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Whova alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the best Whova alternative for most people is Eventbrite (3.0 GPA), second in our ranking of event ticketing platforms. It's also the best free one.
Whova compared with 5 alternatives: Cvent, Bizzabo, Eventbrite, PheedLoop and Swoogo.
Whova's current pricing could not be confirmed from its own site. 1 of the 5 alternatives is free or has a free plan.
Listings checked up to Nov 12, 2026 · Where the facts come from
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At a glance
How each one differs from Whova
Cvent
Enterprise event registration, attendee app and check-in
- Cvent lists no iOS and Android apps, which Whova has.
- Cvent also covers webinars.
- Cvent does not cover forms and surveys, which Whova does.
Suits: Large organizations and associations running many events
Bizzabo
Event management platform for conferences and field events
- Bizzabo starts at $499 per user / month, billed annually, 3 user minimum.
- Bizzabo lists no iOS and Android apps, which Whova has.
- Bizzabo does not cover forms and surveys, which Whova does.
Suits: Corporate and agency teams running conferences and field marketing events
Eventbrite
Ticketing and event marketplace, with fees usually paid by buyers
- Eventbrite starts at $15 per month and up, for Eventbrite Pro email sends.
- Eventbrite has a free plan, which Whova lacks.
- Eventbrite does not cover forms and surveys, which Whova does.
Suits: Organizers who want buyers to find their events through a marketplace
PheedLoop
Modular event registration, check-in and event app software
- PheedLoop starts at $950 per year for the core platform, modules extra.
- PheedLoop also covers webinars.
- PheedLoop does not cover forms, surveys and email campaigns, which Whova does.
Suits: Associations and conferences that need registration plus an app
Swoogo
Event registration and management for conferences and field events
- Swoogo starts at $11,800 per year for one full user, Professional.
- Swoogo lists no iOS and Android apps, which Whova has.
- Swoogo does not cover surveys and email campaigns, which Whova does.
Suits: Marketing teams running conferences and roadshows
Limits worth knowing in Whova
- No prices are published: the pricing page is a quote request form that asks about event format, length, attendance and events per year.
- The site says its ticket fee is lower than other platforms but gives no figure on the pages we read.
- Aimed at multi-session events rather than a quick sign-up page for a small gathering.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Whova?
The alternatives to Whova in this directory are Cvent, Bizzabo, Eventbrite, PheedLoop and Swoogo. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Whova.
Is there a free alternative to Whova?
Yes. Eventbrite has a free plan alongside paid ones.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 18, 2026 to Nov 12, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.


