--- title: Web vs Native comparison description: The primary difference between the web based version and native app is how users access the platform. The web based version is accessible via a custom URL… --- [Skip to content](https://knowledgehub.crowdcomms.com/web-vs-native-comparison#main-content) [![CrowdComms Loto](https://knowledgehub.crowdcomms.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CCLOGO.png?width=96&height=91&name=CCLOGO.png)](https://crowdcomms.com/) - Home - Products - Pricing - Blog - Company Open main navigation Close main navigation - Home - Products - Pricing - Blog - Company - Contact us Contact us How can we help you? - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. 1. [Knowledge Hub](https://knowledgehub.crowdcomms.com/?hsLang=en-gb) 2. [Event App, Virtual & Hybrid Platform](https://knowledgehub.crowdcomms.com/event-app-virtual-hybrid-platform?hsLang=en-gb) 3. [Native Apps & Platform Options](https://knowledgehub.crowdcomms.com/event-app-virtual-hybrid-platform?hsLang=en-gb#native-apps-platform-options) 15 July 2026 # Web vs Native comparison The primary difference between the web based version and native app is how users access the platform. The web based version is accessible via a custom URL whereas the native app is downloaded from the Apple app store or Google Play Store. A major benefit of the CrowdComms platform is that the interface is identical across the web and native version and there is one admin dashboard to upload and edit content. There is no duplication of work and the user experience is consistent regardless of users preferred method of access. This ensure users who access the platform on desktops pre event are comfortable with the user interface when they download the native app for access onsite at in person events. This is essential for hybrid events to allow your remote audience accessing the desktop version to have the same experience as the in person audience on mobile phones.  There are subtle differences in terms of the features available. A notable difference is push notifications which is a feature of native apps and therefore not available on the web based version. If you opt to stick with web which many clients do for ease and due to the consistent user experience, you still have the ability to send pop up alerts in platform and email alerts to ensure your attendees are up to speed with the latest information.  **Customisation** *Web based:* Yes *Native add on (Same platform accessed via app stores):* Yes **Custom URL** *Web based:* Yes *Native add on (Same platform accessed via app stores):* No **Security Settings** *Web based:* Yes *Native add on (Same platform accessed via app stores):* Yes **Push Notifications** *Web based:* No *Native add on (Same platform accessed via app stores):* Yes **In Platform email alerts and notifications** *Web based:* Yes *Native add on (Same platform accessed via app stores):* Yes **App store listing with custom app name and branding** *Web based:* No *Native add on (Same platform accessed via app stores):* Yes **Agenda** *Web based:* Yes *Native add on (Same platform accessed via app stores):* Yes **Session video player with engagement panel** *Web based:* Yes with Virtual / Hybrid platform. No with Event app for in person only event. *Native add on (Same platform accessed via app stores):* Yes with Virtual / Hybrid platform. No with Event app for in person only event. **Stream hosting** *Web based:* Yes with Virtual / Hybrid platform. No with Event app for in person only event. *Native add on (Same platform accessed via app stores):* Yes with Virtual / Hybrid platform. No with Event app for in person only event. **Video player** *Web based:* Yes *Native add on (Same platform accessed via app stores):* Yes **Personalised schedules** *Web based:* Yes *Native add on (Same platform accessed via app stores):* Yes **Round table discussion rooms** *Web based:* Yes *Native add on (Same platform accessed via app stores):* No **Zoom breakout integration** *Web based:* Yes *Native add on (Same platform accessed via app stores):* Yes **Speaker profiles** *Web based:* Yes *Native add on (Same platform accessed via app stores):* Yes **Attendee profiles** *Web based:* Yes *Native add on (Same platform accessed via app stores):* Yes **1-2-1 private chat messaging** *Web based:* Yes *Native add on (Same platform accessed via app stores):* Yes **1-2-1 private video calls** *Web based:* Yes *Native add on (Same platform accessed via app stores):* No **Company profiles** *Web based:* Yes *Native add on (Same platform accessed via app stores):* Yes **Sponsor opportunities** *Web based:* Yes *Native add on (Same platform accessed via app stores):* Yes **Event information** *Web based:* Yes *Native add on (Same platform accessed via app stores):* Yes **Floor plans** *Web based:* Yes *Native add on (Same platform accessed via app stores):* Yes **Google maps** *Web based:* Yes *Native add on (Same platform accessed via app stores):* Yes **Documents** *Web based:* Yes *Native add on (Same platform accessed via app stores):* Yes **Social media** *Web based:* Yes *Native add on (Same platform accessed via app stores):* Yes **Activity feed / social wall** *Web based:* Yes *Native add on (Same platform accessed via app stores):* Yes **Live polling** *Web based:* Yes *Native add on (Same platform accessed via app stores):* Yes **Q&A** *Web based:* Yes *Native add on (Same platform accessed via app stores):* Yes **Session feedback** *Web based:* Yes *Native add on (Same platform accessed via app stores):* Yes **Surveys** *Web based:* Yes *Native add on (Same platform accessed via app stores):* Yes **Gamification** *Web based:* Yes *Native add on (Same platform accessed via app stores):* Yes **Analytics and reporting** *Web based:* Yes *Native add on (Same platform accessed via app stores):* Yes   [![CrowdComms Logo](https://knowledgehub.crowdcomms.com/hubfs/cc-logo-simple-thick-all-white%20(1).svg "CrowdComms Logo")](https://www.crowdcomms.com/) [mailto:email@email.com](mailto:email@email.com) Copyright © 2026, CrowdComms