Software · head to head
Whova vs Citrix ShareFile
Citrix ShareFile
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Secure file sharing and collaboration platform
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The short version
- Each has a real cost: Whova mobile app experiences slow loading and occasional crashes during large events; Citrix ShareFile integrated electronic signature is included only on the ShareFile Premium plans
- They diverge on capability: Whova covers Event mobile app, Citrix ShareFile covers Secure file sharing.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Whova and Citrix ShareFile actually diverge.
| Attribute | Whova | Citrix ShareFile |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $1500/event | On request |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Windows, Mac, IOS, Android, Web |
| Founded | 2012 | 1989 |
Identical on both: pricing model (subscription), free tier (No), 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 Whova
- Event mobile app
- Agenda management
- Attendee networking
- Live polling
- Virtual sessions
- Zoom
- HubSpot
- Mailchimp
Only in Citrix ShareFile
- Secure file sharing
- Access controls
- Versioning
- Audit trails
- Mobile apps
- Microsoft 365
- ServiceNow
- Slack
Both cover
- Salesforce
- Web support
- Android support
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Whova
- Event planningnot Citrix ShareFile
- Ticket salesnot Citrix ShareFile
- Attendee managementnot Citrix ShareFile
- Virtual eventsnot Citrix ShareFile
- Event marketingnot Citrix ShareFile
Citrix ShareFile
- Sending large client files securely with encrypted email and request linksnot Whova
- Compliance oriented document exchange with external clientsnot Whova
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
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
Citrix ShareFile
- Integrated electronic signature is included only on the ShareFile Premium plans
- On-premises and hybrid storage are available only with the Enterprise plans
- Only employee users are licensed and can manage the account; client users are unlimited but limited to uploading and downloading files
Pricing, plan by plan
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
Citrix ShareFile
On request- Standard$13/month
- 100 GB storage
- Basic collaboration
- Advanced$25/month
- 500 GB storage
- Advanced features
- Enterprise$50/month
- Unlimited storage
- Custom support
Which should you pick?
Choose Whova if
- You need event mobile app.
- You work on Web, iOS, Android.
- You also want agenda management.
Choose Citrix ShareFile if
- You need secure file sharing.
- You work on Windows, Mac, IOS, Android, Web.
- You also want access controls.
Questions people ask
- Is Whova or Citrix ShareFile better?
- Neither clearly leads. Whova starts at $1500/event and Citrix ShareFile at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Whova or Citrix ShareFile?
- Whova starts at $1500/event and Citrix ShareFile at On request.
- Does Whova or Citrix ShareFile run on more platforms?
- Whova runs on Web, iOS, Android. Citrix ShareFile runs on Windows, Mac, IOS, Android, Web.
- What is Whova best used for?
- Whova is most often used for event planning, ticket sales, attendee management, virtual events. Of those, event planning and ticket sales are not what Citrix ShareFile is typically brought in for.
- What can Whova do that Citrix ShareFile cannot?
- Whova covers Event mobile app, Agenda management, Attendee networking, Live polling. Citrix ShareFile covers Secure file sharing, Access controls, Versioning, Audit trails. Both handle Salesforce, Web 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.
SourceWhova: 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.
SourceWhova: 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.
SourceWhova: 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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