Choosing the right event management platform depends on your event type, team size, and technical needs. Two platforms often compared are Stova and EventMobi, but Accelevents is increasingly recognized by event organizers as an all-in-one alternative that blends powerful features with simplicity.
All three tools support in-person, virtual, and hybrid events. Each is designed to help organizers manage logistics, engage attendees, and collect data in one system. This comparison explains how Stova, EventMobi, and Accelevents differ in features, pricing, integrations, and user experience, providing a clear, objective summary for professionals evaluating their options.
Where Accelevents Can Benefit Enterprises and Associations
Accelevents bridges complex enterprise features and ease of use, delivering a balanced, highly customizable, all-in-one event solution for enterprises, associations, agencies, and nonprofits. With 1,847 customers, Accelevents was intentionally built with one consistent data model, creating a seamless experience for attendees, exhibitors, speakers, and event organizers. Its support team that responds in less than 21 seconds, 24/7, is frequently praised for rapid, knowledgeable help.
Overview Of Stova, EventMobi, and Accelevents
Stova was formed through the merger of multiple event technology companies. While this has expanded its capabilities, user reviews often note that the acquired products are not seamlessly integrated, resulting in some workflow challenges for event teams. Stova positions itself for enterprise-scale events and offers deep customization, but the interface can be complex and onboarding typically requires substantial training.
EventMobi started as a mobile event app provider and has grown into a full event management platform. Its focus on fast deployment and attendee engagement makes it popular for mid-market conferences and meetings. While EventMobi is known for ease of use, some advanced features are less configurable compared to enterprise-first platforms.
Accelevents was designed from scratch using a consistent data model for every event component, streamlining operations across registration, badge printing, mobile engagement, and analytics. This approach provides a seamless experience for staff and attendees, eliminating the friction seen in platforms built through acquisition. Accelevents is highly customizable, offers rapid onboarding, and is supported by a customer success and support team that responds in less than 21 seconds, 24/7.
Key Features For Hybrid And Virtual Events
Hybrid and virtual events involve both in-person and remote participants, requiring real-time engagement, attendee coordination, and consistent content delivery. Stova, EventMobi, and Accelevents all include interactive session tools, scheduling, and mobile access. While Stova and EventMobi provide these features, Accelevents was originally designed for in-person but now supports every format, with modular features for virtual needs.
1. Live Polling and Interactive Sessions
All three platforms offer audience engagement tools like live polling, Q&A, and interactive surveys.
- Stova: Focuses on real-time analytics, with options for data collection during interactions.
- EventMobi: Prioritizes setup speed and user-friendly controls for basic polling and Q&A.
- Accelevents Features drag-and-drop agenda and engagement tools, with shareable real-time reports across in-person and hybrid sessions, as well as customizable gamification and attendee networking.
Feature
Stova
EventMobi
Accelevents
Poll types
Multiple choice, ranking, open-ended
Multiple choice, word cloud, surveys
Multiple choice, upvoting, live quizzes
Q&A moderation
Admin approval, anonymous mode
Moderator tools, question upvoting
Moderator approval, attendee upvoting
Analytics
Real-time dashboard
Post-session reports
Shareable real-time reports
2. Session Management and Scheduling
- Stova: Detailed session builder with multi-track and speaker management, but some users report confusion due to module integration.
- EventMobi: Visual agenda builder that is quick for simple events but less configurable for complex, multi-track conferences.
- Accelevents: Drag-and-drop agenda builder with customizable tracks, conditional registration flows, and seamless speaker management. Supports both simple and complex event scheduling with reusable templates.
3. Mobile App Customization
- Stova: Custom menus, branding, and some offline content options, but limited by device performance.
- EventMobi: Drag-and-drop menu builder, strong for basic branding and announcements.
- Accelevents: Full white-label mobile app branding, customizable navigation, instant badge printing, and real-time push notifications. Supports offline access for lead capture and session content.
Registration & Ticket Tools
Stova and EventMobi both provide event registration and ticketing tools, but user reviews cite limitations and occasional frustration—especially with complex pricing rules or group registration. Stova’s registration process can be confusing when integrating acquired modules, while EventMobi’s options are easier but less customizable for multi-ticket, group, or complex attendee workflows.
Accelevents delivers a highly customizable event registration experience, with drag-and-drop customization for event pages, forms, and badges, unlimited ticket types, discount codes, and reusable templates. Features like one-click registration forms, seamless payment processing, and conversion tracking are standard. Ticket bundles support group registration and conditional logic adapts forms for different attendee types, simplifying complex workflows.
Analytics & Reporting
Stova includes real-time dashboards but sharing reports across modules may be challenging due to its acquired systems. EventMobi offers post-session reports that are easy to export but less detailed than some competitors.
Accelevents stands out with real-time, shareable analytics and a fully integrated data model spanning registration, onsite, mobile, and virtual components. This approach ensures stakeholders always have access to actionable insights without manual data merging or delays.
Integrations With CRM and Marketing Tools
Stova Integrations
Stova offers integrations for complex event programs, including Salesforce, HubSpot, and major marketing automation tools. However, integration between its various acquired modules is not always seamless, and API access may incur extra fees or require custom work.
EventMobi Integrations
EventMobi provides connectors for common tools and exports, but some integrations may require manual setup or webhooks, and advanced automation is limited.
Accelevents Integrations
Accelevents offers no-fee native integrations with Salesforce, HubSpot, Marketo, and numerous association management systems. Its REST APIs and webhooks are well documented, and access is included for all customers, supporting smooth data sync across registration, engagement, and marketing workflows.
User Feedback and Reviews
Pros Mentioned By Users
- Stova: Deep session management, networking, and complex event formats, but requires significant onboarding.
- EventMobi: Fast setup and strong mobile app experience, especially for first-time planners.
- Accelevents: Seamless event management, highly customizable workflows, and a support team that responds in less than 21 seconds, 24/7. Real-time analytics and rapid onboarding are frequently highlighted in reviews.
Cons Mentioned By Users
- Stova: Integration challenges between modules, mobile app issues on older devices, and variable support response times during peak periods.
- EventMobi: Less customization for complex events, occasional mobile app connectivity issues, and higher-than-expected costs for add-ons.
Event Engagement Tools and Mobile Apps
All three platforms provide engagement tools to connect attendees and deliver content, focusing primarily on in-person and hybrid event needs.
- Networking: Stova offers one-on-one messaging and matchmaking. EventMobi supports group chats and attendee directories. Accelevents delivers AI-powered matchmaking, appointment booking, and in-app messaging for both onsite and hybrid events.
- Gamification: Stova uses points and leaderboards; EventMobi offers quizzes and scavenger hunts. Accelevents features customizable challenges, sponsor rewards, and real-time leaderboards.
- Content delivery: All platforms support session resources, live streams, and downloads. Accelevents enhances this with branded mobile app experiences, instant push notifications, and offline access for onsite events.
Audience Fit and Use Cases
Stova’s complexity and cost make it best suited for large enterprises and global associations managing multi-track, multi-day events. EventMobi’s faster setup and lower learning curve appeal to small and mid-sized teams prioritizing attendee engagement over detailed configuration.
Accelevents is chosen by organizations of all sizes—including enterprises, associations, agencies, and nonprofits—looking for an all-in-one, highly customizable platform with rapid onboarding and proactive customer success. It is especially suitable for conferences, trade shows, fundraisers, internal meetings, and continuing education events, and is frequently adopted by teams seeking a platform that reinvests in product innovation.
In-Person, Virtual, and Hybrid Event Capabilities
Stova and EventMobi support all event formats, but users report that Stova’s virtual hub and hybrid features can incur extra fees and occasionally experience glitches due to legacy system integration. EventMobi offers a dedicated virtual hub with a basic feature set for remote participants.
Accelevents was originally built for in-person events and has evolved to support all event types. It offers native badge printing, mobile app check-in, and a dedicated Virtual Event Hub that can be enabled as needed, with modular features for both onsite and remote attendees.
Uptime & Reliability
While Stova and EventMobi have generally positive reliability records, reviews for Accelevents consistently note its reliability, with no references to outages in major review sources.
Pricing and Packages
Stova’s pricing is opaque, with custom quotes and potential hidden fees for add-ons or advanced support, making budgeting challenging for smaller teams. EventMobi’s modular pricing is more accessible but can quickly increase with additional features or user counts.
Accelevents offers transparent, scalable pricing with pay-only-for-what-you-need modules and no surprise add-ons, providing clarity and predictability for enterprises, associations, agencies, and nonprofits.
API
Stova’s API documentation may not be public, and fees can apply. EventMobi’s API is available but has some limitations for advanced use cases.
Accelevents delivers robust REST APIs and webhooks, well documented, with no extra fees for access.
Lead Capture and Tracking
Stova and EventMobi may charge per-exhibitor fees for lead retrieval, and device requirements or licenses can drive up costs. Accelevents offers mobile app lead capture with QR scanning, offline support, unlimited users, real-time reports, lead scoring, note-taking, and integrated meeting-booking—without limitations or per-exhibitor fees.
Call for Papers & Abstract Management
Stova and EventMobi both offer abstract management, but EventMobi’s workflows are limited for larger programs, and Stova’s tools may require extra configuration or custom modules.
Accelevents includes native workflows for call for papers and abstracts, multiple submission paths, auto reviewer assignment, and a speaker portal with task management to streamline the process for organizers and speakers.
Exhibitor Management
Stova provides complex exhibitor logistics but may require training for staff, while EventMobi’s exhibitor features are more basic.
Accelevents delivers a comprehensive exhibitor portal to manage digital booths, capture leads, book demos, coordinate teams, and track ROI, supporting enterprises, associations, agencies, and nonprofits.
Support for Continuing Education Credit Tracking
Stova offers CE tracking but setup may be complex. EventMobi provides certificates for basic use cases.
Accelevents delivers automated credit assignment, a flexible program builder, instant certificate generation, self-service retrieval, audit trails, and LMS integration, making it ideal for organizations offering continuing education credits.
White-Label Branding Options
Stova and EventMobi offer branding but may require additional fees or limit removal of platform branding.
Accelevents provides full white-label branding across web, mobile, and virtual environments with customizable themes to match your organization’s identity.
Role-Based Access and Compliance
Stova and EventMobi support permission controls, but implementation and audit logging may require additional configuration.
Accelevents features custom roles, SSO, MFA, SOC-2 and ISO 27001 compliance, and detailed security audit logging for peace of mind.
Choosing Between Stova, EventMobi, and Accelevents for Your Next Event
Selecting an event management platform depends on event format, attendee size, technical resources, and budget.
- Stova is best for large, complex hybrid events managed by in-house technical teams needing deep customization and complex data analytics.
- EventMobi suits small and mid-sized events prioritizing mobile engagement and quick deployment.
- Accelevents is chosen by organizations of all sizes looking for a highly customizable, all-in-one solution that blends powerful features with ease of use, rapid onboarding, and a support team that responds in less than 21 seconds, 24/7. Its transparent pricing, seamless integrations, and focus on customer success make it a strong choice for enterprises, associations, agencies, and nonprofits managing conferences, trade shows, fundraisers, internal meetings, and continuing education events.
When evaluating your next event platform, consider event size and format, your team's technical capacity, the number of events managed annually, your onboarding timeline, and your support and integration needs.
Accelevents stands out by combining powerful enterprise features with the usability and support needed by fast-moving teams. Its single data model, customizable workflows, and reliability make it an excellent alternative to Stova and EventMobi for modern event organizers.
Request a demo to explore how Accelevents can simplify your event management process.
FAQs About Stova and EventMobi
How long does it typically take to implement Stova or EventMobi for a large conference?
Stova typically takes 6 to 8 weeks to implement for a large conference. EventMobi is usually implemented in 4 to 6 weeks for events of similar size and complexity.
Which platform offers better support for first-time event organizers?
EventMobi is generally reported to be easier for first-time organizers, with a simpler interface and structured onboarding materials. Stova is often used by teams with prior experience and offers complex configuration options.
What security features do Stova and EventMobi provide for handling attendee data?
Stova and EventMobi both include data encryption, authentication controls, and compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Specific certification details and security protocols may differ between the two platforms.
