Webex Events (formerly Socio) vs Zoom Events
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best Event Management Software (2026). Last verified June 16, 2026.
The short answer
Webex Events (formerly Socio) ranks higher on Top 11 (#3 vs #8) for Event planners and marketing teams running conferences, webinars, and in-person events. The top choice for mobile-centric events with a focus on community and engagement.
At a glance
| Webex Events (formerly Socio) | Zoom Events | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #3 / The 11 Best Event Management Software (2026) | #8 / The 11 Best Event Management Software (2026) |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8.8 | 7.9 |
| Best for | Best-in-class mobile event app | Simple multi-session virtual events |
| Pricing | $$$ (From $3.5k/event) | $$ (From $990/yr) |
| HQ | Indianapolis, IN, USA | San Jose, CA, USA |
| Founded | 2016 | 2011 |
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)
Zoom Events
An easy-to-use platform for virtual events, built on the familiar Zoom infrastructure.
explore.zoom.us/en/events/See full entry in The 11 Best Event Management Software (2026)
Methodology and scoring weights live at /methodology. No vendor pays for placement — see about.