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How EventLantern compares.

Three ways to run a conference: EventLantern, Cvent, and Bizzabo. Here is how pricing and fit differ, including what EventLantern does not do.

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EventLantern publishes its prices, bills month to month, and starts free. The platforms below are established vendors built for larger or more customized programs. Information about them is from public sources as of October 2026.

EventLantern

Free

$0

One active event, up to 50 attendees.

EventLantern

Starter

$49/mo

Three events, up to 500 attendees each.

EventLantern

Professional

$249/mo

Unlimited events, up to 5,000 attendees each.

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EventLantern vs Cvent

Cvent pricing
Quote-based. Cvent does not publish prices. Third-party reports describe an annual license plus per-registrant fees.
Billing
Multi-year, auto-renewing terms are commonly reported.
Cvent may fit better if you need
  • Very large or global programs
  • A vendor with a long track record
  • Deep enterprise procurement needs
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EventLantern vs Bizzabo

Bizzabo pricing
Lists $499 per user per month, or from $17,999 per year, with a 3-user minimum. Add-ons are priced separately or by quote.
Billing
Annual subscription. Single-event purchases are not offered.
Bizzabo may fit better if you need
  • SSO, API access, or a custom app
  • Wearable badge hardware
  • Events above 5,000 attendees
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What EventLantern does not offer.

If any of these are requirements, another platform is the better choice. We would rather you know now.

  • SSO
  • API access
  • A custom or native event app. Attendees use EventLantern as a mobile website.
  • Wearable badge hardware. QR check-in and badge printing are included.
  • Events above 5,000 attendees.

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Cvent and Bizzabo are trademarks of their respective owners. EventLantern is not affiliated with or endorsed by either company. Information about them comes from public sources and third-party reports as of October 2026 and may have changed. Check with each vendor for current terms.