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Cvent vs WorkCast

Cvent logo

Cvent

Webinars

Event technology for every event

From
$10000/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
WorkCast logo

WorkCast

Webinars

Enterprise webinar and virtual event platform for global reach

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Cvent high cost prohibitive for small organizations and nonprofits; WorkCast listed on UK G-Cloud 14, the WorkCast Corporation's own Virtual Events pricing document offers a 14-day free trial covering the Lite and Pro licence tiers of the WorkCast platform
  • They diverge on capability: Cvent covers Event registration, WorkCast covers Live webcasting.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Cvent and WorkCast actually diverge.

Attributes where Cvent and WorkCast differ
AttributeCventWorkCast
Starting price$10000/monthOn request
Pricing modelUnknownsubscription
PlatformsWeb, MobileWeb, IOS, Android
Founded19992007

Identical on both: free tier (No), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Webinars).

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 Cvent

  • Event registration
  • Venue sourcing
  • Attendee management
  • Mobile event app
  • Event marketing
  • SAP
  • Oracle
  • Ios support

Only in WorkCast

  • Live webcasting
  • On-demand content
  • Virtual events
  • Audience engagement
  • Multi-language support
  • Eloqua
  • IOS support

Both cover

  • Salesforce
  • Marketo
  • Microsoft Dynamics
  • Web support
  • Android support

What people use each for

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

Cvent

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

WorkCast

  • Virtual Eventsnot Cvent
  • Webinarsnot Cvent
  • Webcastingnot Cvent

Where each one falls short

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

Cvent

  • High cost prohibitive for small organizations and nonprofits
  • Complex modular pricing makes budgeting difficult

WorkCast

  • Listed on UK G-Cloud 14, the WorkCast Corporation's own Virtual Events pricing document offers a 14-day free trial covering the Lite and Pro licence tiers of the WorkCast platform

Pricing, plan by plan

Cvent

$10000/month

No published plan breakdown. See the Cvent review.

WorkCast

On request
  • Professional$499/month
    • Up to 500 attendees
    • Custom branding
    • Analytics dashboard
  • Business$999/month
    • Up to 2000 attendees
    • Multi-language support
    • Priority support
  • Enterprise$2499/month
    • Unlimited attendees
    • Dedicated success manager
    • Custom integrations

Which should you pick?

Choose Cvent if

  • You need event registration.
  • You work on Web, Mobile.
  • You also want venue sourcing.
Cvent review

Choose WorkCast if

  • You need live webcasting.
  • You work on Web, IOS, Android.
  • You also want on-demand content.
WorkCast review

Questions people ask

Is Cvent or WorkCast better?
Neither clearly leads. Cvent starts at $10000/month and WorkCast at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Cvent or WorkCast?
Cvent starts at $10000/month and WorkCast at On request.
Does Cvent or WorkCast run on more platforms?
Cvent runs on Web, Mobile. WorkCast runs on Web, IOS, Android.
What is Cvent best used for?
Cvent is most often used for event planning, ticket sales, attendee management, virtual events. Of those, event planning and ticket sales are not what WorkCast is typically brought in for.
What can Cvent do that WorkCast cannot?
Cvent covers Event registration, Venue sourcing, Attendee management, Mobile event app. WorkCast covers Live webcasting, On-demand content, Virtual events, Audience engagement. Both handle Salesforce, Marketo, Microsoft Dynamics, Web support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Cvent: Does Cvent offer a free trial or demo?

Cvent does not list pricing on its website but offers customized demos and evaluations. No free trial is publicly available.

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WorkCast: What are the base pricing tiers for Workcast?

Workcast's Business Plan starts at £95 per month with 2 users and up to 1,000 registrations per month. Business Pro is available on request for 5 users, and Enterprise plans are custom-priced based on your requirements.

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Cvent: What modules are available?

Core modules include Registration, Attendee Hub, OnArrival, event app, badge printing, and real-time reporting. Additional modules can be added based on event needs.

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WorkCast: What is the contract length for Workcast subscriptions?

All plans require a 12-month subscription term, though monthly payment options are available within that commitment.

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Cvent: Does it support virtual and hybrid events?

Yes. Cvent Event Management supports in-person, virtual, and hybrid events with integrated registration, attendee engagement, and reporting across all formats.

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WorkCast: Does Workcast offer a free trial?

Yes, Workcast provides a 14-day free trial that allows you to experiment with the platform before committing to a paid plan.

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Cvent: How much does it cost?

Cvent pricing starts at $10,000 per month and scales to $100,000+ for enterprise deployments, with costs based on selected modules and event volume. Exact pricing requires a sales consultation.

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WorkCast: What support do I get with my Workcast plan?

All plans include dedicated onboarding, self-service resources, a learning portal, and 24/5 live support. Enterprise customers receive a dedicated account manager with regular scheduled meetings.

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WorkCast: Is there a pay-as-you-go option for one-time webinars?

Yes, Workcast offers a pay-per-use managed service option for single webinars in addition to their subscription plans.

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