ThunderTix vs FooEvents Check
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ThunderTix
This utility scans event barcodes for entry and processes ticket sales on the go. It provides real-time updates on ticket status and buyer information, integrating seamlessly with a cloud-based box office system.
- Rapid barcode scanning
- Mobile point-of-sale
- Real-time data transmission
- Ticket validation
- Sales of tickets and merchandise
- Cash and credit card processing
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This app serves as a barcode scanner to use at the entrance of your events in conjunction with a ThunderTix account. The scanner quickly scans and transmits each barcode scanned (C128 barcodes) with visuals, sounds and haptic responses. Staff members will see the name of the ticket buyer, their ticket type and seat assignment, if applicable, at the time of any valid scan along with any additional notes posted to the order. ThunderTix is a box office software offered as a monthly service for performing arts venues, live music, festivals and tours. This app also includes a mobile point of sale (POS) for orders on-the-go. The sales app allows logged-in users with appropriate user permissions to select from available upcoming events to process ticket orders and available merchandise. With an optional credit card magnetic swipe reader, users can quickly process ticket orders by swiping a card or simply key in the credit card by hand. Cash orders can also easily be sold and tracked on-site. All data is transmitted real-time to your ThunderTix account. With an active ThunderTix account, tickets are validated to the Cloud in real-time. There is no limit to the number of users scanning tickets at the event and the app can be used in combination with multiple devices. If a single ticket is attempted to be used more than once, users are alerted that the ticket has already been scanned with the date/time of the scan as well as the person/entrance where it was scanned. At any moment, you’ll know how many tickets have been scanned and how many remain to be checked in. App compatible with iPhone 4S-11+ and iPad Air, Pro and mini. Credit card reader available with iPhone 4S/5/6/6+ and iPad Air, Pro and mini. Requires iOS 15+. Features: * Rapid barcode scanning * Automatic scans without the need to interact with the phone or screen * Scans both paper tickets or directly off smartphone screens * Sales app available for both cash and credit card * Process ticket orders with available merchandise add-ons * Credit card reader available with headphone jack support ThunderTix is a trademark of Thunder Data Systems, Inc.
FooEvents Check
This app connects to WordPress sites using FooEvents to manage event access. It allows for quick attendee search, barcode scanning, and bulk status updates for seamless event entry management.
- Attendee search by name or ticket ID
- Barcode and QR code scanning
- Bluetooth scanner integration
- Bulk status updates (check-in, check-out, cancel)
- Offline mode for unreliable connections
- Multi-language support (17 languages)
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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 rating: FooEvents Check at 4.7 against ThunderTix's 4.1. FooEvents Check also leads on ratings volume (146 vs 7). ThunderTix's advantage is review sentiment (75% vs 61%). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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.
FooEvents Check holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FooEvents Check has 146 ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 75% of ThunderTix's written reviews are positive against 61% of FooEvents Check's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
ThunderTix ships an update fortnightly, FooEvents Check every 10 days. Both last shipped on November 6, 2026.
| Parameter | ThunderTix | FooEvents Check |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.1 (7 ratings) | 4.7 (146 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 75.0% of reviews — better | 60.9% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 7 | 146 — better |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Every 10 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 — better | 16.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 136 MB | 76 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Thunder Data Systems, Inc | Grenade |
Customer experience
ThunderTix
FooEvents Check
In-app purchases
ThunderTix
No in-app purchases
FooEvents Check
No in-app purchases
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