Webex Events (formerly Socio) vs BigMarker
Side-by-side from the Top 11 rankings of The 11 Best Event Management Software (2026) and The 11 Best Webinar Platforms (2026). Last verified June 16, 2026.
The short answer
BigMarker ranks higher on Top 11 (#3 vs #3) for Event planners and marketing teams running conferences, webinars, and in-person events / Teams running webinars and virtual events. A powerful, feature-rich platform ideal for large or complex virtual and hybrid events.
At a glance
| Webex Events (formerly Socio) | BigMarker | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #3 / The 11 Best Event Management Software (2026) | #3 / The 11 Best Webinar Platforms (2026) |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8.8 | 8.9 |
| Best for | Best-in-class mobile event app | Versatile virtual and hybrid events. |
| Pricing | $$$ (From $3.5k/event) | $$$ ($99 to $1,000+/mo) |
| HQ | Indianapolis, IN, USA | Chicago, USA |
| Founded | 2016 | 2010 |
Webex Events (formerly Socio)
The top choice for mobile-centric events with a focus on community and engagement.
www.webex.com/events.htmlSee full entry in The 11 Best Event Management Software (2026)
BigMarker
A powerful, feature-rich platform ideal for large or complex virtual and hybrid events.
www.bigmarker.comMethodology and scoring weights live at /methodology. No vendor pays for placement — see about.