$0.30 per ticket plus card processing.
SmplTix charges a simple platform fee of $0.30 NZD per paid ticket. Standard card processing is 2.9% + $0.30 NZD per order. Fees are shown clearly before checkout, so organisers and buyers know the total upfront.
Some events may have custom pricing or promotional discounts. Final fees are always shown before payment.
Estimate what buyers pay and what they could save.
This compares SmplTix against a typical percentage-based model using 2.7% + $8.50 per ticket as the benchmark.
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For organisers
Keep pricing simple with clear ticket totals, card processing, QR tickets, and event sales reporting.
For buyers
Show attendees the ticket price, fees, and final total before they commit to checkout.
For fundraisers
Reduce fee friction so more of the event spend supports the people, club, or cause behind the event.
Example fee scenarios using current settings
These examples use the standard SmplTix pricing shown above.
| Event scenario | Ticket revenue | SmplTix fee | Card processing | Total buyer fees | Typical percentage model | Estimated buyer savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50 tickets at $20 | $1000.00 | $15.00 | $29.30 | $44.30 | $452.00 | $407.70 |
| 100 tickets at $40 | $4000.00 | $30.00 | $116.30 | $146.30 | $958.00 | $811.70 |
| 200 tickets at $75 | $15000.00 | $60.00 | $435.30 | $495.30 | $2105.00 | $1609.70 |
Typical percentage model uses the public comparison benchmark currently set to 2.7% + $8.50 per ticket.
SmplTix compared with other ticketing approaches
| Approach | Good for | Watch out for |
|---|---|---|
| SmplTix | NZ fundraisers, clubs, workshops, small gigs, private guest lists, and events that want clear buyer fees. | Complex reserved seating and large enterprise venue workflows may need specialist tooling. |
| Percentage-based ticketing platforms | Large marketplaces, broad discovery, and teams that need a long list of advanced event tools. | Buyer fees can grow quickly as ticket prices rise. |
| Manual bank transfer or spreadsheets | Very small private groups where payment and attendance are easy to manage manually. | More admin, no instant digital tickets, harder door checks, and more reconciliation work. |
Pricing FAQs
How much does SmplTix cost?
The current standard SmplTix platform fee is $0.30 NZD per paid ticket, plus card processing of 2.9% + $0.30 NZD per order.
Can buyers pay by card?
Yes. SmplTix supports secure online card checkout through Stripe.
Can organisers pass fees to buyers?
SmplTix is designed to show buyer fees clearly so organisers can choose ticket prices with confidence. The checkout shows fees before payment.
Is SmplTix suitable for free events?
SmplTix can support event pages and digital ticket workflows, but the strongest fit is usually events that need paid tickets, capacity tracking, or QR entry.
When do organisers get paid?
Payments are handled through Stripe Connect. Payout timing depends on Stripe account status, payment method, and banking settings.