Badgetrac vs Eventbrite Lead Retrieval
Same Eventbrite, lower cost, simpler lead capture
Eventbrite offers a paid Lead Retrieval add-on for exhibitors to capture attendee contact info. If you're already on Eventbrite and want a more affordable, flexible way to give exhibitors lead capture, Badgetrac integrates natively with Eventbrite and provides web-based scanning at a fraction of the cost—with no per-exhibitor or per-lead fees.
Quick summary
Native Eventbrite
Import attendees from Eventbrite; no re-upload
Lower cost
Flat $500/event vs Eventbrite Lead Retrieval fees
Web-based
Exhibitors scan from any phone; no app
Export to CSV/CRM
Full control over lead data
No per-lead fees
Unlimited scans and exports
Detailed comparison
| Feature | Badgetrac | Eventbrite Lead Retrieval |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | $500/event flat | Per-event and/or per-exhibitor fees |
| Eventbrite integration | Native sync | Native (same platform) |
| Exhibitor experience | Web-based scan | App or web |
| Lead export | CSV/Excel, your choice | Eventbrite dashboard export |
| Setup | Minutes | Minutes (same ecosystem) |
| Data ownership | Export and use anywhere | Within Eventbrite ecosystem |
Why organizers switch
Save on Lead Retrieval
Avoid Eventbrite's per-event or per-exhibitor Lead Retrieval fees while keeping your Eventbrite registration.
Same attendee list
Sync from Eventbrite once; badges and lead capture work the same way.
Export freedom
Export leads to your CRM or tools without being locked into Eventbrite for follow-up.
Simpler for exhibitors
Web-based scanning; no app download required.
Transparent flat-rate pricing
Eventbrite Lead Retrieval: per-event and/or per-exhibitor fees
Badgetrac: $500 per event
No per-attendee or per-exhibitor fees.
Get started with BadgetracFrequently asked questions
Do I have to leave Eventbrite to use Badgetrac?
No. Badgetrac connects to your Eventbrite account and imports attendees. You keep using Eventbrite for registration and ticketing; Badgetrac handles check-in, badges, and exhibitor lead capture.
Can exhibitors still get lead data?
Yes. Exhibitors log in to Badgetrac, scan attendee badges, add notes, and export their leads to CSV. You control who has access (e.g. sponsor tiers).
Is there a per-lead or per-scan fee?
No. Badgetrac charges a flat $500 per event. Unlimited scans and exports included.