Stova is built for enterprise procurement teams.
Your organization needs something it can actually use.
CompleteEvent gives you abstract submissions, multi-track scheduling, fundraising tools, and QR check-in at $4,500/year — without a sales call or implementation partner.
The cost difference
Before comparing features, the pricing gap is the story.
Stova
$15,000–$30,000+
/year (estimated)
Stova Enterprise pricing starts at $15,000–$30,000/year. Add implementation fees and annual contracts.
CompleteEvent
$4,500
/year (Enterprise annual)
Enterprise plan: $4,500/year. Monthly option: $450/month. No contracts. No implementation partner.
Enterprise annual: $4,500/year— vs. Stova's estimated $15,000–$30,000+.
Feature comparison
| Feature | Stova | CompleteEvent |
|---|---|---|
| Abstract submissions & peer review | ||
| Multi-track scheduling | ||
| Speaker portal & bio management | ||
| QR code check-in | ||
| Fundraising & silent auction | ||
| Sponsor packages & lead capture | ||
| Badge design & printing | ||
| Email & SMS broadcasts | ||
| Seating chart | ||
| AI event setup copilot | ||
| SSO (enterprise) | ||
| Custom event domain | ||
| Setup without implementation partner | ||
| Monthly billing, no contract |
Stova feature data based on public documentation and user reports. Stova is an enterprise platform with additional enterprise integrations and capabilities not shown here.
Enterprise complexity vs. lean teams
Stova is built for organizations with dedicated event technology staff and procurement budgets. CompleteEvent is built for teams where the events coordinator is also answering email.
Time to first event
Implementation partner
Staff training
Contract term
Need someone to handle the setup? Ask about Event Concierge.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Stova cost?↓
Stova doesn't publish pricing publicly. Based on market data, Stova Enterprise typically starts at $15,000–$30,000/year, plus additional fees for implementation, training, and support. Contracts are typically multi-year.
Can CompleteEvent replace Stova for a large annual conference?↓
Yes. CompleteEvent supports abstract submissions and peer review, multi-track scheduling, speaker portals, QR check-in, badge printing, and post-event surveys. The Enterprise plan at $4,500/year includes SSO and custom domain.
Does CompleteEvent work for associations?↓
Yes. CompleteEvent is designed for professional and trade associations. It supports CPE certificate generation, member pricing tiers, abstract submissions, sponsor packages, and year-round event calendars.
Is there a nonprofit discount?↓
Yes. CompleteEvent offers a 20% discount for verified 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(6) organizations. With the discount, Enterprise is $360/month or $3,600/year.
Do I need an implementation partner to set up CompleteEvent?↓
No. You can launch your first event in under an hour. We offer Event Concierge for organizations that want us to handle setup — but it's not required.
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