HotCRP
8.1#2 in event abstract management software$7.50 one-timeFree planWebAPILinuxmacOS
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Oxford Abstracts
6.8#9 in event abstract management softwareFree planFree planWeb
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| Fact | HotCRP | Oxford Abstracts |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | HotCRP manages the conference review process, including paper submissions and reviews. | Oxford Abstracts provides software for managing academic conference submissions, reviews, decisions, and events. |
| Support | Support for independent conference sites is limited to bug fixes, and classroom use has no support. | Oxford Abstracts lists onboarding support, free video calls, video tutorials, and a knowledge base. |
HotCRP plans
- ACM-sponsoredFree
- ClassroomFree
- Free test siteFree
- USENIX-sponsoredFree
- Independent$7.50, paid once
- IEEE-sponsoredPriced on request
Oxford Abstracts plans
- BasicFree
- Abstract management$890, paid once
- Conference plans$2,290, paid once
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 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.