HotCRP
8.1#2 in event abstract management software$7.50 one-timeFree planWebAPILinuxmacOS
VisitHotCRP vs joyn
What both publish
| Fact | HotCRP | joyn |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | HotCRP manages the conference review process, including paper submissions and reviews. | Joyn is a configurable, cloud-based association management system designed to combine association operations in one platform. |
| Support | Support for independent conference sites is limited to bug fixes, and classroom use has no support. | Clients receive a dedicated Customer Success Manager, tailored training, and ongoing support; the maker says most clients go live in 3–5 weeks. |
HotCRP plans
- ACM-sponsoredFree
- ClassroomFree
- Free test siteFree
- USENIX-sponsoredFree
- Independent$7.50, paid once
- IEEE-sponsoredPriced on request
joyn plans
- Custom pricingPriced on request
Pick HotCRP if…
HotCRP suits conference organizers managing paper submission, reviewer assignment and program committee decisions. Self-hosting may suit users able to run the required web server and software.
Pick joyn if…
joyn suits association management companies and professional, trade, medical, or scientific associations seeking a configurable system for membership and event operations. It may also fit teams that need conference submission workflows or online member services.