Comparison
ema vs Whova
Modern event management with interactive floor plans, AI, and tools that go beyond the event app.
Feature comparison
What each platform includes
A side-by-side look at what each platform includes, with ema and the alternative shown clearly on every row.
Interactive floor plan designer
ema
YesWhova
NoAI event assistant
ema
YesWhova
NoBudget management
ema
YesWhova
NoExhibitor portal management
ema
Full self-service portalsWhova
Basic directory listingsSpeaker management and portals
ema
YesWhova
YesAbstract submission and review
ema
YesWhova
NoSchedule builder with conflict detection
ema
YesWhova
Basic agenda builderTask management
ema
YesWhova
NoCustom form builder
ema
YesWhova
LimitedVisual email builder
ema
YesWhova
NoDocument management
ema
YesWhova
NoKnowledge base
ema
YesWhova
NoCustom branding throughout
ema
YesWhova
Limited branding optionsUnlimited team members
ema
YesWhova
Varies by planAccommodation and travel management
ema
YesWhova
NoSupport desk and ticketing
ema
YesWhova
NoSales CRM and CPQ
ema
YesWhova
NoMarketing intelligence and attribution
ema
YesWhova
NoCPD/CE credit management
ema
YesWhova
NoVendor and supplier management
ema
YesWhova
NoLower platform cost, clearer adoption path
ema packages start from $499/month and are shaped around your event volume, support needs, and included usage. Whova pricing is usually shaped by Custom per-event quotes.
Pricing comparisons are based on public pricing where available, published package structures, buyer-reported ranges, and equivalent operating needs. Competitor prices vary by contract, module, geography, support level, implementation scope, and event volume. Hard-cost services and payment processing may differ. Bring us your current quote and we will compare it plainly.
Switching from another platform?
If you are locked into another event platform, we can credit your ema platform fee during the overlap period when you sign an ema term of equal or longer length. Hard-cost services remain billable.
Switching reasons
Why teams switch to ema
The practical differences teams notice when they move event operations into a connected, modern workspace.
Interactive floor plans, not just maps
ema includes a canvas-based floor plan designer where you can draw booths, assign exhibitors, manage reservations, and publish interactive maps. Whova does not offer floor plan design — you would need a separate tool for exhibition layouts.
Full exhibitor management
Whova provides exhibitor directory listings within their event app. ema gives each exhibitor a dedicated portal to manage booth details, upload assets, handle compliance requirements, and communicate directly with your team.
Production tools, not just attendee tools
Whova focuses on the attendee-facing event app. ema focuses on everything your team needs to produce the event — budgets, task management, document workflows, email campaigns, and team collaboration. The attendee-facing parts are there too.
AI that understands your event
ema's AI assistant has context across your entire event. Ask it about budget status, schedule conflicts, exhibitor compliance, or speaker submissions. Whova does not include an AI assistant for event organizers.
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One platform for your entire event team, with packages that start from $499/month and scale around your event operations.