Facts about Hobnob reflect publicly listed pricing and features. We update this page when either platform changes their offering.
| Feature | InviteBeam | Hobnob |
|---|---|---|
| Delivery channel | Email with per-guest RSVP links | Primarily text message |
| Pricing model | Free up to 10 guests, then flat $5/event | Freemium with paid upgrades |
| App required | No — any browser | Mobile app centred |
| Guest list source | Paste or CSV import of emails | Phone contacts |
| Meal + dietary tracking | Included | Limited |
| Automatic thank-yous | Included | Not standard |
| Gift registry links | Included | Limited |
| Calendar (.ics) attachments | Yes | Add to calendar |
Hobnob is a digital invitation service built around mobile and text-message delivery, with a design library and freemium pricing. Its workflow centres on sending invitations from a phone to contacts in your address book.
We'd rather you pick the right tool than a refund-worthy mistake. Hobnob is a better fit if:
No. InviteBeam delivers by email, giving each guest a unique RSVP link. You can also copy that link and send it however you like — including by text — but the platform itself does not send SMS.
Text tends to be read faster, so Hobnob has an edge on very short notice. For anything with a week or more of lead time, email invitations with automatic reminders reach guests reliably and collect far more detail.
Yes — that is a common reason to choose InviteBeam. Coworkers, extended family, and club or school contacts are usually reachable by email long before you have their mobile numbers.
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