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Compare awards management software

Discover the leading awards management platforms by features and benefits to find the best fit for your organization.

Awards management software overview

Awards management software streamlines awards programs’ workflow from beginning to end, and accelerates all processes. It offers a range of features that help awards managers navigate every step of the way, from collecting submissions to managing the judging process, showcasing the winners, and analyzing results.

Collect & manage entries
Simplify judging
Showcase winners

Essential awards software features

While the specific features may differ from one solution to another, most awards management software have some essentials to handle the process.

· Application management features, such as registration and application forms, payment processing options, applicant portal, and a dashboard for managing entries.
· Evaluation and voting tools for judges to review applications.
· Email automation to streamline communication with applicants and judges.
· Customization and branding options to achieve brand alignment and consistency for your awards.
· Analytics and reporting features that offer insight into the performance of the awards program.

Evalato - Judging & Public voting
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Awards management software comparison

Most awards software solutions have the features listed above in some form or another, and yet, some are better than others. Below you can find a comparison of the leading solutions on the market and how they stack up when it comes to the features that make an awards program a smashing success.

Feature
Evalato
Zealous
OpenWater
Submittable
Judgify
Award Force
Smarter
Select
Submit.com
Reviewr
Blackbaud
Program setup & launch
Program templates
One-click program clone
Unlimited admins with every plan
Free testing of all features
Branding & website
Custom domain and email
Webpage builder
Application
Embeddable registration form
Enhanced category and group structure with a drag-and-drop functionality
Video hosting & playback
Evaluation
Score voting with custom criteria
Points voting
Ranked voting (Positional)
Ranked voting (STV)
Simple review
Popularity voting
Public voting
Score normalization
Unlimited judges with every plan
Unlimited evaluation rounds with every plan
Results & Winners
Embeddable winner lists
Awards showcased in the embeddable lists
Results & Winners
Embeddable winner lists
Awards for visualizing winners
Analytics & Integrations
Google Analytics Ecommerce tracking
Hubspot integration
Intercom integration
Support
24/7 support hours with every plan
Free pre-launch and renewal check with every plan
Pricing
Starting price per year
900 EUR
Free but limited
5,420 EUR
9,200 EUR
Free but limited
2,000 EUR
1,860 EUR
5,995 EUR
Undisclosed
Undisclosed

*Disclaimer: This comparison sheet is based on information publicly available as of May 2024. Note that the information present on the comparison page may change after its publication, and we bear no responsibility for the changes. Read our full disclaimer here.

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EVALATO IS FOR EVERYONE

What makes Evalato the ultimate awards software choice

While all awards management software can help you with submission and evaluation, Evalato is the platform that delivers lightning-fast program setup and launch, unparalleled ease of use for all parties, and an unbeatable return on investment.

Launch in less than 30 minutes

40+ hours saved per month on average

58% more entries on average

99% applicant satisfaction rate

Accelerate judging by 3x

1 additional program on average per year

Tailor-made for awards

Designed with awards managers in mind, Evalato has all the features you need to streamline your awards program from end to end.

Faster launch times than other solutions

Evalato’s swift set up enables you to get started in a snap. 

 Pre-configured customizable templates lay the groundwork for your awards program. 
Evalato’s one-click clone feature copies your program settings across editions. 

Evalato ScreenShot Use Case

The most user-friendly application process

The Evalato awards management system lets you collect applications with features that result in sky-high applicant satisfaction rates. 

An embeddable registration form delivers an uninterrupted user experience and boosts conversions. 
Evalato’s application forms can be customized to perfectly match the program’s needs.
The sleek applicant portal facilitates a stress-free applicant experience.

Versatile judging to cover any scenario

Evalato has the tools to cater to any evaluation scenario, with multiple voting types and unique features to facilitate unbiased judging. 

As many as 6 voting types and unlimited voting rounds to accommodate even the most complex evaluation process.
 Score normalization that removes any unintentional judging bias.
A judging portal that keeps your jury happy and speeds up judging. 
 A public voting portal with a social login to enhance your program’s reach.

Evalato Screenshot Judging

Multiple ways to recognize winners

With Evalato you get to recognize the worthiest winners, give them the credit they deserve, and showcase their achievements.

 A ready-made winner page gives you a dedicated space for your results and winners.
 Tags for recognizing achievements and labeling winners. 
Embeddable winners lists make for a user-friendly experience and boost your website traffic. Awards for selected entries that you can visualize on the public Winner lists.

Evalato Screenshot - Empower judging

A team that has your back

Evalato’s top-rated customer success team helps you with everything you need to make the most of the awards management software, regardless of your pricing plan.

24/7 customer support

2-hour response time

Free pre-launch check

Free program renewal support

A solution with enterprise-grade security for all customers

Evalato places customer security front and center, delivering the ultimate peace of mind for awards managers, applicants, and judges.

100%
data ownership
Secure
storage and restricted access
GDPR / PCI DSS / Privacy Shield
Evalato Features

Awards managers love Evalato

[It’s] brilliant, [we] have used other systems over a 10-year period, and their [Evalato] program and support are the best.

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Rob Clarke
Head of LearnX®
Powering 10,000+ awards programs from 80+ countries worldwide

… and so do third-party platforms

The awards management software that elevates your work

More than just software, Evalato goes the extra mile to help customers grow.

Powering your success every step of the way

Awards and event management agency LearnX® achieved
· 60% reduction of man-hours
· 50% rise in the number of entries
· 80% surge in applicant satisfaction rate

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