Webex Events (formerly Socio) vs Zoom Events
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best Event Management Software. Last verified June 16, 2026.
The short answer
Webex Events (formerly Socio) ranks higher on Top 11 (#3 vs #8) for Event planners and marketing teams running conferences, webinars, and in-person events. The top choice for mobile-centric events with a focus on community and engagement.
At a glance
| Webex Events (formerly Socio) | Zoom Events | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #3 / The 11 Best Event Management Software | #8 / The 11 Best Event Management Software |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8.8 | 7.9 |
| Best for | Best-in-class mobile event app | Simple multi-session virtual events |
| Pricing | $$$ (From $3.5k/event) | $$ (From $990/yr) |
| HQ | Indianapolis, IN, USA | San Jose, CA, USA |
| Founded | 2016 | 2011 |
Webex Events (formerly Socio)
The top choice for mobile-centric events with a focus on community and engagement.
www.webex.com/events.htmlZoom Events
An easy-to-use platform for virtual events, built on the familiar Zoom infrastructure.
explore.zoom.us/en/events/Methodology and scoring weights live at /methodology. No vendor pays for placement — see about.