How Ludus Compares
Ludus vs. TicketsToTheCity
Tickets to the City helps you sell tickets. Ludus helps you build a program. If you’re ready to grow, you’ll need more than a checkout page.
4 reasons organizations choose Ludus
💡 100% organizations that demo Ludus end up switching to Ludus.
1. TTTC handles tickets. Ludus handles everything.
- TTTC covers the essentials: online sales, reserved seating, and ticket scanning.
- But Ludus goes further. In addition to a modern seat-based ticketing system, Ludus includes tools for branded patron experiences, duplicate event creation, timed entry to reduce lobby crowding, class registration, streaming, and on-site retail—all built into one platform. It’s not just about selling tickets; it’s about running your entire program with efficiency and ease.
2. No volunteer or fundraising tools.
- Ludus includes built-in volunteer management that allows you to post opportunities for ushers, box office workers, and concessions help, set role-based shift limits, track and approve volunteer hours, and communicate with your team—all in one place. Fundraising is also integrated, with support for donor pages, donation categories, automatic donor levels, and real-time analytics.
- TTTC offers none of these features. It’s a ticketing tool only, while Ludus supports the full scope of your organization’s needs. And with Facebook Pixel and email integration working together, you can connect your marketing efforts directly to your fundraising results.
3. Reporting you can actually use.
- TTTC provides simplified reporting—basic totals and weekly payout statements. That’s enough for small events, but it doesn’t provide the insights needed to make data-driven decisions.
- Ludus offers a comprehensive reporting suite that updates in real-time and covers every part of your operation. From detailed sales reports and marketing performance to patron-level insights and check-in data, Ludus gives you full visibility. Admins can customize reports, export data, and even grant viewer-only access to board members or staff. It’s powerful, flexible, and easy to use—far beyond what TTTC can offer.
4. A modern, branded experience.
- TTTC’s interface is no-frills and functional, but it looks and feels dated. Ludus provides a sleek, customizable patron experience that reflects your brand, paired with an intuitive admin system designed for ease and control.
- TTTC offers limited phone and email support during business hours. Ludus customers, on the other hand, get fast, responsive support—often within minutes—support that shows up when others don’t. The difference in user experience is clear.
Final takeaway
TTTC is a basic solution for organizations that only need simple ticketing. But if you’re looking to grow, engage your community, and manage everything in one place, Ludus is built to support your full mission. From ticketing and fundraising to volunteer coordination and real-time analytics, Ludus goes far beyond what TTTC can provide.
