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HubSpot CRM vs Whova

HubSpot CRM logo

HubSpot CRM

Software

Free CRM for sales and marketing

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Whova logo

Whova

Software

Award-winning event management app

From
$1500/event
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only HubSpot CRM has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: HubSpot CRM starter tier starts at 15 USD per month per seat and Enterprise features like single sign-on require the 75 USD per month per seat tier; Whova mobile app experiences slow loading and occasional crashes during large events
  • They diverge on capability: HubSpot CRM covers Contact management, Whova covers Event mobile app.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which HubSpot CRM and Whova actually diverge.

Attributes where HubSpot CRM and Whova differ
AttributeHubSpot CRMWhova
Starting priceFree$1500/event
Pricing modelfreemiumsubscription
Free tierYesNo
PlatformsWeb, Mobile iOS, Mobile AndroidWeb, iOS, Android
Founded20062012

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 HubSpot CRM

  • Contact management
  • Deal tracking
  • Email
  • Reporting
  • Automation
  • Slack
  • GitHub
  • Zapier

Only in Whova

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

Both cover

  • Salesforce
  • Web support

What people use each for

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

HubSpot CRM

  • Video Conferencingnot Whova
  • Team Collaborationnot Whova
  • Project Managementnot Whova

Whova

  • Event planningnot HubSpot CRM
  • Ticket salesnot HubSpot CRM
  • Attendee managementnot HubSpot CRM
  • Virtual eventsnot HubSpot CRM
  • Event marketingnot HubSpot CRM

Where each one falls short

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

HubSpot CRM

  • Starter tier starts at 15 USD per month per seat and Enterprise features like single sign-on require the 75 USD per month per seat tier

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

HubSpot CRM

Free
  • FreeFree
    • CRM
    • Landing pages
    • Email
  • Starter$50/month
    • Email campaigns
    • Advanced features
    • Support
  • Professional$800/month
    • Advanced automation
    • Custom integration
    • 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 HubSpot CRM if

  • You need contact management.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Mobile iOS, Mobile Android.
  • You also want deal tracking.
HubSpot CRM 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 HubSpot CRM or Whova better?
Neither clearly leads. HubSpot CRM starts at Free and Whova at $1500/event, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, HubSpot CRM or Whova?
HubSpot CRM has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for HubSpot CRM and $1500/event for Whova.
Does HubSpot CRM or Whova run on more platforms?
HubSpot CRM runs on Web, Mobile iOS, Mobile Android. Whova runs on Web, iOS, Android.
Can I use HubSpot CRM for free?
Yes. HubSpot CRM has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Whova starts at $1500/event.
What is HubSpot CRM best used for?
HubSpot CRM is most often used for video conferencing, team collaboration, project management. Of those, video conferencing and team collaboration are not what Whova is typically brought in for.
What can HubSpot CRM do that Whova cannot?
HubSpot CRM covers Contact management, Deal tracking, Email, Reporting. Whova covers Event mobile app, Agenda management, Attendee networking, Live polling. Both handle Salesforce, Web 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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