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Hopin vs Krisp

Hopin logo

Hopin

Webinar & Virtual Events

Virtual and hybrid events at scale

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Krisp logo

Krisp

Remote Work

AI-powered noise cancellation and background blur

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Hopin platform complexity with feature breadth that results in no single feature being particularly strong compared to specialized competitors; Krisp accent conversion is metered daily rather than monthly, at 1 hour a day on Core and 4 on Advanced
  • They diverge on capability: Hopin covers Virtual stages, Krisp covers AI noise cancellation.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Hopin and Krisp actually diverge.

Attributes where Hopin and Krisp differ
AttributeHopinKrisp
Pricing modelUnknownfreemium
PlatformsWeb, iOS, AndroidWeb, Windows, Macos, Linux
CategoryWebinar & Virtual EventsRemote Work
Founded20192017

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated).

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
  • HubSpot
  • Salesforce

Only in Krisp

  • AI noise cancellation
  • Background blur
  • Virtual backgrounds
  • Screen recording
  • Works with any app
  • Cross-platform
  • Zoom
  • Skype

Both cover

  • Web support

What people use each for

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

Hopin

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

Krisp

  • Removing background noise and echo from calls and recordingsnot Hopin
  • Transcribing meetings and generating AI notesnot 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

Krisp

  • Accent conversion is metered daily rather than monthly, at 1 hour a day on Core and 4 on Advanced
  • There is no free tier, only a 7 day trial
  • Manager view, Salesforce integration and advanced admin controls require the Advanced plan at $30 per user per month
  • SSO, SCIM, HIPAA compliance and on device transcription are Enterprise only
  • The advertised $8 and $15 rates require annual billing, doubling to $16 and $30 monthly

Pricing, plan by plan

Hopin

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the Hopin review.

Krisp

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Noise cancellation
    • Background blur
    • 3 background videos
  • Pro$5/month
    • Everything in Free
    • Unlimited backgrounds
    • Recording

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.
Hopin review

Choose Krisp if

  • You need ai noise cancellation.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Windows, Macos, Linux.
  • You also want background blur.
Krisp review

Questions people ask

Is Hopin or Krisp better?
Neither clearly leads. Hopin starts at Free and Krisp at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Hopin or Krisp?
Hopin starts at Free and Krisp at Free.
Does Hopin or Krisp run on more platforms?
Hopin runs on Web, iOS, Android. Krisp runs on Web, Windows, Macos, Linux.
Can I use Hopin for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
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 Krisp is typically brought in for.
What can Hopin do that Krisp cannot?
Hopin covers Virtual stages, Networking sessions, Expo areas, Breakout rooms. Krisp covers AI noise cancellation, Background blur, Virtual backgrounds, Screen recording. Both handle 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.

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Hopin: 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.

Source
Hopin: 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.

Source
Hopin: 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.

Source
Hopin: 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.

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