Who's In vs Peatix
Who's In gives you unlimited RSVPs, automated waitlists, recurring events, and Stripe payments at just 2.7% — all free. Peatix charges 4.9% + ¥99 per ticket and limits community features.
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Last updated: March 20, 2026
Who's In
Free Forever • 2.7% Flat
- Unlimited events & RSVPs — free
- Paid ticketing at 2.7% flat (no per-ticket fee)
- WhatsApp-native sharing & reminders
- QR code check-in included
- Recurring events built-in
Peatix
4.9% + ¥99/ticket
- Strong presence in Japan & APAC
- Event discovery marketplace
- Mobile app for attendees
- 4.9% + ¥99 per paid ticket
- Limited free event features
- No WhatsApp integration
- No automatic waitlist promotion
Lower Fees & More Features vs. APAC Marketplace
Peatix is a Japan-based event platform popular across Asia-Pacific. It offers a discovery marketplace where attendees can browse events — but charges 4.9% + ¥99 (roughly $0.70 USD) per paid ticket. Free events are supported but with limited organiser tools compared to paid tiers.
Who's In is free for all events with unlimited RSVPs. Paid ticketing costs just 2.7% flat — no per-ticket fee. You also get features Peatix lacks: WhatsApp-native reminders, automatic waitlist promotion, morning-of no-show checks, recurring event scheduling, and AI-native tools like WebMCP.
💰 Selling 200 tickets at $25 each? Peatix takes ~$385. Who's In takes $135. That's $250 saved per event.
Peatix Limitations:
- • 4.9% + ¥99 per paid ticket adds up fast
- • No WhatsApp integration for reminders
- • No automatic waitlist promotion
- • No morning-of no-show check
- • Limited recurring event support
- • Discovery marketplace creates competition for your own events
- • Primarily APAC-focused — limited global reach
Who's In: What You Actually Need
- 2.7% flat fee on paid tickets — no per-ticket surcharge
- WhatsApp-native reminders reduce no-shows by up to 40%
- Automatic waitlist with instant promotion notifications
- Recurring events: set up once, runs every week/month
- QR code check-in at the door — free
- AI-native: WebMCP tools + REST API let Claude, Gemini, and ChatGPT agents browse events
Feature-by-Feature Comparison
| Feature | Who's In | Peatix |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing (Paid Events) | 2.7% flat | 4.9% + ¥99/ticket |
| Free Event Features | All features included | Limited organiser tools |
| Guest Account Required | No | Yes (Peatix account) |
| WhatsApp Integration | Native sharing + reminders | No |
| Recurring Events | Built-in | Limited |
| Automatic Waitlist | Free + WhatsApp notify | Basic waitlist only |
| Morning-of No-Show Check | "Still in?" via WhatsApp | No |
| QR Code Check-in | Free | Yes |
| Event Discovery Marketplace | Browse events page | Full marketplace |
| Mobile App | PWA (no download) | Native app |
| Push Notifications | Free (FCM) | Via app |
| Custom Branding | Free | Limited |
| Embeddable Widget | Free | No |
| Multi-language | 10 languages | Japanese + English |
| Stripe Payments | Direct Stripe integration | Peatix processes payments |
| LinkedIn Event Integration | Full API — publish, sync, track | No |
| AI Venue Enrichment | Free | No |
| Wallet Passes (Apple & Google) | Free | No |
| WebMCP / AI Agent API | Yes | No |
Which Tool Should You Choose?
Use Who's In When...
- Want lower fees on paid events (2.7% vs 4.9%+)
- Run recurring events (weekly meetups, monthly classes)
- Need WhatsApp reminders and no-show checks
- Want automatic waitlist management
- Organise events globally, not just in APAC
- Need AI-native event tools
Use Peatix When...
- Need discovery marketplace visibility in Japan/APAC
- Attendees prefer a native mobile app
- Already have an established Peatix audience
- Primarily organise events in Japan
Who's In is Perfect For
Global Event Organisers
Lower fees and more features than Peatix worldwide
Fitness & Sports Groups
Recurring events with WhatsApp reminders and waitlists
University & Community Events
Free RSVPs with no guest accounts required
Workshop & Class Hosts
Paid ticketing at 2.7% flat — save hundreds per event
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the main difference between Who's In and Peatix?���
The biggest differences are pricing and features. Peatix charges 4.9% + ¥99 per paid ticket; Who's In charges 2.7% flat with no per-ticket fee. Who's In also includes features Peatix lacks: WhatsApp integration, automatic waitlist promotion, morning-of no-show checks, and AI-native tools.
Is Who's In cheaper than Peatix for paid events?▼
Yes. For a $25 ticket, Peatix takes roughly $1.93 per ticket (4.9% + ¥99). Who's In takes $0.68 (2.7% flat). On a 200-ticket event, that's $386 vs $135 — saving you $250+.
Does Peatix have a discovery marketplace?▼
Yes — Peatix has a built-in event discovery marketplace, especially popular in Japan and Southeast Asia. Who's In has a browse events page but focuses on giving organisers direct control over their audience rather than competing within a marketplace.
Can I migrate from Peatix to Who's In?▼
Yes. You can export your attendee lists from Peatix and create matching events on Who's In in minutes. Who's In doesn't require guest accounts, so your attendees can RSVP with even less friction than before.
Does Who's In work in Japan and Asia-Pacific?▼
Yes. Who's In supports 10 languages and works globally. While Peatix has stronger brand recognition in Japan specifically, Who's In offers better pricing and more features for organisers anywhere in the world.
Does Who's In integrate with LinkedIn?▼
Yes! Who's In offers four LinkedIn integrations: sign in with LinkedIn, share events to your LinkedIn feed, publish full LinkedIn Events that sync attendees back, and display Verified on LinkedIn identity badges — all included free. No other event platform offers this level of LinkedIn integration.
Start free, scale when you're ready
RSVP link, automatic waitlists, reminders, QR check-in, calendar sync
WhatsApp sharing, CSV export, capacity limits, guest notes, cover images
Stripe payments, recurring events, memberships, surveys, analytics
Every feature works the moment you turn it on. No configuration required.
Every new account gets all features unlocked forever — no credit card needed, no trials, no upgrades.
Ready to Save on Every Ticket?
Join thousands of organisers paying 2.7% flat instead of 4.9%+ per ticket.
No credit card • No per-ticket fees • Free forever for free events · All features included
