Guidebook vs. Cvent: How We Compare
Still looking for a Cvent alternative? See why Guidebook stands above Cvent in terms of customer support, pricing, and customer feedback.
Are your 'per-attendee' fees continuously rising? With Guidebook, you get an event management platform with the industry's leading event app for your attendees, with one fixed-fee invoice. No more per-attendee pricing, and helpful US and UK-based support when you need it.
All features included - no hidden fees
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."
It took a long time to learn. We needed to give admin access to many more staffers than I would have liked because the roles are not well-defined -- so everyone had to be an admin to do some helpful things (onsite, for example). This tool took a long time to learn, and we had many calls with support. Support is very structured, so we needed to go through the call center or book time with folks to get things moving.
It is an expensive choice. It can also be difficult to learn.
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.
Your all-in-one solution for every event
- Inclusive & consistent pricing: When new features are added to the platform, they're instantly available to all Guidebook customers. No extra costs, no delays, and no more having to pay for things you don't want or need. Continuous price hikes? No, thank you.
- Drag & Drop: Unlike other app builders, Guidebook allows you to quickly and easily pick what features you need, upload content using simple templates or uploads, and publish edits in seconds. Want to use what you did last year as a base? Clone it in seconds and save hours.
- Detailed Mobile Metrics: Monitor app usage and engagement, review which content is resonating with your audience (and what isn't!), share ROI data with sponsors, and use all of this to build better future events.
- Award-winning support: Should you need it, Guidebook has teams in the US and UK ready to assist you, taking the time to understand your needs and goals to provide consultative support.
- Offline access: Your audience can access the important content they need, even if they don't have an internet connection.
