Eventbrite alternatives
Eventbrite users often seek alternatives due to issues with refunds, customer support, and app glitches. Alternatives like Ticketmaster and StubHub cater to specific event types, while OpenTable focuses on restaurant reservations, and Nextdoor connects local communities.
Why users look for alternatives to Eventbrite
- Users frequently report issues with receiving refunds for cancelled events or fake tickets, with some stating they never got their money back and customer service being unhelpful or automated.R1R7R13R16
- The app is often described as glitchy, with problems like events not displaying correctly, saved events disappearing, or duplicates appearing.R3R10R48
- Some users find the app difficult to use, citing issues with security tests, slow loading times, inability to update profiles, or problems filling in personal details.R4R15R24R30
- Event discovery can be a problem, with users noting that the app doesn't always show local events or events they are interested in, and search functions can be limited.R6R9R44
- Accessibility is a concern for some, with one user mentioning difficulties navigating the app with a screen reader.R12
The alternatives
OpenTable provides an easy way to make restaurant reservations and offers recommendations R55R58R60. Users appreciate the convenience of planning ahead and avoiding wait times R60. The app also allows users to collect rewards for dining and get notified when tables open up .
Better for: OpenTable is better for users who primarily need to book restaurant reservations and want to earn rewards for dining out R55R60. It suits those who value convenience and reliable booking for dining experiences R58.
Head-to-head: Eventbrite vs OpenTableTicketmaster is praised for being a reliable platform to secure tickets for various events, with users reporting smooth purchase experiences R72R74R76. Some users prefer it over other resale platforms for direct purchases R69.
Better for: Ticketmaster is better for users who want to buy tickets directly for major concerts, sports, and other large-scale events, especially those who prioritize a straightforward purchase process R69R72R76. It's suitable for those who want to avoid the secondary market for initial ticket buys.
Head-to-head: Eventbrite vs Ticketmaster-BuyTemu allows users to purchase a wide variety of items, with some describing it as a place where you can "buy everything" R80. However, many users find the app experience frustrating due to excessive games, spinning wheels, and prompts that hinder direct shopping R79. There are also reports of issues with minimum purchase requirements and misleading "free gift" promotions R81R82.
Better for: Temu is for shoppers looking for a broad range of products at potentially low prices R80. It might suit those who don't mind navigating frequent promotional games and prompts to access deals R79.
Head-to-head: Eventbrite vs TemuNextdoor serves as a community platform for neighbors to connect, share information, and communicate about local needs and observations R94. It can be helpful for finding lost pets, organizing fundraisers, or discussing local issues .
Better for: Nextdoor is better for individuals who want to engage with their immediate local community, share information, and seek or offer help within their neighborhood R94. It's suitable for those interested in hyper-local news and connections.
Head-to-head: Eventbrite vs NextdoorStubHub is a platform for buying and selling event tickets, often offering deals on seats R108. Users appreciate its ease of use and reliability for securing tickets . It can be a good option for last-minute concert tickets .
Better for: StubHub is better for users looking for resale tickets, often for concerts or sporting events, and those seeking last-minute deals R108. It suits individuals who are comfortable with a secondary market for tickets.
Head-to-head: Eventbrite vs StubHubYou should stick with Eventbrite if you are primarily looking for a wide variety of local events, especially free ones, and find the app easy to navigate for event discovery R2.
Evidence note: No alternative had too-thin evidence.
Frequently asked
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What reviewers actually said
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- [R1] Eventbrite They wont refund you: I bought tickets to a Max B and French Montana concert, it got cancelled. The concert was supposed to be on June 26th. Its now July 9th and i still haven’t gotten my refund. I will never buy tickets to anything through Eventbrite ever again
- [R7] Eventbrite Zero customer support: An event in April of 2026 was canceled by an artist which promptly followed by the usual refunds will be returned by point of sale; I never got my money back. I reached out over twenty times through their app and all I’ve gotten were automated responses of we’ll look into it. I ask to speak to a human, it promptly says it’s all automated or there is no body. It’s become AI g
- [R13] Eventbrite SCAM!!: Beware! Scammers selling non-refundable tickets on the platform and deny entry! Eventbright is facilitating these scams, they tell you to go after the scammers to try and get a refund, they don’t help you! Ridiculous!! Useless!! Never buying tickets there again!
- [R16] Eventbrite One of the worst experiences: I just bought tickets 5 days ago for a show and now Eventbrite is telling me I don’t have tickets despite a bank charge and an email telling me to claim my tickets. Just bought a second batch of tickets for this show I really want to go to and plan on disputing this second more expensive round of tickets to my credit card because Eventbrite thinks its smart to have an
- [R3] Eventbrite Useful/Glitchy: Been using this app for years now and it’s been pretty useful and convenient but, this app has been pretty glitchy for quite awhile now! I can’t see the events that I want to see on one of the organizers page! So for me to look for that specific event, I have to search for it! Also sometimes whenever I go to my history of the past events I’ve been to, it won’t show up! Issues like
- [R10] Eventbrite Frustrating: Any event I saved is not showing up on my iPhone but the ones showing up on my Chromebook gives me duplicates on certain events and are not in chronological order.
- [R48] Eventbrite It’s great and it sucks: The options are there but the tech is discounted. The app freezes and when I attempt to heart an event so that I can comeback to it….that depends on the mood of the app some days are great and others are frustrating. Also adding a live chat would be a crucial game changer.
- [R4] Eventbrite High level incompetence.: Have you ever done a study of how much business you LOSE because of your incompetent security system? Because I’ve lost count of how many times I just close out your website without doing ANYTHING simply because I get put through three…. count them, THREE different “are you human” tests, the last of which is a matching game that LITERALLY never ends. You should be bette
- [R15] Eventbrite Personal details: Took a lot of time to complete order as had to put details for all tickets
- [R24] Eventbrite Unable to update profile: Unable to update email and lost previous tickets for shows due to the inability to update
- [R30] Eventbrite Lame.: Why did it take 7 tries. Gimme a break.
- [R6] Eventbrite Don’t take it PERSONAL!: Based on my personal algorithm I am surprised that Eventbrite doesn’t/hasn’t shown me more of what I’m interested in👎🏼
- [R9] Eventbrite Does not list local events: Events listed ate not local, can only search for London not just Ealing. Even ones I follow do not show up first.
- [R44] Eventbrite Location: I hate that it’s so hard to find things on event brite that you know are happening! Like it only lets me look in the area my profile is set for nothing in the surround areas!
- [R12] Eventbrite Screen reader access: As a partially blind and partially deaf person, that uses VoiceOver, the integrated Apple screen reader on all iPhones, to navigate online content, I do find Eventbrite quite unwieldy and often miss things and then have to go back and fill in details later. This is also complicated and quite frustrating!
- [R55] OpenTable Handy: Easy reservations & great recommendations
- [R56] OpenTable Difficult to Redeem Rewards: Works well to make reservations but rewards are impossible to redeem
- [R58] OpenTable Saves Time: Super easy to navigate and saves time. Love the gentle reminders too!
- [R60] OpenTable Convenient for dining: Whether it’s local or traveling this app makes it so easy to plan a head. Never have to arrive at a restaurant and be told 20 minute wait or longer.
- [R69] Ticketmaster-Buy For Sure Tickets: Stub hub got me one time never again I only shop Ticketmaster!
- [R72] Ticketmaster-Buy 5 Stars: Thus far, you have not let me down. Any ticket chosen was bought with no problems. Keep it up.
- [R74] Ticketmaster-Buy Quick and easy: Love the options !!
- [R76] Ticketmaster-Buy Easy: Easy straight forward no hiding fees.
- [R79] Temu Keep it simple please!: I want to shop from temu but they want me to play casino games as soon as I launch their app. Then I turn off the app.
- [R80] Temu Shop like a billionaire: Man, you can buy everything off of Temu
- [R81] Temu I like it but there is an issue: I really do enjoy this app, but I don’t want to have to spend $20 minimum to buy things. Like I have what I want to checkout and it won’t allow me. It really sucks and I don’t use the app anymore because of this.
- [R82] Temu Free gift not true: I try the free gift and invited a lot of people but still not enough.. it says that the energy is not enough. So how Many people should you invite.🤦♀️
- [R93] Nextdoor Do better: It’s ridiculous how whoever in charged pick and choose what post to removed. It’s becoming worst than TikTok
- [R94] Nextdoor Great Information: This has been so helpful to me!
- [R95] Nextdoor Value: Rarely anything of value on this app
- [R96] Nextdoor PROBLEMS: - won't let you delete a business page - automatically sells sensitive data which you have to manually turn off if you don't want them to do - doesn't let you pick profile/background photos from an album and makes you scroll all the way through
- [R107] StubHub Got scammed: I got scammed on this platform 7/9/2026. StubHub is letting people resell tickets they don’t have. We got scammed, came to a play and it turns out we don’t have tickets that were “ON THE WAY” we got refunded for tickets. But our Ubers and time got wasted and not refunded.
- [R108] StubHub Email me discount for my review now: I love Stubhub. I’ve made so many purchases through them. The best deals on seats hands down.
- [R109] StubHub Jim: I tried to cancel a parking pass to the Dodger game due to an unfortunate situation for 6/7/26 on 6/5/26. I paid $65 for a premium spot. I found it impossible to get a refund through your system. I realize stub hub is a legitimate company and hopefully consider remuneration. Please look up the card I gave based on the parking location and contact me to resolve a refund .
- [R110] StubHub Scam Hub: We bought Netherlands vs Japan tickets last year. Hours before the event we were told the tickets do not exist. Do not give this company your money!
- [R34] Eventbrite Scam!!! They will not let you cancel your purchase.: They claim you can cancel 7 days before event. I purchased a ticket and then requested a cancellation over a month plus before the event and Eventbrite said no refunds. Unless the event has been rescheduled or delayed they will not refund your money. Avoid using Eventbrite at all costs. Go with a better ticket seller/app.
- [R2] Eventbrite Rocking with the best: This app is one of the best you can download, gives you updates on what events are happening around you, the best part most of them are free! So when you feel like you’re stuck at home cuz you have no money to go out, bring up the app and check out the things you can do for free! I’ve been using this app for years and I am so glad that I came upon it! Thank you eventbrite
- [R21] Eventbrite Repeated information: Relatively east y but keeps asking for same information. Good variety of event some are free.
- [R43] Eventbrite Birthday: Got free Birthday Tickets
- [R22] Eventbrite Fake Tickets Sold Event Brite: I purchased Chris Brown and Usher tickets for my brothers birthday and when we got to the venue that’s when I realized my tickets were fake. I would highly advise everyone to stop using Event Brite. From what I’ve heard they refuse to give refunds and they’re is no way to verify the seller is legit!!! The guy doing security said all the fake tickets he saw was from E
- [R28] Eventbrite Ticket: Why do you allow World Cup match tickets to be created within your app? I lost $200 because of your app. Who is going to reimburse me?
Synthesized from 120 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store