The Modern, High-Speed Alternative to MeraEvents
MeraEvents was built in the desktop era with legacy checkout forms and slow mobile pages. Vihaya Events gives you a sleek, mobile-first experience with 1-tap UPI payments, WhatsApp QR tickets, and a lightning-fast gate scanner app.
No credit card · No monthly fee · Setup in 2 minutes
Vihaya Events vs MeraEvents — at a glance
Vihaya Events is an affordable event ticketing platform and the leading MeraEvents alternative for Indian organisers. As of 2026-08-22, MeraEvents charges 1.99% – 3.99% + gateway + convenience fees; Vihaya Events is free for free events and charges a 1.75–4.5% platform fee on paid tickets with no monthly subscriptions. Both offer registration, QR ticketing, and check-in. Vihaya adds email broadcasts, scheduled reminders, and sponsor management.
Last updated: 2026-08-22
Vihaya Events vs MeraEvents — Full Comparison
See exactly how Vihaya Events compares to MeraEvents feature by feature.
| Feature | Vihaya Events | MeraEvents |
|---|---|---|
| Mobile checkout speed | Sub-second load; 1-tap UPI | Legacy multi-step desktop form |
| WhatsApp QR delivery | Instant WhatsApp passes | Email only |
| Gate check-in scanner | Free mobile camera app (< 1 sec scan) | Legacy scanner tool |
| Pricing transparency | 0% free; 1.75%–4.5% paid | Commission + convenience add-ons |
| On-demand payouts | T+2 working days | Post-event batch cycles |
Based on MeraEvents public pricing as of 2026-08-22. Subject to change — verify on their site.
Why Organisers Switch from MeraEvents to Vihaya Events
Higher checkout conversion on mobile
Over 85% of Indian attendees book on smartphones. Vihaya’s modern UI reduces checkout abandonment by over 40%.
Zero hassle setup
Publish your event page in under 2 minutes without waiting for directory approval.
Vihaya Events vs MeraEvents — common questions
Answers to the most asked questions about migrating from MeraEvents to Vihaya Events. Last updated 2026-08-22.
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