PaperFox vs EDAS
Looking for a modern EDAS alternative? Compare features, pricing, and see why conferences are choosing PaperFox.
Why Choose PaperFox over EDAS?
AI-Powered
Smart reviewer matching, conflict detection, and paper analysis.
Simpler Pricing
$2/submission with 20 free. No minimums, no hidden fees.
Modern Platform
Built in 2025 with latest technology. Fast and mobile-first.
All-in-One
Website, review, program, and registration in one platform.
Feature Comparison
Submission Management
| Feature | PaperFox | EDAS |
|---|---|---|
| Online paper submission | ||
| Customizable submission forms | ||
| Multiple file uploads | ||
| Double-blind reviewing | ||
| Multi-track support | ||
| Submission versioning | ||
| Unlimited submissions |
Review Workflow
| Feature | PaperFox | EDAS |
|---|---|---|
| Custom review forms | ||
| Reviewer invitations | ||
| Automatic assignment | ||
| AI-powered reviewer matching | ||
| Conflict of interest detection | ||
| AI conflict detection | ||
| Discussion forum | ||
| Review delegation to colleagues | ||
| Review version history & audit trail | ||
| Meta-review workflows (AE/SE) | two-tier |
Program Management
| Feature | PaperFox | EDAS |
|---|---|---|
| Schedule builder | ||
| Session management | ||
| Room allocation | ||
| AI program generation | ||
| Chat-based program queries | ||
| Personal schedule (favorites) |
Conference Website
| Feature | PaperFox | EDAS |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in website builder | basic | |
| Custom domain support | $30 one-time | $25 first year, $16/year after |
| Mobile-responsive design | ||
| SEO optimization |
Registration & Payments
| Feature | PaperFox | EDAS |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated registration | ||
| Payment processing | $1/ticket | 6% of total |
| Multiple ticket types |
Analytics & Dashboard
| Feature | PaperFox | EDAS |
|---|---|---|
| Conference dashboard | ||
| Submission status analytics | ||
| Reviewer workload tracking | ||
| Decision analytics | ||
| Geographic distribution charts | ||
| Author & affiliation analytics | ||
| Co-authorship network visualization | ||
| Registration sales tracking |
AI Features
| Feature | PaperFox | EDAS |
|---|---|---|
| Smart review assignment | ||
| Research profile discovery | ||
| AI conflict detection | ||
| Auto program generation | ||
| Natural language queries | ||
| AI chat assistant |
Platform & Support
| Feature | PaperFox | EDAS |
|---|---|---|
| Modern web interface | ||
| Mobile app | Conference4Me | |
| Mobile-responsive design | ||
| Dark mode | ||
| Email notifications | ||
| Email templates | ||
| Data export (CSV/Excel) | ||
| MCP integration (AI tools) | ||
| Community forum | ||
| Helpdesk support | ||
| Real-time status updates |
Pricing Comparison
PaperFox offers straightforward pricing with no minimums. EDAS has various fees and minimum charges.
| Tier | PaperFox | EDAS |
|---|---|---|
| Free Tier | Free Up to 20 submissions, all core features included | Minimum $60 No free tier, minimum charge applies |
| Small Conference | $2/submission After 20 free submissions, all features included | $6/paper First 200 papers at this rate |
| Large Conference | $2/submission Same rate, volume pricing available | $5/paper After first 200 papers |
| Registration Fee | $1/ticket Stripe fees passed through | 6% or $16/payment EDAS merchant or own payment processor |
| Refund Fee | No extra fee Standard Stripe refund process | 3% Additional fee on refunds |
| Plagiarism Check | Built-in Included in AI features | Extra charge docoloc for non-IEEE, iThenticate for IEEE |
| AI Features | $1 = 300 credits 30 free credits included, pay as needed | Not available No AI features offered |
EDAS pricing from edas.info. Additional fees may apply for specific features.
Common EDAS Limitations
Minimum Charges
EDAS requires a minimum $60 charge. PaperFox offers 20 free submissions with no minimums.
Higher Registration Fees
EDAS charges 6% on payments or $16/payment. PaperFox charges just $1/ticket.
Extra Refund Fees
EDAS adds 3% on refunds. PaperFox has no additional refund fees.
No AI Capabilities
EDAS offers no AI features. PaperFox includes AI reviewer matching, conflict detection, and more.
Paid Plagiarism Check
EDAS charges $1/paper for plagiarism (non-IEEE). PaperFox includes it in AI features.
No Analytics Dashboard
EDAS doesn't provide analytics or API access. PaperFox includes comprehensive dashboards and REST API.
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