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AllSeated vs Gather

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AllSeated

Events

Event planning and collaboration platform

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Free
Rated
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Gather logo

Gather

Remote Work

Virtual spaces for remote collaboration

From
Free
Rated
-

The short version

  • They diverge on capability: AllSeated covers Floor plans, Gather covers Proximity video chat.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which AllSeated and Gather actually diverge.

Attributes where AllSeated and Gather differ
AttributeAllSeatedGather
Pricing modelfreemiumUnknown
PlatformsWeb, Ios, AndroidWeb
CategoryEventsRemote Work
Founded20132020

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in AllSeated

  • Floor plans
  • Seating charts
  • Guest management
  • Timeline planning
  • 3D visualization
  • Google Contacts
  • Excel
  • Cvent

Only in Gather

  • Proximity video chat
  • Customizable spaces
  • Interactive objects
  • Screen sharing
  • Calendar
  • Slack
  • Google Workspace
  • Desktop support

Both cover

  • Web support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

AllSeated

  • Event planningnot Gather
  • Ticket salesnot Gather
  • Attendee managementnot Gather
  • Virtual eventsnot Gather
  • Event marketingnot Gather

Gather

  • VR Gamingnot AllSeated
  • AR Marketingnot AllSeated
  • Virtual Trainingnot AllSeated
  • 3D Visualizationnot AllSeated
  • Immersive Experiencesnot AllSeated

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

AllSeated

Nothing recorded yet. See the AllSeated review.

Gather

  • No native desktop or mobile app; browser-based only
  • Limited API documentation compared to enterprise competitors
  • Scaling large virtual offices can impact performance

Pricing, plan by plan

AllSeated

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Floor plans
    • Basic seating
    • Guest list
  • Pro$99/event
    • Advanced features
    • 3D walkthrough
    • Timeline
  • Business$299/month
    • Team features
    • VR tours
    • API access

Gather

Free
  • 30-Day TrialFree
    • Up to 50 team members
    • All features included
    • Meetings and chat
  • Essential$12/month
    • All features
    • Meeting recordings starting at 20 hours
    • Meeting transcriptions starting at 30 hours

Which should you pick?

Choose AllSeated if

  • You need floor plans.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Ios, Android.
  • You also want seating charts.

Choose Gather if

  • You need proximity video chat.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You also want customizable spaces.

Questions people ask

Is AllSeated or Gather better?
Neither clearly leads. AllSeated starts at Free and Gather at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, AllSeated or Gather?
AllSeated starts at Free and Gather at Free.
Does AllSeated or Gather run on more platforms?
AllSeated runs on Web, Ios, Android. Gather runs on Web.
Can I use AllSeated for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is AllSeated best used for?
AllSeated is most often used for event planning, ticket sales, attendee management, virtual events. Of those, event planning and ticket sales are not what Gather is typically brought in for.
What can AllSeated do that Gather cannot?
AllSeated covers Floor plans, Seating charts, Guest management, Timeline planning. Gather covers Proximity video chat, Customizable spaces, Interactive objects, Screen sharing. Both handle Web support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Gather: What is a free trial of Gather like?

Gather offers a 30-day free trial with no credit card required that includes up to 50 team members and access to all features including meetings, chat, AI meeting notes, and full office customization.

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Gather: How does Gather reduce meeting load?

Gather recreates natural office dynamics through spatial audio and proximity-based interactions, allowing colleagues to bump into each other and have quick conversations without scheduled calls. Teams report shorter, more organic conversations that wrap up in under 10 minutes.

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Gather: What platforms and devices does Gather support?

Gather works on web browsers and integrates with Slack and Google Chat. The platform supports audio/video calls, screen sharing, and custom workspace design.

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Gather: Does Gather work offline?

Gather is a web-based platform that requires an internet connection to function, though it emphasizes quick connection and low bandwidth requirements compared to traditional video conferencing.

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