What are you organizing?
An invite for a particular event
Partiful is worth a look when your first job is sending a link, tracking responses and sharing updates by text. It also supports paid tickets.[1][2]
Plans with your people, beyond one event
Try pre if you want to discover events, keep up with friends and use Circles to keep a group’s conversations and upcoming plans together.
The practical differences
| What matters | pre | Partiful |
|---|---|---|
| Getting friends in | Use pre on iPhone or the web. A pre account is required to RSVP, buy tickets and join group conversations. | Guests can respond in a browser or the app. RSVP uses a name, phone number and verification code.[3] |
| Free events | Joining pre and the basic hosting tools are free. You can create free events. | The core platform is free. Free tickets have no ticketing fees. Optional premium invite designs can cost extra.[4][2] |
| Paid tickets | Paid checkout includes a service fee. Check the total before paying. Host Pass is an optional organizer subscription. | Ticketing fees depend on the event and ticket price. Hosts can cover them or pass them on to guests.[2] |
| Keeping people in the loop | Friends, event plans and member chats in Circles, plus a social feed. | Text Blasts, automatic reminders, an event activity feed and shared event photos.[1] |
Bringing your friends
What if my friends aren’t on pre?
Start with one plan and invite the friends who want to join. They can use the iPhone app or the web. They’ll need a pre account to RSVP or take part in a Circle’s chat. You can also explore public events on your own. You don’t need to bring a ready-made group.
A few useful answers
Is pre always the better choice?
No. If an invitation and guest updates cover what you need, Partiful may be a good fit. If you want event discovery and ongoing plans with friends in one place, give pre a look.
Which one is cheaper?
Both offer free starting points and charge for some paid services. Compare the fees for your actual event and checkout total. This page does not claim that one is always cheaper.[4][2]
Does everyone see the same events?
No. Private invitations, student verification, age requirements and ticket availability can affect access on pre. Check the event details before making plans.
Sources
Written by pre. Comparisons use the official sources linked below and may change. Choose the workflow that fits you.
Official documentation in English