Webinar & Virtual Events · head to head
Citrix ShareFile vs Whova
Citrix ShareFile
Webinar & Virtual Events
Secure file sharing and collaboration platform
- From
- On request
- Rated
- -
Whova
Webinar & Virtual Events
Award-winning event management app
- From
- $1500/event
- Rated
- -
The short version
- Each has a real cost: Citrix ShareFile integrated electronic signature is included only on the ShareFile Premium plans; Whova mobile app experiences slow loading and occasional crashes during large events
- They diverge on capability: Citrix ShareFile covers Secure file sharing, Whova covers Event mobile app.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Citrix ShareFile and Whova actually diverge.
| Attribute | Citrix ShareFile | Whova |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | On request | $1500/event |
| Platforms | Windows, Mac, IOS, Android, Web | Web, iOS, Android |
| Founded | 1989 | 2012 |
Identical on both: pricing model (subscription), free tier (No), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Webinar & Virtual Events).
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 Citrix ShareFile
- Secure file sharing
- Access controls
- Versioning
- Audit trails
- Mobile apps
- Microsoft 365
- ServiceNow
- Slack
Only in Whova
- Event mobile app
- Agenda management
- Attendee networking
- Live polling
- Virtual sessions
- Zoom
- HubSpot
- Mailchimp
Both cover
- Salesforce
- Android support
- Web support
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Citrix ShareFile
- Sending large client files securely with encrypted email and request linksnot Whova
- Compliance oriented document exchange with external clientsnot Whova
Whova
- Event planningnot Citrix ShareFile
- Ticket salesnot Citrix ShareFile
- Attendee managementnot Citrix ShareFile
- Virtual eventsnot Citrix ShareFile
- Event marketingnot Citrix ShareFile
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
Citrix ShareFile
- Integrated electronic signature is included only on the ShareFile Premium plans
- On-premises and hybrid storage are available only with the Enterprise plans
- Only employee users are licensed and can manage the account; client users are unlimited but limited to uploading and downloading files
Whova
- Mobile app experiences slow loading and occasional crashes during large events
- Limited customization options to align with specific event branding needs
- Notification overload can overwhelm attendees with too many messages
- Default privacy settings include contact sharing concerns and data hosting in the US
Pricing, plan by plan
Citrix ShareFile
On request- Standard$13/month
- 100 GB storage
- Basic collaboration
- Advanced$25/month
- 500 GB storage
- Advanced features
- Enterprise$50/month
- Unlimited storage
- Custom support
Whova
$1500/event- Basic$1500/event
- Event app
- Agenda builder
- Networking
- Professional$3000/event
- Virtual event support
- Gamification
- Analytics
- Enterprise$6000/event
- Custom development
- API access
- Dedicated support
Which should you pick?
Choose Citrix ShareFile if
- You need secure file sharing.
- You work on Windows, Mac, IOS, Android, Web.
- You also want access controls.
Choose Whova if
- You need event mobile app.
- You work on Web, iOS, Android.
- You also want agenda management.
Questions people ask
- Is Citrix ShareFile or Whova better?
- Neither clearly leads. Citrix ShareFile starts at On request and Whova at $1500/event, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Citrix ShareFile or Whova?
- Citrix ShareFile starts at On request and Whova at $1500/event.
- Does Citrix ShareFile or Whova run on more platforms?
- Citrix ShareFile runs on Windows, Mac, IOS, Android, Web. Whova runs on Web, iOS, Android.
- What is Citrix ShareFile best used for?
- Citrix ShareFile is most often used for sending large client files securely with encrypted email and request links, compliance oriented document exchange with external clients. Of those, sending large client files securely with encrypted email and request links and compliance oriented document exchange with external clients are not what Whova is typically brought in for.
- What can Citrix ShareFile do that Whova cannot?
- Citrix ShareFile covers Secure file sharing, Access controls, Versioning, Audit trails. Whova covers Event mobile app, Agenda management, Attendee networking, Live polling. Both handle Salesforce, Android support, Web support.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
Whova: How much does Whova cost?
Whova uses a quote-based pricing model. Final cost depends on event size, frequency, and features required. Contact their sales team for customized pricing.
SourceWhova: Does Whova offer a free tier or trial?
Whova does not publish a permanent free plan, but offers no per-ticket registration fees for free events. A demo/trial is available by request.
SourceWhova: What platforms does Whova support?
Whova provides native apps for iOS and Android covering 97% of mobile users, plus a web portal accessible from any device including browsers on laptops and desktops.
SourceWhova: Does Whova integrate with other tools?
Yes, Whova integrates with Zoom, Slack, and Mailchimp through Zapier for automation, enabling seamless data flow between platforms without manual data entry.
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