Software · head to head
Whova vs Crowdstream
Crowdstream
Software
Virtual event and audience engagement platform
- From
- On request
- Rated
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The short version
- They diverge on capability: Whova covers Event mobile app, Crowdstream covers Audience engagement.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Whova and Crowdstream actually diverge.
| Attribute | Whova | Crowdstream |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $1500/event | On request |
| Founded | 2012 | 2019 |
Identical on both: pricing model (subscription), free tier (No), platforms (Web, iOS, Android), 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
- Mailchimp
- Eventbrite
Only in Crowdstream
- Audience engagement
- Networking tools
- Sponsor booths
- Analytics
- Custom branding
- Zapier
- Slack
- IOS support
Both cover
- Salesforce
- HubSpot
- Web support
- Android support
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Whova
- Event planningnot Crowdstream
- Ticket salesnot Crowdstream
- Attendee managementnot Crowdstream
- Virtual eventsnot Crowdstream
- Event marketingnot Crowdstream
Crowdstream
- Professional Worknot Whova
- Content Creationnot 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
Crowdstream
Nothing recorded yet. See the Crowdstream review.
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
Crowdstream
On request- Starter$599/month
- Up to 1000 attendees
- Basic features
- Growth$1499/month
- Up to 5000 attendees
- Advanced features
- Enterprise$2999/month
- Unlimited attendees
- 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 Crowdstream if
- You need audience engagement.
- You work on Web, IOS, Android.
- You also want networking tools.
Questions people ask
- Is Whova or Crowdstream better?
- Neither clearly leads. Whova starts at $1500/event and Crowdstream at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Whova or Crowdstream?
- Whova starts at $1500/event and Crowdstream at On request.
- Does Whova or Crowdstream run on more platforms?
- Whova runs on Web, iOS, Android. Crowdstream runs on Web, IOS, Android.
- 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 Crowdstream is typically brought in for.
- What can Whova do that Crowdstream cannot?
- Whova covers Event mobile app, Agenda management, Attendee networking, Live polling. Crowdstream covers Audience engagement, Networking tools, Sponsor booths, Analytics. Both handle Salesforce, HubSpot, 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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