Cuez Alternative

Stagetimer is the Cuez alternative for events and show timings

Keeping your event on time doesn’t have to be expensive. Stagetimer is a simpler and easy-to-use alternative to Cuez for event producers and speakers. Create and edit rundowns, set up timers and cues, and send messages through the web-based timer screen—without having to pay extra for essential timing features.

Collaborate with a distributed or remote team with just the right amount of features you need to plan and execute an event, live stream, broadcast, or show.

Try for free in your web browser

No credit card and no downloads required

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Stagetimer vs Cuez, compared

Features Stagetimer Cuez
Pricing
  • Starter: Free (includes timer and rundown)
  • Pro: €180/year (€15/month)
  • Premium: €360/year (€30/month)
  • Single Event: From €24
  • Event: €25/month or €228/year
  • Production: €50/month or €468/year
  • Broadcast: contact sales for pricing
Rundowns, event agenda, and script
Timing and cueing + €39/month plan
Automatic time calculations
Remote control timer
Confidence monitor + €828/year add-on
Web prompter + €828/year add-on
Messages and alerts + €828/year add-on
Sharable link/QR code
Works in the browser
Cloud-based app
Custom logo and background
API
Offline timer Mac,Windows
Free version
Timezones support

How are they different?

Stagetimer

Stagetimer logo

Stagetimer is a remote-controlled countdown timer that keeps events, meetings, presentations, shows, and productions on time. Add, schedule, and link timers to create event agendas, run of shows, and cue sheets.

The cloud-based software can be used straight from a web browser and is also available for offline use on Mac and Windows.

Cuez

Cuez logo

Cuez is a rundown and script platform for live broadcasting. The cloud-based software streamlines and centralizes the execution of live events, shows, and presentations.

Additional features, such as Timing & Cueing, Automator, and Web Prompter, are available as paid add-ons.


👉 Try Stagetimer for free


Why teams are choosing Stagetimer

Stagetimer is the most complex yet simplistic program I have ever used in my 45 years in IT. I have literally played with it all day and I am coming up with more uses for it the more I play with it.
Jeff Flynt
Jeff Flynt

CTO at Butler Automotive Group

We love stagetimer.io, it has been a really useful tool to have in our arsenal, it has really helped us handle some large and complex virtual events with many remote presenters joining from all over the world - all kept to time perfectly with ease!
Paul Swinton
Paul Swinton

Production Director at Vive Event Production

Plan and run events and shows from anywhere

Stagetimer’s intuitive interface

Onboard your crew in minutes

Stagetimer's intuitive interface makes it super easy to learn and use. Add team members or simply share a private link with them. No downloads or installation. Works even with a slow internet connection.

Browser address bar Stagetimer Agenda View

Co-create rundowns and agendas

Import a CSV file or create a new rundown right in Stagetimer. Easily reorder segments with drag-and-drop. Collaborate with your team on the run of show, no matter where they are.

Browser address bar Controller page of Stagetimer

Automated timing and cueing

No more missed cues! Keep track of planned and actual timings, and set triggers that automatically start the next timer. Make live changes for over and under runs. All updates instantly sync across the rundown and timers.

Control Stagetimer remotely

Stay in control remotely

Share timers, agendas, or controller pages via a link or QR code. Decide who sees what with different levels of access. Connect multiple devices per room. Stagetimer works from any up-to-date device, including Mac, PC (Windows), and iPad.

Browser address bar Timer viewer on Stagetimer

Precise timings and messages

Access the confidence monitor and full-screen timer at no additional cost, included even in the free plan. Send messages and reminders to speakers that can be displayed at the right moment.


👉 Try Stagetimer for free


See Stagetimer in action

Rundown

Example Rundown on Stagetimer
Example Rundown on Stagetimer
Example Rundown on Cuez
Example Rundown on Cuez

Timing

Timing Controls on Stagetimer
Timing Controls on Stagetimer
Timing with Cuez
Timing with Cuez

Stage Output

Stagetimer Stage Output
Stagetimer Stage Output
Cuez Prompter Output
Cuez Prompter Output

Pricing

Our pricing is designed to offer the best value for various needs, from individual professionals to large-scale event organizers. The starter plan is always free with zero ads, perfect for small meetings and presentations. Larger events will benefit from the advanced timing and customization features.

30-day access, no subscription

Starter

The basics to get you started
Free
Try for Free

No payment details required

Live Timer Sharing
Share Timer Pages via Link
Up to 3 Live Connections per Room
Advanced Timing
Up to 3 Timers per Room
Audio Chimes
CSV Import/Export
API Access
Companion Module
Output Customization
Password Protected Outputs
Hide Stagetimer Logo
Create additional Outputs
Drag & Drop Output Builder
Custom Colors, Fonts & Backgrounds
Advanced Audience Interaction
Collect up to 3 Audience Questions
Customize Submit Question Page
Customizable Moderation Link
View all Features

Pro

Keep your event running on time
$-- /year
-- Members

 

Live Timer Sharing
Share Timer Pages via Link
Live Connections:5
Advanced Timing
Up to 50 Timers per Room
Audio Chimes
CSV Import/Export
API Access
Companion Module
Output Customization
Password Protected Outputs
Hide Stagetimer Logo
Create additional Outputs
Drag & Drop Output Builder
Custom Colors, Fonts & Backgrounds
Advanced Audience Interaction
Collect unlimited Audience Questions
Customize Submit Question Page
Customizable Moderation Link
View all Features

Premium

Custom-branded outputs for every event
$-- /year
-- Members

 

Live Timer Sharing
Share Timer Pages via Link
Live Connections:50
Advanced Timing
Create unlimited Timers
Audio Chimes
CSV Import/Export
API Access
Companion Module
Output Customization
Password Protected Outputs
Hide Stagetimer Logo
Create unlimited Outputs
Drag & Drop Output Builder
Custom Colors, Fonts & Backgrounds
Advanced Audience Interaction
Collect unlimited Audience Questions
Customize Submit Question Page
Customizable Moderation Link
View all Features
Paid plans include a Desktop App License for offline use
Yearly subscriptions allow flexible team scaling
Cancel anytime through the dashboard
Additional Plans

Enterprise

For custom-tailored needs of larger organisations
starting from$--
Large Teams possible
Up to 500 Live Connections
All Premium Features included
Custom invoice, billing and terms

Desktop App Lifetime License

One-time purchase, yours forever
$--

One-time purchase

Mac, Windows & Linux – Flexible key
100% offline operation – Works without internet
All features unlocked forever – no limits
JSON import/export with Web Version
3 years of updates included
Only applies to Desktop App, Web Version not included
Annual subscription plans are billed yearly and can be canceled at any time.
Single event licenses are billed once and remain active for 30 days.
If you represent a non-profit organization, you're eligible for a 20% discount - contact us to learn more.
We issue tax invoices for all transactions and adhere to GDPR regulations, ensuring your data privacy and security. See privacy policy.
We offer a 14-day refund policy if the product has not been used within this period. See terms of service.