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Why CentreEvents Spreadsheets vs. CentreEvents

Your spreadsheet is working against you, not for you

Spreadsheets are free. They are also the single biggest source of event-day errors.

Where spreadsheets let you down

These are not edge cases. They happen at almost every event managed on a spreadsheet.

The wrong version goes to the door

When three people edit the same list, someone always ends up with an outdated copy. On event day, that means turning away guests who are actually registered.

Walk-ins break everything

Adding someone on the day means manual updates, duplicate rows, and a queue at the desk. Your spreadsheet was never designed for real-time collaboration under pressure.

The report takes three days

Turning three spreadsheets into a readable summary for your client is a half-day job. And it happens after an event when you are already exhausted.

Side by side

An honest look at what each approach gives you.

Feature
Spreadsheet
CentreEvents
Guest list accuracy
Updated manually, version conflicts
Live, single source of truth
Check-in
Paper list at the door
QR scan or name search on any tablet
Walk-ins
Manual row added on the day
Registered and checked in in seconds
Reporting
Built manually after the event
PDF generated automatically
Cost
Free, but your time isn't
Priced per event, no hidden fees

Switch before your next event

Your first event is live the same day you sign up. No migration headaches, no setup calls.