# eShow Software Pricing, Alternatives & More 2026 | Capterra

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Source: https://www.capterra.com/p/80061/eShow/pricing

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 eShow Software Review 2026: Features, Integrations, Pros & Cons

Last updated on March 13, 2026

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eShow

## What is eShow?

Whether hybrid, virtual, or in-person, eShow provides the tools and web-based solutions necessary for event management teams worldwide. Founded in 1996, eShow has helped Event Professionals run thousands of events worldwide with tasks including registration, conference management, trade show management, mobile apps, event websites, badge printing, abstract collection, and so much more. Discover how eShow’s exceptional service, cutting-edge technology, and dedicated experts work together to elevate satisfaction and create remarkable, unforgettable events.

## What is eShow used for?

[Event Management](https://www.capterra.com/event-management-software/)[Registration](https://www.capterra.com/registration-software/)[Conference](https://www.capterra.com/conference-software/)

Overall rating

Based on 42 user reviews

Reviews sentiment

Positive

98%

Neutral

0%

Negative

2%

Starting price

$1

Per Feature, Per Year

Free trial  
not available

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## Compare with a popular alternative

Capterra selects software alternatives based on relevant features, verified user reviews and user interactions. Placement may be influenced by client status.

### eShow

4.4 (42)

VS.

[4.5 (990)](https://www.capterra.com/p/26318/Cvent-Event-Management/reviews/)

Starting Price

$1

Per Feature, Per Year

Starting Price

Contact vendor

Free Trial

Free Version

Pricing Options

Free Trial

Free Version

Ease Of Use

4.3 (42)

Ease Of Use

4.1 (5,739)

Value For Money

4.4 (36)

Value For Money

4.1 (3,523)

Customer Service

4.6 (38)

Customer Service

4.5 (3,254)

## eShow alternatives

[4.7 (102)](https://www.capterra.com/p/122146/EventMobi/reviews/)

Starting price

$1500.00

Per User, Per Month

[4.6 (54)](https://www.capterra.com/p/130158/EventsAIR/reviews/)

Starting price

Contact vendor for pricing

Highest Rated

[4.7 (164)](https://www.capterra.com/p/144596/Accelevents/reviews/)

Starting price

$7000.00

Per User, Per Month

[4.7 (82)](https://www.capterra.com/p/161291/Swoogo/reviews/)

Starting price

Contact vendor for pricing

[View all alternatives](https://www.capterra.com/p/80061/eShow/alternatives/)

## Features

Features with the highest number of reviews are displayed first. Those that have no reviews appear next, sorted alphabetically.

Registration Management

4.6 (21)

61.90% of 21 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

Oversee and coordinate the registration of attendees, visitors, customers, events, activities, etc.

Attendee Management

4.4 (19)

52.63% of 19 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

Process of managing, tracking, and communicating with individuals who are registered to attend an event

Payment Processing

4.7 (18)

77.78% of 18 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

Accept, record, and reconcile financial transactions

Event Scheduling

4.3 (16)

56.25% of 16 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

Plan an event's time and location

Reporting/Analytics

4.4 (14)

64.29% of 14 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

View and track pertinent metrics to find patterns and gain insights from data

Email Marketing

3.8 (12)

41.67% of 12 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

Create and send email blasts/campaigns

eShow 74 features

Dashboard to view the status of ongoing processes, identify current incidents and track past activities

Access event or meeting agenda online

Alerts or notifications of various types such as pop-up messages, sounds, banners, or badges

Application programming interface that allows for integration with other systems/databases

Manage attendance for classes, shifts, meetings, or events

Process of managing, tracking, and communicating with individuals who are registered to attend an event

List information about event guests

Use tools to engage with viewers (e.g., commenting, chat room, polling, and Q&A)

Create, manage, and print wearable badges

Scan barcodes to ensure accurate pricing and label tracking

Sub-room created within virtual meeting/class

Track and manage schedules and meetings via an integrated calendar

Communicate using direct chat or messages within the system

Software that specializes in managing events such as conferences, conventions and trade shows

Manage, organize, and store contact information

Accept and process credit card transactions

Built-in customer relationship management (CRM) capabilities or integration with a third-party CRM system

Add customized logos and colors to align with company branding

Customize data fields to support various needs and use cases

Customize contracts and forms to collect specific information

Alter the layout and content of reports

Pre-designed layouts that can be customized to match preferences and requirements

Import and export data to and from software applications

Protect sensitive data for digital privacy

Digital displays use technologies such as LCD, LED, projection and e-paper

Electronic signing method that validates the authenticity and integrity of a digital document

Track products that are for sale at a reduced price or part of coupon promotions

Create and send email blasts/campaigns

Reminders sent via email

Pre-made examples and templates for emails

A list of events with their respective dates

Schedule and manage the logistics of activities and other gatherings

Show location of event's rooms and activities on a digital map

Online registration for events

Plan an event's time and location

Manage location logistics and coordinate the participation of exhibitors or vendors in an event

Games or game-like elements to track progress and reward accomplishments

Register a group/batch of attendees

Automatically identify and save contact information of potential customers

Live stream to multiple devices simultaneously

Access software remotely via mobile devices

Allow attendees to check in via their mobile devices

Discover and connect with speakers and attendees at an event

Send personal messages to clients or attendees

Real-time registration over the web

In-person, onsite registration

Accept, record, and reconcile financial transactions

Matrix barcode that stores information

Engage in direct, instant messaging with customers, users, etc.

Receive data and information in real time

Notifications that are delivered to users as soon as an event occurs

Active reporting of data and metrics

Receive system updates as soon as any changes are made

Record live video calls to play later

Oversee the process of issuing refunds

Oversee and coordinate the registration of attendees, visitors, customers, events, activities, etc.

Collection, analysis, and representation of numerical data and generation of reports to understand various patterns

View and track pertinent metrics to find patterns and gain insights from data

Book and manage rooms at an event

Check-in and out via a mobile device or kiosk

Allow users to access multiple services after entering their login credentials once

Integrate with social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, etc.

Discover speakers and manage their details, booking and time.

List information about event speakers

Raise funds via sponsors and grants

Allow customers/users to submit support queries and service requests

Create and administer polls and surveys

Gauge satisfaction and receive information for improvement and success

Set up connections to third-party platforms to improve business processes

Customize, sell, and distribute tickets

Interactivity between software and users by touching areas on the screen of display devices

Make a list and register visitors

Manage volunteer information and direct volunteer resources

Built-in website builder or integration with third-party site

Features

4.2 (42)

4.2

Based on 42 reviews

## Pricing

Value for money

4.4 (36)

Basic

$1.00

Per Feature,Per Year

Value for money

4.4 (36)

4.4

Based on 36 reviews

## Integrations

[

WildApricot](https://www.capterra.com/p/76116/WildApricot/)[

MemberClicks](https://www.capterra.com/p/133851/MemberClicks/)[

Salesforce Platform](https://www.capterra.com/p/268338/App-Cloud/)[

YourMembership](https://www.capterra.com/p/76329/YourMembership/)[

Novi AMS](https://www.capterra.com/p/188714/Novi-AMS/)[

iMIS](https://www.capterra.com/p/15885/iMIS/)[

Aptify](https://www.capterra.com/p/23185/Aptify/)[

NetForum Enterprise](https://www.capterra.com/p/184340/NetForum/)

## Support, customer service and training options

Customer Service

4.6 (38)

Support

-   Email/Help Desk
-   FAQs/Forum
-   Knowledge Base
-   Phone Support
-   24/7 (Live rep)
-   Chat

Training

-   In Person
-   Live Online
-   Webinars
-   Documentation
-   Videos

Deployment

-   Web
-   Android
-   iPhone/iPad

Typical users

-   Freelancers
-   Small businesses
-   Mid size businesses
-   Enterprises

Customer Service

4.6 (38)

4.6

Based on 38 reviews

## User reviews

Overall rating

4.4

Based on 42 reviews

Filter by rating

5(19)

4(22)

3(0)

2(1)

1(0)

Mentioned topic

Sorted by most recent

JM

Jenifer M.

Event Coordinator

Health, Wellness and Fitness

### "Great for gathering data from sponsors and exhibitors "

4.0

Overall Rating

4.0

4.0

Ease of Use

5.0

5.0

Features

4.0

4.0

Customer Service

4.0

4.0

Likelihood to Recommend

6/10

December 23, 2024

It's great for gathering data from sponsors and exhibitors but not for storing or requests of huge amounts of items such as equipment.

Pros

The fact it can hold an expediential amount of data and provide the ability for registration. The data analytics is very helpful especially for sponsorship.

Cons

Can take a very long minute to load extreme amounts of data. Wish there was more of a sorting capability.

Alternatives considered

[Cvent Event Management](https://www.capterra.com/p/26318/Cvent-Event-Management/)

[Expo Pass](https://www.capterra.com/p/168633/ExpoPass/)

Reasons for choosing eShow

Pricing, notification functionality, and team overall felt it was the most streamlined when it came to "user friendly" capability.

Review source

Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication.

JK

Judy K.

Senior Director, Events

Dairy

### "Works well"

4.0

Overall Rating

4.0

4.0

Ease of Use

4.0

4.0

Features

4.0

4.0

Customer Service

4.0

4.0

Likelihood to Recommend

10/10

August 2, 2023

Very good.

Pros

Really like the ability to interface with our database and customize the paths for users when registering. Also appreciate the website and exhibit floor plan are part of the package, and appreciate that eShow can keep track of exhibitor passes that are allowed/used for each exhibitor.

Cons

Most aspects are very good. Definitely a learning curve to it, but the training and customort support is excellent. If you're familiar with programming an AMS or other registration systems, you'll be happy to see the granular options available.

Reasons for choosing eShow

Several reasons:1. Most programming in eShow can be done by an admin user, meaning it's quick and easy to make edits when needed; no need to wait on a platform IT person to make the changes. 2. Delighted with API capabilities abetween eShow and our Novi (our AMS).3. Group registration and discount codes are very easy to set up and work very well.4. Exhibitor module and floorplan are part of the package so registration, etc. easy to recognize Exhibitors vs. attendees.5. Website is a part of the plan and easy to set up.6. Great customer support.

Review source

Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication.

AM

Andi M.

Operations and Communications Manager

Public Relations and Communications

### "Great Product"

5.0

Overall Rating

5.0

5.0

Ease of Use

4.0

4.0

Features

4.0

4.0

Customer Service

5.0

5.0

Likelihood to Recommend

10/10

July 24, 2023

great service!

Pros

The registration portal and attendee event check-in process is streamlined and easy to use. The Exhibitor Servic Center can be customized to have everything all in one place.

Cons

Some features have to be adjusted on the customer service level, but that is changing daily, and we have more and more immediate editing abilities.

Review source

Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication.

KH

Kimberly H.

Asst. Director Advertising, Exhibits and Sponsorships

Civil Engineering

### "eShow is worth the money"

4.0

Overall Rating

4.0

4.0

Ease of Use

5.0

5.0

Features

4.0

4.0

Customer Service

5.0

5.0

Likelihood to Recommend

10/10

July 18, 2023

I love working with eShow and how it caters to all aspects of a meeting - exhibits, registration, speakers, etc.

Pros

The ability to allow exhibiting companies to register for a booth and their staff, and the ability to easily communicate with both companies and staff.

Cons

The app needs to better compete with other companies products.

Review source

Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication.

KV

Karen V.

CEO

Events Services

### "eShow can handle all your needs and their customer service is the best!"

4.0

Overall Rating

4.0

4.0

Ease of Use

5.0

5.0

Features

4.0

4.0

Customer Service

5.0

5.0

Likelihood to Recommend

10/10

July 18, 2023

Excellent. Their team is the most friendly and knowledgeable I've worked with and I've worked with a lot of technologies. eShow's solution is comprehensive and easy to use -- we will be using other modules next year for the event!

Pros

My company had two months to produce a trade show for the Army. It was the first time we had worked on this event and and we have to pivot several times based on the venue and government requirements. eShow was there for me every step of the way. They set up the floor plan, contract, payment processing, and sponsor fulfillment in their exhibition management module quickly so our sales team could begin to sell space. As we learned new things about the venue, the eShow team helped me to adjust / make changes quickly, including flipping the entire floor plan around and renumbering all the booths! Without eShow and my account manager,\[sensitive content hidden\], we would not have been as successful in our sales efforts as we were. We sold out the show and the client was extremely happy with the trade show.

Cons

I would improve the exhibitor flow of eShow so they can more easily navigate to each section to complete what they have to do and download receipts.

Review source

Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication.

MR

Mickey R.

Director of Meetings & Convention

Non-Profit Organization Management

### "Review"

4.0

Overall Rating

4.0

4.0

Ease of Use

4.0

4.0

Features

3.0

3.0

Customer Service

3.0

3.0

Likelihood to Recommend

7/10

April 18, 2023

Overall positive. We've had challenges with the mobile app and hope to see that improve very soon.

Pros

I love the crossover between events so we don't have to recreate the wheel for each event.

Cons

I think all of eShow offerings have the potential of being more. I hope the developers continue to improve on all aspects so we can continue to use.

Review source

Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication.

KC

Kerisa C.

Director of Conferences & Events

Airlines/Aviation

### "Excellent Product!"

5.0

Overall Rating

5.0

5.0

Ease of Use

5.0

5.0

Features

5.0

5.0

Customer Service

4.0

4.0

Likelihood to Recommend

8/10

April 12, 2023

We have had a great experience working with the eShows team from initial contracting throughout our show timeline.

Pros

We highly value our partnership with the eShows team. They are very responsive and have been great to work with. The onsite registration team is always great to work with and help our small staff manage a large conference attendance.

Cons

I would love to see a more robust mobile app with more flexibility to add content.

Review source

Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication.

Response from Vendor

April 25, 2023

Thank you!! Ironically, we are very close to rolling out a new mobile app that offers the flexibility, interface and deliverables you would like to see for your events. We hope to see this Q3/Q4!

TG

Tiffany G.

Assistant Director, Meetings & Events

Non-Profit Organization Management

### "A great well rounded event platform"

5.0

Overall Rating

5.0

5.0

Ease of Use

4.0

4.0

Features

4.0

4.0

Customer Service

5.0

5.0

Likelihood to Recommend

10/10

April 12, 2023

Truly enjoy working with the team members that our organization works with at eShow. They are approachable and work hard to help us create a user-friendly experience for attendees and staff.

Pros

Being able to combine multiple event management services on one platform.

Cons

Occasionally slow to respond to tickets at what may be critical times for us. This has happened very rarely.

Switched from

[Cadmium](https://www.capterra.com/p/139093/CadmiumCD/)

Cadmium had horrible customer service and often appeared annoyed when we requested help. Convention Data Services platform was antiquated and wasn’t as easily customizable as we would have liked.

Reasons for choosing eShow

We selected eShow because the platform offered more of the elements we were looking for and the price was a good fit for our budget.

Review source

Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication.

Response from Vendor

April 25, 2023

Thank you for your feedback and kind words about eShow! Our team works tirelessly to service the tickets as fast as possible. We are also working on a help center that will assist in directing questions and needs to more immediate source of answers.

DH

Debbie H.

Director of Finance

Religious Institutions

### "Great Event Software"

5.0

Overall Rating

5.0

5.0

Ease of Use

4.0

4.0

Features

5.0

5.0

Customer Service

5.0

5.0

Likelihood to Recommend

10/10

April 10, 2023

eShow has smoothed out our registration and booth sales process. Both are now very professional, easy to manage and track.

Pros

eShow has a solid support team. If you have any issues or challenges the ticketing systems works great and questions are answered or issues resolved quickly. Our attendees LOVE the badge management portion of eShow and often request further details.

Cons

The networking module can be challenging for both the admins and the end users. I've yet to find an appointment system that works intuitively.

Review source

Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication.

Response from Vendor

April 25, 2023

Thank you for your feedback! We are glad that the registration and booth sales has helped streamline your events. However, we do agree on networking and are working hard on that!

RS

Rebecca S.

Deputy Director of Meetings and Events

Military

### "AAAA eShow Review"

4.0

Overall Rating

4.0

4.0

Ease of Use

4.0

4.0

Features

4.0

4.0

Customer Service

5.0

5.0

Likelihood to Recommend

7/10

January 25, 2023

Pros

I like that I can do everything in one place and one software. I like that there are so many ways to track things and it can be super customizable to fit my needs.

Cons

Although it's super customizable, there is a lot of work that needs to be done in the meetings module and the housing module. Meetings module is not intuitive to use and very repetitive in function that makes doing things very slow and a lot of clicks. The reporting that comes out of it for function sheets is not in line with other competitors. The housing modules, when working with many hotels is hard to track and not as customizable as I would like for it to be

Review source

Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication.

Response from Vendor

April 25, 2023

Thanks for your feedback. We are working hard to improve the meetings and housing module to make it more use-friendly and accessible across the board.

[View all Reviews](https://www.capterra.com/p/80061/eShow/reviews/)

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