Partiful, Evite, and Paperless Post alternatives (2026)
Switching invite apps? Here are the picks worth a look this year, ranked by what usually decides it: guest friction, privacy, ads, and whether the headcount holds up.
Free · No ads · No guest accounts
Which invitation tool should you pick?
Match the tool to the event. A social invite app is right when the party is the point and your guests live online. A template catalog is right when you mostly want a beautiful card. Hejmo is the headcount tool for family events. Pick it when you're coordinating 15 to 25 families and need to know exactly who's coming, with one link per family, no guest accounts, and no ads.
The landscape at a glance
What each app does for a private, household-based guest list.
| Platform | Households | No guest signup | Chat preview | Private links | Co-hosts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HejmoFamily event headcounts | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| PartifulSocial party pages | Partiallimited | Partialphone verification | Partial | Partial | Yes |
| EviteLarge template catalog | Partialpartial | Partial | Partial | Partial | Yes |
| Paperless PostStationery-style design | Partiallimited | Partial | Partial | Partial | Yes |
| Apple InvitesiPhone-native event pages | No | Partialemail code | Partial | Partial | Partiallimited |
| PunchbowlParty ideas and templates | Partiallimited | Partial | Partial | Partial | Partial |
| Google FormsFree, flexible forms | No | Yes | No | Partial | No |
The picks, by event type
Hejmo
Best for family events where the headcount matters
One private link per family, two-tap replies with no guest accounts or phone numbers, and no ads on the invite. Built for kids' birthdays, class events, and reunions. Free for unlimited events; Plus ($12 per event) adds invitation styles, a cover photo, a custom link, a custom RSVP confirmation, and up to five RSVP questions.
Create your eventApple Invites
Best for iPhone hosts with iCloud+
Apple's invite app pairs polished event pages with Maps, Weather, and Photos. Hosts need iCloud+ to create events; guests can reply on the web, with an email code if they don't have an Apple Account.
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Best for template-led party invites
A broad catalog of designs along with party planning ideas, in the classic pick-a-card invitation style.
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Best for community and public events
Discovery, ticketing, waitlists, and email tools for events that want an audience rather than a private guest list.
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Best for ticketed events
Ticketing, payments, and discovery for public events of any size.
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Best for free DIY forms
Free, familiar, and flexible. You give up the invitation page and read replies in a spreadsheet instead of a guest list.
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Choosing between Partiful, Evite, and Paperless Post instead? The decision guides below compare them head to head.
Who it's for
Best for
- Parents planning kids' parties who need household RSVPs
- Hosts switching from Evite or Paperless Post
- Anyone who wants private invite links and no guest accounts
Not the best fit for
- Public events with ticketing and payments
- Invites where the design matters more than the headcount
- Conferences and large registration events
Tool-by-tool comparisons
- PartifulLively, social event pages
- Apple InvitesPolished event pages with Apple design
- EviteLarge template catalog
- Paperless PostStationery-style designs
- LumaCommunity pages and event discovery
- EventbriteTicketing and payments
- PunchbowlInvitations and party planning ideas
- GreenvelopeEco-friendly positioning
- CanvaFlexible design tool
- Google FormsFree and familiar
- TypeformPolished survey experience
Decision guides
- Partiful vs Evite vs Paperless PostWhich to pick for a social party, a classic invite, a stationery-style card, or a private family RSVP.
- Partiful vs EviteThe social party app versus the classic online invitation, and when each fits.
- Evite vs Paperless PostDesign, RSVP tracking, reminders, ads, and cost, side by side.
- Google Forms RSVP guideWhen a form is enough, when a spreadsheet gets messy, and when to use an RSVP website.
- Free RSVP website guideWhat to check before you send a free RSVP website link to guests.
- RSVP tracker guideSpreadsheet columns, common headcount mistakes, and simpler ways to track RSVPs.
Easy on your guests.
They open the link and tap an answer. That's the whole ask. No account, no app, no phone number, and never an ad. Works on any phone.
Questions
Fast answers to common comparison questions.
What is the best Partiful alternative?
It depends on the event. For private family events where the headcount matters, Hejmo gives each family its own link, and guests reply without phone verification. For iPhone hosts with iCloud+, Apple Invites is a natural pick, and Luma fits community events.
What is the best Evite alternative for family RSVPs?
Hejmo is built for families: each family gets one private link, and whoever opens it answers for everyone. No accounts, no app, no ads.
How is Hejmo different from Paperless Post?
Paperless Post is about the card: stationery-style designs and polished delivery. Hejmo is about the headcount: one private link per family, two-tap replies with no guest account, and a live count of who's coming.
What is the easiest invite app for a kids' birthday party?
Hejmo gives each family its own link. Parents answer for their kids in two taps, with no app or account, and can add a note about allergies or drop-off.
Do guests need an account to RSVP with Hejmo?
No. Guests RSVP in two taps without creating an account.
What if the design matters most to me?
A stationery-style service like Paperless Post or a design tool like Canva may fit better. Hejmo puts the headcount first. Plus ($12 per event) adds invitation styles, a cover photo, a custom link, a custom RSVP confirmation, and up to five RSVP questions, but Hejmo isn't a design studio.
Guides
- Kids' birthday invitesHousehold RSVPs, RSVP notes, and private links for parents.
- Family reunion & group invitesOne response per household for reunions, holidays, and any event where families attend together.
- Private event invitesControl who sees your event with a private link per family. Replace any link anytime.
Set up your event in two minutes
One private link per family, no guest accounts, no ads. Free for unlimited events.
Free · No ads · No guest accounts