Comparison

MiniVAN Touch vs Whova

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

MiniVAN Touch

This app digitizes political canvassing by allowing users to collect data directly on their mobile devices. It syncs with NGP VAN, streamlining the process of uploading and integrating canvass results into databases.

Highlights
  • Mobile data collection
  • NGP VAN integration
  • Offline data entry
  • Real-time data upload
  • Streamlined data management
Currently charting
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miniVAN Touch is a mobile canvassing application that integrates with websites provided by NGP VAN. The miniVAN system allows users to export canvassing lists from VAN onto an iPad, iPhone or iPod Touch. Canvassers can then enter data into their device as they talk to people on their list. When the canvassers connect their device to the Internet over a wireless or cellular network, they can upload their data back to the VAN with the touch of a button. Administrative users on the VAN can then review the data and apply it to the database in one quick step. Canvassing with miniVAN allows NGP VAN clients to spend more time and resources on actually contacting people instead of on data entry. What’s more, it virtually eliminates the lag time between collecting canvass results and putting that data to work.

About

Whova

This app enhances professional networking at events by providing attendee profiles and in-app messaging. It helps you plan meetings, manage contacts, and stay updated on event activities.

Highlights
  • Attendee profile browsing
  • In-app messaging
  • Business card scanning
  • Event agenda and maps
  • Community board for meetups
  • Event updates and notifications
Features
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Whova is an award-winning event and conference app. It helps you gain insights about people you meet at events. Whova is one of the most widely used mobile apps by professionals for networking at conferences, trade shows, expos, summits, conventions, business meetings, corporate events, association events, and community gatherings. Whova, the Mobile Event App, has received the Event Technology Awards for five years in a row (2016-2021). Watch this PREVIEW VIDEO to see how Whova can help you: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9IKTYK8ZS9g What makes Whova special? Whova's technology builds comprehensive profiles of attendees so you can view all attendee profiles before you even arrive at the event or conference. Plan in advance whom to meet at an event, what to talk about with each attendee and reach out to others via in-app messages before, during and after the event. You can also create casual meetups and arrange social activities with other groups of attendees. Whova revolutionizes event networking and significantly improves the ROI of attending events. You can also use the Whova conference app to digitize and manage business cards you receive at events. Whova exceeds other business card reader apps like CamCard, CardMunch, ScanBizCards or Scannable etc. by automatically building full profiles using Whova's SmartProfile technology. This allows you to gain deep insights into your contacts' professional backgrounds, work experience, passions, and interests. You can also seamlessly connect with contacts online via LinkedIn and other platforms. Whova's business card scanning feature now supports cards in English, Chinese, and Korean. Whova is SOC2 Type II and PCI compliant. These security and privacy certificates recognize Whova’s practice of reliable, safe, secure, and trustworthy management of user data protection and privacy. Get more out of events: - Never miss important updates: Get instant notifications from event organizers - Browse comprehensive professional profiles of all event attendees - Use the Community Board to self-organize social activities and gatherings, coordinate rideshares, break the ice, explore job opportunities, post questions and lost & found items, etc. - Scan and save business cards and gain deep insights into your contacts - Send in-app messages and schedule private meetings before and after events - Access the agenda, GPS guidance, interactive floor maps, parking directions, slides, and photos - Get involved in event activities through live polling, event gamification, Tweeting, photo sharing, group chatting, and mobile surveys - Conveniently explore exhibitors' information and get coupons/giveaways with one tap Testimonials: - “It makes networking much more effective at this event with 500+ attendees. We no longer have to wander around wondering if we will bump into the person we really would like to meet. “ - “I could see who attended and easily follow up with the people after this entrepreneur/investor event” - “I have seen other event apps but neither of them provided such valuable information of the attendees. “ - “This app has been fantastic for networking, announcements, agenda, etc., at this one-week conference!” - “Another great feature of the Whova app is the ability to share slides and documents electronically.” - "Whova is an amazing app for keeping track of your connections and storing them in one easy-to-access place. I love the ability to connect with contacts via LinkedIn and the simplicity of emailing potential members." Get in touch: To partner with Whova or simply to stay up-to-date with the latest news, please visit our website and follow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/whovasupport We would love to hear your feedback! Contact us at: support@whova.com Acknowledgements: Icons by Icons8

Screenshots

MiniVAN Touch4 screens
Whova4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Whova at 92% against MiniVAN Touch's 25%. Whova also leads on rating (4.8 vs 3.3) and ratings volume (254K vs 287). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Whova holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Whova has 254K ratings behind it against 287, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 25% of MiniVAN Touch's written reviews are positive against 92% of Whova's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MiniVAN Touch ships an update every 2 months, Whova fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
MiniVAN Touch versus Whova: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMiniVAN TouchWhova
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.3 (287 ratings)4.8 (254K ratings) — better
Positive reviews25.5% of reviews92.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings287254K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
Best chart rank#130#98 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size23 MB146 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperNGP VANWhova Inc.

Customer experience

MiniVAN Touch

All ratings276 ratings
Positive48.9%
Neutral18.1%
Negative33.0%
Written reviews102 reviews
Positive25.5%
Neutral27.5%
Negative47.1%

Whova

All ratings252,326 ratings
Positive96.9%
Neutral2.5%
Negative0.6%
Written reviews1,636 reviews
Positive92.4%
Neutral2.6%
Negative5.1%

User reviews

MiniVAN Touch

From 287 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Intuitive and easy to learn interface
  • 🚀 Eliminates need for paper lists and clipboards
  • 📱 Efficient data entry in the field
  • 🔄 Auto-sync functionality works well when functioning
  • 📍 Map view helps identify locations

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent app crashes and freezes
  • 🔋 Severe battery drain on phones
  • 📍 Inaccurate GPS and map positioning
  • 🔄 Syncing fails frequently between canvassers
  • 💾 Data loss and disappearing entries

Whova

From 254K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Easy to use
  • 📚 Helpful for conferences
  • 🔍 Useful for networking
  • 💬 Good for community engagement
  • 🗓️ Convenient agenda and schedule management

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Glitches and bugs
  • 📧 Excessive notifications and spam
  • 🔒 Privacy concerns with automatic social media integration
  • 🤖 Unintuitive user interface
  • ⏱️ Frustrating navigation and workflow

Bugs and requests

MiniVAN Touch

Reported bugs

19 issues
  • App crashes when downloading lists
  • Login loops and authentication failures
  • Two-factor authentication stuck or unresetable
  • Data disappears after switching lists
  • Synced data not visible the next day
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  • App resets to top of list when screen locks
  • Map zooms out unexpectedly when panning
  • Inconsistent swipe gestures for marking status
  • App freezes during extended use
  • Password reset emails not arriving
  • Training video stuck with no exit option
  • Filters not functioning properly
  • App incompatible with some older devices
  • Turf sending only works for one campaign despite selection
  • Data loss on Android devices
  • Keyboard not accessible on iPad for authentication
  • Sync button accidentally triggered during canvassing
  • Randomly logs out without syncing data
  • Cannot edit notes while person marked 'Not Home'

Requested features

18 requests
  • Ability to load and switch between multiple lists simultaneously
  • Geographic sorting instead of alphabetical ordering
  • Automatic route optimization that persists
  • Bulk marking of inaccessible addresses
  • Integrated navigation/directions from map
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  • Progress indicators and motivational messages
  • Spanish language version
  • Ability to see all household members at once
  • Settings to disable repeated training prompts
  • Toggle between different canvass campaigns
  • Mock/training lists for practice
  • Customizable symbology and icons
  • Filter by party affiliation and voter status
  • Phonebanking integration
  • Bulk operations for household management
  • Dark mode toggle option
  • Persistent app state in background
  • Shared notes visible to all canvassers

Whova

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Unreliable video and audio quality
  • Inconsistent app performance across devices
  • Issues with syncing user data and settings
  • Unexpected crashes and freezes during use

Requested features

5 requests
  • Improved session scheduling and agenda management
  • Better integration with virtual conferencing tools
  • More customization options for user profiles and notifications
  • Enhanced networking and community features
  • Streamlined process for accessing recorded sessions

In-app purchases

None

MiniVAN Touch

No in-app purchases

None

Whova

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MiniVAN Touch free?
MiniVAN Touch is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Whova free?
Whova is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, MiniVAN Touch or Whova?
Whova is rated higher. MiniVAN Touch averages 3.3 out of 5 from 287 ratings, while Whova averages 4.8 from 254K ratings.
Do MiniVAN Touch or Whova have ads?
Neither MiniVAN Touch nor Whova shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MiniVAN Touch or Whova?
MiniVAN Touch ships an update every 2 months, and Whova fortnightly. Most recently, MiniVAN Touch was updated on October 29, 2026 and Whova on October 31, 2026.
Which is more popular, MiniVAN Touch or Whova?
MiniVAN Touch currently peaks at #130 in the App Store charts, and Whova at #98. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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