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Head-to-head · Event Abstract Management Software

Oxford Abstracts vs SimplyConf

  • Updated Sep 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 2 checks side by side
Higher score Oxford Abstracts #5 in Event Abstract Management Software 7.3/10 Free plan · paid from $890 Free plan✓ 1 of 5 features Try Oxford Abstracts
SimplyConf #6 in Event Abstract Management Software 7.1/10 Free plan · paid from $29/yr Free plan✓ 1 of 5 features Visit SimplyConf

Oxford Abstracts leads on 0 checks, SimplyConf on 0, and 2 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 2 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreOxford Abstracts · 7.3/10
  • Free planboth

Oxford Abstracts scores higher on our rubric for event abstract management software: 7.3 against 7.1 out of 10; our editors rank them #5 and #6.

Oxford Abstracts is the better fit for large events needing unlimited abstract submissions. SimplyConf is the better fit for budget-conscious teams wanting self-hosting.

  • Oxford Abstracts fits best

    Large events needing unlimited abstract submissions

  • SimplyConf fits best

    Budget-conscious teams wanting self-hosting

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Side by side

Feature Oxford Abstracts 7.3/10 Visit ↗ SimplyConf 7.1/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 7.3 7.1
Ranking #5 in Event Abstract Management Software #6 in Event Abstract Management Software
Best for Large events needing unlimited abstract submissions Budget-conscious teams wanting self-hosting
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free plan + paid
Starting price Not published $29/yr
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — —
Money-back guarantee 30 days 30 days
Deployment Cloud Cloud, Self-hosted
Platforms Web Web
Support Email, Tickets, Docs Email, Docs
Integrations 3 integrations 2 integrations
Built for Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features Oxford Abstracts 1/5 · SimplyConf 1/5
Scoring tools Not published Not published
Blind review ✓ ✓
Author revisions Not published Not published
Poster handling Not published Not published
Publishing tools Not published Not published
Specs
Submission types Abstracts Not published
Review workflow Not published Not published
Our review
Pros
  • Unlimited submissions across the listed plans
  • Multi-stage, double-blind review with flexible assignments
  • Abstract books, schedules, ticketing, and registration in one platform
  • Free core covers submissions, users, events, and access roles
  • Supports single- and double-blind review with reviewer tracking
  • Self-hosted add-ons cover payments, scheduling, emails, and exports
Cons
  • Paid abstract management starts at $890 per event
  • Conference features require the $2,290 per-event plan
  • The listed integrations are Stripe, PayPal, and Zoom
  • Full workflows require separate paid add-ons or bundles
  • WordPress is central to its platform and ecosystem fit
  • Stripe is the listed payment integration
Our verdict

Oxford Abstracts is a web-based platform for academic conference organisers managing submissions, reviews, decisions, communications, reports, abstract books, ticketing, registration, and conference programs. It supports configurable…

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SimplyConf is a WordPress-based conference management product for academic events, universities, program committees, and organizations running one or multiple conferences. Its free core includes events, abstract submissions, users,…

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  1. Oxford AbstractsEvent Abstract Management Software 7.3Free plan · paid from $890
  2. SimplyConfEvent Abstract Management Software 7.1Free plan · paid from $29/yr

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Oxford Abstracts — where it wins

    • Unlimited submissions across the listed plans
    • Multi-stage, double-blind review with flexible assignments
    • Abstract books, schedules, ticketing, and registration in one platform

    Where it doesn't

    • Paid abstract management starts at $890 per event
    • Conference features require the $2,290 per-event plan
    • The listed integrations are Stripe, PayPal, and Zoom

  • SimplyConf — where it wins

    • Free core covers submissions, users, events, and access roles
    • Supports single- and double-blind review with reviewer tracking
    • Self-hosted add-ons cover payments, scheduling, emails, and exports

    Where it doesn't

    • Full workflows require separate paid add-ons or bundles
    • WordPress is central to its platform and ecosystem fit
    • Stripe is the listed payment integration
  • Oxford Abstracts7.3/10 · Free plan · paid from $890

    A broad abstract workflow with unlimited submissions and conference planning tools.

    Try Oxford AbstractsFull verdict →
  • SimplyConf7.1/10 · Free plan · paid from $29/yr

    A low-cost WordPress option for submissions, review workflows, scheduling, and payments.

    Visit SimplyConfFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Sep 2026

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