Decision read
For most teams, Cvent is the better choice with a meaningful lead in the current snapshot.
Cvent is the stronger default. Best for teams that need best for events and conferences teams that want reporting without losing ease of use, support..
Choose Whova over the leader if best for appointments and bookings teams that want payments without losing ease of use, support..
Cvent
Whova
Differences
Cvent leads
- Looks stronger on overall fit.
- Looks stronger on support.
- Looks stronger on pricing clarity.
- Looks stronger on current momentum.
Whova leads
- Looks stronger on review depth.
Signal coverage
Feature comparison
| Feature | Cvent | Whova |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Free plan | ✗ | ✓ |
| Free trial | ✗ | ✓ |
| Transparent pricing | ✗ | ✓ |
| Platform | ||
| Target verticals | Events and conferences, Education and training, Nonprofit and membership | Appointments and bookings, Classes, camps, and programs, Education and training |
| Key features | Reporting, Check-in and attendance, Scheduling, Integrations and API | Payments, Reporting, Scheduling, Email and CRM |
| Buyer Signal | ||
| Total reviews | 126 | 1302 |
| Review sources | 2 | 2 |
| Average rating | 4.1/5 | 4.5/5 |
| Activity | ||
| Site updates (30d) | 500 | — |
| Docs/changelog available | ✓ | ✓ |
| Capabilities | ||
| Mobile app | ✗ | Whova offers a mobile event app. |
| API access | Cvent offers REST APIs for integration. | ✗ |
| Customization | ✗ | Customizable registration system and features. |
| Compliance (GDPR, etc.) | ✗ | ✗ |
| Integrations | Integrates with CRM, marketing, and payment systems. | ✗ |
| Multi-language | ✗ | Whova supports multiple languages. |
| Offline mode | ✗ | ✗ |
| Reporting & analytics | ✗ | ✗ |
| Team management | ✗ | ✗ |
| Payment processing | Supports payment gateway integrations. | Handles payments with instant payout. |