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Popup Pal vs Humanitix
See how much you could save by switching from Humanitix to Popup Pal. Lower fees, more features, better value.
Fee comparison
Compare the total cost of selling tickets on Popup Pal vs Humanitix.
Popup Pal
Fee structure
3.5% + Stripe fees
Just 3.5% + Stripe fees
Fee on a £10 ticket
£0.35
+ 1.5% + £0.20 per ticket (Stripe)
Humanitix
Fee structure
2.1% + £0.99 per ticket (100% of profits to charity)
On a £10,000 event (500 tickets at £20)
With Popup Pal
£700
With Humanitix
£1200
You save
£500
Standard ticketing — included
Everything you need to sell tickets, included.
Standard ticketing is on every account from day one. Optional Pro add-ons handle specialised tools for stallholders and large-fair organisers.
QR ticket scanning
Check in guests with your phone. Works offline. Catches duplicates automatically.
Real-time analytics
See sales as they happen. Know which marketing channels actually work.
Direct messaging
Send updates to your attendees. No middleman. No extra cost.
Follower system
Build an audience. Fans follow you and get notified of new events.
Website embed
Sell tickets on your own site with our widget. Customers never leave.
Automated emails
Confirmations, reminders, follow-ups. All handled. All branded.
What you should know about Humanitix
Social enterprise ticketing platform that donates 100% of booking fee profits to charity, with completely free tickets for free events.
Humanitix pros
- 100% of profits go to charity
- Completely free for free tickets
- Socially conscious business model
- Good fee structure at 2.1% + £0.99
Humanitix cons
- Limited advanced features
- Smaller marketplace for event discovery
- Newer platform with less brand recognition
- Focus on social impact may limit commercial features
Best for
Charity events, non-profits, and organisers who want their ticketing fees to support social causes
Frequently asked questions
Is Popup Pal really cheaper than Humanitix?
Yes. Popup Pal charges just 3.5% platform fee plus Stripe's payment processing (1.5% + £0.20). Many competitors charge higher percentages plus additional per-ticket fees. On a £10,000 event, you could save hundreds of pounds.
Can I migrate my events from Humanitix?
Absolutely. Setting up on Popup Pal takes just minutes. Create your event, set your ticket types, and start selling. Your attendees will love the smooth checkout experience.
Are there any hidden fees?
No hidden fees on standard ticketing. You pay 3.5% platform fee plus Stripe's standard processing fee (1.5% + £0.20 per ticket). That's it for selling tickets. The optional Pro add-ons (Stallholder Pro £15/mo, Organiser Pro £25/mo) are completely separate — you only pay if you want the Pro features.
How fast are payouts?
Payouts are handled directly through Stripe, so you get your money fast. Typically within 2-7 business days depending on your Stripe account settings. We don't hold your revenue.
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