Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
Adobe Connect
Score 7.0 out of 10
N/A
Adobe Connect is a web conferencing platform that enables users to create presentations, online training materials, and learning modules. The product is entirely Adobe Flash-based and has several add-ons for customizing its software to suit each users’ unique needs.
$50
per host/per month
ON24
Score 8.5 out of 10
N/A
ON24 is an intelligent engagement platform, that enables customers to continuously engage audiences with AI-powered, hyper-personalized webinar, virtual event and content experiences.N/A
Pricing
Adobe ConnectON24
Editions & Modules
Meetings
$50
per host/per month
Webinars & Learning
$130
per host/per month
Small Meetings
Free
Forever free for up to 3 participants
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Offerings
Pricing Offerings
Adobe ConnectON24
Free Trial
YesNo
Free/Freemium Version
NoNo
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
NoNo
Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
Additional Details
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Community Pulse
Adobe ConnectON24
Considered Both Products
Adobe Connect
Chose Adobe Connect
In my own opinion, if you compare the aspect of hosting a webinar online, it is pretty similar to other tools out there. When Adobe Connect is used for training purposes and mainly the virtual breakout session feature, that is where the tool really stands out and shine! I …
Chose Adobe Connect
We use both and I personaly feel Adobe might take over in the medium term since it has a more complete package and it is cheaper.
Chose Adobe Connect
RVIBE is platform agnostic so we know and use any and all virtual platforms depending on our clients requirements. Platforms like WebEx, GoToMeeting, Zoom, Blue Jeans, On24, Skype, Google Hangouts, Lync, Wiggio, ect all have similar options and their own niches in the virtual …
ON24
Chose ON24
We had many problems with Adobe Connect when we were using them. Between lines getting dropped, sound coming over the line, and slides not aligning with the presentation, ON24 has been a big improvement. It does a better job allowing for only registrants to attend the webinar, …
Chose ON24
ON24 is more reliable/stable than GoToWebinar and easier to switch between presenters, however GTW offers a much fuller list of local dial in numbers for speakers (most significant countries). Adobe Connect is more complex to learn from a admin console perspective but easier …
Chose ON24
ON24, INXPO and Zoom are all very similar in what they can do. I had not evaluated any other webinar companies besides Adobe Connect when I decided to go with ON24. I may go with INXPO once my current contract with ON24 expires though.
Chose ON24
We use Adobe Connect in other areas. For a webinar platform, ON24 is solid. Adobe does provide some benefits in the areas of training and learning and that is why our training team decided to go with Adobe. Also, I think it is more expensive and so that was another reason …
Chose ON24
With Adobe Connect we were missing on a lot of things like engagement (polling within the presentation), multiple resources to include, a call-to-action button (to register for the next webinar), reporting, and registration source tracking.
Chose ON24
The best part in my view is running in a browser. This is such a great thing because you get around companies having firewall or security software that can block it from running properly.
Chose ON24
In my experience, ON24 is the most user friendly webinar tool. It is easy to set up and run webinars, whilst also providing an excellent customer experience.
Chose ON24
The ON24 webinars is simple to use and is constantly updated to keep up with new technologies. Their assistance is typically valuable. I really like the webinars they provide. It always tells us what technology we might be employing or adding to our day-to-day operations, and …
Chose ON24
Very well - however, we have to start supporting 2-way dialogue verbally for smaller-scale meetings.
Chose ON24
In the end, it boiled down to video quality and ease of use. The video had to be in HD and stay in sync, plus it had to be easy for a contractor to sign in and participate. ON24 gave me the ability to customize the user experience. I could pre-set the user dashboard, but they …
Chose ON24
I think ON24 is superior to both Webex and Adobe webinar products because, at its price point, it is very customizable, easy to use, and offers great reporting features.
Chose ON24
Adobe allows for a better in-class feel for online learning communities.
Chose ON24
I have used multiple other meeting platforms and I have found that ON24 not only is the viewer experience pretty seamless but the organization user experience is easy to understand and use once you do some training. In addition, during live events, troubleshooting issues with …
Chose ON24
On24 has to be the best product in ALL aspects but at the same time the most expensive.
Chose ON24
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Webcast Elite & Elite Presentations

Chose ON24
ON24 provides the most flexibility, options for customization, ease of use, and best reporting platform for external, consumer-facing lead generation events. It's too bloated and expensive for basic video streaming or internal training, where some of the other options would …
Chose ON24
ON24 is a better tool for us given its detailed metrics and ability to be accessible across platforms without the need to download an app or special software.
Chose ON24
The presentation manager sets ON24 apart from the competition. Additionally, the audience view and widgets available made ON24 a clear choice for us.

We also selected ON24 due to the Salesforce integration capability.
Chose ON24
On24 is the best broadcasting platform compared to the others, as it is fully web integrated, allows the client to join using their computer and browser, any iOS device and just about any way they want to join. The preview of slides from the PMXD tool is excellent and gives you …
Features
Adobe ConnectON24
Performance & Compatibility of Online Events Software
Comparison of Performance & Compatibility of Online Events Software features of Product A and Product B
Adobe Connect
7.7
66 Ratings
3% below category average
ON24
-
Ratings
High quality audio8.065 Ratings00 Ratings
High quality video7.065 Ratings00 Ratings
Low bandwidth requirements6.855 Ratings00 Ratings
Mobile support9.042 Ratings00 Ratings
Screen Sharing
Comparison of Screen Sharing features of Product A and Product B
Adobe Connect
7.5
65 Ratings
5% below category average
ON24
-
Ratings
Desktop sharing7.065 Ratings00 Ratings
Whiteboards8.055 Ratings00 Ratings
Online Meetings / Events
Comparison of Online Meetings / Events features of Product A and Product B
Adobe Connect
5.6
66 Ratings
37% below category average
ON24
6.8
411 Ratings
21% below category average
Calendar integration6.042 Ratings8.5354 Ratings
Meeting initiation5.057 Ratings7.03 Ratings
Integrates with social media4.029 Ratings2.02 Ratings
Record meetings / events6.061 Ratings7.8393 Ratings
Slideshows7.052 Ratings7.9390 Ratings
Event registration00 Ratings7.4387 Ratings
Online Events Collaboration
Comparison of Online Events Collaboration features of Product A and Product B
Adobe Connect
6.7
65 Ratings
18% below category average
ON24
8.0
414 Ratings
1% below category average
Live chat7.063 Ratings7.03 Ratings
Audience polling7.056 Ratings8.2375 Ratings
Q&A6.053 Ratings8.8411 Ratings
Online Events Security
Comparison of Online Events Security features of Product A and Product B
Adobe Connect
8.4
61 Ratings
5% above category average
ON24
8.3
383 Ratings
1% below category average
User authentication7.953 Ratings8.02 Ratings
Participant roles & permissions8.061 Ratings8.4373 Ratings
Confidential attendee list9.348 Ratings8.5356 Ratings
VoIP system collaboration
Comparison of VoIP system collaboration features of Product A and Product B
Adobe Connect
6.5
1 Ratings
15% below category average
ON24
-
Ratings
Video conferencing8.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Audio conferencing7.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Video screen sharing8.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Instant messaging3.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Online Events Marketing
Comparison of Online Events Marketing features of Product A and Product B
Adobe Connect
-
Ratings
ON24
7.7
388 Ratings
7% below category average
Branding options00 Ratings8.2380 Ratings
Integration to Marketing Automation00 Ratings7.7333 Ratings
Attendee list export00 Ratings7.136 Ratings
Virtual Event
Comparison of Virtual Event features of Product A and Product B
Adobe Connect
-
Ratings
ON24
7.8
40 Ratings
2% below category average
Email marketing00 Ratings7.636 Ratings
Audience engagement00 Ratings7.440 Ratings
Event analytics00 Ratings8.240 Ratings
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Score 9.3 out of 10
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JioMeet
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Score 9.4 out of 10
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Score 8.6 out of 10
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User Ratings
Adobe ConnectON24
Likelihood to Recommend
5.5
(94 ratings)
8.3
(458 ratings)
Likelihood to Renew
10.0
(27 ratings)
7.3
(43 ratings)
Usability
8.5
(38 ratings)
6.9
(27 ratings)
Availability
5.5
(1 ratings)
7.3
(209 ratings)
Performance
-
(0 ratings)
3.3
(7 ratings)
Support Rating
7.5
(31 ratings)
6.0
(32 ratings)
In-Person Training
-
(0 ratings)
9.1
(3 ratings)
Online Training
7.5
(2 ratings)
4.8
(5 ratings)
Implementation Rating
7.9
(4 ratings)
1.0
(11 ratings)
Configurability
-
(0 ratings)
2.7
(5 ratings)
Ease of integration
-
(0 ratings)
1.0
(4 ratings)
Product Scalability
5.0
(1 ratings)
8.1
(228 ratings)
Vendor post-sale
-
(0 ratings)
9.0
(5 ratings)
Vendor pre-sale
-
(0 ratings)
1.0
(6 ratings)
User Testimonials
Adobe ConnectON24
Likelihood to Recommend
Adobe
Adobe Connect is wonderful for repeatable branded learning experiences or webinars. They allow for creating an event with a series of similar layouts. The ability to alter these are easy, and duplicating layouts makes for fast alterations. Changing between layouts also creates visual interest as learners see things shift. Adobe Connect also is great for accessibility, the captions allow for resizing and placing the captions in various sections. The recordings also can have a searchable transcript to get to the information you want fast. Adobe Connect allows for running fun games/events as well, there are lots of apps that make the experience unique, and allows for managing content on screen as you'd like.
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ON24
I find that ON24 caters for all types of organisations, having it allows for more choice/options. The experience around virtual events if fantastic and the ON24 team is constantly improving the platform. If you want to run a virtual events programme where you want to generate leads and track engagement, then ON24 is the platform for you
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Pros
Adobe
  • It's a quick method to exchange files, file, documents, and videos from a web app. Real-time conversation, and screen-sharing are all supported. It has a highly user-friendly interface. It is really simple to assist the teams.
  • Even team engagements is beneficial since it allows them to share their expertise with others, and the big benefit is the security of the rooms' access is fairly simple to manage.
  • The interface, which include features like notes, chat, pods, etc. When we're trying to gather rapid and exact information, simplify our work as much as possible.
  • Adobe Connect's features since they allow team members to express their ideas during meetings without causing disruptions, thereby bypassing the current international boundary of distance.
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ON24
  • Registration pages are easy to build and look clean
  • Console (audience view) offers many tools to use for presentations and to engage the audience
  • Reporting and analytics are robust and provide detailed reports that help us process attendees in our marketing database
  • Support team and responsive and helpful
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Cons
Adobe
  • Nonetheless, Adobe Connect lacks the engagement monitoring, which can be critical for the management to oversee.
  • Besides, Adobe Connect has no certification management, which is essential in the current education or training field.
  • Lastly, Adobe Connect has no offline editing tool, hence, when the internet connection is not there, many things can not be conducted effectively.
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ON24
  • There was a recent update within the past year where the UX designer or developer thought it would be best to wide all titles from the audience view until they placed their mouse on top of the window. That was the worst mistake, as we have a moderator script where we tell the audience what each of the tool bars are and they can’t grasp what the tool is without putting their mouse there. From an accessibility standpoint point, it’s back to 1999 when there was no laws about accessibility.
  • Number one above is a major pain point.
  • ON24 needs to do a better job of introducing features and soliciting feedback from their customers vs making a high impactful change like #1 described above.
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Likelihood to Renew
Adobe
The longer you use Adobe Connect, the longer you are likely to use it. Because you can build more and more resources over time, creating rooms that you re-use, recorded content you can repurpose, and tools that form the basis of ever increasing productivity, the more you use Connect, the more productive you become. Unlike competing products where, with every meeting you essentially start over -- setting up your resources for each meeting -- in my Connect rooms, I have highly tuned tools to accomplish my knowledge transfer goals. When I want to conduct another session - I send a link out to the appropriate room and instantly we are all focusing on getting a job done together. This ability of Adobe Connect to make you productive at an ever quickening rate is a competitive advantage
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ON24
ON24 is everything we expected and everything we needed. It's simple to use, extremely customizable, and scales very easily. The integration to our CRM makes ON24 major lead generator for our sales team from our established webinars series. We can automate lead delivery to our sales team as well. If anything, we will look to expand our partnership in the future.
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Usability
Adobe
I gave it a 6 because it does have lots of functionality, has a strong brand and reputation following, etc. but it does have its glitches and experiences with low bandwidth issues. I believe it has more features than my organization fully leverages, so some of those pieces haven't been explored yet. But there are opportunities for improvement in their online resource support, stability at high usages as well.
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ON24
97% of our attendees say it is the best trainings they have every attended. But they other 3% have a horrible experience (while watching the event live) interesting fact. On24 uses two different encoders for live vs OnDemand. I have never had issues with the On-Demand experience. My only complaints come during live events
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Reliability and Availability
Adobe
No answers on this topic
ON24
ON24 is always available when I have a question about a new feature, if I'm having issues during a live webinar, or if I'm having issues with a webinar on the backend. Our client support specialist, Heather Haines, has always been incredibly consistent with getting me the answers I need when I need them.
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Performance
Adobe
No answers on this topic
ON24
Sometimes (it may be my computer) i cant login to ON24. I create a new PW and then i still cant get in. I clear cache/try new browser etc. and nothing works. I come back in a few hours and its like the problem never existed, its the strangest thing. Outside of that everything works pretty seamless. We've ran into a few bumps with Marketo talking to ON24 and passing reg through but have that figured out now. Not being able to be on a VPN when connecting to webcam on the presenter side does cause issues for our government speakers.
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Support Rating
Adobe
The customer support of Adobe connect is professional and well-skilled for resolving our minor and major issues. Moreover, it has almost all the features that will provide you a secure connection, with people across the world. Education institutes can also implement this software. On the basis of its quality and technology, I will surely advise you to try it once.
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ON24
ON24 support is really good with the 24/5 support chat line, where someone actually responds within 30 seconds. The customers success team is also really good and our rep is very helpful with all our questions. Whenever we have more technical questions, she will bring on a IT designer or a tech specialist on our calls for additional comments and help.
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In-Person Training
Adobe
No answers on this topic
ON24
Most points of relevance were covered as far as I can remember.
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Online Training
Adobe
The ability to have most of the functionality of a full LMS at a fraction of the cost is huge. I can create manage and deploy both synchronous and asynchronous training based on the situation and all of my training is tracked through a series of easily created reports
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ON24
On24 has amazing ON-Demand trainings that you can use at anytime and they walk you through step by step on different topics/ they are always updating and innovating and putting out new trainings. I would highly reccomend the trainings and reading the documents they have created. They also do live webinars on a rolling basis that are filled with so much knowledge and Information
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Implementation Rating
Adobe
Prices do not seem to vary much among resellers of the Adobe Connect hosted license; the only price variation you're likely to find are among the audio providers. When implementing, you may also wish to look into expanding the amount of storage you are allowed on the server to avoid any problems later on as your library of files starts to build up
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ON24
We had a few training's, which were broken up, and focused on specific areas of how to use the platform. Mostly though, a lot of it is just dedicating your time to learning and exploring what the possibilities are for enhancing your webinars
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Alternatives Considered
Adobe
Actually, it was the other way around....we were using Adobe Connect, company-wide, then switched over to Zoom, mostly, I think, as a cost-cutting measure. But some Learning & Development folks campaigned to be allowed to retain some Adobe Connect licenses (for example, one L&D area had literally over 250 room layouts that their course facilitators could just jump into and use to deliver a course on short notice), which also allows some of us to continue to publish Presenter and Captivate modules to the Adobe server. (But, even those of us who still have Adobe Connect licenses use Zoom for most regular business meetings.)
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ON24
From what I've seen, ON24 is built specifically to meet the needs of event marketing (or marketing generally), versus the other platforms which are more about simply providing a mechanism to hold virtual meetings. The integration with sales and marketing systems is really valuable. I don't know about pricing differences, but if the competitors were comparable, I would still select ON24.
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Scalability
Adobe
No answers on this topic
ON24
The ON24 platform is straightforward to use and train clients on, which is a huge plus. Clients appreciate its features and simplicity. Internally, we receive valuable analytical data from webinar events, enabling the organization to make data-driven decisions. This helps us optimize strategies and drive success for B2B businesses effectively.
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Return on Investment
Adobe
  • Save on time - our instructors and people that use the platform can teach more classes and more often than in-person training and time traveling.
  • We cut down on spending. When we offer training using Connect - we do not have to spend on meals, hard copy materials, and reserving a venue to deliver training.
  • We increase our training sales significantly but offering Connect as an alternative - any unforeseen cancellations to a public class can result in transferring to a remote online Connected class.
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ON24
  • We get a lot of MQLs from our webinars. The integration with SFDC is a game changer over platforms that don't offer that integration.
  • The addition of emojis and chat to our event consoles has greatly increased our engagement.
  • We love marketing the fact that on-demand viewers can still submit questions and we'll answer them by email. Who else can say that?
  • We would like to be able to make changes to all console elements after events have taken place. Sometimes stuff just needs to be updated.
  • As we improve our audience segmentation, we are looking forward to the segment customization options that are now available on the console.
  • The webinars ON24 sponsors provide us with some great ideas for improving our overall strategic marketing.
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