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Best Event CRM Software in 2026
This list is for people comparing event-focused customer management tools on a budget.
- 36 apps
- Research read 7 Oct 2026
- How the order is worked out
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Accelevents
Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+3Accelevents brings event registration, interaction, streaming, and reporting into one platform, with a free plan available.
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Eventbrite
by EventbriteFree plan AndroidAPIiPhone+1Eventbrite combines event promotion, ticketing, attendee access, and organizer check-in tools, with free publishing available.
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EventTitans Abstract Management
by EventTitans Abstract ManagementFree plan AndroidAPIiPhone+5EventTitans combines abstract submission, peer review, and agenda scheduling with attendee-facing event tools. Check the attendee limits and plan prices against the size and needs of your event.
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Eventzilla
Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+1Eventzilla covers registration, attendee engagement, and check-in across several event formats. Compare the included ticket types and account for payment-processing fees when choosing a plan.
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ExpoFP
Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+4ExpoFP combines searchable floor plans with booth reservation, payments, and offline kiosk options.
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Perfect Venue
Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+1Choose Perfect Venue if your hospitality business needs a shared system for event inquiries, documents, payments, and revenue reporting across locations.
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Joinways
Free plan APIExtensionWebJoinways brings inquiry handling, venue operations, and proposal preparation into one service.
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Zoho Backstage
Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+1 - 10
Fairoo
Free trial AndroidAPIiPhone+1Fairoo brings booking, exhibitor services, floor planning, and rebooking into one modular system.
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Brella
Paid AndroidAPIiPhone+1Choose Brella if you organize networking-focused B2B events and want intent-based matchmaking with tools for managed meetings.
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Eventscribe Lead Capture
Paid AndroidAPIiPhone+1Eventscribe Lead Capture supports booth-side lead collection, qualification, and reporting, including offline use.
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Eventsforce
by EventsforcePaid AndroidAPIiPhone+1Eventsforce offers event registration and ticketing, with higher plans adding group features, integrations, and support. Plan prices are available on request.
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Exphora Trade Show CRM
Free plan Web - 17
Artifax
Paid APIWebChoose Artifax if an arts or cultural organization needs connected venue scheduling, event coordination, programming, and financial reporting.
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Planellio
Free trial WebPlanellio combines event bookings, client communication and operational tools, with staff features on Professional and Business plans.
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run.events
Paid AndroidAPIiPhone+1run.events covers event operations across modular products, with mobile app, CRM and API options. Its paid packages vary by event type and size, and an onboarding fee applies.
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Small Elephant
Free trial WebSmall Elephant brings many operational functions into one industry-configured platform with shared data and automation.
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Stova
Paid AndroidAPIiPhone+1Stova covers registration through attendee engagement and measurement across several event formats.
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Grip Onsite
by Grip OnsitePaid AndroidiPhoneWebGrip Onsite covers check-in, badges, and session tracking, with options for third-party registration and on-site setup support.
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Questions
Do event CRM tools offer free plans?
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Are free trials available for event CRM software?
Free trials are offered by items in this category. Trial length and terms vary; Eventzilla lists a 14-day trial.
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