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Goldcast vs Whova

Goldcast logo

Goldcast

Webinar & Virtual Events

The B2B event platform

From
$1000/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Whova logo

Whova

Webinar & Virtual Events

Award-winning event management app

From
$1500/event
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Goldcast no pricing is published for any of the four product lines, and none carries a seat, event or processing limit on the page; Whova mobile app experiences slow loading and occasional crashes during large events
  • They diverge on capability: Goldcast covers Virtual events, Whova covers Event mobile app.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Goldcast and Whova actually diverge.

Attributes where Goldcast and Whova differ
AttributeGoldcastWhova
Starting price$1000/month$1500/event
Founded20202012

Identical on both: pricing model (subscription), free tier (No), platforms (Web, Ios, Android), 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 Goldcast

  • Virtual events
  • Engagement tools
  • Analytics
  • CRM integration
  • Content repurposing
  • Marketo
  • 6sense
  • Demandbase

Only in Whova

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

Both cover

  • Salesforce
  • HubSpot
  • Web support
  • Ios support
  • Android support

What people use each for

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

Goldcast

  • Running digital events and webinars for B2B marketingnot Whova
  • Repurposing recorded sessions into clips and written contentnot Whova

Whova

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

Where each one falls short

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

Goldcast

  • No pricing is published for any of the four product lines, and none carries a seat, event or processing limit on the page
  • Team workspaces, SSO, custom reports and custom permissions are described as enterprise features rather than being included
  • Only the Content Lab offers a self serve start, with everything else beginning at a sales demo

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

Goldcast

$1000/month
  • Starter$1000/month
    • Virtual events
    • Basic analytics
    • 500 registrants
  • Growth$2500/month
    • Advanced analytics
    • CRM sync
    • Custom branding
  • Enterprise$5000/month
    • Unlimited events
    • Full platform
    • Dedicated 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 Goldcast if

  • You need virtual events.
  • You work on Web, Ios, Android.
  • You also want engagement tools.
Goldcast 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 Goldcast or Whova better?
Neither clearly leads. Goldcast starts at $1000/month and Whova at $1500/event, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Goldcast or Whova?
Goldcast starts at $1000/month and Whova at $1500/event.
Does Goldcast or Whova run on more platforms?
Goldcast runs on Web, Ios, Android. Whova runs on Web, iOS, Android.
What is Goldcast best used for?
Goldcast is most often used for running digital events and webinars for b2b marketing, repurposing recorded sessions into clips and written content. Of those, running digital events and webinars for b2b marketing and repurposing recorded sessions into clips and written content are not what Whova is typically brought in for.
What can Goldcast do that Whova cannot?
Goldcast covers Virtual events, Engagement tools, Analytics, CRM integration. Whova covers Event mobile app, Agenda management, Attendee networking, Live polling. Both handle Salesforce, HubSpot, Web support, Ios 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.

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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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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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