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 |
| SpeakerMatch | Paid membership to browse and apply to open calls for speakers | From $30 per 4 weeks |
| 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 |
| eSpeakers | Speaker marketplace and business tools used by speakers and bureaus | PRO $119/month regular ($60 for 60 days offer) |
| Speakhyve | Done-for-you, AI-assisted cold email system for speakers (email plus LinkedIn outreach, AI reply agent) | Not published |
| Speak to Scale Agency | Speaker coaching and management agency | $2,500 intensive, then from $2,500/mo |
| 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 more paid bookings and fewer cold applications. Our entry is first, with its drawbacks.
1.Hop On Stagesours
Best for: Speakers who want outreach to decision-makers who are not posting open calls
Pricing: Quoted separately from the reel, based on your goals. Reels are $3,000 flat
SpeakerMatch puts you in a queue with every other applicant to a posted call. Our outreach goes the other way: we find event organizers, associations and bureaus that fit your topic and email the decision-maker directly, with your reel in the pitch. Doug Noll was selected as a workshop presenter at a statewide summit, and Steve Taubman landed a paid invitation in New York City with travel and hotel covered.
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 bigger self-serve database at a lower 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's self-serve plans run $0, $19/mo and $47/mo, with lifetime options. It cites 44,000+ conferences and charges no commission. Like SpeakerMatch, you still do the pitching.
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.eSpeakers
Best for: Speakers who want to be found rather than to apply
Pricing: eSpeakers PRO: "$60 for 60 days, a fraction of the regular $119/month price"; basic accounts available, including through associations (checked October 21, 2026)
eSpeakers is a marketplace bureaus use, with profile and calendar tools. SpeakerMatch membership includes an eSpeakers Basic account, so you may already have one. PRO is $119/month at the regular price.
What works
- Established marketplace that bureaus use
- Profile and calendar tools
- Free basic accounts via associations
Watch out for
- Mostly passive: you wait to be found
- Search ranking is points-based
- PRO is $119/month at the regular price
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 builds an AI-assisted cold email and LinkedIn system for speakers in 14 days, per its site, and says it targets speakers in the $5k to $20k fee range. No price or named clients are published.
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.Speak to Scale Agency
Best for: Speakers who want coaching and management in one
Pricing: Blueprint Intensive $2,500; Presentation Development $5k to $7,500; Speaker Management "starting at $2500/month" (after the intensive) (checked October 21, 2026)
Speak to Scale combines talk development and coaching with speaker management that includes opportunity scouting and pitching. Management starts at $2,500/month and requires the $2,500 Blueprint Intensive first.
What works
- Coaching and talk development alongside pitching
- Representation and PR included in management
Watch out for
- Management requires the $2,500 intensive first
- Monthly retainer from $2,500
6.A speakers bureau
Best for: Established speakers who already have demand
Pricing: Commission, commonly 20% to 30% of the speaking fee (checked October 21, 2026)
A speakers bureau places you with corporate buyers and handles negotiation, for a commission, commonly 20% to 30% of your fee. Most bureaus sign speakers who already have demand. See speakers bureau commission.
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 a SpeakerMatch alternative
Credit first: SpeakerMatch is cheap (Silver $30 per 4 weeks, Gold $50, Platinum $80, with annual plans), it charges no commission, it includes an eSpeakers Basic account, and it offers an 8-week money-back guarantee. It also screens open calls for you, which saves hours of searching.
Why speakers keep shopping:
Open calls are competitive
A posted call for speakers attracts many applications. You are competing on a short written pitch, often against speakers who will accept a lower fee.
Fee levels
An older industry report found most SpeakerMatch listings were low or no fee. That may have changed, but if your goal is paid keynotes, check the fee range of the calls you actually see before you renew.
You do every application
SpeakerMatch finds the calls; you write and send every application. If time is the constraint, a done-for-you option may be cheaper per booking than it looks. See how to get booked as a keynote speaker.
Direct outreach reaches events that never post calls
Many associations and corporate events never post an open call. They book speakers they hear about. Reaching them takes direct outreach: see cold email for speakers.
How to choose
| If you... | Look for | Shortlist |
|---|---|---|
| Will apply consistently and want curated calls | Screened open calls | SpeakerMatch (stay) |
| Want more leads for less per month | A large self-serve database | SpeakerHUB |
| Want planners and bureaus to find you | A marketplace profile | eSpeakers |
| Want someone else to pitch decision-makers | Done-for-you outreach with named results | Hop On Stages, Speakhyve |
| Already have strong demand | Representation on commission | A speakers bureau |
Questions people ask
What is the best alternative to SpeakerMatch?
For done-for-you outreach to decision-makers, Hop On Stages (quoted separately, leads with your reel). For a cheaper self-serve database, SpeakerHUB (from $19/mo). To be found by bureaus, eSpeakers.
How much does SpeakerMatch cost?
Per its site: 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).
Is SpeakerMatch worth it?
It can be, if you apply consistently and the calls fit your fee. The 8-week money-back guarantee makes it low risk to test.
Do SpeakerMatch listings pay?
Some do. An older industry report found most listings were low or no fee, so check current listings in your topic before committing.
Sources
- SpeakerMatch: pricing
- SpeakerHUB: pricing
- eSpeakers: pricing
- Speakhyve: website
- Speak to Scale Agency: pricing
- Speakers bureaus: website
- Hop On Stages: speaker booking outreach
Keep comparing
Comparison
Hop On Stages vs SpeakerMatch
Applying to open calls for speakers vs having someone pitch the events that never post one.
Head to head
SpeakerMatch vs SpeakerHUB
Two low-cost ways to find speaking opportunities yourself, compared on price, guarantees and how they work.
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
Find paid speaking engagements
Where paid stages actually come from, which sources are mostly unpaid, and how to research events yourself.
Guide
Cold email for speakers
Finding the decision-maker, verifying emails, a short pitch structure, follow-ups and deliverability basics.
Your next stage
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