can be found on our dedicated page: Payments using Stripe
How secure is the site?
TryBooking is fully compliant with industry-leading security protocols to protect your data.
All stored data is encrypted using industry-standard encryption algorithms, and we are fully PCI-compliant for payment security. We never store full credit card details - only the last four digits are retained for reference.
To safeguard your information, we implement multiple layers of security, including multi-factor authentication, secure website connections on all pages, and firewalls to prevent unauthorised access. All data is securely hosted in the UK.