Facts about Punchbowl reflect publicly listed pricing and features. We update this page when either platform changes their offering.
| Feature | InviteBeam | Punchbowl |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | Free up to 10 guests, then flat $5/event | Annual Punchbowl+ subscription or limited free tier |
| Commitment | Pay-per-event — no signup commitment | Yearly membership for full access |
| Ads in invitations | None on any tier | Shown on free tier |
| All designs included | Yes — every theme on every tier | Premium designs require Punchbowl+ |
| Custom-image upload | Free tier | Paid tier |
| RSVP tracking | Live dashboard | Yes |
| Automatic reminders + thank-yous | Included | Limited on free tier |
| Calendar (.ics) attachments | Yes | Yes |
| Money-back guarantee | 7 days, full refund | Not standard |
Punchbowl offers digital invitations and animated greeting cards, primarily through a Punchbowl+ yearly subscription that unlocks premium designs and removes ads. A limited free tier is available.
We'd rather you pick the right tool than a refund-worthy mistake. Punchbowl is a better fit if:
For people sending one or two events a year, yes. InviteBeam is free for events up to 10 guests and $5 for larger events, with no annual commitment. Punchbowl+ is billed yearly, so it only becomes cost-competitive if you send many events per year.
No. InviteBeam has no subscription. You sign up free, design free, and only pay the flat $5 if your event exceeds 10 guests and you choose to send it.
No. InviteBeam focuses exclusively on event invitations and RSVPs. Punchbowl bundles invitations with animated greeting cards — if greeting cards are important, Punchbowl is the better fit.
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