Digital event platforms became essential tools for business owners throughout 2020, with in-person meetings and events put on hold due to Covid-19. You have probably heard of, and utilised, Zoom, GoogleMeet or GoToMeeting but digital event platforms are a little different to this type of virtual meeting software.
A digital event platform is a tool that will enable you to host multiple speakers in live-streamed or pre-recorded sessions and allow attendees to interact with the event hosts. So rather than bringing users together, as though round a virtual meeting table, there is instead an audience observing and a presenter on stage. These platforms provide you, as the administrator, with a variety of ways to engage with your attendees, such as waiting rooms, Q&As, a live chat function, polls and more depending on what software you use. As the use of such platforms continues to rise in popularity, here is our top 10 list of digital event platforms you can make use of in 2021.
- Accelevents
This digital event platform is “your all-in-one platform for virtual and hybrid events” and offers a comprehensive range of options to personalise your event and ensure a top-quality service. It is an event registration, ticketing and fundraising solution for any type or size of event – with the ability to accommodate over 100,000 people. - Whova
Whova is notable for its event app as well as its ability to branch out into more hybrid events, like the aforementioned Acclevents. They pride themselves on “authentic audience participation and engagement” and simplifying the entire process for their clients. - Hopin
This software offers streaming services for virtual events, but it really shines with regards to its interactive abilities between host and audience. It is also notable that this platform can host up to 100,000 attendees! - Nextech AR
This “digital experience platform” offers immersive experiences, connecting people from all over the world. Their Augmented Reality solutions have attracted over 10 million attendees! - GoToWebinar
Like its sister software, GoToMeeting, GoToWebinar has become widely used across various businesses through 2020 and can cater to up to 2,000 attendees. Notable features include screen sharing, automated email marketing and audience polls. - BigMarker
BigMarker is a popular platform for webinars, summits, and conferences because it is so user-friendly – it’s easy to use and can accommodate both small training sessions and huge online conferences of up to 1,000 people. - SpotMe
SpotMe is another all-in-one virtual event platform that is well suited to a wide variety of events. But they stand out because of their ability to deliver a branded experience on the web, as well as on apps, with their home feed styled similarly to social media. - vFairs
This platform is a global leader in virtual events, offering the most immersive experience you’re likely to come across as well as a huge range of personalisation options to its customers. - HeySummit
This is a platform for technophobic users who may be struggling with the introduction of so much new technology and the recent reliance on virtual meetings. Although, HeySummit has had to sacrifice a few features to make it as simple as possible for its users. - Pathable
Pathable not only offers the options of a webinar-style presentation, but they also offer a function in which attendees can see and talk to each other. This platform can accommodate both pre-recorded and live-streamed video conferencing.
