Our Seating Chart Maker vs Tableplan.io
Tableplan.io is established and thorough. But per-event pricing adds up fast.
Quick Verdict
Tableplan.io is a dedicated seating tool with solid features and a mature community. It works well for one-off events. But their per-event pricing model (£15/event) makes it expensive if you're planning multiple weddings or running a venue.
We're free to design, and a one-time $14 fee per wedding to unlock. Choose based on whether you're planning one wedding or many.
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Tableplan.io | Our Tool |
|---|---|---|
| Free tier | No | Free up to 5 tables |
| Pay model | £15 per event | $14 one-time, per wedding |
| Drag-and-drop | Yes | Yes |
| Guest list source | CSV import | Not needed — live Google Sheets sync instead |
| Dietary tracking | Yes | Yes |
| Guest notes | Yes | Yes |
| Collaboration | No | Live Google Sheet sync — share access, no re-exporting |
| Share live link | No (export only) | Yes |
| Mobile support | Limited | Full |
| Export formats | ||
| View-only sharing | No | Yes |
Why People Switch from Tableplan.io to Us
1. Per-Event Pricing Stacks Up
£15 per event sounds reasonable until you do 5 weddings a year. That's £75/year for seating alone. Our one-time $14 fee is per wedding, and there's no ongoing charge for continued use.
2. No Free Trial
Tableplan.io charges before you try it. We let you design your entire wedding free, up to 5 tables. Only pay when you need more.
3. Your Sheet Stays the Source of Truth
Tableplan.io exports a static plan. You email it to your planner. They make changes in their own tool. You pick which version to use. With us, you both work from the same Google Sheet, and it stays in sync.
Where Tableplan.io Wins
Established Community
Tableplan.io has been around. Lots of wedding professionals use it and have workflows built in.
Thorough For One-Offs
If you're planning exactly one wedding and never need seating software again, £15 is a small, one-time cost.
Pricing Comparison
| Scenario | Tableplan.io | Our Tool |
|---|---|---|
| One wedding | £15 | Free to design · $14 |
| 5 weddings/year (planner) | £75/year | $14 per wedding, no ongoing charge |
The Bottom Line
Use Tableplan.io if:- You're planning exactly one event and want a mature, established tool
- You'd rather pay upfront per event than connect a Google Sheet
- You're planning more than one wedding a year, or want to try before paying
- You want your guest list to stay live-synced instead of exported and emailed
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