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StreamYard vs Whova

StreamYard logo

StreamYard

Webinars

Professional live streaming made easy

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Whova logo

Whova

Webinars

Award-winning event management app

From
$1500/event
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only StreamYard has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: StreamYard the free plan stamps a StreamYard logo on every stream, caps local recordings at 2 hours per month, allows 6 on screen participants and 1 seat; Whova mobile app experiences slow loading and occasional crashes during large events
  • They diverge on capability: StreamYard covers Multi-streaming, Whova covers Event mobile app.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which StreamYard and Whova actually diverge.

Attributes where StreamYard and Whova differ
AttributeStreamYardWhova
Starting priceFree$1500/event
Free tierYesNo
PlatformsWebWeb, iOS, Android
Founded20182012

Identical on both: pricing model (subscription), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Webinars).

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 StreamYard

  • Multi-streaming
  • Custom branding
  • Screen sharing
  • Guest management
  • Recording
  • YouTube
  • Facebook
  • LinkedIn

Only in Whova

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

Both cover

  • Web support

What people use each for

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

StreamYard

  • Browser based live streaming to YouTube, Facebook and other destinations at oncenot Whova
  • Recording remote guest interviews and podcasts with on screen brandingnot Whova
  • Running small webinars with a live viewer audiencenot Whova

Whova

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

Where each one falls short

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

StreamYard

  • The free plan stamps a StreamYard logo on every stream, caps local recordings at 2 hours per month, allows 6 on screen participants and 1 seat
  • 1080p full HD, watermark removal and unlimited streaming require the Core plan at $44.99 per month billed monthly
  • Core limits multistreaming to 3 destinations; 8 destinations require Advanced at $88.99 per month
  • Core caps permanent recording storage at 50 hours
  • 4K local recording, on air webinars for up to 100 viewers, extra camera and transcript downloads are Advanced only
  • The free trial on paid plans runs 7 days

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

StreamYard

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Basic studio features
    • Local recordings 2 hours per month
    • 6 on-screen participants
  • Core$44.99/month
    • Full HD 1080p
    • Multistream to 3 destinations
    • Unlimited streaming and recording
  • Advanced$88.99/month
    • 4K recording
    • Multistream to 8 destinations
    • 15 backstage participants

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 StreamYard if

  • You need multi-streaming.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You also want custom branding.
StreamYard 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 StreamYard or Whova better?
Neither clearly leads. StreamYard 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, StreamYard or Whova?
StreamYard has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for StreamYard and $1500/event for Whova.
Does StreamYard or Whova run on more platforms?
StreamYard runs on Web. Whova runs on Web, iOS, Android.
Can I use StreamYard for free?
Yes. StreamYard has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Whova starts at $1500/event.
What is StreamYard best used for?
StreamYard is most often used for browser based live streaming to youtube, facebook and other destinations at once, recording remote guest interviews and podcasts with on screen branding, running small webinars with a live viewer audience. Of those, browser based live streaming to youtube, facebook and other destinations at once and recording remote guest interviews and podcasts with on screen branding are not what Whova is typically brought in for.
What can StreamYard do that Whova cannot?
StreamYard covers Multi-streaming, Custom branding, Screen sharing, Guest management. Whova covers Event mobile app, Agenda management, Attendee networking, Live polling. Both handle Web support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

StreamYard: Is there a free trial?

Yes, StreamYard offers a 7-day free trial and a 7-day money-back guarantee on your first purchase.

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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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StreamYard: What is the annual discount for Core plan?

The Core plan costs $44.99 per month when billed monthly, but only $35.99 per month when billed annually, representing 22% savings.

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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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StreamYard: What are the differences between Core and Advanced plans?

Advanced plan adds 4K recording, multistream to 8 destinations instead of 3, and 15 backstage participants. Core plan provides 1080p HD, multistream to 3 destinations, and 50 hours cloud storage.

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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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