Social Tables (now Cvent) and PlanSeats both help you create event floor plans. But they're built for very different users. Here's how to choose.
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Social Tables was acquired by Cvent for enterprise venue management
Pricing shifted toward hotels and corporate event teams
Now integrated into Cvent's broader event platform
Social Tables is now an enterprise platform built for hotels and large venue operations. For independent planners, this shift means Social Tables may no longer fit your needs or budget.
Social Tables was once the go-to event diagramming tool for independent planners. After acquisition by Cvent, it evolved into an enterprise platform built for hotels, convention centers, and large venue operations. For many original users, this shift meant Social Tables no longer fits their needs or budget.
The fundamental difference between PlanSeats and Social Tables today is market focus. Social Tables offers an extensive furniture library, 3D visualization, virtual venue tours, and deep integration with hotel sales and operations workflows. These are powerful features for venues selling event space: but overkill for planners who just need to create seating charts.
PlanSeats serves the audience Social Tables left behind: independent wedding planners, event coordinators, small-to-medium venues, and anyone who needs functional seating tools without enterprise complexity. Sign up immediately (no sales calls), create your floor plan, import guests, and start seating. Transparent pricing: a free plan for a small event, $8.99/month for unlimited guests and tables.
If your workflow requires 3D venue visualization for sales presentations or integration with Cvent's broader platform, Social Tables remains relevant. But if you're looking for the simple, affordable diagramming tool that Social Tables used to be, PlanSeats delivers that experience.
See how PlanSeats stacks up against Social Tables (Cvent) on the features that matter most.
Transparent pricing so you know exactly what you're getting.
See the specific scenarios where PlanSeats outshines Social Tables.
Professional tools at an affordable price, without enterprise procurement processes.
Manage seating for corporate events, galas, and fundraisers without venue management overhead.
Floor plans without enterprise pricing. Get started in minutes, not weeks.
Missing the simplicity of the old days? PlanSeats delivers focused seating tools.
Social Tables operates within Cvent's platform. Standalone access depends on your agreement, but new customers typically engage through Cvent sales.
No. PlanSeats focuses on 2D floor plans and seating charts. If 3D venue tours are essential, Social Tables may be necessary.
PlanSeats offers direct support via email and chat for all users. Social Tables/Cvent support varies by contract level.
Yes: some venues use Social Tables for sales presentations and PlanSeats for actual event seating. The tools serve different purposes.
Export your templates and guest lists, create a free PlanSeats account, rebuild your common layouts with drag-and-drop, and import guest CSVs. Most users are productive within 1-2 hours.
Add your tables, import your guests, and share the chart with your partner, planner or venue.
Free plan for your first event, no credit card.