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WebinarJam vs Whova

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WebinarJam

Webinars

Complete webinar and live streaming solution for creators

From
$1/trial
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Whova logo

Whova

Webinars

Award-winning event management app

From
$1500/event
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: WebinarJam every plan caps webinar length: 1 hour on Starter, 2 hours on Basic, 3 hours on Professional and 4 hours on Enterprise; Whova mobile app experiences slow loading and occasional crashes during large events
  • They diverge on capability: WebinarJam covers Multiple cameras, Whova covers Event mobile app.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which WebinarJam and Whova actually diverge.

Attributes where WebinarJam and Whova differ
AttributeWebinarJamWhova
Starting price$1/trial$1500/event
PlatformsWindows, Mac, WebWeb, iOS, Android
Founded20102012

Identical on both: pricing model (subscription), free tier (No), 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 WebinarJam

  • Multiple cameras
  • Custom backgrounds
  • Attendee polls
  • Email integration
  • Analytics
  • ActiveCampaign
  • ConvertKit
  • GetResponse

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.

WebinarJam

  • Hosting live sales webinars with attendee chat and offersnot Whova
  • Running automated replays of recorded webinarsnot Whova

Whova

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

Where each one falls short

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

WebinarJam

  • Every plan caps webinar length: 1 hour on Starter, 2 hours on Basic, 3 hours on Professional and 4 hours on Enterprise
  • The Starter plan at $49 per month allows only 100 attendees per webinar and a single host
  • Even the $499 per month Enterprise plan caps attendance at 5,000 per webinar and 6 hosts
  • Additional team member seats are capped per plan, at 1 on Starter and 25 on Enterprise
  • Annual rates such as $39 per month on Starter require paying for a full year upfront

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

WebinarJam

$1/trial
  • Basic Trial$1/14 days
    • 500 attendees per webinar
    • 2 hours max duration
    • 2 hosts included
  • Starter$49/month
    • 100 attendees per webinar
    • 1 hour max duration
    • 1 host included
  • Basic$99/month
    • 500 attendees per webinar
    • 2 hours max duration
    • 2 hosts included
  • Professional$299/month
    • 2,000 attendees per webinar
    • 3 hours max duration
    • 4 hosts included

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 WebinarJam if

  • You need multiple cameras.
  • You work on Windows, Mac, Web.
  • You also want custom backgrounds.
WebinarJam 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 WebinarJam or Whova better?
Neither clearly leads. WebinarJam starts at $1/trial and Whova at $1500/event, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, WebinarJam or Whova?
WebinarJam starts at $1/trial and Whova at $1500/event.
Does WebinarJam or Whova run on more platforms?
WebinarJam runs on Windows, Mac, Web. Whova runs on Web, iOS, Android.
What is WebinarJam best used for?
WebinarJam is most often used for hosting live sales webinars with attendee chat and offers, running automated replays of recorded webinars. Of those, hosting live sales webinars with attendee chat and offers and running automated replays of recorded webinars are not what Whova is typically brought in for.
What can WebinarJam do that Whova cannot?
WebinarJam covers Multiple cameras, Custom backgrounds, Attendee polls, Email integration. Whova covers Event mobile app, Agenda management, Attendee networking, Live polling. Both handle Web support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

WebinarJam: How many attendees can join each WebinarJam plan?

Starter supports 100 attendees, Basic supports 500, Professional supports 2,000, and Enterprise supports up to 5,000 attendees per webinar.

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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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WebinarJam: What is the maximum webinar duration for each WebinarJam plan?

Starter allows 1 hour max, Basic allows 2 hours, Professional allows 3 hours, and Enterprise allows 4 hours maximum duration per webinar.

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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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WebinarJam: How much can I save by paying annually for WebinarJam?

WebinarJam annual billing saves money across all plans: Starter saves $120/year, Basic saves $240/year, Professional saves $840/year, and Enterprise saves $1,440/year compared to monthly billing.

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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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WebinarJam: Does WebinarJam offer a money-back guarantee?

Yes, WebinarJam includes a 30-day money-back guarantee on all plans, allowing risk-free purchasing.

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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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