Fourwaves
8.2#1 in event scheduling softwareFrom $999 a yearFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
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Oxford Abstracts
6.8#9 in event abstract management softwareFree planFree planWeb
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| Fact | Fourwaves | Oxford Abstracts |
|---|---|---|
| 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 privacy policy says conference data is stored for at least a year after the conference start date unless the customer deletes the event. |
| Founded | 2012 | 2001 |
| Headquarters | Québec, Québec, Canada | Acharacle, United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Fourwaves manages academic conferences, including abstracts, peer review, registration, event websites, programs and conference apps. | Oxford Abstracts provides software for managing academic conference submissions, reviews, decisions, and events. |
Fourwaves plans
- StarterFree
- Essential$999 a year
- Advanced$2,599 a year
- ProPriced on request
Oxford Abstracts plans
- BasicFree
- Abstract management$890, paid once
- Conference plans$2,290, paid once
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 Oxford Abstracts if…
It suits organisers of academic conferences who need submission, review, and decision workflows. Larger events may also use its conference program, networking, and content features.