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Guidebook vs. Accelevents: How We Compare

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Still looking for an Accelevents alternative? See why Guidebook stands above Accelevents with mobile-first design, transparent pricing, and superior offline capabilities.

Need a simpler, mobile-focused event app solution? With Guidebook, you get a purpose-built mobile event platform with transparent pricing, strong offline capabilities, and dedicated support—without the complexity and enterprise overhead of all-in-one systems.

4.5/5 (300+ reviews)

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Guidebook is a top-rated leader on G2 for Event Apps

Streamline your attendee engagement with this app

"It is easy to build and navigate. Minimal training is needed, as this app is easy to self teach.

The premium version makes it a one-stop shop for all conference related items. We really enjoyed the QR Code Scavenger Hunt game feature."

Easy manage and user experience!

"I really like the manage-end of Guidebook. The ease of uploading all of my events at one time and being able to edit easily in real time takes the stress out of the management of events with many moving parts.

I also like that you can customize as much or little as you want and the app experience for the user still looks cleans and welcoming."

Great product and easy to use

"It is very user friendly and easy to use. I like that they are affordable compared to other competitors and does not charge based on number of attendees, exhibitors, or company."

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Why do 1,000’s of customers trust Guidebook?

Event planners choose Guidebook because it gives them clarity. Instead of juggling tools or chasing updates, they get one platform that’s simple, flexible, and backed by real people who care.

Whether you're managing a small workshop or a global conference, Guidebook helps you stay in control — without overwhelm.

Flexible Pricing and Ease of Use

Guidebook was built to make event organizers and attendees lives easier–we believe in fair, simple prices that don’t keep going up. If you have small events, we have a plan for that!

Ease of Use

Customers say it’s surprisingly easy to learn to build an app with Guidebook, see for yourself how easy it is to build an app and what that looks like for attendees here.

Superior Support

Whatever you need, our award-winning team is here to help. With real people available in the US and UK (and no robots), you get quick responses from people who care.

Customization and Flexibility

Your app is fully customizable and simple to update. Add your colors, logos, fonts, images, and publish to the stores. Invite as many collaborators to help you as required, and publish unlimited changes.

Open Integrations

Unlike Cvent and other event technology products, Guidebook has a free open-API available to all customers–and out-of-the-box integrations with products like Cvent, Splash, Eventbrite and more.

Mobile First

The Guidebook platform has been built for mobile since 2011, based on the belief that an event is an experience and mobile is the technology which can have the biggest impact on attendees having a happy, successful experience.

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Your all-in-one solution for every event

  • Mobile-first design: Guidebook is built for mobile from the ground up, with native iOS and Android apps that put attendee experience first—not just another channel in an omni-channel platform.
  • True offline access: Your attendees can access all content offline, not just check-in and lead capture. Perfect for venues with poor connectivity.
  • Transparent pricing: Clear, fixed-fee pricing with a dedicated Small Event plan for up to 200 attendees. No hidden costs or surprise enterprise requirements.
  • Unlimited content & events: Higher tiers include unlimited content uploads, unlimited app downloads, and unlimited events—predictable costs as you scale.
  • Award-winning support: US and UK-based teams ready to help, with consultative support that understands your goals—not just technical troubleshooting.
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Security and Compliance

Proactive approach

We take a proactive and holistic approach to security while staying abreast of the latest threats, and we continually improve upon our security posture.

Data encryption

Guidebook encrypts all sensitive data in transit and at rest using industry-standard algorithms

Industry leading policies

Guidebook adheres to industry policies and standards to secure our network, servers, applications, and data.

Security validation

Guidebook performs third-party security vulnerability assessments and penetration tests to validate our products.

Responsible disclosure

Guidebook participates in responsible disclosure to encourage the responsible disclosure of any vulnerabilities to us.

Activity monitoring

Guidebook monitors network, server, and application activity to detect malicious activity.

FAQs

Who can benefit from using Guidebook's event management software?
Event organizers, attendees, and partners – including sponsors and speakers – can all benefit from using Guidebook's event management software. With streamlined communication, robust schedule management, plenty of networking & engagement tools, and more, Guidebook helps customers design incredible event experiences that yield success for all stakeholders.
What types of events are best suited for the Guidebook platform?
Guidebook can elevate the user experience for any event, large or small. Client teams have deployed Guidebook for conferences, conventions, trade shows, expos, symposia, competitions, business meetings, orientations, trainings, workshops, retreats, and festivals.
What should I expect during a Guidebook demo?
When you schedule your free Guidebook demo, your consultant will spend 45 minutes to understand your goals & objectives and tailor the demo to what you need. After the demo, you will receive resources to revisit and share with others for reference. When you are ready to start building your event, a dedicated team will support onboarding and remain available throughout.
How do I get started with Guidebook today?
Dive into our content management system and start building today – no credit card required. If you'd like to connect with a product expert to share your goals and receive a personalized demo, let us know! We're always happy to chat.

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