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Event Schedule vs OPENPASS

Both stand on event management software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.

Event Schedule

Free plan Open source APISelf-hostedWeb

Event Schedule covers event registration alongside ticketing, appointments, and newsletters, with free and paid plans. The free plan has small team and newsletter allowances; self-hosting is another option.

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OPENPASS

Free plan Open source APISelf-hostedWeb

OPENPASS covers event discovery through feedback, with tools for registration, ticketing, and check-in. It offers a free, self-hosted option, while several capabilities, including federation and waitlists, remain on its roadmap.

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The facts

Event ScheduleOPENPASS
Free planYesYes
Open sourceYesYes
Runs onAPI, Self-hosted, WebAPI, Self-hosted, Web
Lowest paid planPro: $5 a monthFree or on request
Plans published42
MakerNot publishedNot published
Websiteeventschedule.comgithub.com
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Event Schedule: what it does well

  • Free plan includes unlimited events and schedules
  • Company says it charges no platform fee
  • Supports calendar sync and multiple payment options
  • Open source and available for self-hosting
  • Pro includes REST API and webhooks

What to know first

  • Free plan allows one team member
  • Free plan includes one free appointment type
  • Free plan includes 10 newsletter emails per month
  • Pro and Enterprise follow a 7-day trial

OPENPASS: what it does well

  • Free and open source, with self-hosting available
  • List-only or full event lifecycle modes
  • Offline check-in scanner prevents duplicate scans
  • Dashboard tracks registrations, check-ins, and capacity
  • Free events need no payment configuration

What to know first

  • Attendee login is not available
  • Federation and waitlists are planned, not listed as available
  • Multilingual support and fine-grained role permissions are planned

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