GoTo Webinar vs. LiveWebinar

Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
GoTo Webinar
Score 7.9 out of 10
N/A
GoToWebinar is GoTo’s webinar and online conferencing solution, and offers features like audience polling and Q&A, flexible scheduling experiences, and webinar templates. It offers CRM integrations and reporting & analytics tools to help engage clients’ audiences.
$49
per month per organizer
LiveWebinar
Score 9.3 out of 10
N/A
LiveWebinar is a cloud-based tool that helps users manage online webinars, meetings, training, live streaming, chats, screen sharing, social media broadcasting and high definition (HD) recording via web browsers. It is a customizable solution that allows users to change logos, room colors, and design layouts, as well as create personalized registration forms to match their business's brand identity, and control email delivery and report designs. LiveWebinar allows users to broadcast…
$17.99
per month per user
Pricing
GoTo WebinarLiveWebinar
Editions & Modules
Lite
$49/month
per month per organizer
Standard
$99/month
per month per organizer
Pro
$199/month
per month per organizer
Enterprise
$399/month
per month per organizer
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Offerings
Pricing Offerings
GoTo WebinarLiveWebinar
Free Trial
YesNo
Free/Freemium Version
YesYes
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
YesYes
Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeOptional
Additional Details
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Features
GoTo WebinarLiveWebinar
Reporting & Analytics
Comparison of Reporting & Analytics features of Product A and Product B
GoTo Webinar
7.5
152 Ratings
1% below category average
LiveWebinar
7.3
3 Ratings
4% below category average
Dashboards7.6144 Ratings6.72 Ratings
Data exportability7.4140 Ratings8.01 Ratings
Performance & Compatibility of Online Events Software
Comparison of Performance & Compatibility of Online Events Software features of Product A and Product B
GoTo Webinar
7.7
169 Ratings
5% below category average
LiveWebinar
9.0
3 Ratings
11% above category average
High quality audio8.4169 Ratings10.03 Ratings
Mobile support7.9119 Ratings8.03 Ratings
Online Meetings / Events
Comparison of Online Meetings / Events features of Product A and Product B
GoTo Webinar
7.2
169 Ratings
12% below category average
LiveWebinar
9.0
3 Ratings
10% above category average
Calendar integration8.0146 Ratings9.01 Ratings
Record meetings / events8.6164 Ratings9.03 Ratings
Slideshows8.3147 Ratings9.03 Ratings
Event registration8.5160 Ratings9.02 Ratings
Online Events Collaboration
Comparison of Online Events Collaboration features of Product A and Product B
GoTo Webinar
8.4
214 Ratings
0% above category average
LiveWebinar
8.5
3 Ratings
2% above category average
Audience polling8.3192 Ratings8.02 Ratings
Q&A8.6210 Ratings9.03 Ratings
Online Events Security
Comparison of Online Events Security features of Product A and Product B
GoTo Webinar
8.1
165 Ratings
3% below category average
LiveWebinar
8.5
2 Ratings
2% above category average
Participant roles & permissions8.1162 Ratings8.02 Ratings
Confidential attendee list8.0142 Ratings9.01 Ratings
Online Events Marketing
Comparison of Online Events Marketing features of Product A and Product B
GoTo Webinar
7.9
132 Ratings
2% above category average
LiveWebinar
8.5
3 Ratings
9% above category average
Branding options8.0128 Ratings9.03 Ratings
Integration to Marketing Automation7.8112 Ratings8.03 Ratings
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User Ratings
GoTo WebinarLiveWebinar
Likelihood to Recommend
7.8
(225 ratings)
9.0
(3 ratings)
Likelihood to Renew
7.7
(8 ratings)
10.0
(1 ratings)
Usability
8.5
(221 ratings)
9.0
(1 ratings)
Availability
9.0
(2 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
Performance
7.6
(2 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
Support Rating
7.3
(4 ratings)
10.0
(1 ratings)
Implementation Rating
6.5
(5 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
Configurability
4.7
(2 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
Product Scalability
6.7
(2 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
Vendor post-sale
7.1
(2 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
Vendor pre-sale
7.0
(2 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
User Testimonials
GoTo WebinarLiveWebinar
Likelihood to Recommend
GoTo (formerly LogMeIn)
GoTo webinars are well suited for smaller marketing/sales teams, SMBs, or companies with very tight budgets that want value out of their investments. They may be less appropriate for organizations that want to scale across large enterprises or invest in companies focusing on AI and Gen AI.
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RTCLab
LiveWebinar is best for individuals holding quick meetings or daily scheduled events. Having friction less meetings for teams which does not require prior app installation or setup makes this the perfect webinar platform for persons with techphobia. Schedule, Send, and Start the meeting. There's even built in surveys and tests which makes the meeting or event more engaging and interactive. Unfortunately for multi-day events, it is very hard to use LiveWebinar for this purpose. Let's say for virtual conferences which has defined dates and times for each session, LiveWebinar won't fit this purpose, or at least, it is very hard to execute this scenario using the platform.
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Pros
GoTo (formerly LogMeIn)
  • We launched a product for a mass and more than 500 people attended the webinar and it was seamless.
  • Recording capability for the later usage
  • Setup is very simple for both admins and end users
  • Polls are helpful in assessing the engagement of the customers
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RTCLab
  • Let's you create dedicated (permanent) meeting rooms for recurring meetings/training.
  • Easy overview of all past events/webinars.
  • Branding of a meeting room with company logo possible.
  • Lots of features that make the meeting more professional.
  • No need to install software to connect to a webinar.
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Cons
GoTo (formerly LogMeIn)
  • Can't schedule recurring webinars twice per week or every other week--must manually add or delete instances.
  • Can't schedule recurring webinars more than 'x' number of instances (less than a year's worth).
  • If you want a recurring webinar to continue past the last instance (in order to keep the same link), your only option is to manually add future instances before the last one occurs. If the last instance occurs, the webinar (and corresponding link) are archived with no recourse and you must recreate it from scratch and update every bit of external collateral with a new link. So I have to have reminders on my calendar every 6 months to go in and add additional dates for all my recurring webinars in order to keep my links active.
  • Canceling/changing seats is a huge pain.
  • The default 'join' screen is app-based rather than web based, so registrants often have to download GTW. I have a lot of clients whose computers are locked down from unapproved apps and have missed the webinar because the ability to join on the web is very unintuitive.
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RTCLab
  • Connectivity and streaming are not always reliable and a webpage needs to be reloaded.
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Likelihood to Renew
GoTo (formerly LogMeIn)
Our largest issue with GoTo have been the limitations on recording and using recordings to host a webinar, and the biggest of those is the ability to record. We have had most of our webinars recorded successfully, but when it failed to save, it failed in a big way. Their customer service team was there to help, but they were unable to truly fix the problem. There are, of course, other providers, but as we are still seeing where hosted webinars fit in our marketing strategy, cost is an important factor. Since our company already uses GoToMeeting, it makes more sense for us to stay with the entire suite of products, especially while we are testing the strategy as a whole.
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RTCLab
Absolutely love the features of Livewebinar and it's probably the most advanced Live webinar solution that I have used. Even with the absence of a native mobile app, the platform is useable on mobile or tablet screen sizes. There's no noticeable lags during the presentation and users find it easy to use and navigate during the presentations / webinars.
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Usability
GoTo (formerly LogMeIn)
GoTo Webinar's User Interface is simple and straightforward, which is what I, as an end user, prefer to interact with when I only use a software once or twice a month; I don't want to have to remember extra steps just to attend a webinar.
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RTCLab
LiveWebinar is an all in one solution for daily meetings and events. I made it a 9 as it is almost perfect in its current form. However, there were some reported issues on mobile connectivity as there is no native app of LiveWebinar for both iOS and Android. Moreover, I'm hoping that LiveWebinar could connect to my Google, Outlook, or iCal calendar to synch events regularly. I'd love to see my calendar inside LiveWebinar which makes it to the top of the feature wishlist for this platform. Further, if LiveWebinar is able to handle multiple day events or meetings with just a few clicks, that would make this platform, a 11/10 rating!
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Reliability and Availability
GoTo (formerly LogMeIn)
I rated GoTo Webinar a 9 out of 10 for availability because it generally performs reliably, with minimal application errors or unplanned outages. The platform’s high uptime ensures that it’s usually accessible when needed, supporting a seamless experience for scheduling and conducting webinars. While occasional minor issues may arise, they are infrequent and typically well-managed, contributing to a strong overall rating for availability.
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RTCLab
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Performance
GoTo (formerly LogMeIn)
I rated GoTo Webinar an 8 out of 10 for performance due to its generally robust capabilities. Pages load quickly, and reports are generated efficiently, even for complex data sets. The platform’s integration with other systems typically doesn’t introduce significant latency or performance issues. However, during peak usage times or when handling very large data volumes, there can be occasional slowdowns. Despite these instances, GoTo Webinar consistently provides strong performance and reliability in its core functions.
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RTCLab
No answers on this topic
Support Rating
GoTo (formerly LogMeIn)
I was always able to get someone on the phone when I needed to. They were very thorough and ensuring my questions were answered. And if I was asking for a solution or request that they didn't offer, they told me so I could at least stop trying to search for it.
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RTCLab
Customer support of LiveWebinar is top notch. They are available almost 24x7x365. I rarely wait for the next response and given that people are not suppose to work on holidays or weekends, their support agents are always there to lend a helping hand. The responses are spot on. It's not that I need help with platform having some issues or anything, but for general account questions, they quickly respond to each and every query I raise over to support. Definitely one of the best things with LiveWebinar.
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Implementation Rating
GoTo (formerly LogMeIn)
I didn't participate in the implementation nor did my company. As far as I know we have an IT office running alla these projects and we just use the final products for our educational purposes. I also didn't notice implementation at any level while using the desktop interface, but would immediately recognize it, if so.
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RTCLab
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Alternatives Considered
GoTo (formerly LogMeIn)
GoToWebinar has a user-friendly interface and intuitive controls. When comparing it with other platforms, assess how easily you can navigate through features, set up events, and engage with participants. Connection stability, audio and video quality seem pretty much ok. Interactive polls, Q&A sessions, recording options are also working fine and provide to the user experience
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RTCLab
  • Lower cost of ownership
  • Same or superior features
  • No additional software needs to be installed to join the meeting since everybody has already a web browser.
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Scalability
GoTo (formerly LogMeIn)
I rated GoTo Webinar an 8 out of 10 for scalability because it effectively supports deployment across multiple departments and sites with its flexible features. It allows for easy management of large-scale webinars and integration with various systems, accommodating a growing number of users and sessions. However, some users might find limitations in advanced customization or specific integration needs as their requirements become more complex. Overall, its robust capabilities and adaptability make it a strong choice for scalable webinar solutions.
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RTCLab
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Return on Investment
GoTo (formerly LogMeIn)
  • GoTo Webinar has been an excellent way to stay relevant and to get current topics/information to our target audience.
  • We usually get 100-200 attendees per session in a niche market, many are international attendees
  • The ability to get specific data from the audience via custom registration questions allows us to really focus on what they want to see.
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RTCLab
  • LiveWebinar has made coordinating schedules for training easier.
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ScreenShots

GoTo Webinar Screenshots

Screenshot of Setup flow for a new webinar in GoTo Webinar.Screenshot of Organizer's Control Panel and in-session experience

LiveWebinar Screenshots

Screenshot of live streamingScreenshot of LiveWebinar brandingScreenshot of Room view on laptop and mobileScreenshot of Room view with live chat and participantsScreenshot of Room view YouTube PlayerScreenshot of User panel - registration forms + automation