Whova vs Eventbrite
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best Event Management Software (2026). Last verified June 16, 2026.
The short answer
Whova ranks higher on Top 11 (#6 vs #9) for Event planners and marketing teams running conferences, webinars, and in-person events. A highly-rated, all-in-one solution especially popular for academic and professional events.
At a glance
| Whova | Eventbrite | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #6 / The 11 Best Event Management Software (2026) | #9 / The 11 Best Event Management Software (2026) |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8.2 | 7.7 |
| Best for | Academic and association conferences | Simple public ticketing and promotion |
| Pricing | $$$ (Quote-based, from $2k/event) | $ (Per-ticket fee) |
| HQ | San Diego, CA, USA | San Francisco, CA, USA |
| Founded | 2013 | 2006 |
Whova
A highly-rated, all-in-one solution especially popular for academic and professional events.
whova.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Event Management Software (2026)
Eventbrite
The easiest way to sell tickets and promote public events, especially for free events.
www.eventbrite.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Event Management Software (2026)
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