The smarter Event in a Box alternative

DIY badge printing for events, delivered in a box.

EasyBox by Xtag is the plug-and-play on-demand badge printing and self-check-in kit for events up to 1,000 attendees. No technician, no venue hardline internet, no platform contract. Just unbox, power on, and print.

Ships to your venue Works 100% offline No onsite staff required
EasyBox by Xtag, do-it-yourself badge printing kit for events
Trusted by event teams at Fortune 500s, associations, and agencies running conferences worldwide.
★★★★★ 4.9/5 average rating from event organizers

Connects with the registration platforms you already use

Native integrations sync your attendee list automatically. No CSV juggling required.

Swoogo
Zoom Events
Splash
Luma
Grip
Brella
Accelevents
EventMobi
Bizzabo
Eventbrite
Zuddl
Zapier

Don't see your platform? Connect anything via our open REST API, Zapier, or a simple CSV upload.

How it works

Three steps to onsite check-in, no technician needed

We pre-configure everything for your event and ship the kit directly to your venue. Your team sets it up in minutes.

1

We configure & ship

Connect your registration platform via our native , or simply upload an attendee list. We personalize your badge design and kiosk branding, then ship EasyBox to your door.

2

You unbox & plug in

Place the iPad/laptop on the stand, plug in the badge printer, load badge stock. You're live in under 10 minutes, no IT support required.

3

Attendees self-check-in

Guests search their name or scan a QR code. The badge prints on demand in under 3 seconds. Real-time reporting on your phone.

Why EasyBox

Built for speed, branded for your event

Everything a modern event needs for onsite badge printing and check-in, without the overhead of a full-service provider.

On-demand printing

Badges print in under 3 seconds the moment an attendee checks in. No pre-printing waste, no reprints.

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Works 100% offline

No venue Wi-Fi? No problem. EasyBox runs fully offline and syncs later. Zero internet or router fees.

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Fully branded kiosks

Custom badge designs and branded kiosk skins turn check-in into a sponsor-ready brand moment.

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Truly DIY

No project manager to schedule, no onsite technician to book. Your team runs it. That's the whole point.

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Plug-and-play hardware

iPad/laptop + label/badge printer + Stand, pre-configured. Unbox, power on, check in your first attendee.

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Live reporting

Real-time attendance dashboards, lead retrieval, and session tracking from any device.

EasyBox vs. CVENT Event in a Box

Why event planners switch to EasyBox

Two different models for onsite check-in and badge printing. Here is how they compare on the points event teams ask about most, based on CVENT’s publicly available materials.

Feature EasyBox by Xtag CVENT Event in a Box
Works with your registration platform 12 native integrations, plus open REST API, Zapier, or CSV upload Runs on CVENT OnArrival
Existing platform contract required None — EasyBox works standalone OnArrival Premium must be included in your CVENT contract1
Attendees supported per kit Up to 1,000 Lite 150 · Standard 250 · Large 500 · XL 750; boxes can be combined for larger events2

Comparison based on CVENT’s publicly available materials as of August 2026. Sources: 1. CVENT support documentation; 2. CVENT press release, 12 June 2024. CVENT, Event in a Box, and OnArrival are trademarks of Cvent, Inc., used here for identification purposes only. Xtag is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Cvent, Inc.

< 30sCheck-in to printed badge, per attendee
< 3sOn-demand badge print time
1,000Attendees supported per event
10 minFrom unbox to first check-in
Perfect for

Every event where speed and brand matter

Conferences

Smooth check-in for up to 1,000 attendees without queues.

VIP & executive events

Premium branded kiosks that match your stage design.

Roadshows

One box, multiple cities. Ship it, run it, repeat.

Trade shows & expos

On-demand badge printing with sponsor branding.

FAQ

Everything event planners ask before switching

What exactly is EasyBox by Xtag?

EasyBox is a DIY badge printing and check-in kit shipped to your venue. It includes an iPad or laptop, an on-demand label/badge printer, badge stock, a stand, and the Xtag software, all pre-configured for your event.

How is it different from CVENT Event in a Box?

EasyBox works standalone. It connects natively to 12 registration platforms, or to any platform via our open REST API, Zapier, or a CSV upload, so there is no event platform contract to hold first. A single kit supports events up to 1,000 attendees and runs fully offline during the event.

Do I need Wi-Fi or a router at the venue?

No venue internet hardline needed. Regular Wi-Fi (or even a hotspot) is enough, mainly for the initial setup. During the event you don't need a constant connection: EasyBox works fully offline and automatically syncs every time it gets back online. So you never pay for venue internet packages or rent routers.

How many attendees can a single EasyBox handle?

Each kiosk completes self check-in and on-demand badge printing in under 30 seconds per attendee. That's comfortably over 120 badges per hour. For larger events or peak arrival windows, simply add more kiosks or move to Xtag's full-service option.

Can I brand the kiosk and badges?

Yes. Every EasyBox can be fully branded: on-screen UI and badge design. Your event, your look.

How much does EasyBox cost?

Pricing depends on event size and quantity of kiosks. Request a quick quote and we'll come back within one business day with a transparent, all-in price.

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Fast setup. Flat pricing. No onsite crew required. Tell us your event size and registration platform and we'll send a complete, all-in quote, so you can compare it against whatever else you're considering.

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Run onsite check-in with your own team.

EasyBox ships to you. You run the show. Your attendees walk in, print their badge, and head straight into the event.

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