cowtic vs. Eventfrog
Eventfrog is widely used in Switzerland — especially for smaller events. When your event grows or you need more professional tools, it's worth a closer look.
Last updated: July 4, 2026
Eventfrog is strong for small events on the free tier. cowtic is the better choice when you need professional features like tracking, sponsor branding, check-in, and internal tickets — all included, with fast setup.
At a glance
| Criteria | cowtic | Eventfrog |
|---|---|---|
| Target audience | Festivals, clubs, open airs from ~1,000 visitors | Small events, beginners, free tier |
| Setup | Self-service in minutes, branded ticket shop immediately | Established and familiar, some platform overhead |
| Event page | Branded ticket shop with cover image, details, and checkout included | Event page available, branding sometimes limited |
| Marketing tracking | Meta Pixel, GA4, GTM included | Tracking sometimes paid or limited |
| Sponsor branding | Logos on event page and ticket PDF included | Limited on free tier |
| Check-in | QR check-in with offline cache included | Entry app available |
| Internal tickets | VIP, press, staff, sponsors, guests included | Limited depending on plan |
| Payments | Swiss payments via zahls.ch | Through Eventfrog ecosystem |
| Pricing model | Software free, payment fees via zahls.ch | Free tier for qualifying events, paid upgrades |
As of July 2026. Eventfrog features and pricing may change — check the provider's website for current details.
Where cowtic and Eventfrog differ
More than a feature list — how the differences play out in practice.
Setup & event page
cowtic
Create an event, set up ticket types, share the link — your branded ticket shop is live when you publish. No separate website project needed.
Eventfrog
Eventfrog is established and familiar for many organizers. Setup works well for simple events but can require more manual steps as requirements grow.
Marketing & tracking
cowtic
Meta Pixel, Google Analytics, and Google Tag Manager are included — see which channels and promoters sell tickets.
Eventfrog
Tracking features on Eventfrog are sometimes paid or in higher plans — relevant if you seriously measure paid social or promoter campaigns.
Sponsor branding
cowtic
Sponsor logos appear on the event page and ticket PDF — important for festivals and club events with partners.
Eventfrog
Sponsor branding is often limited on the free tier — a common reason to switch as events grow.
Check-in on event day
cowtic
QR check-in with mobile app, offline cache, and sync — even with unstable internet at the venue.
Eventfrog
Eventfrog offers an entry app for the door — functional, but not always with the same offline focus.
Pricing & total cost
cowtic
cowtic is free as software. Payment fees run through zahls.ch — with no separate cowtic platform commission.
Eventfrog
The free tier is attractive for small events. Once you need professional features or ticket prices increase, upgrade costs can become relevant.
Who is each platform best for?
cowtic is best for …
- Festivals, open airs, and club events from ~1,000 visitors
- Organizers who need tracking, sponsor branding, or check-in
- Teams that want to be selling quickly — without feature paywalls
- Events that have outgrown Eventfrog's free tier
Eventfrog is best for …
- Small events that fit the free tier
- Organizers with no need for tracking, sponsor branding, or internal tickets
- Teams happy with their existing Eventfrog experience
Start your next event on cowtic
You don't have to migrate immediately. Many organizers try cowtic with a new event and compare setup, sales, and check-in directly on event day.
Frequently asked questions about Eventfrog & cowtic
Ready to try cowtic?
Create your event in minutes and compare the workflow directly — professional Swiss ticketing, easy to set up.