Webex Events (formerly Socio) vs Cvent
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best Event Management Software (2026). Last verified June 16, 2026.
The short answer
Cvent ranks higher on Top 11 (#1 vs #3) for Event planners and marketing teams running conferences, webinars, and in-person events. The most feature-rich platform for complex, large-scale corporate events and conferences.
At a glance
| Webex Events (formerly Socio) | Cvent | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #3 / The 11 Best Event Management Software (2026) | #1 / The 11 Best Event Management Software (2026) |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8.8 | 9.3 |
| Best for | Best-in-class mobile event app | Enterprise-scale complex events |
| Pricing | $$$ (From $3.5k/event) | $$$$ (Quote-based, from $12k/yr) |
| HQ | Indianapolis, IN, USA | Tysons, VA, USA |
| Founded | 2016 | 1999 |
Webex Events (formerly Socio)
The top choice for mobile-centric events with a focus on community and engagement.
www.webex.com/events.htmlSee full entry in The 11 Best Event Management Software (2026)
Cvent
The most feature-rich platform for complex, large-scale corporate events and conferences.
www.cvent.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Event Management Software (2026)
Methodology and scoring weights live at /methodology. No vendor pays for placement — see about.