Software · head to head
Hopin vs Intrado Virtual Events
Intrado Virtual Events
Software
Enterprise virtual events and webinar platform
- From
- On request
- Rated
- -
The short version
- Only Hopin has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
- They diverge on capability: Hopin covers Virtual stages, Intrado Virtual Events covers Networking tools.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Hopin and Intrado Virtual Events actually diverge.
| Attribute | Hopin | Intrado Virtual Events |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | Free | On request |
| Pricing model | Unknown | subscription |
| Free tier | Yes | No |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Windows, Mac, IOS, Android, Web |
| Founded | 2019 | 1997 |
Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated), category (Unknown).
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 Hopin
- Virtual stages
- Networking sessions
- Expo areas
- Breakout rooms
- Live streaming
- Stripe
- Zapier
- Ios support
Only in Intrado Virtual Events
- Networking tools
- Sponsor management
- Multi-track sessions
- Analytics
- Recording
- Adobe Analytics
- Windows support
- Mac support
Both cover
- HubSpot
- Salesforce
- Marketo
- Web support
- Android support
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Hopin
- Event planningnot Intrado Virtual Events
- Ticket salesnot Intrado Virtual Events
- Attendee managementnot Intrado Virtual Events
- Virtual eventsnot Intrado Virtual Events
- Event marketingnot Intrado Virtual Events
Intrado Virtual Events
- Professional Worknot Hopin
- Content Creationnot Hopin
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
Hopin
- Platform complexity with feature breadth that results in no single feature being particularly strong compared to specialized competitors
- Hard registration caps with additional charges if events exceed 100 registrations
- Post-acquisition delays with slow account activation taking up to 45 days and slow responses to onboarding questions
- High pricing particularly problematic for organizations running occasional or simple webinars
- No Facebook or YouTube live streaming integration and limited caption support for accessibility
Intrado Virtual Events
Nothing recorded yet. See the Intrado Virtual Events review.
Pricing, plan by plan
Hopin
FreeNo published plan breakdown. See the Hopin review.
Intrado Virtual Events
On request- Standard$1000/month
- Event management
- Basic features
- Professional$2500/month
- Advanced features
- Networking
- Enterprise$5000/month
- Custom solutions
- Dedicated support
Which should you pick?
Choose Hopin if
- You need virtual stages.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Web, iOS, Android.
- You also want networking sessions.
Choose Intrado Virtual Events if
- You need networking tools.
- You work on Windows, Mac, IOS, Android, Web.
- You also want sponsor management.
Questions people ask
- Is Hopin or Intrado Virtual Events better?
- Neither clearly leads. Hopin starts at Free and Intrado Virtual Events at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Hopin or Intrado Virtual Events?
- Hopin has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for Hopin and On request for Intrado Virtual Events.
- Does Hopin or Intrado Virtual Events run on more platforms?
- Hopin runs on Web, iOS, Android. Intrado Virtual Events runs on Windows, Mac, IOS, Android, Web.
- Can I use Hopin for free?
- Yes. Hopin has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Intrado Virtual Events starts at On request.
- What is Hopin best used for?
- Hopin is most often used for event planning, ticket sales, attendee management, virtual events. Of those, event planning and ticket sales are not what Intrado Virtual Events is typically brought in for.
- What can Hopin do that Intrado Virtual Events cannot?
- Hopin covers Virtual stages, Networking sessions, Expo areas, Breakout rooms. Intrado Virtual Events covers Networking tools, Sponsor management, Multi-track sessions, Analytics. Both handle HubSpot, Salesforce, Marketo, Web support.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
Hopin: What is Hopin's pricing?
Hopin (now RingCentral Events) starts at approximately $99 per organizer per month (billed annually) for the Events Pro plan, with higher tiers at $199 and $299 per month adding onsite capabilities and advanced integrations. A free plan is available with limited features.
SourceHopin: What features does Hopin include?
Hopin provides registration, live streaming, networking tools (1:1 video matchmaking, breakout rooms), virtual reception and expo areas, real-time analytics and reporting, and integrations with Salesforce, HubSpot, Marketo, and Pardot.
SourceHopin: Can Hopin live stream to Facebook or YouTube?
No. Hopin does not offer native options to live stream video conferencing directly to Facebook or YouTube. This requires manual setup or third-party solutions.
SourceHopin: Does Hopin provide automated captions during events?
Hopin does not offer built-in caption support across all features, which is a limitation for accessibility and engagement during live sessions.
SourceHopin: Who acquired Hopin?
RingCentral acquired Hopin in late 2023. The platform is now sold as RingCentral Events with ongoing support and updates managed by RingCentral.