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Whova vs Zuddl

Whova logo

Whova

Software

Award-winning event management app

From
$1500/event
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Zuddl logo

Zuddl

Software

Unified event marketing platform for virtual, hybrid, and in-person events

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Whova mobile app experiences slow loading and occasional crashes during large events; Zuddl pricing starts at $10,000 per year and covers only two organizer seats
  • They diverge on capability: Whova covers Event mobile app, Zuddl covers Virtual events.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Whova and Zuddl actually diverge.

Attributes where Whova and Zuddl differ
AttributeWhovaZuddl
Starting price$1500/eventOn request
Founded20122020

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
  • Mailchimp
  • Eventbrite
  • Ios support

Only in Zuddl

  • Virtual events
  • Hybrid events
  • In-person check-in
  • Sponsor showcases
  • Engagement tools
  • Marketo
  • IOS support

Both cover

  • Zoom
  • 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 Zuddl
  • Ticket salesnot Zuddl
  • Attendee managementnot Zuddl
  • Virtual eventsnot Zuddl
  • Event marketingnot Zuddl

Zuddl

  • Running webinars, field events and conferences from one platformnot Whova
  • Enterprise demand generation event programmesnot 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

Zuddl

  • Pricing starts at $10,000 per year and covers only two organizer seats
  • A minimum of two organizer licences is required to open an account
  • Extra collaborator seats cost $170 per month billed annually on top of the platform fee
  • Portals, the mobile app, Event Hub, Event Series and AI content repurposing are priced as add-ons rather than included
  • The price also scales with total annual virtual attendee volume, and that attendee pricing is not published

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

Zuddl

On request
  • Starter$599/month
    • Up to 500 attendees
    • Virtual events
    • Basic analytics
  • Growth$1299/month
    • Up to 2000 attendees
    • Hybrid events
    • Advanced features
  • Enterprise$2999/month
    • Unlimited attendees
    • Full customization
    • Dedicated support

Which should you pick?

Choose Whova if

  • You need event mobile app.
  • You work on Web, iOS, Android.
  • You also want agenda management.
Whova review

Choose Zuddl if

  • You need virtual events.
  • You work on Web, IOS, Android.
  • You also want hybrid events.
Zuddl review

Questions people ask

Is Whova or Zuddl better?
Neither clearly leads. Whova starts at $1500/event and Zuddl at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Whova or Zuddl?
Whova starts at $1500/event and Zuddl at On request.
Does Whova or Zuddl run on more platforms?
Whova runs on Web, iOS, Android. Zuddl 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 Zuddl is typically brought in for.
What can Whova do that Zuddl cannot?
Whova covers Event mobile app, Agenda management, Attendee networking, Live polling. Zuddl covers Virtual events, Hybrid events, In-person check-in, Sponsor showcases. Both handle Zoom, Salesforce, HubSpot, Web 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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