Humanitix vs Outsavvy
Fees Compared
A side-by-side fee comparison of Humanitix (2% + 30p per ticket (profits fund children's charities)) and Outsavvy (3% + 29p per ticket). See exactly what fans pay at every price point.
Fee Comparison: Humanitix vs Outsavvy
Humanitix charges 2% + 30p per ticket (profits fund children's charities). Outsavvy charges 3% + 29p per ticket. Here is how they compare at standard UK ticket prices:
| Ticket Price | Humanitix Fee | Fan Pays | Outsavvy Fee | Fan Pays |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| £10 | £0.50 | £10.50 | £0.59 | £10.59 |
| £25 | £0.80 | £25.80 | £1.04 | £26.04 |
| £50 | £1.30 | £51.30 | £1.79 | £51.79 |
| £100 | £2.30 | £102.30 | £3.29 | £103.29 |
| tickts | £0 | Face value | £0 | Face value |
How the Fees Add Up
For a typical event selling 500 tickets at £25, Humanitix fees would total £400.00, while Outsavvy fees would come to £520.00. 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 | Humanitix | Outsavvy |
|---|---|---|
| Booking Fees | 2% + 30p per ticket (profits fund children's charities) | 3% + 29p per ticket |
| Fee Model | Percentage + fixed | Percentage + fixed |
| Free Events | Yes, free to list | Yes, free to list |
| Best For | Socially-conscious organisers and community events | Independent organisers and community events |
Humanitix: Pros and Cons
Pros
- Fees fund children's charities
- Low 2% + 30p rate
- Feel-good factor for fans
- Good feature set for the price
Cons
- Less marketplace discovery than bigger platforms
- Smaller UK presence than competitors
- Limited nightlife/club features
- Brand less recognised among UK fans
Outsavvy: Pros and Cons
Pros
- Low 3% + 29p fee rate
- Good for community and independent events
- Simple, clean interface
- Supports recurring events well
Cons
- Smaller platform with limited discovery
- Fewer marketing tools
- Less suited to large-scale events
- Limited integrations
The Verdict
When it comes to fees alone, Humanitix is the clear winner, costing less at every standard price point. Outsavvy 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.
Humanitix vs Outsavvy FAQ
Humanitix is cheaper at most price points. For example, on a £25 ticket, Humanitix charges £0.80 while Outsavvy charges £1.04. However, both still add fees. tickts charges zero booking fees.
Humanitix charges £0.80 on a £25 ticket (fan pays £25.80). Outsavvy charges £1.04 (fan pays £26.04).
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, Humanitix charges £2.30 and Outsavvy charges £3.29. At higher price points, percentage-based fees become increasingly significant.
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Why Pay Any Fees?
Both Humanitix and Outsavvy charge booking fees. tickts charges nothing -- zero booking fees, zero commission, direct Stripe payments to your account.
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