Fourwaves
8.2#1 in event scheduling softwareFrom $999 a yearFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
VisitFourwaves vs OpenAgenda
OpenAgenda
6.0#27 in event scheduling softwareFree planFree planWebAPI
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Fourwaves | OpenAgenda |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 2012 | 2015 |
| Purpose | Fourwaves manages academic conferences, including abstracts, peer review, registration, event websites, programs and conference apps. | OpenAgenda is web software for promoting public events: organizers enter their schedule once and broadcast it across multiple media channels. |
Fourwaves plans
- StarterFree
- Essential$999 a year
- Advanced$2,599 a year
- ProPriced on request
OpenAgenda plans
- Free accountFree
Pick Fourwaves if…
Fourwaves suits universities, scientific societies, and research networks organizing academic or scientific conferences. It is particularly relevant to organizers who need abstract review workflows alongside registration and attendee-facing event materials.
Pick OpenAgenda if…
OpenAgenda suits event organizers, communities, festivals, administrations, higher education and research institutions, companies, and media. It may fit teams that need public submissions with moderated publication or multiple event export formats.