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Compare Swoogo and Whova

At a Glance
Swoogo
Swoogo
Star Rating
(205)4.9 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (51.6% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Contact Us 1 Users Per Year
Browse all 4 pricing plans
Whova
Whova
Star Rating
(1,834)4.8 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (45.3% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Whova
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • G2 reviewers report that Whova excels in user experience, with many users appreciating its intuitive navigation and straightforward layout. One user noted, "After opening the app, I found it easy to follow, with common-sense tabs that made navigation straightforward."
  • Users say Swoogo stands out for its exceptional customer support, with many highlighting the clarity and helpfulness of their service. A reviewer mentioned, "What I like most about Swoogo is their support. They're super easy to work with and very clear."
  • Reviewers mention that Whova offers a robust event creation process, with features that allow easy access to session topics and attendee information. One user appreciated being able to "message other exhibitors or attendees right in the app," enhancing networking opportunities.
  • According to verified reviews, Swoogo is praised for its customizability and user-friendliness, making it a great choice for those who may not be tech-savvy. A user stated, "I love using Swoogo because it helps me streamline my event planning work, saves me time, and improves professionalism across our organization."
  • Users report that while Whova has a strong overall satisfaction score, it faces challenges in payment processing, with some users indicating it could be improved. In contrast, Swoogo received high marks for its payment processing capabilities, with one user noting it as a significant advantage.
  • Reviewers highlight that both platforms have strong event marketing features, but Swoogo's tools for email automation and customization are particularly well-received. Users appreciate the ease of creating tailored communications, with one stating, "They share videos that make it even easier to understand what they're trying to portray."
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Swoogo
1 User
Contact Us
1 Users Per Year
Browse all 4 pricing plans
Whova
No pricing available
Free Trial
Swoogo
Free Trial is available
Whova
No trial information available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.5
162
9.5
1,235
Ease of Use
9.7
167
9.3
1,265
Ease of Setup
9.6
130
9.3
209
Ease of Admin
9.6
108
9.1
114
Quality of Support
9.9
165
9.4
827
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.9
108
9.1
117
Product Direction (% positive)
10.0
161
8.6
1,182
Features by Category
Event Registration & TicketingHide 15 FeaturesShow 15 Features
8.8
156
9.0
459
Registration
9.8
148
9.1
195
9.6
149
9.3
243
9.5
116
8.2
155
9.2
105
9.2
207
9.2
101
9.0
174
Generative AI
7.0
28
8.3
41
Marketing and Communications
9.6
143
8.6
151
9.6
142
8.8
173
9.4
142
8.6
160
9.4
129
9.0
190
8.8
75
8.8
178
8.5
71
8.9
159
Agentic AI - Event Registration & Ticketing
6.3
10
Not enough data
7.2
9
Not enough data
8.0
9
Not enough data
Event Management PlatformsHide 32 FeaturesShow 32 Features
9.0
158
8.8
1,056
Registration
9.8
148
9.1
195
9.6
149
9.3
243
9.5
116
8.2
155
9.2
105
9.2
207
9.2
101
9.0
174
Marketing and Communications
9.6
143
8.6
151
9.6
142
8.8
173
9.4
142
8.6
160
9.4
129
9.0
190
8.8
75
8.8
178
8.5
71
8.9
159
Event Operations
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
8.8
64
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
9.5
104
9.3
175
8.9
71
8.8
136
8.7
75
9.1
143
Attendee Engagement
9.6
112
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Verified
9.7
730
|
Verified
9.1
66
|
Verified
9.1
523
|
Verified
8.8
63
9.0
578
|
Verified
8.7
77
|
Verified
9.5
721
|
Verified
8.7
72
|
Verified
9.2
550
|
Verified
Platform
9.8
111
9.3
178
9.4
111
9.0
148
9.3
85
8.3
109
9.9
110
8.7
121
Generative AI
7.2
34
7.7
79
Agentic AI - Event Management Platforms
7.6
13
7.8
13
7.8
13
8.1
13
6.9
13
8.5
13
Not enough data
8.7
61
At-Event Tools
Not enough data
8.5
26
Not enough data
7.9
26
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Post-Event Tools
Not enough data
8.9
33
Not enough data
8.7
31
Not enough data
8.9
28
Software Offerings
Not enough data
8.6
32
Not enough data
9.4
42
Not enough data
8.3
21
Agentic AI - Lead Retrieval
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
9.2
62
Marketing and Communications
Not enough data
9.4
35
Not enough data
9.2
37
Not enough data
9.2
34
Not enough data
9.0
33
Not enough data
9.1
36
Attendee Engagement
Not enough data
9.1
35
Not enough data
9.4
39
Not enough data
9.3
37
Registration
Not enough data
9.2
33
Not enough data
9.4
37
Not enough data
9.1
37
Generative AI
Not enough data
8.8
24
Agentic AI - Event Marketing
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Virtual Event PlatformsHide 33 FeaturesShow 33 Features
9.1
67
9.1
188
Administration
9.9
61
9.3
92
9.5
54
9.1
85
9.0
42
9.3
96
9.6
57
8.8
76
Virtual Experience
9.3
45
9.2
96
8.8
40
9.1
86
9.4
47
9.1
88
9.5
49
9.1
97
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Engagement
9.5
53
9.6
126
9.0
44
9.5
122
8.8
39
9.1
117
8.9
45
9.1
103
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generative AI
6.9
12
8.1
27
Agentic AI - Virtual Event Platforms
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Administration / Support - Virtual Event Platforms
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Insights & Scale - Virtual Event Platforms
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Virtual Career Fair PlatformsHide 10 FeaturesShow 10 Features
Not enough data
9.0
29
Planning
Not enough data
8.6
16
Not enough data
9.3
17
Not enough data
9.2
17
Not enough data
9.6
17
Event Experience
Not enough data
9.0
17
Not enough data
8.9
18
Not enough data
8.9
18
Not enough data
8.8
16
Administration
Not enough data
8.7
15
Not enough data
8.6
14
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
9.4
943
Agentic AI - Mobile Event Apps
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Attendee Engagement
9.6
112
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Verified
9.7
730
|
Verified
9.1
66
|
Verified
9.1
523
|
Verified
8.8
63
9.0
578
|
Verified
8.7
77
|
Verified
9.5
721
|
Verified
8.7
72
|
Verified
9.2
550
|
Verified
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Swoogo
Swoogo
Whova
Whova
Unique Categories
Swoogo
Swoogo has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Swoogo
Swoogo
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
51.6%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
29.7%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
18.8%
Whova
Whova
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
45.3%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
36.9%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
17.7%
Reviewers' Industry
Swoogo
Swoogo
Events Services
27.1%
Non-Profit Organization Management
10.1%
Information Technology and Services
8.5%
Computer Software
8.0%
Marketing and Advertising
3.2%
Other
43.1%
Whova
Whova
Education Management
13.4%
Non-Profit Organization Management
7.2%
Higher Education
6.0%
Hospital & Health Care
4.4%
Information Technology and Services
3.4%
Other
65.7%
Alternatives
Swoogo
Swoogo Alternatives
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Bizzabo
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Splash
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Webex Events & Webinars
Webex Events & Webinars
Add Webex Events & Webinars
Whova
Whova Alternatives
vFairs
vFairs
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Webex Events & Webinars
Webex Events & Webinars
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RingCentral Events
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EventMobi
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Discussions
Swoogo
Swoogo Discussions
What does swoogo do?
1 Comment
Abby F.
AF
Swoogo is a user-friendly software solution that helps you plan every aspect of your event. Swoogo’s platform gives event professionals all of the tools they...Read more
Monty the Mongoose crying
Swoogo has no more discussions with answers
Whova
Whova Discussions
Integration of scanned contact to Outlook
3 Comments
Mathews S.
MS
Yes, it is possible, want to know how?. Read this article - https://www.transferemails.com/export-outlook-address-book/Read more
How to create event on whova?
2 Comments
WG
Hi Purbaningsih, Thank you for posting this discussion! If you’re interested in creating an event on Whova, please book a 1-on-1 demo at...Read more
What is the best way to integrate surveys after concurrent workshop sessions?
2 Comments
Chip D.
CD
Kryste, Hello! I have been in hospitality for 25+ years and by far the two best apps for surveys for conferences, meetings, events are Whova and Event...Read more