The calm alternative to Festela
Festela is a one-time-purchase wedding planner and website. noiva is one connected plan for your whole wedding, with an assistant that answers from it in English and Spanish.
Why couples choose noiva over Festela
An RSVP updates seating, meal counts and the caterer’s headcount
When a guest replies, the seating, the meal counts and the caterer’s headcount all update together. No spreadsheet to reconcile.
AI assistant that answers from your own wedding plan
Ask who hasn’t replied, what’s due this week or which deposits come next. The assistant answers from the wedding’s own records, with a link to each one.
Padrinos, lazo, arras and other Latin American traditions built in
Padrinos and their roles, the lazo, arras, velación, Bible and rosary, with reserved ceremony sections for family and padrinos.
noiva and Festela, side by side
| Feature | noiva | Festela |
|---|---|---|
| An RSVP updates seating, meal counts and the caterer’s headcount | Included | Not offered |
| AI assistant that answers from your own wedding plan | Paid | Not offered |
| Padrinos, lazo, arras and other Latin American traditions built in | Included | Not offered |
| Floor plans with drag-and-drop and auto-seat | Included | Not offered |
| Your own domain for the website | Paid | Not offered |
Questions
Is noiva a good alternative to Festela?
Yes. noiva is one connected plan for guests, seating, vendors, budget and the day’s schedule, with an assistant that answers from the wedding’s own plan in English and Spanish. Unlike Festela, it has: an RSVP updates seating, meal counts and the caterer’s headcount; AI assistant that answers from your own wedding plan; padrinos, lazo, arras and other Latin American traditions built in.
Can I move my guest list from Festela to noiva?
Yes. Import your list as a CSV file, from any app or spreadsheet that exports one: noiva matches your columns and flags possible duplicates before anyone lands in your list.
How much does noiva cost?
Free up to 50 guests, then $15 a month or $149 once. You don’t need a card or a password to start. See pricing →
Your wedding, beautifully under control.
Setting up your wedding takes a minute, and you won’t need a card or a password. Add your guests and invite your partner today.