Platform Focus
TicketCo positions itself as a full ecosystem for venues and events, including POS systems and cashless payments. It is a bigger system designed for larger operations.
Tickts is focused specifically on making ticketing simple and fee-free for grassroots events. If you need a full venue management system, TicketCo might be worth exploring. If you just need brilliant ticketing, Tickts does it without the complexity.
Pricing
TicketCo charges a percentage fee on ticket sales. The exact rate varies by agreement. Tickts charges zero platform fees — you only pay Stripe processing costs.
Key Differences
- Setup — TicketCo requires onboarding and sales contact. Tickts is self-service, sign up and go.
- POS integration — TicketCo has it, Tickts does not (Tickts is pure ticketing).
- Sport features — Tickts has season passes, fixture-based scanning, sport-specific terminology.
- Payout speed — Tickts uses Stripe Connect for faster direct payouts.
What Is TicketCo?
TicketCo is a Norwegian ticketing platform that has expanded into the UK market. Originally focused on sports clubs and cultural venues in Scandinavia, they offer a full-service ticketing solution with point-of-sale hardware and online sales. They typically charge between 3% and 5% of ticket revenue plus VAT, though exact pricing depends on your contract.
Pricing Comparison
TicketCo uses a percentage-based fee model, usually around 3% to 5% per ticket plus VAT. This is lower than Eventbrite but still significantly more than Tickts. For a £10 ticket, TicketCo takes approximately 30p to 50p in platform fees, plus payment processing. Over a season of 1,000 tickets, that adds up to £300 to £500.
Tickts charges zero platform fees. Your only cost is Stripe processing at 1.5% plus 20p. For the same £10 ticket, that is 35p total. Over 1,000 tickets, you pay £350 in payment processing — but zero of that goes to a ticketing platform.
Features Head to Head
- Point of Sale: TicketCo offers physical POS hardware for box office sales. Tickts has a browser-based box office mode that works on any device — no special hardware required.
- Access Control: Both platforms offer QR code scanning. TicketCo also sells physical scanning hardware. Tickts uses any smartphone camera with their web-based scanner.
- Season Tickets: Both support season tickets. Tickts has dedicated season pass management with per-fixture attendance tracking and Apple Wallet integration.
- Reporting: TicketCo provides detailed analytics dashboards. Tickts offers real-time sales data, export capabilities, and financial summaries through the organiser dashboard.
- Multi-Currency: TicketCo supports multiple currencies across Scandinavia and the UK. Tickts operates in GBP for the UK market.
Where TicketCo Wins
TicketCo is strong in the stadium and large venue market. Their POS hardware integration, enterprise support contracts, and experience with Scandinavian football clubs give them credibility with larger organisations. If you need dedicated account management and physical hardware, TicketCo delivers.
Where Tickts Wins
For grassroots clubs and independent venues, Tickts offers everything you need without the overhead. Zero fees mean more revenue stays with your club. No hardware to buy or maintain. No long-term contracts. You can be selling tickets within five minutes of signing up, and every feature — from season passes to seating layouts — is included free.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is TicketCo available in the UK?
Yes, TicketCo operates in the UK alongside their Nordic markets. However, their UK presence is smaller, and local support may be less responsive than their Scandinavian operations.
Do I need special hardware for either platform?
TicketCo offers optional POS terminals and scanners. Tickts works entirely through web browsers and smartphones — no special hardware needed for selling or scanning tickets.
Which is better for a small sports club?
Tickts is the better choice for smaller clubs. Zero fees, no contracts, and purpose-built features for grassroots sport make it the most cost-effective option. TicketCo targets larger venues with more complex requirements.
Curious how tickts compares? See our side-by-side comparison of tickts vs TicketCo: fees, payouts, and features for UK organisers.
