# Page 3 | Event Essentials Reviews 2026. Verified Reviews, Pros & Cons | Capterra > Page 3 - Is Event Essentials the right Event Management solution for you? Explore 73 verified user reviews from people in industries like yours to make a confident choice. Source: https://www.capterra.com/p/138263/Event-Essentials/reviews --- Event Essentials 4.9 (73) [View alternatives](https://www.capterra.com/p/138263/Event-Essentials/alternatives/) Provider data verified by our Software Research team, and reviews moderated by our Reviews Verification team. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/our-story/) * * * Last updated March 13th, 2026 # Page 3 - Reviews of Event Essentials ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 51-73 of 73 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use KZ Katherine Z. Business Development Used the software for: ### "We are using the software to support our fundraising program. " January 7, 2016 5.0 The site is simple to use and allows our organization to process both sales orders and donations. The customer is allowed to choose the school that they want to support via purchase or donation. This is a great system for School Foundations that support several schools and we are also looking forward to using the system with youth sport teams. The system is flexible and has provided all of the features that we need to run a robust fundraising program. Craig Manning and his team continue to provided us with solutions to meet our customer's! Review Source MS Mike S. Branding Sports Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "The Kings of ticketing!" October 8, 2018 5.0 Our overall experience with Event Essentials has been fantastic. Customer support is incredible. staff go above and beyond for us and all of our needs. Pros The ease of use is what I liked the most. Cons No complaints here. Event Essentials has been key to our success. Review Source OK Otter K. Production Manager Used the software for: ### "Simply the best" February 17, 2016 5.0 Event Essentials is the most concise, adaptable, comprehensive program I've used for employee scheduling thus far. The team behind the program have been incredibly receptive and responsive to my needs as a client, and I've been able to completely streamline my operations because of EE. It's robust and changeable, and so far has done everything I've needed and more. I'm constantly surprised by the abilities of the platform and the staff behind it. Review Source KS Katie S. Senior Event Manager Used the software for: ### "Volunteer Management" January 21, 2016 5.0 Event Essentials software is amazing and has completely transformed the way we manage volunteer programs for our events. The team at Event Essentials worked with me to customize the software for my needs, creating a seamless front and back end experience for our volunteers and our volunteer management team. I highly recommend that anyone managing large events use Event Essentials software! Review Source pB peter B. Owner Design Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Excellent product" June 10, 2022 5.0 Excellent customer service, great to work with Pros Ease of use, effectiveness and efficiency Cons I don't have anything negative to say about Event Essentials Review Source TK Tyrone K. Owner Used the software for: ### "Challenges Met!" February 16, 2016 5.0 In previous years, tracking ticket sales (weather for a live concert or a school fundraiser) and trying to calculate stratigic efficent staffing for our events was a major challenge. After comitting to, and implementing "Event Essentials" we are able to forcast exactley where and how to pivot our resources to be most effective. Review Source HK Hans K. Used the software for: ### "California Jazz and wine " April 21, 2016 5.0 Great new event at the Four Seasons for us as Rotary, With this being my first major event with Rotary, and being on 3 committe;s It was grand on so many scales, inside, air conditioned, 87 vendors , 2 stages for bands. I want to thank the event planner for ticket sales, signage, volenteers. It took a village to pull this off. Review Source JT Juliana T. Development and Event Coordinator Used the software for: ### "I have had a great experience with Event Essentials. " January 13, 2016 5.0 Event Essentials is a great company to work with. They are always familiar with the upcoming technologies and help advance your event year after year. They are there for you whenever you need them, any time of the day. I would highly recommend Event Essentials. Review Source WM Wess M. Volunteer Used the software for: ### "Best ticketing solution!" March 18, 2016 5.0 Working with Event Essentials was amazing. The software is very intuitive and we did not have any issues. We scanned the event tickets faster than we ever had in previous years! I can't wait to see what features we will be using next year. Review Source ST Scott T. Organizer Used the software for: ### "Event Essentials Service" January 13, 2016 5.0 The team at Event Essentials was fantastic. They're system performed flawlessly and it cut our administration time in half. Ticketing, Volunteer & Vendor management, POS we used it all. Review Source ES Erica S. VP Entertainment Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Review of Event Essentials" December 28, 2018 5.0 Pros The software is easy to read, accurate and up to the minute Cons The software is so good that I haven't found anything unsatisfactory Review Source ML Mary L. Chair, A Taste of Camarillo Used the software for: ### "Very easy to use. Produced all of the information that we needed." February 16, 2016 5.0 We have used it once for a relatively small event and found it easy to use. We are looking forward to using it for a large fundraiser this summer. Review Source SS Steve S. Director Used the software for: ### "Studio City Film Festival" January 7, 2016 5.0 Great product and great staff that is always immediately accessible by phone. Plus the payments are timely! Will definitely use again! Review Source AC Anna C. Development and Event Assistant Used the software for: ### "The system works very well" March 18, 2016 5.0 Event Essentials helped grow our event by proving an efficient website that is very user friendly and appealing! Review Source SB Stephenie B. owner Used the software for: ### "Very efficient and user friendly!" June 9, 2016 5.0 Excellent system. Not complicated, user friendly and can even do things from your phone using this software! Review Source MR Malia R. marketing Used the software for: ### "So Easy to Use!" January 13, 2016 5.0 Best thing that happened for our business! We especially loved its customization and ease of use! Review Source GP Greg P. Used the software for: ### "worked great and very committed folks helping" April 21, 2016 5.0 Takes about two minutes to learn. Easy and moves folks through fast. Review Source JE Jim E. Event Organizer Used the software for: ### "Craig and Kiffen were extremely professional..." April 18, 2016 4.0 ...and able to adapt to unforeseen circumstances effortlessly. Review Source MR Monique R. Volunteer Used the software for: ### "Ticket scanning simple and fast " January 13, 2016 5.0 Easy to learn, easy to use, fast scanning, great service Review Source JG John G. Past President Used the software for: ### "California Jazz and wine " April 21, 2016 5.0 This team rocks with getting outstanding results! Review Source RR Rich R. Founder Used the software for: ### "Love it! " January 13, 2016 5.0 Ideal for any type of large or small. Review Source DY Debbie Y. Used the software for: ### "Their help was great! Helped our business tremendously!" March 19, 2016 5.0 Very positive. Will be back. Review Source AS Alexis S. Marketing and Advertising Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Software/Hardwarw Review" June 12, 2016 5.0 This product was easy to use, quick, and had excellent results. By using this system, we broke the record of ticket scanning for our annual event. Pros Ease of use and simplicity Cons Phone scan responsiveness Review Source Similar Products Featured