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eWebinar vs Whova

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eWebinar

Webinars

Automated and evergreen webinar platform

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
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Whova

Webinars

Award-winning event management app

From
$1500/event
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only eWebinar has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: eWebinar the subscription level is set automatically by how many active eWebinars you have, so the bill moves up on its own as you publish more; Whova mobile app experiences slow loading and occasional crashes during large events
  • They diverge on capability: eWebinar covers Evergreen webinars, Whova covers Event mobile app.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which eWebinar and Whova actually diverge.

Attributes where eWebinar and Whova differ
AttributeeWebinarWhova
Starting priceFree$1500/event
Free tierYesNo
PlatformsWindows, Mac, IOS, Android, WebWeb, iOS, Android
Founded20162012

Identical on both: pricing model (subscription), 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 eWebinar

  • Evergreen webinars
  • Live-like automation
  • Lead scoring
  • Integrations
  • Analytics
  • Zapier
  • ActiveCampaign
  • Windows support

Only in Whova

  • Event mobile app
  • Agenda management
  • Attendee networking
  • Live polling
  • Virtual sessions
  • Zoom
  • Mailchimp
  • Eventbrite

Both cover

  • HubSpot
  • Salesforce
  • Android support
  • Web support

What people use each for

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

eWebinar

  • Turning recorded demos into automated on-demand webinars with chatnot Whova
  • Evergreen customer onboarding and training sessionsnot Whova

Whova

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

Where each one falls short

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

eWebinar

  • The subscription level is set automatically by how many active eWebinars you have, so the bill moves up on its own as you publish more
  • Level 1 at $99 per month allows only one active eWebinar and 1,000 registrants per month
  • Level 3 at $299 per month covers 15 active eWebinars and charges $15 per month for each additional one
  • Extra registrants are sold only in blocks of 1,000 at $49 per month per block
  • Removing the 'Powered by eWebinar' branding costs $99 per month on top of the subscription
  • Using your own custom domain costs $99 per month extra
  • The Salesforce integration is a $249 per month add-on and the Marketo integration is $179 per month
  • Advanced access control, which restricts who can join by email domain, is a $49 per month add-on
  • The universal cross-webinar dashboard is a $229 per month add-on
  • Enterprise registrant volumes and active webinar counts are quoted by sales with no published rate

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

eWebinar

Free
  • Level 1$99/month
    • Up to 1 active eWebinar
    • 1,000 registrants per month
    • Unlimited recurring sessions
  • Level 2$199/month
    • Up to 5 active eWebinars
    • 3,000 registrants per month
    • Unlimited recurring sessions
  • Level 3$299/month
    • Up to 15 active eWebinars
    • 5,000 registrants per month
    • Additional eWebinars at $15 per month each
  • Enterprise$null/custom
    • Custom active eWebinars
    • Custom registrant limits
    • Enterprise-level features, integrations, and security

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 eWebinar if

  • You need evergreen webinars.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Windows, Mac, IOS, Android, Web.
  • You also want live-like automation.
eWebinar review

Choose Whova if

  • You need event mobile app.
  • You work on Web, iOS, Android.
  • You also want agenda management.
Whova review

Questions people ask

Is eWebinar or Whova better?
Neither clearly leads. eWebinar starts at Free and Whova at $1500/event, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, eWebinar or Whova?
eWebinar has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for eWebinar and $1500/event for Whova.
Does eWebinar or Whova run on more platforms?
eWebinar runs on Windows, Mac, IOS, Android, Web. Whova runs on Web, iOS, Android.
Can I use eWebinar for free?
Yes. eWebinar has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Whova starts at $1500/event.
What is eWebinar best used for?
eWebinar is most often used for turning recorded demos into automated on-demand webinars with chat, evergreen customer onboarding and training sessions. Of those, turning recorded demos into automated on-demand webinars with chat and evergreen customer onboarding and training sessions are not what Whova is typically brought in for.
What can eWebinar do that Whova cannot?
eWebinar covers Evergreen webinars, Live-like automation, Lead scoring, Integrations. Whova covers Event mobile app, Agenda management, Attendee networking, Live polling. Both handle HubSpot, Salesforce, Android support, Web support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

eWebinar: Does eWebinar offer a free trial?

Yes. eWebinar offers a 14-day free trial with no plan selection required. Users can test the platform before committing to a paid subscription.

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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.

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eWebinar: Can I cancel eWebinar anytime?

Yes. eWebinar allows cancellation of subscriptions at any time. Customers are not locked into long-term contracts.

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Whova: 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.

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eWebinar: Do eWebinar pricing levels auto-adjust based on usage?

Yes. eWebinar's pricing model automatically adjusts based on active eWebinars. The three published tiers support 1, 5, and 15 active eWebinars respectively, with additional eWebinars available at $15 per month each in the Level 3 tier.

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Whova: 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.

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Whova: 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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