Fixr vs DICE
Fees Compared
A side-by-side fee comparison of Fixr (3% + 30p per ticket (min 50p)) and DICE (~10% absorbed by organiser (fans pay face value)). See exactly what fans pay at every price point.
Fee Comparison: Fixr vs DICE
Fixr charges 3% + 30p per ticket (min 50p). DICE charges ~10% absorbed by organiser (fans pay face value). Here is how they compare at standard UK ticket prices:
| Ticket Price | Fixr Fee | Fan Pays | DICE Fee | Fan Pays |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| £10 | £0.60 | £10.60 | £1.00 | £11.00 |
| £25 | £1.05 | £26.05 | £2.50 | £27.50 |
| £50 | £1.80 | £51.80 | £5.00 | £55.00 |
| £100 | £3.30 | £103.30 | £10.00 | £110.00 |
| tickts | £0 | Face value | £0 | Face value |
How the Fees Add Up
For a typical event selling 500 tickets at £25, Fixr fees would total £525.00, while DICE fees would come to £1,250.00. That is money either coming out of your pocket or being added to what fans pay.
With tickts, the same 500 tickets would cost your fans exactly £12,500 -- no booking fees at all.
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Fixr | DICE |
|---|---|---|
| Booking Fees | 3% + 30p per ticket (min 50p) | ~10% absorbed by organiser (fans pay face value) |
| Fee Model | Percentage + fixed (minimum applies) | Absorbed by organiser |
| Free Events | Yes, free to list | Yes, free to list |
| Best For | Student nights and club events | Music venues wanting a tout-free experience |
Fixr: Pros and Cons
Pros
- Lower base fees (3% + 30p)
- Excellent rep/ambassador system
- Strong student market presence
- Good discovery through the Fixr app
Cons
- 50p minimum fee per ticket
- Platform design oriented towards nightlife
- Less suited to conferences or seated events
- Limited box office tools
DICE: Pros and Cons
Pros
- Fans pay face value - no visible booking fee
- Strong anti-tout measures with mobile tickets
- Good discovery for music events
- Clean, app-first experience
Cons
- ~10% fee absorbed by organiser reduces revenue
- Less suitable for non-music events
- Invite-only for some organisers
- Limited customisation and data access
The Verdict
When it comes to fees alone, Fixr is the clear winner, costing less at every standard price point. DICE offers better features in some areas, but the fee difference adds up quickly over hundreds or thousands of ticket sales.
That said, both platforms still charge fees that your fans have to pay. If you want to eliminate booking fees entirely, tickts charges zero fees -- the price you set is the price fans pay. For UK venues looking to maximise revenue, check out UK Venue Guide for more resources.
Fixr vs DICE FAQ
Fixr is cheaper at most price points. For example, on a £25 ticket, Fixr charges £1.05 while DICE charges £2.50. However, both still add fees. tickts charges zero booking fees.
Fixr charges £1.05 on a £25 ticket (fan pays £26.05). DICE charges £2.50 (fan pays £27.50).
Some platforms let you absorb fees so fans do not see them separately, but you still pay. The only way to truly eliminate booking fees is to use a zero-fee platform like tickts, where the ticket price is the final price.
On a £100 ticket, Fixr charges £3.30 and DICE charges £10.00. At higher price points, percentage-based fees become increasingly significant.
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Why Pay Any Fees?
Both Fixr and DICE charge booking fees. tickts charges nothing -- zero booking fees, zero commission, direct Stripe payments to your account.
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