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Hopin vs vMix

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Hopin

Software

Virtual and hybrid events at scale

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
vMix logo

vMix

Software

Professional live streaming and production software

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Hopin has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Hopin platform complexity with feature breadth that results in no single feature being particularly strong compared to specialized competitors; vMix basic HD at $60 is limited to 4 total inputs, 1 vMix Call caller, 1 instant replay camera and 1 SRT output
  • They diverge on capability: Hopin covers Virtual stages, vMix covers Multi-camera support.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Hopin and vMix actually diverge.

Attributes where Hopin and vMix differ
AttributeHopinvMix
Starting priceFreeOn request
Pricing modelUnknownsubscription
Free tierYesNo
PlatformsWeb, iOS, AndroidWindows
Founded20192013

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
  • HubSpot
  • Salesforce

Only in vMix

  • Multi-camera support
  • Virtual sets
  • Live effects
  • Screen sharing
  • Multi-platform streaming
  • YouTube
  • Facebook
  • Twitch

What people use each for

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

Hopin

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

vMix

  • Live video production switching for broadcasts and streamsnot Hopin
  • Multi camera instant replay for live sportsnot Hopin
  • Bringing remote guests into a production over vMix Callnot Hopin
  • Recording and streaming in 4K from a Windows workstationnot 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

vMix

  • Basic HD at $60 is limited to 4 total inputs, 1 vMix Call caller, 1 instant replay camera and 1 SRT output
  • 4K resolution above 1920x1080 requires the 4K edition at $700 or higher
  • Lifetime licences include free updates for the first 12 months only
  • vMix Call is capped at 4 callers on the HD edition and 8 on 4K, Pro and MAX
  • SRT outputs are limited to 1 on Basic HD and HD editions
  • The MAX edition is subscription only at $50 per month and stops receiving updates when the subscription lapses

Pricing, plan by plan

Hopin

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the Hopin review.

vMix

On request
  • Starter$60/month
    • Basic streaming
    • 4 inputs
  • Professional$300/month
    • Advanced features
    • 8 inputs
  • Premium$600/month
    • All features
    • Unlimited inputs

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 vMix if

  • You need multi-camera support.
  • You work on Windows.
  • You also want virtual sets.
vMix review

Questions people ask

Is Hopin or vMix better?
Neither clearly leads. Hopin starts at Free and vMix at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Hopin or vMix?
Hopin has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for Hopin and On request for vMix.
Does Hopin or vMix run on more platforms?
Hopin runs on Web, iOS, Android. vMix runs on Windows.
Can I use Hopin for free?
Yes. Hopin has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. vMix 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 vMix is typically brought in for.
What can Hopin do that vMix cannot?
Hopin covers Virtual stages, Networking sessions, Expo areas, Breakout rooms. vMix covers Multi-camera support, Virtual sets, Live effects, Screen sharing.

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.

Source
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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