TG LIVE SCAN vs FooEvents Check
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
TG LIVE SCAN
This utility app validates event tickets by scanning QR codes or barcodes. It controls access, tracks attendance in real-time, and enhances event security. The app integrates with event management systems for streamlined check-ins and data collection.
- Ticket validation
- QR code and barcode scanning
- Access control by ticket type
- Real-time attendance tracking
- Enhanced event security
- Integration with event management systems
- Data collection for analytics
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TG Live Scan — Fast, Secure Event Check-In TG Live Scan turns any phone or tablet into a professional entry station. Built for organizers running everything from intimate shows to large-scale festivals, it validates tickets in real time, keeps your lines moving, and gives your whole team live visibility into who's walking through the door. Scan anything, verify instantly Read digital tickets, printed tickets, QR codes, and barcodes — all validated against your event in real time. Every scan confirms authenticity and marks the ticket as used, so guests get in fast and no ticket works twice. Check in guests without a ticket Lost email? Dead phone battery? No printout? No problem. Look attendees up by name and check them in directly in the app, so a missing ticket never holds up your gate. Smart access control Decide exactly who gets in and where. Restrict entry by ticket type (VIP, GA, and more), by specific door or entrance, or by timed-entry window — giving you full control over crowd flow across multiple entry points. Live attendance tracking Watch your headcount climb as guests arrive. Real-time attendance data helps you manage capacity, pace your entrances, and stay on top of event logistics as they happen. Scanning analytics, built in See how your gate is performing without leaving the app. Track entry volume, scan pace, and activity across your scanning team so you can spot bottlenecks and react on the spot. RFID support Scan RFID wristbands and credentials on compatible hardware for even faster entry. Note: RFID scanning is not supported on iPad. Security you can trust Every ticket is validated electronically, cutting down on counterfeits, duplicate wristbands, and unauthorized entry — so everyone inside came through the proper channels. Connected to your TicketGateway tools TG Live Scan syncs directly with your TicketGateway event dashboard, keeping check-in, attendee lists, and your entire entry operation in sync across your team and your venues. Scan smarter. Move faster. Run better events.
FooEvents Check
This app streamlines event access management by connecting to WordPress websites using FooEvents. It allows for quick attendee search, ticket scanning via camera or Bluetooth scanner, and bulk status updates. Features like offline mode and multi-language support ensure efficient operation.
- Attendee search by name or ticket ID
- Barcode and QR code scanning
- Bluetooth scanner integration
- Bulk ticket status updates
- Offline check-in functionality
- Multi-language support
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The FooEvents Check-ins app connects securely to any WordPress website that uses FooEvents, the #1 ticket plugin for WooCommerce. This app makes it easier than ever to manage access to your events, venues and other services like a pro! Attendee Search Easily find attendees that are registered for your event and view their information by searching for them by name or ticket ID. Auto Check-ins Speed up check-ins using the lightning fast auto check-ins option, which will automatically check-in an attendee and return to the scanning screen once their ticket has been successfully validated. Barcode and QR Code Support Scan the 1D barcode or QR code contained on the attendee's ticket directly from your device using the built-in camera or a handheld Bluetooth barcode scanner. Bluetooth Scanner Integration Scan tickets using your mobile device's built-in camera or pair your device to any handheld Bluetooth barcode scanner. Bulk Status Updates Quickly change the ticket status of multiple attendees by using the bulk update feature. Simply select the tickets and mark them as checked-in, checked-out or canceled. Calendar and Image List Styles Set the list style in the app to display events using their featured image or use the new date mode. The date mode will display a customizable color-coded date icon that will help make your events easy to spot even when you're in a rush. Customizable Branding Make the Check-ins apps your own by changing the logo and color scheme from the plugin settings to match your website. Custom Terminology Customize various terms used within the app including 'Events', 'Attendees' and 'Check-ins' to suit your business needs. Dark Mode The Check-ins app supports dark mode so you can save battery life and reduce eye strain and screen glare. Filters and Sorting New filter and sorting options are available for both events and attendees which helps to keep things organized and makes information easier to find, even for large events. Flexible Event Scanning Scan tickets for a specific event or use the global scan option to scan tickets from any screen. Multi-language Support Bonjour Hallo Hola Olá Hallå. Use the Check-ins app in your own language thanks to native support for 17 different languages. Change your language preferences at any time from your device settings. Offline Mode Don't stress if the power goes out or the internet connection drops as you can still do check-ins using the built-in offline mode until your connection is reestablished and the data automatically syncs. Privacy Mode Hide all personal information for attendees and/or ticket purchasers in the app. Only attendee names will be visible for check-in purposes. Restricted Event Display Manage which events are displayed in the app. By default, the Check-ins app displays all published events but you also have the option to display only the events that were created by the signed-in user or you can pre-select which events to display. View Attendee Information View information for attendees as well as any custom attendee fields that were captured when the ticket was purchased.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: TG LIVE SCAN at 100% against FooEvents Check's 61%. FooEvents Check's advantage is update cadence (every 10 days vs every 3 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
TG LIVE SCAN ships an update every 3 months, FooEvents Check every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and November 1, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | TG LIVE SCAN | FooEvents Check |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 4.7 (146 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better | 60.9% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 146 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 10 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 — better | 16.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 26 MB | 76 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Ticketgateway Inc | Grenade |
Customer experience
TG LIVE SCAN
FooEvents Check
In-app purchases
TG LIVE SCAN
No in-app purchases
FooEvents Check
No in-app purchases
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