Disclosure: we make one of the options on this page, so this is not an independent review. Competitor facts come from their own websites and were checked on October 21, 2026. We say where others are the better fit. Spotted something wrong? Email us and we will fix it.
The options at a glance
| Provider | What it is | Published price |
|---|---|---|
| Hop On Stages | Done-for-you cold email outreach that leads with your reel | Quoted separately |
| eSpeakers | Speaker marketplace and business tools used by speakers and bureaus | PRO $119/month regular ($60 for 60 days offer) |
| SpeakerHUB | Self-serve speaker platform and database, plus a separate done-for-you VA agency | $0 / $19 / $47 per month; done-for-you not published |
| SpeakerMatch | Paid membership to browse and apply to open calls for speakers | From $30 per 4 weeks |
| Speakhyve | Done-for-you, AI-assisted cold email system for speakers (email plus LinkedIn outreach, AI reply agent) | Not published |
| SpeakerFlow | CRM and business systems for speakers (it says it is not a coaching company, agency or bureau) | $3,000 to $10,000 setup, plus $99/mo per user |
| Speakers bureaus | Agencies that place speakers with event buyers for a commission | Commission, commonly 20% to 30% |
The options
Ranked for a speaker who wants enquiries, not just a profile. Our entry is first, with its drawbacks.
1.Hop On Stagesours
Best for: Speakers who want to go out and find bookings rather than wait to be found
Pricing: Quoted separately from the reel, based on your goals. Reels are $3,000 flat
A marketplace listing waits for a planner to search. We go to them: we research event organizers, associations and bureaus that fit your topic and run cold email campaigns to the decision-makers, with your reel doing the selling. Keith Ferrazzi's campaigns produced, in his words, "somewhere close to 81 qualified leads" and close to double his monthly booked speaking engagements.
What works
- Done for you: we research decision-makers and run the cold email campaigns
- Every pitch leads with your reel, which we can also make
- Named results: Keith Ferrazzi, in his words, "somewhere close to 81 qualified leads"
- Not a bureau, so no commission on your fees
Watch out for
- Price is quoted, not published, because it depends on your goals
- A done-for-you program costs more than a self-serve subscription
- No booking guarantees (nobody honest can guarantee a booking)
- Works best once you have a strong reel; the reel is a separate $3,000
2.SpeakerHUB
Best for: Speakers who want a self-serve database at a low monthly price
Pricing: Free $0; Credibility $19/mo; Outreach $47/mo; lifetime plans $249 / $499 / $999; Enterprise $997/mo. Done-for-you agency: price not shown, "All plans have a 3-month commitment" (checked October 21, 2026)
SpeakerHUB gives you a profile plus an opportunities database to pitch from, from $19/mo, with lifetime plans and no commission. It is more active than a marketplace listing, but you still do the work.
What works
- Very low entry price
- Large opportunities database (they cite 44,000+ conferences)
- No booking commission
Watch out for
- Self-serve plans mean you still do the pitching
- Done-for-you plan price is not published and requires 3 months
- No reel production
3.SpeakerMatch
Best for: Speakers who want open calls delivered to them
Pricing: Silver $30 per 4 weeks (or $325/yr); Gold $50 per 4 weeks ($520/yr); Platinum $80 per 4 weeks ($845/yr). A 25% discount was showing when checked (checked October 21, 2026)
SpeakerMatch screens open calls for speakers each month; you apply. Plans start at $30 per 4 weeks, include an eSpeakers Basic account, and come with an 8-week money-back guarantee.
What works
- Inexpensive
- 8-week money-back guarantee
- No commission
Watch out for
- You apply to open calls alongside many other speakers
- An older industry report found most listings were low or no fee
- You write and send every application yourself
4.Speakhyve
Best for: Speakers who want AI-assisted done-for-you cold email
Pricing: Not published ("See If You Qualify") (checked October 21, 2026)
Speakhyve is a done-for-you email and LinkedIn outreach system with an AI reply agent, aimed at speakers in the $5k to $20k fee range. No published price or named clients.
What works
- Specialized in cold outreach for speakers
- Combines email, LinkedIn and an AI reply agent
- States it targets speakers in the $5k to $20k fee range
Watch out for
- No published price or named clients on the page
- The page states daily volume two ways ("200-500 emails a day" and "500+")
- No reel production, so your pitch relies on whatever video you have
5.SpeakerFlow
Best for: Speakers who have leads and need a system to manage them
Pricing: Power Up $3,000 (+$99/month per user); Flow Zone $6,000 one time; Flow Zone+ $10,000 (checked October 21, 2026)
SpeakerFlow is a CRM and business system for speakers, and says it is not a coaching company, agency or bureau. It organizes your pipeline but does not fill it. Setup runs from $3,000 plus $99/month per user.
What works
- Purpose-built CRM for speakers
- Done-for-you setup on higher tiers
Watch out for
- Organizes your pipeline but does not fill it
- Setup plus per-user monthly fees
6.A speakers bureau
Best for: Established speakers who want representation
Pricing: Commission, commonly 20% to 30% of the speaking fee (checked October 21, 2026)
Bureaus bring corporate buyers and handle negotiation and logistics, for commonly 20% to 30% of the fee. Many use eSpeakers themselves, so a bureau relationship and a listing can work together.
What works
- No upfront cost
- Access to corporate buyers
- Handle negotiation and logistics
Watch out for
- Selective: most bureaus sign speakers who already have demand
- 20% to 30% of every fee
- You do not control who you are pitched to
Why people look for an eSpeakers alternative
Credit first: eSpeakers is a long-running marketplace that bureaus actually use, with profile, calendar and business tools. Basic accounts are available free through some speaker associations, and PRO was on offer at "$60 for 60 days" against a regular $119/month when we checked. If your bureaus send you holds through eSpeakers, keep it.
Why speakers keep shopping:
It is mostly passive
A listing waits for a planner to search. Unless you rank well, you may not be seen. For a speaker who needs a pipeline now, waiting is the expensive part.
Points-based ranking
Search ranking in the marketplace is points-based, so new profiles can sit low in results until they build activity.
Cost at the regular price
At $119/month, PRO is more than most self-serve databases. Compare it with SpeakerHUB and SpeakerMatch on what you would actually use. Our head-to-head of SpeakerHUB vs eSpeakers goes deeper.
Outreach finds events that never search
Many associations and corporate events book speakers they hear about rather than search for. Reaching them takes direct outreach: see cold email for speakers and how to get booked as a keynote speaker.
How to choose
| If you... | Look for | Shortlist |
|---|---|---|
| Work with bureaus that use eSpeakers | A marketplace profile and calendar | eSpeakers (stay) |
| Will pitch yourself and want leads | A self-serve database | SpeakerHUB, SpeakerMatch |
| Want outreach done for you | Done-for-you cold email with named results | Hop On Stages, Speakhyve |
| Have leads but no system | A speaker CRM | SpeakerFlow |
| Have strong demand already | Representation on commission | A speakers bureau |
Questions people ask
What is the best alternative to eSpeakers?
For active, done-for-you outreach, Hop On Stages (quoted separately, leads with your reel). For a cheaper self-serve database, SpeakerHUB (from $19/mo). For curated open calls, SpeakerMatch.
How much does eSpeakers cost?
Per its speakers page, eSpeakers PRO was offered at "$60 for 60 days, a fraction of the regular $119/month price", and basic accounts are available, including through associations (checked October 21, 2026).
Is eSpeakers worth it?
It is most useful if bureaus and planners in your market use it to find and hold speakers. As a sole source of leads, a passive listing rarely fills a calendar.
Can I use eSpeakers and outreach together?
Yes. A complete profile helps when a planner you pitched goes looking for you. Outreach creates the conversation; the profile and your reel back it up.
Sources
- eSpeakers: pricing
- SpeakerHUB: pricing
- SpeakerMatch: pricing
- Speakhyve: website
- SpeakerFlow: pricing
- Speakers bureaus: website
- Hop On Stages: speaker booking outreach
Keep comparing
Comparison
Hop On Stages vs eSpeakers
Waiting to be found in a marketplace vs pitching the people who book speakers.
Head to head
SpeakerHUB vs eSpeakers
Two speaker platforms compared on price, how opportunities reach you, and who uses them.
Alternatives
SpeakerHUB alternatives
Self-serve platforms and done-for-you outreach compared with SpeakerHUB.
Roundup
Best speaker booking services
Done-for-you outreach, self-serve platforms and bureaus, ranked with real prices.
Guide
Get booked as a keynote speaker
The order of operations that actually produces paid keynotes: positioning, proof, then direct outreach.
Service
Speaker booking outreach
Cold email outreach to event organizers, run for you. How it works and what it has produced.
Your next stage
Get a speaker reel that books the room.
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