Zola review
Wedding website, registry and planning tools in one place
- Zola, Inc.
- Free
- iPhone & iPad, Android, Web
Does it deserve #2?
The verdict
Zola gives engaged couples a free wedding website, a flexible registry and planning tools that all work together. Your guest list, RSVPs and checklist live in one app, and the registry mixes store gifts, experiences and cash funds. The designs are modern and easy to match to your invitations. Zola makes its money from registry purchases, paper goods and vendor listings, so expect regular upsells.
- Free wedding website
- All-in-one registry
- Guest list and RSVP tracking
- Vendor marketplace
Score breakdown
Overall = features 30% · design 20% · speed 20% · value 15% · privacy 15%. Why these weights?
What we like
- Website, registry and guest list share one dashboard
- Registry combines gifts, experiences and cash funds
- Modern designs that match Zola invitations
What could be better
- Cash fund gifts can carry a transaction fee
- Steady nudges toward Zola's paid products
Engaged couples who want their website, registry and RSVPs in one place
you only need a simple event invite or a registry at one store
Questions about Zola
Is Zola free?
Yes. The wedding website, registry and planning tools are free. Zola earns money from products, invitations and vendor services, and a small fee may apply to cash fund gifts.
Can guests RSVP on a Zola wedding website?
Yes. Guests can RSVP online through your Zola website, and their responses update your guest list automatically.
What are the best alternatives to Zola?
The closest alternatives are Partiful, Eventbrite and Gathr. See all of them ranked on our Zola alternatives page.
Where does Zola rank?
Zola ranks #2 of 10 in our Community & Events ranking, with an overall score of 8.7 out of 10.