Fourwaves
8.2#1 in event scheduling softwareFrom $999 a yearFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
VisitFourwaves vs OpenCFP
What both publish
| Fact | Fourwaves | OpenCFP |
|---|---|---|
| Data retention | Unless the customer directs otherwise, event data is retained for 12 months after the event and may be deleted after six months of account inactivity. | The README recommends deleting database data within 15 months of accepting submissions. |
| Purpose | Fourwaves manages academic conferences, including abstracts, peer review, registration, event websites, programs and conference apps. | OpenCFP is a PHP-based conference talk submission system. |
Fourwaves plans
- StarterFree
- Essential$999 a year
- Advanced$2,599 a year
- ProPriced on request
OpenCFP plans
- OpenCFPFree
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 OpenCFP if…
OpenCFP suits conference organizers who want to host proposal intake and review themselves. It is also relevant to teams able to manage its PHP and web-server requirements.