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Artifax vs Kananas
Both stand on performing arts software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
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Choose Artifax if an arts or cultural organization needs connected venue scheduling, event coordination, programming, and financial reporting. Consider another option if you need a free plan; pricing requires a conversation with the company.
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Kananas combines membership administration with dance-school scheduling, billing, and event tools. The free version covers up to 50 contacts, while the listed paid starting price is $99 a year.
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| Artifax | Kananas | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | No |
| Runs on | API, Web | Android, API, iPhone, Mac, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | See the plans |
| Plans published | 3 | 3 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | artifax.com | kananas.com |
| On performing arts software | #6 of 19 | #2 of 19 |
Artifax: what it does well
- Shared calendars include multiple views and drag-and-drop editing.
- Real-time conflict checking supports scheduling decisions.
- Event records connect tasks, teams, technical requirements, and finances.
- Supports invoicing, deposit management, profitability review, and reporting.
- Open API and multiple integration categories are available.
What to know first
- There is no free plan.
- Pricing is tailored and available only on request.
Kananas: what it does well
- Schedules recurring classes and private lessons.
- Tracks student progress and assigns teachers.
- Supports tuition billing and recital ticketing.
- Imports data from spreadsheets and named systems.
- Free plan covers up to 50 contacts.
What to know first
- Paid plans start at $99 a year.
- Refusing the suggested tip leaves transaction fees of 2.4% plus $0.25.
- Unused free accounts may be deleted after six months.
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