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Uncanny Automator8.7/10WP Event Manager8.4/10

Uncanny Automator vs WP Event Manager

Uncanny Automator wins 1 of the 1 points we can measure. Here's how they compare on price, features, ratings and deals.

At a glance

FeatureUncanny AutomatorWP Event Manager
Our score8.7/10 (better)8.4/10
Starts at$20/month$99/year
Free versionYesYes
Refund window14 days–
BillingSubscriptionFree + paid plans
Active installs40K+–
Last Black Friday50% off–
CategoryAdmin & dev toolsAdmin & dev tools
VendorUncanny OwlWP Event Manager
Black Friday 2026Not announcedNot announced

Which should you choose?

Choose Uncanny Automator if…

  • Site owners who want to automate WordPress tasks without code
  • Multisite networks needing one automation tool across many sites
Uncanny Automator reviewVisit Uncanny Automator (opens in a new tab)

Choose WP Event Manager if…

  • Event organizers running events from a WordPress site
  • Sites that need ticketing and event listings
WP Event Manager reviewVisit WP Event Manager (opens in a new tab)

Features

Uncanny Automator

  • No-code automation
  • Uncanny Agent AI assistant
  • Multisite support
  • Custom User Fields addon
  • Restrict Content addon
  • User Lists addon
  • Dynamic Content addon

WP Event Manager

  • Event creation and management
  • Front-end event submission
  • Virtual event add-on
  • Add-on plugin bundles
  • Free core plugin

Pros and cons

Uncanny Automator

  • Free version available on WordPress.org
  • 14-day money-back guarantee
  • Rated 4.9/5 on WordPress.org by 40,000+ active sites
  • Multisite support on the Plus and Elite plans
  • Uncanny Agent usage is limited by plan and extra usage packs cost extra
  • Several addons are only included on the Plus and Elite plans
  • A WordPress.org support thread says the plugin listing does not make clear which features need a paid plan

WP Event Manager

  • Core plugin is free and always included
  • Bundles start at $99 a year
  • Capterra rating of 4.6 from 6,118 reviews
  • Easy to get started, according to third-party reviews
  • Each bundle is licensed for one site
  • A 2022 Reddit thread reported the plugin had not been updated for the block editor

Pricing plans

Uncanny Automator

  • BasicStarts here

    $20/month

    1 site

    • Uncanny Agent with standard monthly and anytime usage
    • 1 year of premium support and updates

  • Plus

    $30/month

    10 sites

    • Multisite support
    • Uncanny Agent with 2x usage
    • Custom User Fields, Restrict Content and User Lists addons

  • Elite

    $40/month

    50 sites

    • Multisite support
    • Uncanny Agent with 4x usage
    • Elite Integrations and Dynamic Content addons

WP Event Manager

  • Event Manager PlusStarts here

    $99/year

    1 site sites

    • 20 plugins
    • Free core plugin included
    • Full support guarantee

  • Event Manager Pro

    $199/year

    1 site sites

    • 27 plugins
    • Free core plugin included
    • Full support guarantee

  • Virtual Event Manager Pro

    $299/year

    1 site sites

    • 30 plugins
    • Free core plugin included
    • Full support guarantee

Uncanny Automator vs WP Event Manager questions

Is Uncanny Automator better than WP Event Manager?

On our comparison Uncanny Automator comes out ahead on 1 of 1 measurable points. The right pick still depends on what you build.

Which is cheaper, Uncanny Automator or WP Event Manager?

Uncanny Automator starts at $20/month and WP Event Manager starts at $99/year.

Can I get Uncanny Automator or WP Event Manager cheaper on Black Friday?

Both are on our Black Friday tracker. Uncanny Automator was 50% off last year.

Both products

Uncanny Automator

8.7/10

Uncanny Automator allows you to connect your WordPress site and automate tasks between various plugins and apps, enhancing productivity without any coding.

Free version
Yes
Price
From $20/month
Category
Admin & dev tools
Not announcedBlack Friday deal for Uncanny Automator

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