QrGuest vs Zola: the right choice for a French wedding
Zola is a US wedding website and registry service, free for couples and funded by gift commissions. QrGuest is a French-speaking guest management tool, built for France and French-speaking Africa.
At a glance
| Criteria | Zola | QrGuest |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | Free, funded by commissions on the gift registry | Free up to 20 guests, then a one-time payment (never a subscription) |
| Personal QR code per guest | No, shared RSVP page: guests search for their name | Yes, a named QR code per guest (invitation, ticket and access to memories) |
| Visual seating chart | Not highlighted among its main features | Yes, included for free |
| Digital guestbook | Not listed among its features | Yes, included for free |
| Mobile Money payment (Africa) | No, US-dollar service, US market | Yes, via CinetPay in over 10 countries |
| Main market | United States | France and French-speaking Africa |
This comparison is based on publicly available information at the time of writing and may not be exhaustive. Third-party features can change: check directly with each provider before making a decision.
Why look for a Zola alternative in France
Zola is built for the US market: English-first interface, dollar payments, a model funded by gift-registry commissions. For a wedding organized in France or French-speaking Africa, neither the currency nor the payment methods fit.
What sets QrGuest apart
QrGuest is built end to end for French-speaking use: invitations sent via WhatsApp, card or Mobile Money payments, and a single personal QR code per guest that doubles as entry ticket and gateway to photos, the guestbook and the schedule.
Frequently asked questions
Does Zola work in France?+
Zola is built for the US market (English interface, dollar payments). It isn't designed for the payment methods used in France or French-speaking Africa.
Does QrGuest have a gift registry like Zola?+
No, QrGuest focuses on guest management (invitations, RSVPs, seating chart, memories), not a gift registry.
Can I use QrGuest for free, like Zola?+
Yes, for free up to 20 guests and 50 shared media, with no card required.