HotCRP
8.1#2 in event abstract management software$7.50 one-timeFree planWebAPILinuxmacOS
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Microsoft CMT
6.1#17 in event abstract management softwareFree planFree planWeb
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| Fact | HotCRP | Microsoft CMT |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | HotCRP manages the conference review process, including paper submissions and reviews. | CMT is a conference management system for academic, scientific peer reviews only. |
| Support | Support for independent conference sites is limited to bug fixes, and classroom use has no support. | For conference-specific questions users should contact conference chairs; other questions can be directed to CMT Help and Docs. |
HotCRP plans
- ACM-sponsoredFree
- ClassroomFree
- Free test siteFree
- USENIX-sponsoredFree
- Independent$7.50, paid once
- IEEE-sponsoredPriced on request
Microsoft CMT plans
- FreeFree
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 Microsoft CMT if…
CMT is for academic and scientific conference organizers managing peer review, submissions, and conference schedules. Its roles and workflows also accommodate reviewers, authors, and proceedings editors.