Head-to-head · Event Registration Software
Swoogo vs idloom
Swoogo leads on 0 checks, idloom on 1, and 1 is even. Who comes out ahead on the 2 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreSwoogo · 8.6/10
- Free planonly idloom
- Free trialonly idloom
Swoogo scores higher on our rubric for event registration software: 8.6 against 8.5 out of 10; our editors rank them #6 and #7.
idloom offers free plan; Swoogo doesn't.
Swoogo is the better fit for large-budget teams needing enterprise controls. idloom is the better fit for european teams needing VAT and multilingual support.
- Swoogo fits best
Large-budget teams needing enterprise controls
- idloom fits best
European teams needing VAT and multilingual support
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Side by side
| Feature | Swoogo 8.6/10 Visit ↗ | idloom 8.5/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 8.6 | 8.5 |
| Ranking | #6 in Event Registration Software | #7 in Event Registration Software |
| Best for | Large-budget teams needing enterprise controls | European teams needing VAT and multilingual support |
| Pricing model | Paid | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | — | €295/yr |
| Free plan | — | ✓ (best) |
| Free trial | — | 15 days |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile | Cloud, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Web |
| Support | Docs | Email, Live chat, Phone |
| Compliance | SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, PCI DSS, SSO/SAML, 2FA | SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, PCI DSS, SSO/SAML |
| Integrations | 30+ integrations | 5,000+ integrations |
| Built for | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features Swoogo 1/5 · idloom 1/5 | ||
| Check-in app | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Ticketing | ✓ | ✓ |
| Session registration | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Badge printing | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Payment processing | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Specs | ||
| Attendee limit | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Form customization | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
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| Our verdict | Swoogo is an event management platform for organizations running conferences, webinars, internal events, field marketing programs, and other event portfolios. It brings registration forms, branded event websites, attendee communications,… Read the review → |
idloom is cloud event management software for organizations running conferences, training sessions, corporate meetings, workshops, and other professional events. It combines configurable registration forms with conditional logic, free and… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Swoogo — where it wins
- Configurable registration, payments, ticketing, and approval workflows
- Onsite check-in supports event, session, and package access with offline mode
- Mobile apps, virtual delivery, analytics, APIs, and webhooks cover broad event needs
Where it doesn't
- Professional starts at $11,800 per year with annual billing
- Platform coverage is limited to web and API
- Enterprise features require a contact-sales process
idloom — where it wins
- VAT, invoicing, refunds, and payment processing support
- Multilingual websites, forms, agendas, and attendee communications
- QR check-in, badges, virtual events, and attendee mobile app
Where it doesn't
- Exhibitor tools are not included
- The mobile event app is a paid add-on
- The platform is limited to web and API access
- Swoogo8.6/10 · Paid
A broad enterprise event suite with strong registration depth and a high annual starting price.
Visit SwoogoFull verdict → - idloom8.5/10 · Free plan · 15-day trial
A broad event platform with strong VAT and multilingual support for European teams.
Visit idloomFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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