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Top 10 Event Management Platforms

10 ranked on capability, adoption, value, momentum and trust, with a plain verdict on every entry.

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Eventbrite and Cvent stand out as the leading event management platforms in the industry. Eventbrite suits small to medium independent organisers looking for intuitive ticketing, whereas Cvent fits enterprise professionals requiring comprehensive venue sourcing and large scale hybrid conference management capabilities.
RANKENTRYSCORETRENDFROM
1EventbriteEventbrite processes hundreds of millions of tickets annually across global markets.95.0NEWFree for free events, percentage fee on paid tickets
2CventCvent manages a massive supplier network connecting planners with over 300,000 hotels and venues.92.7NEWCustom
3BizzaboBizzabo was recognised as a Leader in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Event Technology.90.3NEWCustom
4WhovaWhova has won the Event Technology Award multiple times for its dedicated attendee engagement app.88.0NEWCustom
5HopInHopin experienced historic hypergrowth during the shift to remote work in 2020.85.7NEWFree tier available
6AcceleventsAccelevents provides live customer support response times averaging under a minute.83.3NEWCustom
7SpotMeSpotMe specialises in secure, branded applications for high compliance corporate environments.81.0NEWCustom
8Pigeonhole LivePigeonhole Live integrates seamlessly into Microsoft Teams and Zoom.78.7NEW$14 per month
9BrellaBrella was built specifically to solve poor networking experiences at large conferences.76.3NEWCustom
10Social27Social27 leverages Azure cloud infrastructure to scale massive virtual audiences.74.0NEWCustom
LAST UPDATED 2026-07-20CURATED · UPDATED REGULARLY

The ranking, in detail

01

Eventbrite

Discover and create live experiences

A popular self service ticketing and experience platform that enables users to create, find, and sell tickets to events.

From Free for free events, percentage fee on paid ticketsBest for Independent organisers and small events
95.0
02

Cvent

Make an impact with enterprise events

A comprehensive cloud based enterprise event management platform offering solutions for event marketing, logistics, and venue sourcing.

From CustomBest for Large enterprises and complex conferences
92.7
03

Bizzabo

The Event Experience Platform

An event experience platform designed for in person, virtual, and hybrid events with a strong focus on networking and engagement.

From CustomBest for Marketers running professional hybrid events
90.3
04

Whova

Award winning event management app

An all in one event management solution featuring an award winning mobile app, badge printing, and agenda building tools.

From CustomBest for Conferences, trade shows, and academic summits
88.0
05

HopIn

Connect people with virtual experiences

Now known as Livestorm or integrated via modern virtual suites, Hopin originally pioneered virtual venue technology for online gatherings.

From Free tier availableBest for Virtual and hybrid team meetings
85.7
06

Accelevents

Democratising event technology

A versatile event platform built for virtual, hybrid, and in person events focusing on ease of use and 24/7 customer support.

From CustomBest for Mid market corporate events
83.3
07

SpotMe

The enterprise event platform for relationship builders

An enterprise event platform tailored for life sciences, pharma, and financial services with strict compliance standards.

From CustomBest for Regulated industries and life sciences
81.0
08

Pigeonhole Live

Drive engagement for meetings and events

An audience interaction tool providing Q&A, polls, and surveys for webinars, conferences, and internal town halls.

From $14 per monthBest for Audience engagement during presentations
78.7
09

Brella

The event platform for networking

An event platform famous for its AI powered matchmaking algorithm that connects attendees with relevant peers and sponsors.

From CustomBest for Networking focused business summits
76.3
10

Social27

Virtual and hybrid event solutions

A virtual and hybrid event platform heavily integrated with Microsoft ecosystem tools and enterprise security frameworks.

From CustomBest for Large Microsoft centric organisations
74.0

Frequently asked questions

What is an event management platform?

An event management platform is software that helps organisers plan, market, execute, and analyse events, covering everything from online ticket sales and registration to badge printing and attendee networking.

How much do event management platforms cost?

Costs vary significantly. Some platforms like Eventbrite are free to use for free events and charge a percentage per paid ticket, while enterprise tools like Cvent use custom annual pricing models based on event volume and features.

Can these platforms handle virtual and hybrid events?

Yes, many modern platforms offer built in virtual streaming capabilities alongside tools for in person check ins, allowing organisers to host hybrid events that reach both local and remote attendees.

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