Whova Alternative: Eventrize vs Whova (2026 Comparison)
Compare what’s fastest to launch, simplest to run onsite, and best for engagement, without carrying extra complexity.
Choose Eventrize if you want:
- An all-in-one workflow: registration → ticketing → event app → engagement → QR check-in → analytics
- Faster setup and simpler daily operations
- Transparent pricing (no “get a quote” friction)
- Onsite ops visibility with live check-in and badge flow
Choose Whova if you prioritize:
- A platform designed for enterprise-level complexity
- Complex governance
- Announcements via push and email with targeting
- Quote-based pricing and app branding customization (not white-label)
Last updated: Feb 2026
Eventrize vs Whova: Feature & Fit Comparison
Here’s a side-by-side comparison focused on what event teams actually run every day.
| Category | Eventrize | Whova |
|---|---|---|
| Ticketing & Registration | Yes | Yes |
| Event App | Yes | Yes |
| Networking | Yes | Yes |
| Agenda & Sessions | Yes | Yes |
| Engagement Tools (Polls / Surveys) | Yes | Yes |
| Speakers | Yes | Yes |
| Sponsors / Exhibitors | Yes | Yes |
| Expo / Venue Map (Floormap) | Yes | Yes (Floormap) |
| Notifications / Announcements | Yes | Yes (push and/or email; targeted) |
| QR Check-In | Yes | Yes |
| Kiosk Self Check-In | Yes | Available |
| Badge printing (on-demand/onsite) | Yes | Available with kiosk badge printing |
| Lead retrieval | Yes | Add-on (QR scanning) |
| Analytics | Real-time ops + engagement | Engagement/organizer analytics (depth varies) |
| Ease of Use | Designed for speed and simplicity | Engagement-first; setup depends on configuration |
| White-label | Yes | Not white-label; branding customization |
| Pricing | Transparent on website | Quote-based / get a price quote |
Note: Capabilities can vary by package and configuration. Confirm final requirements during evaluation.
Why teams search for a Whova alternative
Whova is strong on attendee engagement, networking, and an event app-first experience.
Some teams, however, want a simpler all-in-one flow with transparent pricing, unified analytics, and onsite visibility: registration to ticketing, kiosk/QR check-in, badge printing, and operations dashboards in one place. That’s where Eventrize fits.
Event app that drives engagement (and stays connected to ops)
Eventrize includes networking, agenda & sessions, polls/surveys/Q&A, speakers & sponsors pages, expo/venue map, notifications, and a smart assistant/chatbot, kept in sync with registration, check-in, and badge flows. Whova focuses on engagement and networking with announcements, live polls, and Floormap for venue/expo mapping.
- Networking plus agenda & session details
- Engagement tools (polls, surveys, Q&A)
- Speakers & sponsors pages with expo/venue map
- Notifications/announcements; push and/or email targeting (Whova supports categories/groups)
- Smart assistant/chatbot for instant answers (Eventrize)
Analytics that connects the attendee journey
Eventrize connects registration → check-in → badge printing → engagement → follow-up, giving real-time operational and engagement insights in one view. Whova provides organizer/engagement analytics; depth can vary by setup and add-ons.
Practical examples of what teams measure:
- Registration conversion & drop-off points
- Check-in volume by time (queue risk windows)
- Session interest & engagement signals
- Sponsor/expo visibility indicators
- Post-event follow-up readiness (exportable lists & segments)
Which one should you choose?
Choose Eventrize if you:
- Want an all-in-one platform for registration + ticketing + event app + check-in + analytics
- Prefer simplicity, fast setup, and fewer moving parts
- Want transparent pricing
- Need onsite visibility for badge printing and live check-in
Choose Whova if you:
- A platform designed for enterprise-level complexity
- Complex governance
- Are comfortable with quote-based pricing
- Don’t need full white-label (prefer branding customization)
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