# Zazzle Events vs Partiful

The clearest difference is monetization model: Partiful at free against Zazzle Events's free with in-app purchases. Partiful also leads on chart position (#3 vs #134) and review sentiment (87% vs 72%). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Zazzle Events sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Partiful sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Partiful holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 103K and 254K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 72% of Zazzle Events's written reviews are positive against 87% of Partiful's.

Zazzle Events ships an update every 2 weeks, Partiful weekly. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Zazzle Events | Partiful |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (103K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zazzle-events/id947574948/reviews) | **[5.0 (254K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/partiful-party-invite-maker/id1662982304/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 103K | **254K** |
| Positive reviews | 71.9% of reviews | **87.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | #134 | **#3** |
| Size | 197 MB | 189 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **16.4** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Zazzle Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/433998484) | [Partiful](https://appshunter.io/developer/1662983537) |

## What reviewers say

### Zazzle Events

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zazzle-events/id947574948)

**Currently charting:** #134 Top Grossing · Lifestyle (US App Store)

Create and send personalized video or photo invitations for any occasion. Manage RSVPs, send reminders, and communicate with guests all within the app. It also offers features like ticketing, sign-up lists, and photo sharing.

**Highlights:** Personalized video/photo invitations, Fast RSVPs via text, Event reminders and updates, Group chat for guests, Ticketing and sign-up lists, Photo collection from guests

**Features:** Apple Wallet, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Invitation Maker (Monthly) | $3.99 | per month |
| Hobnob Standard (Monthly) | $4.99 | per month |
| Hobnob Plus (Monthly) | $9.99 | per month |
| Hobnob Essentials (Monthly) | $9.99 | per month |
| Hobnob Host (Monthly) | $9.99 | per month |
| Hobnob Essentials (Annual) | $19.99 | per year |
| Hobnob Premium (Monthly) | $22.99 | per month |
| Hobnob Standard (Annual) | $23.49 | per year |
| Hobnob Planner (Monthly) | $27.99 | per month |
| Hobnob Plus (Annual) | $46.99 | per year |
| Hobnob Host (Annual) | $49.99 | per year |
| Hobnob Premium | $59.99 | per year |
| Hobnob Premium | $109.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Streamlines event planning
- 💡 Unique invite designs
- 🚀 Convenient text-based invites
- 👍 Helpful reminders and updates

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Invites not always delivered
- 🔒 Privacy concerns around data sharing
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🐛 Glitchy RSVP and update features
- 👎 Limited free version functionality

**Reported bugs**

- Location details not saving properly
- Inconsistent RSVP tracking
- Blank images being sent out
- Notifications not working as expected

**Requested features**

- Add ability to edit guest list
- Improve notification system
- Allow custom fonts and backgrounds
- Enable landscape mode on iPad
- Provide group messaging capabilities


### Partiful

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/partiful-party-invite-maker/id1662982304)

**Currently charting:** #3 Top Free · Lifestyle, #97 Top Free (US App Store)

Create fun, personalized event pages for any occasion, from birthdays to weddings. Invite guests easily with a shareable link, track RSVPs, and share updates and photos. Discover local events and connect with your social circle.

**Highlights:** Create event pages for any occasion, Customize with themes, effects, and posters, Guest interaction with comments and photos, Invite anyone with a shareable link, Track RSVPs in real-time, Share updates via text blast, Discover local events and things to do

**Features:** Apple Wallet, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Partiful Plus | $4.99 | per month |
| Peek | $1.99 | one-time |
| Premium Add-On | $4.95 | one-time |
| Premium App Icon | $4.99 | one-time |
| Premium Add-On (2 Pack) | $9.90 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 Intuitive interface
- 💡 Customizable event invites
- 🚀 Streamlined event management
- 👍 Convenient guest list tracking

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional app crashes
- 🔒 Privacy concerns with calendar access
- 🔍 Limited customization options
- 💬 Clunky messaging/communication features
- 🔍 Lack of multi-language support

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when editing event date and time
- Non-English keyboard support issues
- Text blast notifications not always reliable

**Requested features**

- Add option to RSVP on behalf of guests
- Implement a 'pay later' feature for event costs
- Introduce a polling/voting system for event details
- Allow hosts to respond to 'can't go' comments
- Add support for multiple currencies


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Zazzle Events free?

Zazzle Events is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Partiful free?

Partiful is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Zazzle Events or Partiful?

Partiful is rated higher. Zazzle Events averages 4.8 out of 5 from 103K ratings, while Partiful averages 5.0 from 254K ratings.

### Do Zazzle Events or Partiful have ads?

Neither Zazzle Events nor Partiful shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Zazzle Events or Partiful?

Zazzle Events ships an update every 2 weeks, and Partiful weekly. Most recently, Zazzle Events was updated on September 24, 2026 and Partiful on September 24, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Zazzle Events or Partiful?

Zazzle Events currently peaks at #134 in the App Store charts, and Partiful at #3. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*