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Paid plans start at $425/mo.
OpenWater starts at $425 per month on annual billing, or $5,100 for the first year. That entry tier covers up to 150 applications and combines a $2,700 annual platform fee with a required $2,400 support seat. The pricing page lists annual billing; it does not publish month-to-month prices. There is no free plan, and the free-trial status is not published, so confirm terms before budgeting.
01Every plan, line by line
| Plan | Billed annually | Billed monthly | Built for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Volume-Based Tier (Up to 150 Applications) | $425 | — | Organizations with up to 150 applications |
| Volume-Based Tier (151+ Applications) | $654.17 | — | Organizations with 151 or more applications |
| Per Program (1 Program) | $754.17 | — | Organizations running one program |
| Per Program (Unlimited Programs) | $1,691.67 | — | Organizations running multiple programs |
Add-ons and overages
- Additional programs: $1,250/year each after the first
- Integrations Hub + API: $2,000/year for iMIS customers or $2,900/year standard
- SSO implementation: $1,640 one-time
- Vanity domain: $1,200/year
- Test/sandbox instance: $1,000/year
- Setup consulting: $205/hour
- Additional support seats: $2,400/year each; 1–3 paid seats listed
- Multilingual translations: available at cost via Translated.NET
02What the plan grid doesn't tell you
Required support seat
Every plan requires at least one $2,400/year support seat. It is included in the listed plan totals, but it is not optional.
Additional programs
Additional programs cost $1,250/year each after the first, unless you choose the unlimited-programs plan.
Integrations and API
Integrations Hub + API costs $2,000/year for iMIS customers or $2,900/year at the standard rate.
Setup and SSO
SSO implementation is $1,640 one-time. Setup consulting is $205/hour.
03Which plan should you buy?
| If you are… | Get | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 150 applications | Volume-Based Tier (Up to 150 Applications) | The entry tier lists a $5,100 annual total, including the $2,700 platform fee and required support seat. |
| 151 or more applications | Volume-Based Tier (151+ Applications) | This tier covers 151 or more applications and lists a $7,850 annual total, including its required support seat. |
| One program, any volume | Per Program (1 Program) | It includes one program and unlimited applications for a listed $9,050 per year. |
04Is OpenWater worth the money?
OpenWater is a capable application-management suite, but its $5,100 annual starting cost is a real commitment for a program with only 150 applications. The form, review, workflow, and abstract-management features may suit organizations with complex submissions and evaluations. Costs rise with additional programs and optional integrations. We found little relevant public user feedback to help buyers assess fit, so confirm requirements and add-on costs before signing.
OpenWater pricing FAQ
How much does OpenWater cost?
The lowest listed tier is $425 per month on annual billing, equal to $5,100 per year. It covers up to 150 applications and includes a $2,700 annual platform fee plus one required $2,400 support seat. The other listed plan totals are $7,850, $9,050, and $20,300 per year.
Does OpenWater offer monthly billing?
The pricing information lists annual billing, but month-to-month prices are not published. The monthly figures shown for the plans are annual totals expressed as monthly equivalents, not published monthly billing rates. Ask OpenWater to confirm the billing terms before treating a monthly amount as a payment option.
Does OpenWater have a free plan or trial?
OpenWater does not list a free plan. A free-trial offer is not published in the pricing information, so we cannot confirm whether one is available. Ask the vendor about a trial or product walkthrough if you need to validate the submission and review workflow before committing to an annual plan.
What can increase the OpenWater bill?
The listed plans require one $2,400/year support seat, already included in their totals. Additional programs cost $1,250/year each after the first. Integrations Hub + API is $2,000/year for iMIS customers or $2,900/year standard; SSO implementation and setup consulting are also separately priced.