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If you’re here, you’re probably weighing whether to stay with Bizzabo or switch to something faster, simpler, or more aligned with how your team runs events today.
Maybe you’re trying to cut through layered pricing, agency handoffs, or workflows that feel built for someone else’s event model. Or maybe you’re just exploring platforms that let your internal team move faster, without giving up polish or support.
Bizzabo has built a strong name in hybrid and virtual production. They’ve invested heavily in smart badges, AV partnerships, and broadcast-style delivery. That makes sense for high-production moments but not always for field marketing, internal comms, or programs that need speed and flexibility.
InEvent, by contrast, is used by teams who want to do it all in-house (from registration and check-in to live analytics and branded experiences). Everything is built in with no need to outsource badge printing or wait two weeks to launch a website. You get complete control and a real support team behind you.
This guide is here to help you figure out what’s best for you. Not just based on features, but on how each platform actually works in practice.
Here’s what we’ll cover:
What Bizzabo and InEvent each do best
Feature-by-feature breakdowns
How pricing compares, and what’s included
Real feedback from event teams like yours
What switching looks like if you’re ready to move
Answers to common questions about support, setup, and scaling
Whether you're planning a dozen partner activations or looking to simplify your next hybrid rollout, this comparison gives you the clarity to move forward with whichever platform fits your team best.
If you’re skimming, here’s the short version.
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Choose If…. |
InEvent |
Bizzabo |
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1. You want fast deployment |
Yes |
No |
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2. You want a full-service hybrid partner |
No |
Yes |
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3. You need badge printing + check-in |
Yes |
Yes (But through a partnered service) |
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4. You prefer transparent pricing |
Yes |
No |
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5. You’re producing broadcast-style events |
No |
Yes |
Bottom line: InEvent is built for speed, in-house execution, and full control. It is ideal if you’re running hybrid or in-person events and want everything under one roof.
Bizzabo works best when you need a full-service production partner and have the budget and scope to match.
Bizzabo is an enterprise event management platform known for its shift toward hybrid and in-person production experiences. Over the past few years, it has expanded beyond software into event infrastructure, introducing features like smart wearables (Klik badges), broadcast-style streaming, and a proprietary “Event Experience OS.”
It’s often used by global marketing teams, internal comms leaders, and event agencies producing large-scale conferences or high-production hybrid activations. Their platform supports registration, content management, agenda building, attendee engagement, and analytics. With the addition of Klik wearable tech and in-person networking tools, Bizzabo positions itself as a full-stack solution for large, multi-format experiences.
Bizzabo also offers professional services, including AV production partnerships and staffing, to support more complex or brand-driven events. While this model works well for teams with larger budgets or outsourced workflows, it can be overbuilt for companies that want tighter internal control or faster turnaround.
Common buyer feedback points to strong hybrid features, robust analytics, and a polished attendee experience but also notes limited flexibility, slower implementation, and higher costs, especially when smart badges, mobile apps, or production support are bundled in. For teams that want to self-manage, the platform may require more dependencies than expected.InEvent is a modular event management platform built for speed, flexibility, and in-house control. It supports virtual, hybrid, and in-person events from one interface, with built-in tools for registration, landing pages, email automation, check-in, badge printing, session management, and real-time analytics.
Unlike platforms that rely on outside agencies or added services, InEvent is used by teams that run their own events, whether it’s a 50-person internal summit or a 5,000-attendee global tour. Everything can be launched by your team, without vendor bottlenecks or add-on contracts.
What sets InEvent apart is its support for on-site operations: badge design and printing, QR code scanning, and live data dashboards come standard. There’s no need to connect separate tools or request special hardware setups; teams can run smooth check-ins and capture metrics in real time.
It’s especially well-suited for field marketing, partner activations, internal comms, and recurring hybrid programs. Every license includes a dedicated project manager and onboarding support, and pricing is transparent from day one.
Buyers often choose InEvent when they want a modern interface, flexible setup, and fast deployment, without losing access to enterprise features or compliance. For teams who value control over complexity, InEvent provides the full stack without the lock-in.| Features | Bizzabo | InEvent |
| 1. Website Builder | Yes - Drag-and-drop editor | Yes - Drag & drop editor with iFrame support and branding lockup |
| 2. Badge Printing & Check-In | Partnered via klik or other 3rd party integration | Fully native (Zebra compatible, real time sync) |
| 3. Mobile App | Included | Included |
| 4. CRM Integration | Salesfoce, Hubspot, Marketo | Salesforce, Hubspot, Marketo and more |
| 5. Real-Time Analytics | Focus on post-event dashboards | Live dashboards during events |
| 6. Hybrid Capabilities | Stream, engage, breakout support | Virtual lobby, streaming, hybrid sessions |
| 7. Session Management | Included | Included |
| 8. AI-Powered Workflows | Not currently built-in | Ai-agenda, Ai form builder, Matchmaking, Photo Match and many more |
| 9. Pricing Transparency | Custom quotes, bundled services | Modular pricing, published tiers |
Badge Printing & Check-In: Bizzabo’s smart badge experience is powered by Klik, which enables wearables, proximity tracking, and session scanning but it often comes as a separate service, with its own pricing and logistics. InEvent, on the other hand, offers fully native badge design, QR code scanning, and on-site check-in that works with off-the-shelf hardware like Zebra printers. No extra vendors required.
Analytics: Bizzabo excels in post-event reporting and high-level analytics, especially for large conferences. But for teams who want live visibility into check-in rates, session attendance, or on-site engagement as it happens, InEvent’s real-time dashboards offer a clear advantage.
At some point, what once felt like a cutting-edge event platform can start to slow you down. If your event team is starting to feel boxed in by long lead times, layered vendor workflows, or a lack of direct control, it may be time to move on.
Here are four signs it’s no longer a fit:
If every event setup requires coordination across AV partners, production agencies, and Bizzabo’s support team, your program is running on someone else’s clock. For fast-moving teams, those delays mean missed opportunities, clunky activations, and slower reporting cycles. You need a platform that moves as fast as your calendar does.
Smart badges, production partners, onboarding fees, per-event add-ons, it adds up fast. Especially when you’re not using every feature at every event, if you’re constantly renegotiating or re-scoping just to stay within budget, Bizzabo’s bundled model might be eating into your ROI.
If your team is experienced enough to run events in-house, but still relies on outside vendors for basic tasks like badge printing, check-in, or real-time reporting, it’s time to graduate. You should be able to build, brand, and launch events independently, without waiting on anyone else.
Bottom line:
If your event calendar is expanding and you want more speed, control, and clarity, InEvent gives you the infrastructure to scale without sacrificing quality or autonomy.
If your team wants control, fast execution, and transparency without sacrificing power, InEvent is built for you. It’s designed to help internal teams launch branded events quickly, without waiting on outside vendors or navigating bloated workflows.
InEvent works best for teams that want to build, test, and launch their own experiences. You don’t need to wait for an agency, a production partner, or a separate onboarding team to get moving. From registration forms to check-in, everything is in your hands, but with real support behind you when needed.
If you're executing multiple in-person activations across regions (partner dinners, community meetups, breakfast briefings) InEvent gives you a fast, repeatable framework. Branded websites, QR-based check-in, badge printing, session tracking, and real-time analytics are all available natively, no plugins or vendors required.
InEvent is also a strong fit for internal comms teams running town halls, SKOs, employee experiences, or hybrid meetings. You can control branding, limit access, embed sessions, and track engagement all without submitting ticket requests or sourcing third-party tools.
Want to spin up a branded event microsite, enable check-in, and email attendees, all in one afternoon? InEvent was built for that. It’s ideal for teams running high-frequency programs where polish matters, but the timeline doesn’t allow for weeks of back-and-forth.
InEvent’s on-site suite includes fully native badge design, real-time QR code scanning, attendee lookup, and live analytics dashboards. No external badge vendors or handheld syncing tools. It works out of the box with most Zebra printers, and supports Chose2Rent if you’re renting equipment.
Unlike platforms that quote based on headcount, service bundles, or volume caps, InEvent’s pricing is modular and clear. You pay for the license and any add-ons, if needed, and scale as your events grow. No surprises. No retroactive penalties.
Bottom Line: If your team values agility, ownership, and getting events out the door without compromising on experience, InEvent gives you the flexibility and tools to move fast with confidence.
Both Bizzabo and InEvent are positioned as premium event platforms, but their approaches to pricing are fundamentally different.
Where Bizzabo leans into bundled services and high-touch production partnerships, InEvent focuses on modular pricing, transparent tiers, and faster onboarding with full platform access from day one.
Let’s break that down.
Bizzabo takes an enterprise-first approach, with pricing tailored to your contract, services, and expected event volume. Here’s what that often includes:
Bundled services: Pricing may include not just the software license, but also smart badge access (Klik), professional services, implementation, and production support.
Custom scoping: Buyers typically go through discovery, proposal, and negotiation before receiving a quote.
Smart badge add-ons: If you’re using wearables, scanning, or session tracking with Klik, that introduces another layer of hardware and service cost.
Longer timelines: Larger onboarding windows are often built into the pricing model, especially if professional services are involved.
For large-scale, high-production events, this model can be effective but for mid-size teams or programs looking for leaner execution, it can feel heavy.
InEvent is designed for speed, transparency, and scalability. Pricing is structured around modular licenses based on usage needs without bundling in services you may not need.
What’s included:
Modular license tiers with clearly listed features
Native support for registration, check-in, badge printing, analytics, and hybrid delivery
Onboarding + dedicated project manager at no additional cost
No minimum volume required—start with a single event or scale portfolio-wide
Sandbox access available before purchase
You’re not paying for AV. You’re not paying for hardware. You’re only paying for the platform and how much you use it.
Imagine a marketing team running 15 events a year: field activations, small roadshows, and one customer summit. With Bizzabo, that team might receive a custom quote tailored to their largest event, with wearables and AV baked in, even if those extras aren’t used at every event.
With InEvent, the same team can license one tier for year-round use, launch all events on the same platform, and spin up new use cases (such as internal comms) without triggering new contracts or fees.
An internal communications team managing quarterly town halls and leadership off-sites could deploy InEvent across the org with full access to check-in, email workflows, agenda planning, and post-event analytics, at a predictable license rate. No hidden fees, no bundled production costs.
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Platform |
Pros |
Cons |
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Bizzabo |
- Broadcast-level hybrid production - Built for agencies and AV teams - Innovative smart badge wearables (Klik) - Robust analytics post-event |
- Slower implementation - Limited self-serve control - Premium pricing - On-site check-in tools require partners |
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InEvent |
- Fast deployment and setup - Native check-in and badge printing - Real-time data and live dashboards - Transparent modular pricing - Full support + PM included |
- No smart badge wearables - No dedicated agency/client portal - Custom apps require higher-tier plans |
If you're producing TV-quality virtual sessions, have an internal AV team, or rely on agency partners for delivery, Bizzabo fits the mold. It’s robust, proven, and built for complex multi-brand execution. But that polish comes at a price, and it often requires external support to go live.
InEvent, on the other hand, is built for lean, fast-moving teams who want to own their stack. Whether you're running 5 or 50 events a year, the setup is fast, the data is live, and the check-in is fully in your hands with zero third-party dependencies.
It’s not about which platform is “better.” It’s about which one fits your reality, timelines, and team structure.
InEvent
InEvent’s live dashboards, combined with ease of use, make analytics accessible even to teams without dedicated reporting staff. The ease-of-setup + support feedback suggests that gathering post-event analytics and insights tends to be smoother and less manual.
Bizzabo
For large events or conferences, especially those using its full “Event Experience OS” and wearable tech, Bizzabo can offer deep analytics, session tracking, and high-touch post-event insights (when set up with the full stack). That said, users often rely on bundled services or third parties for production-quality data capture, which may not always be practical for smaller, frequent events.
If you value speed, ease, and self-sufficiency, InEvent consistently wins for onboarding, support, flexibility, and straightforward analytics.
If you run high-production hybrid events or conferences, Bizzabo’s strengths in setup support, customizable event pages, and integrations make it appealing — especially when you’re comfortable relying on external services or hardware.
The tradeoff is usually between control and convenience. InEvent gives you control and consistency; Bizzabo gives you production-grade capabilities at the cost of complexity or higher setup overhead.
Switching platforms can feel like a big lift — especially if you’ve been with Bizzabo for years. But for most teams, the actual migration is faster and simpler than expected. InEvent is built for speed and flexibility, with real people guiding you through every phase: onboarding, implementation, and go-live.
Here’s what a smooth transition looks like from Bizzabo to InEvent:
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Step |
Action |
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Go through your existing event workflows. What registration forms do you use? Are there branded emails or templates you want to preserve? What sessions, speakers, or access types are mapped in your agendas? This audit will save hours later. |
Audit your current Bizzabo setup |
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In Bizzabo, download your past event registration lists (CSV/Excel), session data, and email templates. You’ll also want to document any workflows tied to your CRM, analytics, or SSO setup. If you're using Klik smart badges, grab a snapshot of your attendee behavior insights. |
Export key data and templates |
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Now the fun part. Use InEvent’s drag-and-drop builders to recreate your website, forms, emails, agendas, sponsor booths, and more — in your own style. Most teams are up and running in 2–4 hours for a first draft, with the help of your InEvent Project Manager. |
Rebuild everything inside InEvent |
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Re-establish your CRM sync (Salesforce, HubSpot, etc.), payment gateway (Stripe), calendar tools (Google, Outlook), and analytics (Google Analytics, Meta Pixel). InEvent supports real-time data syncing and conditional logic without custom code. |
Reconnect integrations |
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Before launch, create a test event or clone your event in a sandbox. Use internal testers to validate the full flow: registration, check-in, badge printing, session scanning, lead retrieval, reporting. Your PM will help QA everything. |
Run an internal test |
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Launch with confidence. Your PM will be available on Slack, email, or call — and 24/7 live chat support is built into the InEvent backend. If you're printing badges on-site, InEvent’s native badge and check-in solution works with Zebra and Chose2rent equipment. |
Go live with support on standby |
If you’re looking to switch, book a free call and let InEvent walk you through it: https://inevent.com/en/book-a-call-calendar.php
Don’t just take our word for it. See the difference for yourself.
We’ll show you exactly how InEvent stacks up against Bizzabo using your own event needs and data. Whether you’re optimizing for hybrid engagement, looking for faster setup, or just want clearer pricing, we’ll tailor the walkthrough to your goals.
Choose how you want to start:
Let’s make your next decision faster and smarter.
Is InEvent cheaper than Bizzabo?
Yes, InEvent offers transparent, modular pricing with lower entry points. Unlike Bizzabo’s bundled enterprise model, you can start with only the features you need and scale as your event program grows.
Does InEvent support badge printing natively?
Yes. InEvent has a built-in badge designer, QR check-in, and printing system that works with standard Zebra printers and partners like Chose2Rent—no third-party apps required.
How fast can we migrate?
Most teams migrate in under 2 weeks. With support from your InEvent Project Manager, you can rebuild your website, registration, and sessions in just a few days, and test in sandbox before launch.
Does InEvent support hybrid sessions?
Yes. InEvent is optimized for hybrid formats, with live-streaming, audience interaction, session tracking, and networking—whether onsite, virtual, or both.
What if we already signed with Bizzabo?
You can still book a sandbox and plan your next event in InEvent. We’ll work around your current contract and help you phase in usage as needed.
Does InEvent support multiple brands or domains?
Yes. You can host white-labeled experiences across multiple brands, with custom registration flows, logos, and domains—perfect for agencies or portfolio teams.
How does InEvent handle analytics?
InEvent offers real-time dashboards, registration insights, engagement tracking, lead scoring, and post-event reports, all visible in your admin panel and exportable for sales and marketing.
Is AI built into InEvent?
Yes. InEvent includes AI-powered tools like the AI Agenda Builder, AI Registration Form Generator, and Website Builder to speed up content creation and event setup.
