Why awards managers choose Evalato

Evalato vs. Evessio

Evalato stands out as cutting-edge awards software offering exceptional ROI and an unmatched user experience tailored to every award manager’s needs.

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What makes Evalato stand out

Fast and easy setup

Evalato’s templates and intuitive design take the hassle out of getting started. You can easily set up and launch your program in no time.

Applicant-friendly features

From an embeddable registration form to a user-friendly applicant portal, Evalato creates a seamless experience that boosts engagement and makes applying easier.

Advanced tools for judging

Evalato’s six voting options and user-friendly judging and public voting portals let you adapt evaluation to your program’s needs. Plus, score normalization ensures fairer outcomes by minimizing bias.

Designed to grow with you

With unlimited admins, judges, and evaluation rounds in every plan, Evalato works for programs of any size while delivering great value.

Tailored for awards programs

Evalato is built specifically for awards managers, simplifying everything from managing entries to announcing winners — so you can focus on making an impact.

What makes Evalato the best Evessio alternative

Curious how Evalato measures up against Evessio? You’re in the right place! Discover why Evalato is the best choice for managing your awards smoothly.

Feature
Evalato
Evessio
Program setup & launch

Program Templates

Preconfigured customizable templates that let you set up your program in a snap.

One-click program clone

The option to copy the essential settings of your program to the next edition.

Unlimited free testing

Set up a free account (no credit card required) and test all features and functionalities without a time limit.

Branding & website

Custom domain

An option to use your own domain for your program links.

Custom email

Engage program participants using your own "send" address.

Webpage builder

The option to create a webpage in just a few steps, where people can learn more about your program and register.

Vanity domain

The option to customize your program's URL to boost brand awareness, e.g. yourbrand.evalato.com

Embeddable registration form

A customizable registration form that you can incorporate into your own website with a simple copy-paste.

Entry submission

Drag-and-drop form builder

A user-friendly application form builder with multiple field types and customization options.

Enhanced category and group structure with a drag-and-drop functionality

A category structure with up to 3 levels that you can easily rearrange and customize with the easy-to-use drag-and-drop builder.

Unlimited forms and fields with every plan

The option to create as many application forms as you like, with as many fields to accommodate your application requirements.

Unlimited file upload

You can give your applicants the option to upload an unlimited number of files to enhance their submissions.

Video hosting & playback

Applicants can upload videos in HD, with no size limit, which your judges can play directly in their browser.

Payments

All currencies supported

Accept payments for your program in any currency you need.

Charge application fees

Easily set up and collect fees from people who wish to apply for your program.

Set special offers and promo codes

Boost sales by introducing various discounts to your entry fees.

Custom billing and tax rules

Set what billing information you wish to collect, adjust your tax settings including custom tax, when to apply, and country-specific rules.

Ticket sales

The option to sell tickets for your awards ceremony.

Judging

Score voting with custom criteria

A comprehensive scoring system with custom criteria, weights, and scale.

Points voting

A scoring system where voters assign points to each application.

Ranked voting (Positional)

A voting system where voters rank their preferences, with applications getting points based on their rank position.

Ranked voting (STV)

A rank-based voting system where a vote is initially allocated to the voter's first preference but could be transferred to an alternate one.

Simple review

A system where voters can simply approve or reject applications.

Popularity voting

A customizable system where voters can pick favorite applications.

Public voting

An option to create a public voting round where people can vote with a social login.

Score normalization

A mathematical formula that ensures that every entry is scored based on the same set of standards, eliminating unintentional judge bias.

Unlimited judges with every plan

You can add as many judges as you want for your program's evaluation.

Unlimited evaluation rounds with every plan

You can have as many voting rounds as you need for your program.

Results & winners

Embeddable winner lists

Customizable lists that you can incorporate into your website to showcase winners.

Awards for visualizing winners

Showcase achievements and winners with digital badges within the lists.

Management & analytics

Unlimited admins with every plan

Add as many team members as you need to help you manage your program.

Google Analytics Ecommerce tracking

An option to monitor page visitors, collect ecommerce data, and track events.

Hubspot integration

Enhance your program with an integrated chat and support widget.

Intercom integration

Enhance your program with an integrated chat and support widget.

Salesforce integration

Enhance your program with a Salesforce integration.

Integration with Google Analytics

Monitor page visitors, collect ecommerce data, track goals and events, and generate reports with Google Analytics.

Facebook Pixel

Track and improve the effectiveness of your advertising campaigns by connecting your program to your Facebook Meta Pixel.

Connect 5000+ apps via Zapier

Streamline your work and get more done by using your favorite apps on Zapier.

Customer support

Free pre-launch and renewal check

Have the customer success team go over your program before launch or re-launch.

24/7 support with every plan

24/7 email and chat support regardless of the pricing plan.

Pricing

Starting price per year

Base price.

EUR 2,500
USD 2,400

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Why choose Evalato

Evalato makes awards management simple: collect entries, streamline judging, run secure public votes, and spotlight winners with polished, professional showcases.

Grow your awards

Focus on the things you love and unlock your full potential while Evalato handles the rest.

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Flexible by design

Supports any type of award program — single-round, multi-stage, public voting, and more.
100%

data ownership

24/7

five star support

99.98%

uptime

5000+

app integrations

Enterprise-grade security

Full compliance with regulations, bank-level protection, and meticulous monitoring.
“It's easy to use, it looks good, it's easy to enter an award, it's easy to judge an award, it's easy for those of us who organize the awards to go in and change things, to tweak things, to set up the awards in the first place. It's absolutely a fantastic piece of software.
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Julian Smith
Executive Director, Commercial & Partnerships, Memcom

5 reasons why Evalato is the right choice

· Five-star assistance whenever you need it
· Full control and ownership over your data
· Quick and flexible, designed to adapt to your needs
· Seamless integration with over 5,000 apps
· Top-level security for your program

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