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Grip vs Priava

Grip logo

Grip

Events

AI-powered event networking

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Priava logo

Priava

Events

Venue and event management software

From
$250/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Grip no published pricing - requires contacting sales for custom quotes; Priava priava now operates under the Momentus brand (gomomentus.com, which retains a Priava Login link). Pricing is quote based and packaged by tier; the vendor states "Momentus pricing is quote-based and packaged by tier... Your quote is based on venue count, annual event volume, workflow scope, integrations, and onboarding needs."
  • They diverge on capability: Grip covers AI recommendations, Priava covers Venue booking.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Grip and Priava actually diverge.

Attributes where Grip and Priava differ
AttributeGripPriava
Starting priceOn request$250/month
Pricing modelUnknownsubscription
PlatformsWeb, MobileWeb, Ios, Android
Founded20142003

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

  • AI recommendations
  • Meeting scheduler
  • Intent data
  • Lead scoring
  • Analytics
  • HubSpot
  • Cvent
  • Eventbrite

Only in Priava

  • Venue booking
  • Resource management
  • CRM
  • Invoicing
  • Reporting
  • Xero
  • QuickBooks
  • Microsoft Outlook

Both cover

  • Salesforce
  • Web support
  • Ios support
  • Android support

What people use each for

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

Grip

  • Event planning
  • Ticket sales
  • Attendee management
  • Virtual events
  • Event marketing

Priava

  • Event planning
  • Ticket sales
  • Attendee management
  • Virtual events
  • Event marketing

Both are used for event planning, ticket sales, attendee management, virtual events, event marketing, on those jobs the choice comes down to price and fit rather than capability.

Where each one falls short

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

Grip

  • No published pricing - requires contacting sales for custom quotes
  • Roundtables limited to 25 active audio/video participants out of 100 max attendees
  • Only Standard sessions supported for in-person-only events; other formats require virtual or hybrid setup
  • Platform setup requires privacy policy and user agreement, plus delivery manager coordination

Priava

  • Priava now operates under the Momentus brand (gomomentus.com, which retains a Priava Login link). Pricing is quote based and packaged by tier; the vendor states "Momentus pricing is quote-based and packaged by tier... Your quote is based on venue count, annual event volume, workflow scope, integrations, and onboarding needs."

Pricing, plan by plan

Grip

On request

No published plan breakdown. See the Grip review.

Priava

$250/month
  • Essential$250/month
    • Bookings
    • Calendar
    • Basic reporting
  • Professional$450/month
    • CRM
    • Invoicing
    • Resource management
  • Enterprise$750/month
    • Multi-venue
    • API access
    • Custom development

Which should you pick?

Choose Grip if

  • You need ai recommendations.
  • You work on Web, Mobile.
  • You also want meeting scheduler.
Grip review

Choose Priava if

  • You need venue booking.
  • You work on Web, Ios, Android.
  • You also want resource management.
Priava review

Questions people ask

Is Grip or Priava better?
Neither clearly leads. Grip starts at On request and Priava at $250/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Grip or Priava?
Grip starts at On request and Priava at $250/month.
Does Grip or Priava run on more platforms?
Grip runs on Web, Mobile. Priava runs on Web, Ios, Android.
What is Grip best used for?
Grip is most often used for event planning, ticket sales, attendee management, virtual events.
What can Grip do that Priava cannot?
Grip covers AI recommendations, Meeting scheduler, Intent data, Lead scoring. Priava covers Venue booking, Resource management, CRM, Invoicing. Both handle Salesforce, Web support, Ios support, Android support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Grip: How does Grip's AI matchmaking work?

Grip uses 16 machine learning algorithms on billions of interaction data to generate over 70 million recommendations annually. It analyzes attendee preferences and behaviors to suggest relevant connections.

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Priava: What happened to Priava?

Priava has been acquired and rebranded as Momentus, a comprehensive event and venue management platform.

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Grip: What are the main features?

Grip includes AI-powered matchmaking, interactive floor plans, direct messaging and video, meeting scheduling, sponsored sessions, live streams, and round tables for networking events.

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Priava: Is there a legacy Priava login?

Yes, a Priava login is still referenced in Momentus resources, suggesting legacy users can access their accounts through the prior interface.

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Grip: How is Grip priced?

Grip uses custom pricing based on event needs. Pricing is not publicly listed; organizers must contact sales for quotes.

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Priava: How many Momentus product tiers exist?

Momentus offers three main tiers: Enterprise (for corporate campuses, universities, convention centers), Elite (for stadiums, arenas, performing arts), and WeTrack (risk and incident management).

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Grip: Can I integrate Grip with existing event management systems?

Yes. Grip acquired Connectiv EMS and integrates with existing event management systems, allowing you to use Grip's features with your current event tech stack.

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Priava: How do I find Momentus pricing?

Pricing is not published on the landing page. Visitors must book a demo or use the ROI calculator to discuss costs with the sales team.

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