Cvent vs Luma
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best Event Management Software. Last verified June 16, 2026.
The short answer
Cvent ranks higher on Top 11 (#1 vs #11) for Event planners and marketing teams running conferences, webinars, and in-person events. The most feature-rich platform for complex, large-scale corporate events and conferences.
At a glance
| Cvent | Luma | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #1 / The 11 Best Event Management Software | #11 / The 11 Best Event Management Software |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 9.3 | 7.2 |
| Best for | Enterprise-scale complex events | Simple events for creators and communities |
| Pricing | $$$$ (Quote-based, from $12k/yr) | $ (Free, or 5% ticket fee) |
| HQ | Tysons, VA, USA | San Francisco, CA, USA |
| Founded | 1999 | 2020 |
Cvent
The most feature-rich platform for complex, large-scale corporate events and conferences.
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