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ComparisonSMS JournalHub vs the competition
See why publishers are switching from legacy and open-source systems to a modern, all-in-one platform.
vs OJS
A modern alternative to outdated open-source — no servers, no manual patches, no plugin chaos.
vs Editorial Manager
Enterprise features without enterprise pricing or months-long onboarding.
vs Scholastica
More built-in capabilities and better value, with publishing and payments included.
Where we pull ahead
Setup in 24 hours, not weeks
Go from sign-up to accepting submissions in a single day. No servers to provision, no plugins to wrestle with, no IT ticket queue.
Built-in DOI, not a manual process
CrossRef registration and XML deposit happen automatically on publication. No exports, no third-party tools, no formatting errors.
Integrated payments, not "figure it out"
Collect APCs and subscriptions with Stripe, PayPal and local gateways — invoices and reconciliation included out of the box.
Modern UI, not a dated interface
An interface your editors and authors actually enjoy using, designed to the standard of the best SaaS products.
Automatic updates, not manual patches
New features and security fixes ship continuously. You are always on the latest version with zero maintenance.
Enterprise security, not DIY
SSL everywhere, audited infrastructure, role-based access and audit logging — without hiring a security team.
Switching from OJS?
We'll migrate your journals, users and back-issues for free. Be live on a modern platform in days.