BigMarker, Cvent, and EventMobi all run webinars and virtual/hybrid events, but they sit at different points on the platform spectrum. BigMarker is the…
Best for: Enterprise event, association, and hospitality teams that need one connected platform spanning registration, onsite badging, and hotel or venue sourcing
Per-event and annual subscription · From From $3,000 per event or $8,900 per year for unlimited events
Best for: Mid-market corporate and association planners who want modular event apps, onsite check-in, and virtual streaming with published starting prices
At a Glance
BigMarker
Cvent
EventMobi
Primary category
Video Conferencing
Video Conferencing
Video Conferencing
Rating
Not documented
Not documented
Not documented
Pricing model
Subscription
Custom / Enterprise (quote-based)
Per-event and annual subscription
Starting price
Custom pricing (contact sales)
Not documented
From $3,000 per event or $8,900 per year for unlimited events
Free plan
Not documented
Not documented
Not documented
Free trial
Not documented
Yes
Yes
Platforms
Web, iOS, Android
Web, iOS, Android
Web, iOS, Android
Team collaboration
Not documented
Not documented
Not documented
AI features
Yes
Yes
Yes
Public API
Yes
Yes
Yes
Standout Differences
Cvent's venue sourcing marketplace has no equivalent here
The Cvent Supplier Network connects planners to tens of thousands of hotels and venues for RFP-based sourcing, a business line neither BigMarker nor EventMobi offers.
Cvent
BigMarker goes deepest on webinar formats and scale
Live, on-demand/evergreen, simulive, and automated 24/7 webinar channels are all native, and the top tier supports up to 500,000 live attendees.
BigMarker
EventMobi is the only one with published starting prices
EventMobi lists per-event pricing from $3,000 and unlimited annual plans from $8,900, while BigMarker and Cvent require a sales conversation for any quote.
EventMobi
Onsite check-in and badge printing favor Cvent and EventMobi
Cvent OnArrival and EventMobi's badge printing and check-in hardware both support in-person event logistics; BigMarker's feature set is centered on browser-based webinars rather than onsite operations.
Cvent, EventMobi
All three connect to CRM and marketing automation stacks
BigMarker, Cvent, and EventMobi each integrate with CRM and marketing automation platforms plus API access, so event and lead data can flow into an existing sales pipeline.
BigMarker, Cvent, EventMobi
Feature-by-Feature
Webinar and Virtual Delivery
Feature
BigMarker
Cvent
EventMobi
Live webinar hosting
Available
Available
Available
Evergreen or on-demand webinars
Available
Available
Available
Simulive or automated 24/7 channels
Available
Not documented
Not documented
In-Person and Hybrid Event Operations
Feature
BigMarker
Cvent
EventMobi
Onsite check-in and badge printing
Unavailable
Available
Available
Venue or hotel sourcing marketplace
Unavailable
Available
Unavailable
Ticketing and payment collection
Available
Available
Available
Integrations and Pricing Transparency
Feature
BigMarker
Cvent
EventMobi
CRM and marketing automation integrations
Available
Available
Available
Published self-serve starting price
Unavailable
Unavailable
Available
Pricing Compared
Starting price reflects the lowest paid tier, not the full cost for every team size or usage level.
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
Cvent
Pros
All-in-one platform spanning registration, onsite, webinar and venue sourcing
Large, established venue and hotel sourcing marketplace unmatched by most competitors
Enterprise-grade security and compliance suited to large organizations
Deep integrations with major CRM and marketing automation tools
Cons
No published pricing; requires a sales engagement to get a quote
Steeper learning curve and longer implementation than lightweight competitors
Can be costly for small businesses or one-off event organizers
Full feature depth may be more than infrequent or small-scale event teams need
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: Marketing and demand-generation teams running large-scale, no-download webinars, evergreen content series, or simulive broadcasts
Choose Cvent: Enterprise event, association, and hospitality teams that need one connected platform spanning registration, onsite badging, and hotel or venue sourcing
Choose EventMobi: Mid-market corporate and association planners who want modular event apps, onsite check-in, and virtual streaming with published starting prices
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.
Cvent
Corporate conference & meeting management — Managing registration, agendas and onsite logistics for large corporate or association conferences.
Hotel and venue RFP sourcing — Sourcing and comparing hotel and venue bids through the Cvent Supplier Network.
Webinar and virtual event production — Producing branded, studio-style webinars connected to the broader event platform.
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 of these three publishes real starting prices?
Only EventMobi does, with per-event pricing from $3,000 and an unlimited annual plan from $8,900. BigMarker and Cvent both require contacting sales for a custom quote on every tier.
Which tool is best if I only need webinars, not a full event platform?
BigMarker is the most webinar-specialized of the three, with live, evergreen, simulive, and automated 24/7 channel formats built in, plus support for very large audiences on its top tier.
Does any of these platforms help with sourcing a physical venue or hotel block?
Only Cvent does, through its Cvent Supplier Network marketplace, which connects planners with hotels and venues for RFP-based sourcing. Neither BigMarker nor EventMobi offers this.
Do these tools handle onsite check-in and badge printing for in-person events?
Cvent and EventMobi both offer onsite check-in and badge printing tools. BigMarker's documented feature set is focused on browser-based webinars and virtual/hybrid streaming rather than in-person badge hardware.
Which is best for very large virtual audiences?
BigMarker's top Enterprise+ tier is built for scale, supporting up to 500,000 live attendees, alongside social simulcasting to Facebook Live and YouTube Live.
Do all three connect to a CRM like Salesforce or HubSpot?
Yes, BigMarker, Cvent, and EventMobi each support CRM and marketing automation integrations, along with API access, so event registration and engagement data can flow into existing sales and marketing systems.