BigMarker vs Bizzabo vs EventMobi

BigMarker, Bizzabo, and EventMobi are all established event management platforms, but they diverge sharply on scale and pricing model. BigMarker centers on…

BigMarker

Subscription · From Custom pricing (contact sales)

Best for: Organizations running massive webinars or virtual broadcasts that need a no-download browser experience and the ability to scale into the hundreds of thousands of attendees.

Bizzabo

Subscription · From $17,999/year

Best for: Large enterprise B2B conference organizers who want an end-to-end Event Experience OS plus Klik SmartBadge hardware for big in-person events.

EventMobi

Per-event and annual subscription · From From $3,000 per event or $8,900 per year for unlimited events

Best for: Organizers who want publicly listed per-event or annual pricing and a simpler, modular toolkit for conferences without a mandatory sales call.

At a Glance

 BigMarkerBizzaboEventMobi
Primary categoryVideo ConferencingVideo ConferencingVideo Conferencing
RatingNot documentedNot documentedNot documented
Pricing modelSubscriptionSubscriptionPer-event and annual subscription
Starting priceCustom pricing (contact sales)$17,999/yearFrom $3,000 per event or $8,900 per year for unlimited events
Free planNot documentedNot documentedNot documented
Free trialNot documentedNot documentedYes
PlatformsWeb, iOS, AndroidWeb, iOS, AndroidWeb, iOS, Android
Team collaborationNot documentedNot documentedNot documented
AI featuresYesYesYes
Public APIYesYesYes

Standout Differences

BigMarker scales furthest for massive webinars

BigMarker's Enterprise+ tier supports up to 500,000 live attendees, well beyond the published capacity of Bizzabo or EventMobi.

BigMarker

Bizzabo differentiates with SmartBadge hardware

Bizzabo's Klik SmartBadges enable click-to-connect networking, lead capture, and gamification, a hardware-driven feature not offered by BigMarker or EventMobi.

Bizzabo

EventMobi is the only one with fully published starting prices

EventMobi lists starting prices of $3,000 per event or $8,900 per year with no sales call required, while BigMarker requires contacting sales at every tier.

EventMobi

No-download browser webinars lower the barrier to attend

BigMarker's webinars run entirely in the browser with no software install required for attendees.

BigMarker

All three support hybrid events alongside their core format

BigMarker, Bizzabo, and EventMobi each support hybrid events that combine in-person and virtual attendance.

BigMarker, Bizzabo, EventMobi

Feature-by-Feature

Webinar and Streaming

FeatureBigMarkerBizzaboEventMobi
No-download browser attendanceAvailableNot documentedNot documented
HD live streaming or broadcast studioAvailableNot documentedAvailable

In-Person and Hybrid Tools

FeatureBigMarkerBizzaboEventMobi
Onsite check-in and badge toolsNot documentedAvailableAvailable
Top-tier attendee capacityAvailableNot documentedAvailable

Pricing and Integrations

FeatureBigMarkerBizzaboEventMobi
Published starting price without a sales callUnavailableAvailableAvailable
API and third-party integrationsAvailableNot documentedAvailable
Native mobile apps (iOS and Android)AvailableAvailableAvailable

Pricing Compared

Starting price reflects the lowest paid tier, not the full cost for every team size or usage level.

BigMarker

Basic — Custom (contact sales) annual
Enterprise — Custom (contact sales) annual
Enterprise+ — Custom (contact sales) annual

Bizzabo

Event Experience OS — From $17,999/year Annual, 3-user minimum
Klik SmartBadge — Custom quote Single or multi-event

EventMobi

Per Event — From $3,000 Per event
Per Year (Unlimited Events) — From $8,900 Annual
Enterprise / Custom — Custom pricing Custom

Pros & Cons

BigMarker

Pros

  • No software download required for attendees, lowering the barrier to join
  • Supports a wide range of webinar formats, including evergreen and simulive for scaling content
  • Handles very large events (up to 500,000 attendees on the top tier)
  • Deep white-labeling and enterprise security options (SSO, MFA, custom domains) at the top tier

Cons

  • No public self-serve pricing; every tier requires a sales conversation
  • 5% transaction fee applies to paid ticketed events
  • Advanced features like API access and breakout rooms are locked behind Enterprise tiers
  • Entry-level Basic tier caps webcams and host licenses fairly low compared to Enterprise

Bizzabo

Pros

  • End-to-end platform reduces the need for multiple separate event tools
  • Klik SmartBadge hardware differentiates Bizzabo for large in-person conferences
  • Native mobile apps for both iOS and Android support attendee engagement
  • Backed by an established company with 300+ employees and a track record since 2011

Cons

  • Pricing starts near $18,000 per year, out of reach for small event organizers
  • No public free plan; pricing requires contacting sales
  • Klik SmartBadge is best suited to large events of 500+ attendees, less relevant for smaller ones
  • Full pricing for add-ons and professional services is not publicly listed

EventMobi

Pros

  • Consistently rated easy to use for both event organizers and attendees on G2 and Capterra
  • Centralizes sessions, speakers, sponsors, and attendee data in one system with real-time agenda updates
  • Responsive customer support, including a dedicated Event Success Manager on annual plans
  • Free API and Zapier integration make it possible to connect EventMobi into a broader tool stack

Cons

  • Per-event starting price of $3,000 can be high for small or infrequent events
  • Streaming, video storage, and badge-printing hardware are billed as separate add-ons on top of the base plan
  • Some reviewers note limited bilingual or localization customization within the app interface
  • Reordering complex, multi-track agendas can be tedious compared to fully automated scheduling tools

Use Cases

Choose BigMarker: Organizations running massive webinars or virtual broadcasts that need a no-download browser experience and the ability to scale into the hundreds of thousands of attendees.
Choose Bizzabo: Large enterprise B2B conference organizers who want an end-to-end Event Experience OS plus Klik SmartBadge hardware for big in-person events.
Choose EventMobi: Organizers who want publicly listed per-event or annual pricing and a simpler, modular toolkit for conferences without a mandatory sales call.

BigMarker

  • Lead-generation webinars — Marketing teams run live and evergreen webinars with registration pages and CRM integration to generate leads.
  • Corporate training and enablement — Training teams use recurring or automated webinar channels to deliver consistent onboarding and enablement content.
  • Large virtual and hybrid conferences — Event organizers run large-scale virtual or hybrid conferences using breakout rooms, ticketing, and white-labeled branding.

Bizzabo

  • Enterprise B2B conferences — Corporate marketing and events teams run large annual flagship conferences with integrated registration, agenda, and sponsor management.
  • Hybrid conference production — Organizers combine in-person attendance with livestreamed virtual sessions on a single registration and content platform.
  • Sponsor-driven trade shows — Event organizers use Klik SmartBadges to give sponsors measurable lead capture and booth engagement data.

EventMobi

  • Corporate Conferences and Internal Events — Companies use EventMobi to build event websites, manage registration, and run branded event apps for annual conferences, sales kickoffs, and internal meetings.
  • Association and Membership Conferences — Associations and nonprofits use EventMobi's annual unlimited-events plan to run recurring conferences with a dedicated Event Success Manager and carry-forward attendee licenses.
  • Hybrid and Virtual Summits — Organizations running remote-inclusive events use EventMobi's streaming, on-demand video, and virtual booth tools built on its Run The World acquisition to reach attendees who cannot travel onsite.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which platform is most affordable for a single mid-size conference?

EventMobi is the most transparent option, with a published per-event starting price of $3,000 that scales with attendee count and selected modules. BigMarker and Bizzabo both require a sales conversation to get a quote, and Bizzabo's Event Experience OS starts near $17,999 per year.

Which tool handles the largest webinar audiences?

BigMarker is built for scale, with its Enterprise+ tier supporting up to 500,000 live attendees and a no-download browser experience, well beyond what EventMobi or Bizzabo publish for capacity.

Do any of these platforms offer free or self-serve signup?

None of the three publishes a free self-serve plan; BigMarker requires contacting sales for every tier, Bizzabo starts at $17,999 per year with a 3-user minimum, and EventMobi publishes starting prices but still routes larger or enterprise needs through a sales conversation.

Which is best for large in-person conferences with badge and check-in needs?

Bizzabo stands out with its Klik SmartBadge hardware for click-to-connect networking and lead capture at large events, while EventMobi also offers onsite check-in and badge printing as a selectable add-on module. BigMarker does not document onsite badge or check-in tooling.

Do these platforms integrate with CRM and marketing tools?

BigMarker offers CRM and marketing integrations plus API and Zapier access at its Enterprise tier, and EventMobi provides a free API and Zapier integration. Bizzabo's integration capabilities are not documented in detail.

Which platform is the most enterprise-focused with dedicated support?

Bizzabo positions itself as an end-to-end Event Experience OS for large B2B conferences with 24/7 support on its published plan. BigMarker's highest tier adds SSO, MFA, and white-labeled domains for enterprise buyers, while EventMobi offers a dedicated Event Success Manager on its annual unlimited-events plan.

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