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RSVPify vs Whova

RSVPify logo

RSVPify

Event Management

RSVP and event management made easy

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Whova logo

Whova

Webinar & Virtual Events

Award-winning event management app

From
$1500/event
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only RSVPify has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: RSVPify lacks advanced event management features like speaker and exhibitor tracking for large-scale conferences; Whova mobile app experiences slow loading and occasional crashes during large events
  • They diverge on capability: RSVPify covers RSVP collection, Whova covers Event mobile app.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which RSVPify and Whova actually diverge.

Attributes where RSVPify and Whova differ
AttributeRSVPifyWhova
Starting priceFree$1500/event
Pricing modelUnknownsubscription
Free tierYesNo
PlatformsWebWeb, iOS, Android
CategoryEvent ManagementWebinar & Virtual Events
Founded20132012

Identical on both: 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 RSVPify

  • RSVP collection
  • Custom forms
  • Seating charts
  • Guest communication
  • Check-in
  • Google Sheets
  • Zapier
  • Stripe

Only in Whova

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

Both cover

  • Mailchimp
  • Web support
  • Ios support
  • Android support

What people use each for

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

RSVPify

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

Whova

  • 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.

RSVPify

  • Lacks advanced event management features like speaker and exhibitor tracking for large-scale conferences
  • Mobile platform is occasionally buggy and less user-friendly for attendees
  • No granular controls for managing event capacity by individual session or activity
  • Limited reporting tools on mobile devices requiring extra manual effort

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

RSVPify

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the RSVPify review.

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 RSVPify if

  • You need rsvp collection.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You also want custom forms.
RSVPify 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 RSVPify or Whova better?
Neither clearly leads. RSVPify 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, RSVPify or Whova?
RSVPify has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for RSVPify and $1500/event for Whova.
Does RSVPify or Whova run on more platforms?
RSVPify runs on Web. Whova runs on Web, iOS, Android.
Can I use RSVPify for free?
Yes. RSVPify has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Whova starts at $1500/event.
What is RSVPify best used for?
RSVPify is most often used for event planning, ticket sales, attendee management, virtual events.
What can RSVPify do that Whova cannot?
RSVPify covers RSVP collection, Custom forms, Seating charts, Guest communication. Whova covers Event mobile app, Agenda management, Attendee networking, Live polling. Both handle Mailchimp, Web support, Ios support, Android 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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