See how run.events delivers comprehensive event management capabilities at a fraction of the cost of piecing together multiple specialized tools.
See how run.events delivers comprehensive event management capabilities at a fraction of the cost of piecing together multiple specialized tools.
Most organizations don't realize how much they're spending on disconnected event technologies until they see the comprehensive picture:
See how run.events provides an all-in-one solution that replaces at least six different tools event organizers typically use
Solution | Market Average & Benchmark Costs | Cost for 2 Events (1.000 attendees each) | run.events for 2 events (1.000 attendees each) |
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Ticketing Software | Many ticketing software providers apply a fee structure that typically includes a fixed charge of 1€ per ticket, in addition to a variable fee of 2% of the ticket price. | 1€ x 2 x 1.000 = 2.000€ | Included |
Sponsor Management | Most lead retrieval systems on the market range from 3.000€ to 5.000€ annually. (e.g. Touchstone’s core package is priced at 4.000€ per year) | 4.000€ | Included |
Content & Agenda Management | The average price for event-based lead retrieval tools is around 450€ per event. For example, Sessionize charges approximately $499 USD per event, making it a cost-effective option for single-use or smaller-scale gatherings. | 2 x 450€ = 900€ | Included |
Mobile App | Annual costs for comprehensive event apps average around 4.000€. For instance, Whova’s mobile app is priced at approximately $5.999 for a 2-day event with up to 2.000 attendees, highlighting how pricing can scale significantly based on event size and duration. | 4.000€ | Included |
Surveys and Forms | Average annual costs per event are around 1.200 €. For example, QuestionPro offers a subscription starting at 99 US$ per month. | 2 x 1.200€ = 2.400€ | Included |
Email Marketing | Average annual costs per event are approximately 660 €. For example, MailChimp offers plans starting at 55 €/month. | 2 x 660€ = 1.320€ | Included |
Influencer Marketing Tool | Average costs per month are around 100€ for smaller events. For example, Influencer Marketing Tools by Impact start around 30€/month, but for robust influencer tools, expect 500€–1.500€/month depending on scale and features. | 1.200€ | Included |
Badge Printing, Check-in & Registration | Average market price is around 5.000 €. For example, Eventdex charges between 4.000 US$ and 12.000 US$ depending on the plan. | 5.000€ | Included |
CRM, Tracking & Analytics | Average market price is around 50€ per month. For example, a mid-sized business utilizing the Zoho Professional plan would incur an annual cost of approx. 600€ for two users. | 600€ | Included |
TOTAL ANNUAL COST | 21.420,00€ | 13.499,77€ |
Beyond direct cost savings, our clients report significant operational efficiency improvements and enhanced attendee experiences. The true ROI extends far beyond license fees alone.
run.events provides a comprehensive solution that eliminates the need for multiple specialized tools:
Replace your fragmented tech stack with a single, integrated solution that handles everything from registration to post-event analytics.
No more per-ticket fees or unpredictable costs. Our transparent pricing model grows with your business without unexpected expenses.
99.99% uptime reliability compared to industry average of 97.3%, ensuring your events run smoothly even at scale.
Unlimited integration possibilities with your existing tech stack and custom workflows through our developer-friendly API.
Organizations that have made the switch to run.events share their experiences:
For the first time, we have found an application that can manage speakers, agenda publishing, sponsors, invoicing, and attendee registration, all in one.
Maarten Eekels
Board Member, DIWUG
Netherlands
With run.events, we can easily manage our speakers, sponsors, and attendees, customize registration pages, and communicate seamlessly using the app.
Thomas Vochten
President of BIWUG and CollabDays
Belgium
Managing event content has never been easier. run.events supports calls for content, agenda building, and speaker communication — all streamlined in one platform.
Mustafa Toroman
Content Owner, European Cloud & AI Summit
Exhibition Management
Get answers to frequently asked questions about pricing and ROI:
Unlike traditional ticketing platforms that charge per-ticket fees (typically $1-3 per ticket plus a percentage of sales), run.events offers transparent, predictable pricing based on your total annual attendee volume. This eliminates unexpected costs and actually becomes more cost-effective as your events scale.
Absolutely. Our comprehensive feature set is designed to replace numerous point solutions. Even clients with complex requirements typically see 30-60% cost reduction when factoring in both direct subscription savings and the operational efficiency gains from using an integrated platform.
No. We've built run.events by analyzing the best features across specialized tools and incorporating them into our platform. Many clients report that our unified solution actually provides more powerful capabilities than their previous multi-tool approach, particularly in areas of data integration and analytics.
We provide a free ROI calculation that factors in your current technology costs, event volume, and operational expenses. During your consultation, our specialists will work with you to develop a comprehensive ROI projection specific to your organization's needs and goals.
Schedule a consultation with our specialists to discover your potential cost savings and ROI with run.events.
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