Payment Processing vs Platform Fees
Payment processing (Stripe or PayPal) applies regardless of which ticketing platform you use. Typical Stripe processing is around 2.9% + 30¢ per transaction, though this varies by region.
TicketStripe also adds a service fee per ticket on top of payment processing. VenueVault does not add a per-ticket platform fee.
Key Difference: Volume-Based Fees vs Flat Pricing
TicketStripe's model scales with ticket volume. Each ticket sold includes a platform fee. VenueVault charges a fixed monthly fee, meaning your software cost does not increase as you sell more tickets.
We charge for software, not ticket volume.
TicketStripe
Payout timing depends on the payment processor configuration, plan tier, and region. The platform charges fees separately from processor costs.
VenueVault
VenueVault uses Stripe under your own organizer-owned Stripe account. Revenue flows directly to your Stripe balance — VenueVault never holds your funds. Payouts follow Stripe's standard schedule. Your only platform cost is a flat monthly subscription.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| VenueVault | TicketStripe | |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | Flat monthly subscription — no per-ticket platform fees | Per-ticket service fee (e.g. ~2% + $0.99 per ticket, based on public pricing) |
| Payment processing | Stripe fees apply under organizer's own Stripe account | Stripe or PayPal fees apply |
| Who pays fees | Venue controls pricing structure (pass through, all-in, or add handling fee) | Fees can be passed to buyer or absorbed by organizer |
| Revenue impact | Software cost remains fixed regardless of ticket volume | Platform earns more as ticket volume increases |
| Payouts | Direct to organizer's Stripe account via Stripe | Direct to Stripe or PayPal account |
Who Should Choose VenueVault
- Venues running weekly shows where per-ticket fees add up fast
- Operators focused on margin control and predictable monthly costs
- Festivals with higher ticket volume where flat pricing saves money
- Teams wanting full control over their Stripe account and payout timing
When TicketStripe Might Be a Fit
- One-off events where a monthly subscription doesn't make sense
- Lower ticket volume where per-ticket fees stay manageable
- Nonprofits passing fees to attendees on a per-event basis
- Simpler setups that don't need advanced venue management tools
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Last updated: March 2026.
Pricing information based on publicly available data as of March 2026. Always verify details directly with the provider.