# The Lower-Fee Topmate Alternative for Paid Webinars & Workshops

> Topmate takes high commissions on paid workshops and bookings. Vihaya Events charges only 1.75–4.5% on paid tickets, gives you 1-click checkout order bumps, digital file vaults, protected webinar rooms, and native Instagram Comment-to-DM automation.

- Competitor: **Topmate** (High platform commission percentage per booking)
- Positioning: creator consultation and workshop platform with high transaction take-rates

## Comparison table

| Feature | Vihaya Events | Topmate |
|---------|---------------|-----------------|
| Platform fee | 1.75–4.5% on paid tickets | High commission percentage |
| Free events | ₹0 always | Limited |
| 1-Click checkout order bumps | Built-in (boosts revenue per buyer) | Limited |
| Digital deliverables vault | Included (PDF, Notion, Drive, GitHub) | Basic file hosting |
| VIP Telegram / Discord gating | Automated post-purchase redirect | Manual sharing |
| Protected webinar hub & replay | Countdown, Zoom/YouTube embed gate, replay vault | Link redirect only |
| 1-Click calendar sync | Direct Google Calendar & Outlook web sync | Standard .ics file |
| Instagram Comment-to-DM automation | Native automation built-in | Not available |
| In-person fests & conference ticketing | Full multi-track fests, seating maps & QR scanners | Not available |
| Payout speed | On demand, ~2 working days via UPI | Scheduled cycles |

## Why switch from Topmate

### Keep more of what you earn

High commissions eat into your webinar profits. Vihaya Events charges only 1.75–4.5% on paid registrations, leaving significantly more revenue in your bank account after every masterclass.

### Built-in 1-click order bumps

Maximize every transaction. Sell an extra template, private recording, or resource guide for ₹199–₹499 right inside the checkout flow without sending buyers to another link.

### Turn social comments into sales automatically

Post a Reel about your upcoming masterclass, ask viewers to comment "JOIN", and let Vihaya automatically DM them the checkout link 24/7.

### Superior attendee webinar experience

Attendees get a dedicated mobile pass with 1-click Google Calendar sync, protected live access links, download vaults, and post-session replays in one clean place.

## FAQ

### Why should I switch from Topmate to Vihaya Events?

Vihaya Events offers substantially lower platform fees (1.75–4.5% vs high commissions), 1-click checkout order bumps, automated Instagram Comment-to-DM growth tools, and full support for both online webinars and offline conferences.

### Can I host paid Zoom or Google Meet workshops on Vihaya?

Yes. Paste your Zoom, Google Meet, or YouTube Live link in the Webinar Hub. Vihaya protects it behind verified ticket passes and opens the live access button right when the event begins.

### Does Vihaya Events support 1-click calendar sync?

Yes. Attendees can add the webinar directly to Google Calendar or Outlook with one tap directly from their pass or confirmation email, drastically improving show-up rates.

### Can I sell downloadable templates and resources?

Yes. Add digital deliverables like PDFs, Notion templates, Google Drive links, or GitHub repositories to your event. Verified ticket holders can download them securely from their pass.


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Canonical URL: https://events.vihaya.app/topmate-alternative
Last updated: 2026-08-22
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