Technology has greatly enhanced our ability to cope with the uncertainty caused by the pandemic and made everything easier by introducing the “next normal” concept. Moreover, the global economic crisis has restricted live in-person events recently, causing the new-age phenomenon to see a massive increase in popularity. Even though face-to-face interactions will never completely replace face-to-face meetings, there are times when it is necessary to go virtual.

Consequently, virtual event platforms are increasingly integrated into the marketing technology stacks of companies as well as a tactic for individuals to drive more engagement. With a large number of event hosting platforms on the market, selecting the right platform for your business has become increasingly challenging.

We have covered your research and brought to you the top 5 Virtual Event hosting platforms so far.

5. Airmeet

Airmeet is a virtual event platform for hosting a wide range of virtual events, such as hackathons, icebreakers, panel discussions, and workshops. Whether the participants are across the country or the globe, Airmeet’s network lounges and dedicated hybrid event services enable you to connect intimately regardless of distance. Not just Virtual Events, Airmeet’s intuitive experience delivers on the organizer’s expectations for a wide range of events.

Pros:

• • AI matchmaking

• • Attendees management

Cons:

• • Up to 100 registrations in the free plan

• • No specific event marketing options

• • Ticketing through the third party

4. Zuddl

Zuddl is a platform that makes it simple to create and promote an event online for event planners who want to take their events to the next level. With Zuddl, you can also add a custom URL of your event and promote it on social media with less fuss. Featuring a myriad of features, including a built-in calendar, guest list, RSVP system, and event management features, Zuddl will help you plan and manage your next event in a streamlined manner.

Pros:

• • AI-Powered Matchmaking

• • Quick customer support

Cons:

• • Complicated event setup

• • Expensive subscription

• • No free trial is available

3. Hopin

Whether you want to bring your physical event online or build one from scratch, Hopin helps you create memorable events for your global audience. Moreover, if your audience count is quite high, you can definitely progress with Hopin’s advanced features. It can be used for small gatherings of a few dozen people all the way up to massive conferences with hundreds of thousands of participants.

Hopin also allows you to measure and track your event’s success. Further, it provides you with a built-in analytics feature that will let you track how many people have visited your event website, how many people have viewed your event page, how many people have RSVP’d to your event and much more information about your event. It is incredibly easy with Hopin to see how well your event is doing, and you can easily make adjustments as needed in order to boost its success.

Pros:

• • Host public or private events with ease

• • Stage and backstage event recording

• • Multifaceted uses across all areas of the platform

Cons:

• • Up to 100 registrations in the free plan

• • Multi-session webinars, pick lists in registration forms, and post-event surveys are difficult to arrange and less interactive.

• • No lead generation feature

2. Hubilo

Hubilo, as a virtual event hosting platform, has compelling features which make it easier for you to organize your event and bring together your audience and communities. However, being a newbie in the event industry, Hubilo has made its position as one of the emerging competitors in the market. Moreover, it has introduced a new feature, Enhanced Session Layout, which brings in a sense of spontaneity to a virtual meeting. Furthermore, by default, the layout includes 10 session tables that can accommodate 90 attendees. However, as more attendees join, the session tables can expand to accommodate up to 2000 attendees, making this layout ideal for any size event.

Pros:

• • Large attendee accommodation

• • Advanced branding capabilities

• • Enhanced audience engagement

Cons:

• • No free plan is available

• • Less responsive when organizing large-scale events

1. ExpoSim

Surpassing its competitors with its reputation and emerging popularity, ExpoSim has established itself as the most premium Virtual Event hosting platform. Although virtual events can provide real-life experiences while you sit behind your screen idle, most audiences feel isolated when they attend virtual events. This reason has been the core rationale of ExpoSim of introducing the most-advanced features that give Event Organizers the power to customize each component of their event as well as enchant the audience with real-life event experience. Additionally, ExpoSim offers a wide range of features designed to enhance the engagement and effectiveness of virtual and hybrid events, including live chat, interactive sessions, and social media integration.

Apart from the features we have discussed on the list, what makes ExpoSim stand out is the initiation of Metaverse, something that other competitors lack. With the seamless integration of Metaverse, you are able to keep your audience together, wherever they are, whatever they do, giving wings to your thoughts and enabling you to create and host stunning Virtual and Hybrid Events.

Pros:

• • Unlimited registrations in the free plan

• • Integrated Metaverse

• • Fully customizable event creation

• • DIY tools for an enhanced experience

• • Advanced data privacy and security

• • Affordable subscription cost

 Cons:

• • No AI matchmaking

• • No payment integration is available

Choosing a perfect platform that perfectly aligns with your needs is also directly related to your budget and how you want to spread your event expenditure. In light of this, we have prepared a thorough analysis of the features and price comparison of the top 5 Virtual Event hosting platforms.

	ExpoSim	Hubilo	Hopin	Zuddl	Airmeet
Subscription cost (Starter)	$250/event	$650/month	$799/month	$2000	$2400/ year
Full-Proof Analytics
Mobile Application
Integrated Metaverse
Free Trial
Registrations limit in the free trial	Unlimited	Not Available	100		100