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SeatPlan.io vs Planning.Wedding

Free wedding planning assistant with seating tools— here's why SeatPlan.io is the smarter choice for your seating plans.

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The Problem

Why people leave Planning.Wedding

Here’s what users often struggle with before they make the switch from Planning.Wedding.

Seating charts are one feature within a broader wedding planning suite - not the core focus

Per-project premium pricing ($28, or $9 with repeat purchase discount) adds up for professionals

Wedding-specific branding and terminology limits appeal for corporate events

Free tier restrictions push users toward premium for full functionality

All-in-one approach means seating competes for development attention with budget tools, RSVPs, and websites

Export workflows require navigating multiple tools within the platform

Why SeatPlan.io Wins

The SeatPlan.io advantage

Purpose-built features that make seating planning actually enjoyable.

Features where SeatPlan.io stands out, with the reason each one matters.
FeatureWhy SeatPlan.io does it better
Seating-First Focus
100% of our development effort goes into seating - not split across a dozen features
Unlimited Events
One subscription covers everything - no per-project fees for professional planners
Professional Versatility
Corporate events, galas, conferences - neutral branding that works anywhere
Streamlined Sharing
Send a link, clients view instantly - no account setup or platform onboarding
Direct Exports
One-click PDF with table breakdowns - not buried in a multi-tool workflow
Pricing

Better value, no contest

Get more features for less money. It's that simple.

Pricing comparison between Planning.Wedding and SeatPlan.io.
ProviderPriceNotes
Planning.Wedding
$28/project ($9 with loyalty discount)Limited features, uncertain value
SeatPlan.io
Free to design, £8 to save for 90 daysLess than half their discounted price
Proof in numbers

What real planners report

Concrete, customer-reported outcomes — not marketing claims.

11 minutes

to seat 80 people

Took me 6 hours to seat 80 people on paper. Took me 11 minutes on SeatPlan.io.
Sarah, SeatPlan.io customer
<30 minutes

for a 120-person wedding

I had my entire 120-person wedding seated in under 30 minutes.
Jennifer, SeatPlan.io customer
200 guests

with 8 dietary needs and 4 wheelchair users

200 guests. 8 dietary requirements. 4 wheelchair users. 1 complicated family tree. SeatPlan.io handled all of it.
Rebecca, SeatPlan.io customer
Frequently asked

SeatPlan.io vs Planning.Wedding: common questions

Can I use SeatPlan.io for non-wedding events?
Yes. SeatPlan.io is event-neutral and works for corporate dinners, galas, conferences, and family celebrations as well as weddings.
Is SeatPlan.io priced per project like Planning.Wedding's $28/event?
No. SeatPlan.io's Save & Manage tier is £8/$8/€8 one-time per chart, and the Event Manager subscription at £25/$25/€25 per month covers unlimited events.
Does SeatPlan.io include budgeting and RSVP tools too?
No. SeatPlan.io focuses entirely on seating charts and guest assignment. Use it alongside any RSVP, budgeting, or invitation tool you already prefer.
How does pricing compare to Planning.Wedding?
Planning.Wedding charges $28 per event ($9 with loyalty discount). SeatPlan.io is £8/$8/€8 one-time for one chart or unlimited events on the £25/$25/€25-per-month Event Manager subscription.

The verdict: SeatPlan.io vs Planning.Wedding

Planning.Wedding offers a comprehensive wedding toolkit where seating charts sit alongside budgeting, RSVPs, and website builders. It's a solid choice for couples who want everything in one place. For professional planners who need dedicated seating tools with unlimited events and cross-industry flexibility, a focused solution delivers more depth where it matters.

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