Skiddle vs See Tickets: Which ticketing platform is right for your event?
Choosing the right ticketing platform isn’t about finding the most convenient option. It’s about getting your event in front of the right people, getting the support you need when you need it, and, most importantly, picking a platform where you know you’ll sell tickets.
While See Tickets is a well-known, old-school ticketing platform that mainly focuses on stadium events and giant weekend festivals, Skiddle is built for everyday promoters who want full control. Whether you run weekly club nights, local live gigs, comedy shows, or independent festivals, Skiddle gives you everything you need to pack your venues and make your events as profitable as possible.
6.5 Million
UK consumers use Skiddle to discover events
3.6 Million
Users active on the Skiddle app
97%
Promoters who renew their contract with Skiddle every year
Skiddle
Skiddle combines straightforward ticketing tools with powerful promotion to make sure your events are a success. We put your brand front and centre, giving you full access to your sales data and flexible ways to get paid early so you can keep growing your brand on your own terms.
Additionally, our app, push notifications, email alerts, and personalised event recommendations work together to push your listings in front of active ticket buyers looking for their next day or night out.
See Tickets
See Tickets is one of the oldest ticketing companies in the UK, dealing mainly with large-scale mainstream events.
Because they spend most of their time looking after huge stadium events, smaller or growing promoters can easily get overlooked. On their site, your local gig or independent festival could sit right next to a massive arena tour and get completely overshadowed. Plus, because they use an old-school system, they hold onto all your ticket money and customer information until after your event is completely finished.
Trusted by organisers across the UK
"We have been working with Skiddle for many years now. The promotion centre is really easy to use, and the support and promotion that we get from our Account Manager is of the highest standard."
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The promoter cash flow gap
The biggest difference between See Tickets and Skiddle comes down to your cash flow. See Tickets holds onto every single penny you make until after your show is completely over. If you are running a festival and need to pay for artist deposits, venue hire, or social media ads while your event is still on sale, having your cash locked up is a nightmare.
Skiddle puts your money back where it belongs – in your bank account. We let you withdraw your ticket money while tickets are still selling. This keeps your cash moving right when you need it most, so you can pay your bills and grow your event without running out of money.
5 reasons UK promoters choose Skiddle over See Tickets
Simple tools that put you in control
You don’t need to email an account manager or customer service operative for permission just to change a ticket price or add a new entry time. Skiddle’s easy dashboard lets you change your listings, track your sales, and manage your tickets 24/7.
Turn browsers into ticket buyers
We give you practical tools that actually drive ticket sales across the web. From automated alerts that text or email fans the second their favourite artists or event brands announce a show, to our official Spotify integration that matches your event lineup with local listeners, Skiddle makes it easy to capture fan interest instantly.
Support from people who know events
With Skiddle, you don’t have to wait days for a support ticket to be answered. Our UK-based team of account managers and support operatives are available six days a week to help you sort out everything from complicated ticket tier setups to high-volume on-sale days.
Access your ticket revenue as you sell
Paying for venue hire, artist deposits, and upfront marketing requires real cash flow. While See Tickets typically holds onto all your ticket revenue until after your event is completely over, Skiddle offers flexible payout options. This means you can access your funds as tickets sell to keep your business moving when you need it most.
Own your customer lists for good
We believe the details of the fans who buy tickets to your shows are yours to manage and utilise, not the ticketing platforms. Skiddle lets you export your customer data and email lists whenever you want. You can build your own direct following and keep in touch with your fans using our built-in promotion tools, without a middleman getting in the way.
Skiddle vs See Tickets: Feature by Feature
| Feature |
|
See Tickets |
| Brand Alerts | Yes | Yes |
| Push Notifications | Yes | No |
| Cool Off (72hr Refund) | Yes | No |
| Customer App | Yes | No |
| WhatsApp/SMS alerts | Yes | No |
| Spotify Integration | Yes | Yes |
| Same-Day Remittance Payments | Yes | No |
| White Label Ticketing | Yes | Yes |
| Skiddle Reps (Affiliate Marketing) | Yes | No |
| Dedicated In-house Marketing Team | Yes | No |
Questions about our features or bespoke requirements? Book a call with our team
Switching from See Tickets is simple
Most promoters completed the switch within a working day. There’s nothing to lose by trying – it’s free to list your event, and there are no listing fees or contracts to sign.
Register your account
Create your free Promotion Centre account and start listing events in minutes.
Takes 30 seconds
Create an event
Take advantage of free tools to build and promote your events.
Takes 30 seconds
Start selling tickets
Publish your event and begin selling tickets free of charge.
Takes 30 seconds
Register your account
Create your free Promotion Centre account and start listing events in minutes.
Takes 30 seconds
Create an event
Take advantage of free tools to build and promote your events.
Takes 30 seconds
Start selling tickets
Publish your event and begin selling tickets free of charge.
Takes 30 seconds
Frequently asked questions
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