How Ludus Compares
Ludus vs On the Stage
When organizations compare Ludus to On the Stage, the choice is clear. Ludus offers lower fees, more flexible tools, and support you can count on. No contracts. Locked into a contract with OTS? You won’t be with Ludus. No surprises. Whether you're switching from a tiered system or just exploring your options, Ludus gives you complete control without compromise.
3 reasons organizations choose Ludus
💡 8 out of 10 organizations that do a live demo with Ludus choose Ludus over On the Stage when comparing both systems.
1. Lower fees and transparent pricing.
- Ludus’s fees are 20–52% lower than OTS on average. Depending on which OTS plan you’re on, your per-ticket cost can jump from $1.58 to $2.62. Ludus stays steady at $1.25.
- We also charge no fees on cash, comp, or $0 tickets. No post-show deductions. No gotchas.
- With Ludus, if you choose to add optional tools like Invoicing, Classes, or the Embed Widget, it’s just $0.05 per add-on. You only pay for what you use, and even then, you're still below OTS.
2. Everything you need, no tiers.
- Many OTS users discover that core tools like donor tracking or marketing emails are only available with an upgrade to a higher plan. That means if you want the features pitched in their sales call, you may have to upgrade to a higher tier and pay more.
- Ludus keeps it simple. You get access to everything in one place. No pricing tiers. No surprises. Use what you need, no upgrades required.
3. No contracts. Full protection.
- OTS often requires multi-year contracts that lock you in, even if you’re unhappy or your needs change.
- Ludus doesn’t use lock-in contracts. Our customers stay because they want to.
- We also provide 100% chargeback protection and free seating chart creation or revisions you need them.
