2026 Global: Contesting Software Market -Competitive Review (2032) report
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The 2026 Global: Contesting Software Market -Competitive Review (2031) report features the global market size and projected growth/decline data for the period 2021 through 2032. The report primarily provides an examination of the business strategies for the ten largest global companies in the market and how their strategies differ.
Perry/Hope Partners' reports provide the most accurate industry forecasts based on our proprietary economic models. Our forecasts project the product market size nationally and by regions for 2021 to 2032 using regression analysis in our modeling. and Perry/Hope is the only market research publisher that utilizes both longitudinal (historical) and vertical (from market section to market division to market class) analysis, since we study every manufactured product in the countries we analyze. The report also provides written analysis on the market definition, market segments, and SWOT analysis (market strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats).
The market study aims at estimating the market size and the growth potential of this market. Topics analyzed within the report include a detailed breakdown of the global markets for contesting software market by geography and historical trend. The scope of the report extends to sizing of the contesting software market market and global market trends with market data for 2024 as the base year, 2025 and 2026 as the estimate years with projection of CAGR from 2027 to 2032.
The report also features a list of the top ten largest global players in the market. A review of each company includes 1) an estimate of the market share, 2) a listing of the products and/or services in the market, and 3) the features of these products and/or services in the market. The report has a chapter on Comparative Business Strategies for the largest four players. An example of the Comparative Business Strategies analysis would be -- How does Netflix's business strategy to expand its market share in the global online streaming compare to Amazon Prime's business strategy through its video products and services?
The ten market players in this report and a brief synopsis of their participation in the market are:
The contesting software market, specializing in platforms for managing awards, competitions, and submissions, is dominated by innovative providers offering robust tools for event organizers, nonprofits, and businesses. Leading companies include OpenWater, Award Force, ShortStack, Submittable, Kangaroo, Spinify, Wishpond, VYPER, alongside broader enterprise players like Microsoft and SAP that integrate contest features into their ecosystems. These firms leverage AI, cloud scalability, and user-friendly interfaces to streamline entry collection, judging, and winner selection, addressing growing demand for efficient digital contest management in 2025.
OpenWater tops rankings for its comprehensive suite handling nominations, evaluations, and payments, trusted by associations for seamless virtual events. Award Force excels in customizable workflows and global scalability, powering high-profile awards with features like automated scoring and multilingual support. ShortStack focuses on landing pages and viral contests, enabling marketers to create engaging campaigns with lead generation tools. Submittable stands out for grant and application management, serving nonprofits with collaborative review dashboards and analytics. Kangaroo specializes in sales incentives and gamified contests, boosting engagement through leaderboards and rewards automation. These platforms prioritize security, compliance like GDPR, and integrations with CRM systems, helping users reduce administrative burdens by up to 70%.
Spinify, Wishpond, and VYPER target marketing-driven contests, with Spinify offering real-time gamification for teams, Wishpond providing drag-and-drop builders for social promotions, and VYPER emphasizing urgency tactics like countdowns for e-commerce growth. Larger incumbents like Microsoft via Azure-integrated tools and SAP enhance enterprise contests with AI analytics, while custom developers such as Accenture and Saritasa tailor solutions for complex needs. The market's evolution reflects a shift toward AI-powered judging and mobile accessibility, with top firms reporting 15-30% revenue growth amid rising virtual events, positioning them as essential for competitive innovation in 2025.
Perry/Hope Partners' reports provide the most accurate industry forecasts based on our proprietary economic models. Our forecasts project the product market size nationally and by regions for 2021 to 2032 using regression analysis in our modeling. and Perry/Hope is the only market research publisher that utilizes both longitudinal (historical) and vertical (from market section to market division to market class) analysis, since we study every manufactured product in the countries we analyze. The report also provides written analysis on the market definition, market segments, and SWOT analysis (market strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats).
The market study aims at estimating the market size and the growth potential of this market. Topics analyzed within the report include a detailed breakdown of the global markets for contesting software market by geography and historical trend. The scope of the report extends to sizing of the contesting software market market and global market trends with market data for 2024 as the base year, 2025 and 2026 as the estimate years with projection of CAGR from 2027 to 2032.
The report also features a list of the top ten largest global players in the market. A review of each company includes 1) an estimate of the market share, 2) a listing of the products and/or services in the market, and 3) the features of these products and/or services in the market. The report has a chapter on Comparative Business Strategies for the largest four players. An example of the Comparative Business Strategies analysis would be -- How does Netflix's business strategy to expand its market share in the global online streaming compare to Amazon Prime's business strategy through its video products and services?
The ten market players in this report and a brief synopsis of their participation in the market are:
The contesting software market, specializing in platforms for managing awards, competitions, and submissions, is dominated by innovative providers offering robust tools for event organizers, nonprofits, and businesses. Leading companies include OpenWater, Award Force, ShortStack, Submittable, Kangaroo, Spinify, Wishpond, VYPER, alongside broader enterprise players like Microsoft and SAP that integrate contest features into their ecosystems. These firms leverage AI, cloud scalability, and user-friendly interfaces to streamline entry collection, judging, and winner selection, addressing growing demand for efficient digital contest management in 2025.
OpenWater tops rankings for its comprehensive suite handling nominations, evaluations, and payments, trusted by associations for seamless virtual events. Award Force excels in customizable workflows and global scalability, powering high-profile awards with features like automated scoring and multilingual support. ShortStack focuses on landing pages and viral contests, enabling marketers to create engaging campaigns with lead generation tools. Submittable stands out for grant and application management, serving nonprofits with collaborative review dashboards and analytics. Kangaroo specializes in sales incentives and gamified contests, boosting engagement through leaderboards and rewards automation. These platforms prioritize security, compliance like GDPR, and integrations with CRM systems, helping users reduce administrative burdens by up to 70%.
Spinify, Wishpond, and VYPER target marketing-driven contests, with Spinify offering real-time gamification for teams, Wishpond providing drag-and-drop builders for social promotions, and VYPER emphasizing urgency tactics like countdowns for e-commerce growth. Larger incumbents like Microsoft via Azure-integrated tools and SAP enhance enterprise contests with AI analytics, while custom developers such as Accenture and Saritasa tailor solutions for complex needs. The market's evolution reflects a shift toward AI-powered judging and mobile accessibility, with top firms reporting 15-30% revenue growth amid rising virtual events, positioning them as essential for competitive innovation in 2025.
Table of Contents
32 Pages
- 1.0 Scope of Report and Methodology
- 2.0 Market SWOT Analysis and Players
- 2.1 Market Definition
- 2.2 Market Segments
- 2.3 Market Strengths
- 2.4 Market Weaknesses
- 2.5 Market Threats
- 2.6 Market Opportunities
- 2.7 Major Players
- 3.0 Competitive Analysis
- 3.1 Market Player 1
- 3.2 Market Player 2
- 3.3 Market Player 3
- 3.4 Market Player 4
- 3.5 Market Player 5
- 3.6 Market Player 6
- 3.7 Market Player 7
- 3.8 Market Player 8
- 3.9 Market Player 9
- 3.10 Market Player 10
- 4.0 Comparative Business Strategies
- 4.1 Comparative Business Strategies of Player 1 and 2
- 4.2 Comparative Business Strategies of Player 1 and 3
- 4.3 Comparative Business Strategies of Player 1 and 4
- 4.4 Comparative Business Strategies of Player 2 and 3
- 4.5 Comparative Business Strategies of Player 2 and 4
- 4.6 Comparative Business Strategies of Player 3 and 4
- 5.0 Appendix
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