Stova

meetingplay.com
Event Management
Weekend Project

Event Success - Your Way: Powerful Flexibility that Scales without Limits

How to Replace Stova

Overview

Stova is a comprehensive event management platform that enables organizations to plan, execute, and measure successful events across virtual, in-person, and hybrid formats. The platform provides tools for registration, attendee engagement, speaker management, exhibitor coordination, and real-time analytics. Trusted by 800+ leading organizations worldwide, Stova helps event leaders scale their operations without limits—from registration through ROI measurement.

Features

57 features across 22 categories

AI(1)

AI Content AgentAI

Stova's AI content agent will accelerate your workflow, preserve your brand, and deliver content that connects

Also in: monday.com, Notion, Airtable

Analytics & Reporting(9)

Cross-Event Analytics / Portfolio View

Analyze multiple events across your portfolio simultaneously

Custom & Shareable Live Dashboards

Create custom dashboards with specific metrics and share them in real-time

Engagement Analytics

Measure and analyze attendee engagement metrics throughout the event

Event Intelligence Suite

Comprehensive analytics and reporting tools for event measurement and insights

Geographic Reach Insights

Analyze the geographic distribution and reach of event attendees

Marketing Conversion Tracking

Track marketing campaign performance and conversion metrics

Real-Time Dashboards

Live dashboards for real-time event monitoring and insights

Registration Intelligence

Detailed analytics and insights on registration data and attendee information

Revenue Monitoring

Track and monitor event revenue in real-time

Also in: Ivanti, Ramp, Stampli

Content Management(4)

Live Agendas

Dynamic, updatable event agenda in mobile app

On-Demand Content

Ability to provide on-demand access to event content for attendees

Session & Speaker Management

Manage speaker/session submissions, agendas, sponsor/exhibitor content, and logistics through a central portal

Speaker Bios

Digital speaker profile information accessible in mobile app

Also in: Juro, Notion, WordPress.com

Core Platform(1)

Event Management Platform

Centralized platform for planning and managing events across all formats

Customization(1)

Brand Customization

Extensive customization options for event branding across all touchpoints including websites, registration pages, mobile apps, and virtual environments

Also in: monday.com, Obsidian, Smartsheet

Engagement(6)

Gamification

Gamification features to increase attendee engagement and participation

Live Chat

Real-time chat functionality for attendee engagement and communication

Networking & Attendee EngagementAI

AI matchmaking, live chat, polls, Q&A, social walls, gamification, and meeting scheduling to build community

Polls

Interactive polling tools for attendee engagement

Q&A

Question and answer functionality for interactive sessions

Social Walls

Social media integration to display attendee posts and build community

Exhibitor Management(1)

Exhibitor Resource Center

Provide exhibitors with a self-service portal for accessing event guidelines, floor plans, deadlines, and submitting content. Streamline exhibitor preparation and task tracking pre-event

Feedback & Surveys(1)

Survey & Feedback Tools

Collect feedback before, during, and after your event with flexible, easy-to-use surveys. Gain actionable insights to improve attendee experience, demonstrate ROI, and shape future events

Integrations(1)

CRM & Analytics Integrations

Integrate with CRM systems and analytics platforms for seamless data flow

Lead Management(2)

Event Lead Capture

Allows exhibitors and sponsors to scan attendee badges, take notes, score leads, and sync data with their CRMs

Lead Retrieval

Advanced lead retrieval system allowing exhibitors and sponsors to qualify and rate leads with card or badge scans, then analyze and download them in real-time for seamless marketing integration

Marketing(1)

Event Marketing

Pre-event reminders, content teasers, and tailored communications to build excitement and encourage attendance

Mobile(5)

In-App Networking

Networking features within the mobile event app

Mobile Event App

Live agendas, speaker bios, venue maps, in-app networking, QR scanning, and real-time updates for in-person and hybrid events

QR Scanning

QR code scanning capabilities within mobile app for engagement tracking

Real-Time Updates

Live updates to event information and schedules in mobile app

Venue Maps

Interactive venue maps in mobile app for attendee navigation

Networking(2)

AI MatchmakingAI

AI-powered attendee matchmaking to facilitate networking connections

Meeting Scheduling

Built-in meeting scheduling tools for networking and one-on-one appointments

Onsite Operations(3)

Badge Printing

On-demand badge printing with customization options

NFC Encoding Technology

NFC technology for streamlined onsite check-in processes

Onsite ServicesPremium

Sustainability-focused onsite services including eco-friendly badges and lanyards, onsite recycling, check-in kiosks, badge printing, access control, lead retrieval, onsite support staff, and hardware setup

Payments(1)

Payment Processing

Integrated payment processing for ticketing and registration

Planning & Organization(3)

Centralized Dashboard

Unified dashboard for managing multiple events simultaneously

Event Cloning

Easily reuse past event content or duplicate events for faster setup and planning. Maintain brand consistency while driving revenue

Strategic Meetings Management

Centralize meeting/event approvals, budgeting, sourcing, and policy enforcement. Ideal when managing a high volume of events needing control and compliance

Registration(4)

Group Registration

Support for group registration workflows and bulk registration

QR Code Check-in

QR code based attendee check-in for efficient onsite registration

Registration

Customizable registration workflows with support for attendee types, payments, group registration, and CRM/marketing integrations

Self-Service Kiosks

Self-service kiosk systems for streamlined check-in processes

Security & Compliance(1)

Access Control & Session Scanning

Manages who can enter what sessions or zones, tracks attendance, and ensures compliance for certified events

Support Services(2)

Hardware SetupPremium

Onsite hardware setup and configuration services

Onsite Support StaffPremium

On-site support staff available during events

Sustainability(3)

Eco-Friendly Badges and Lanyards

Sustainable badge and lanyard options for environmentally conscious events

Onsite Recycling

Onsite recycling services for event waste management

Responsible Disposal

Responsible disposal services for event consumables

Virtual Events(4)

Breakout Rooms

Virtual breakout room functionality for group sessions and workshops

Live Streaming

Live streaming capabilities for virtual and hybrid events

Virtual Experience & Webinars

Showcase your brand. Build in minutes. Engagement features like breakout rooms, live chat, and polls for both virtual and in-person participants. Supports live streaming, virtual lobbies and on-demand content

Virtual Lobbies

Virtual lobby spaces for attendee networking and pre-event interactions

Website Builder(1)

Websites

Modern, fully customizable templates that are fully responsive and accessibility-ready, letting you tweak every detail – from layout to branding

Cost Calculator

Pricing data not available for Stova. Check their website for current pricing.

Build vs Buy

Should you build a Stova alternative or buy the subscription? Estimate based on 57 features.

Buy Stova

Better Value
Monthly costContact Sales
3-year totalVaries
Time to deployDays

Build Your Own

Development cost$36,000
Maintenance$540/mo
3-year total$55,440
Dev time~3 months

Buying Stova saves ~$55,440 over 3 years vs building.

Estimates based on 57 features and a BuildScore of 5/5. Actual costs vary.

Integrations

2 known integrations

CRM SystemsMarketing Automation