• Capterra 4.8/5
  • G2 4.7/5
  • Gartner Gartner Magic Quadrant Leader
Software Comparison

vFairs vs. Whova: Events Need More Than a Great Attendee App

From onsite check-ins, exhibitor booths, abstract workflows to cross-event reporting, vFairs gives you the complete platform behind the app, with a dedicated project manager included for every event.

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See How Real Users Compare vFairs & Whova on G2

  • % of Enterprise Clients
  • Review Count
  • Audience Engagement & Event Support
  • Event Networking & Matchmaking
  • Virtual Event Platform
  • Lead Retreival
  • Positive Product Direction (%)
  • Quality of Support
  • Good Business Partner
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  • 23.2
  • 1759
  • All ratings out of 10 on G2
  • 9.1
  • 8.8
  • 9.2
  • 9.1
  • 9.2
  • 9.8
  • 9.6
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  • 17.7
  • 1817
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  • 9.1
  • 8.7
  • 8.7
  • 9.4
  • 9.2

* as of Q1 2026

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vFairs Recognized as a Leader in the Gartner Magic Quadrant!

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Why Do Customers Choose vFairs Over Whova?

Onsite check-in & badge technology that goes far beyond QR codes.

In addition to QR-based check-in, vFairs adds the modes that matter at scale, i.e. RFID & BLE-based smart event badges, self-service kiosks, and on-demand badge printing from live data with a built-in badge designer.

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vFairs badge printing allowed us to instantly update attendee information and print badges on-site, creating a smooth, efficient check-in experience for over 1,300 attendees.

Charlotte Heckard
Event Director at Cred
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Leads that arrive in your CRM enriched, not just scanned.

vFairs goes beyond QR lead scanning with AI lead enrichment, where exhibitors append contact details, company data, and conversation notes at the point of scan, so every lead is actionable from day one.

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Thank you to vFairs for all your help with registration, lead capture, session scanning and it was great to have your team onsite. Hopefully we'll see you next year. You guys are awesome!

Colleen Neubauer
Events Manager, Cadence Design Systems
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AI built into every layer of your event – not just one feature.

vFairs embeds AI across the full event lifecycle, i.e. matchmaking, content creation, RFID & BLE-based smart badge check-in, lead enrichment, and a post-event reporting chatbot.

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vFairs adapted to our needs seamlessly and delivered fast, around-the-clock support, making complex event execution simple and efficient.

Mustafa Sayilgan
Product Marketing Manager at Delta Electronics Türkiye
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Event reporting that goes beyond attendance counts.

vFairs offers real-time dashboards across sessions, booths, check-in, and engagement – unified for all event types. The Reporting 360 dashboard aggregates data across your entire event portfolio, tracking registrations, ticket sales, and ROI organization-wide. An AI chatbot answers analytics questions in plain language.

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Our suppliers thought the app was extremely easy to use for lead captures during the show, and the post-event reporting was exactly what they were looking for.

Kara Teel
Marketing and Brands Manager at FoodCentric Event
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Frequently Asked Questions

Does vFairs support virtual and hybrid events, not just in-person conferences?

Yes. vFairs is built for in-person, virtual, and hybrid events from a single platform, with the same depth of tools and dedicated support across all formats, not just a mobile app layer on top.

How does vFairs handle attendee communications and messaging?

vFairs gives your team full control over attendee communications, including customizable emails, targeted messaging, and automated workflows, so your attendees get the right message at the right time, without confusion.

Does vFairs support abstract and speaker submission management?

Yes. vFairs includes a robust abstract management module built for conferences and academic events, covering submissions, reviews, approvals, and speaker coordination in one place.

How does vFairs handle on-site check-in and badging?

vFairs offers a fully developed on-site execution suite, including RFID & BLE-based Smart Event Badges with real-time attendee tracking, and on-site badge printing, built for events that demand speed and accuracy at the door.

Is vFairs pricing transparent?

Yes. vFairs offers clear, upfront pricing without surprise add-ons as your event program grows. You know what you're getting before you commit.

How customizable is vFairs for branding and attendee experience?

vFairs gives your team full control over event branding, from registration pages and emails to the event environment itself, so every touchpoint reflects your organization, not a platform template.

Does vFairs offer portfolio-level reporting across multiple events?

Yes. vFairs Reporting 360 gives your team a unified view of attendance, engagement, and performance across your entire event program, not just a single event in isolation.

What kind of support does vFairs provide during live events?

Every vFairs event includes a dedicated project manager who stays with your team through execution. If something needs attention on event day, you have a real person to turn to immediately.

Does vFairs support exhibitors and sponsors beyond basic booth listings?

Yes. vFairs includes a dedicated Exhibitor and Sponsor Portal with lead capture, booth management, and engagement tools, giving exhibitors real value and measurable ROI from every event.

Is vFairs built for organizations running large-scale, complex event programs?

Yes. vFairs is designed for enterprise event teams managing high-volume, multi-format programs, with the depth of tools, integrations, and dedicated support to match.

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