About
SeatLogic solves one of the most stressful parts of wedding planning: figuring out who can and cannot sit near each other. Built by a couple who experienced the frustration firsthand, SeatLogic goes far beyond digital sticky notes by using AI to actually compute the optimal seating arrangement based on your guest relationships. Users start by importing their guest list via CSV, Excel, or manual entry. From there, they map relationships — marking couples, family clusters, friend groups, and guests who absolutely cannot be seated together. Colored group bubbles provide a visual overview so nothing gets lost. Once relationships are defined, a single click runs the seating optimizer, which arranges all guests into tables that keep the right people together and the wrong people apart. The tool includes a visual drag-and-drop interface for fine-tuning, 50+ steps of undo/redo, auto-save with cross-device sync, offline support, and export-ready charts for venue teams. Separate charts can be created for multiple events like rehearsal dinners. SeatLogic is ideal for engaged couples, wedding planners, and event coordinators managing complex social dynamics. The free tier supports up to 100 guests, while the Essential paid plan extends to 250 guests with unlimited optimizer runs and export capabilities. All guest data remains private and is never shared.
Key Features
- AI Seating Optimizer: One-click AI engine that arranges all guests into tables keeping compatible guests together and incompatible ones apart, eliminating manual trial-and-error.
- Relationship & Conflict Mapping: Visually mark couples, family groups, friend circles, and guests who must be kept apart so the optimizer has the full social picture.
- Flexible Guest List Import: Import guests via CSV, Excel, or paste directly from a spreadsheet — works however your list currently exists.
- Visual Drag-and-Drop Editor: Interactive seating map with 50+ undo/redo steps so you can freely adjust the AI's suggestions without losing progress.
- Cross-Device Sync & Offline Mode: Auto-saves continuously and syncs across all devices; works offline for venue walkthroughs without Wi-Fi.
Use Cases
- A couple with divorced parents and several estranged friend groups uses SeatLogic to automatically generate a wedding seating plan that keeps all incompatible guests apart without hours of manual spreadsheet work.
- A professional wedding planner imports a 200-person guest CSV, maps family clusters and VIP groupings, and exports a venue-ready seating chart in under an hour.
- An engaged couple managing late RSVP changes re-runs the optimizer after every new confirmation, instantly updating the seating arrangement without breaking existing table assignments.
- A couple planning both a rehearsal dinner and wedding reception creates separate seating charts for each event within a single SeatLogic project.
- A small wedding coordinator uses the free tier to manage seating for an 80-guest intimate wedding at zero cost, leveraging the visual drag-and-drop editor for final fine-tuning.
Pros
- Solves real wedding complexity: Handles nuanced social dynamics like divorced parents, estranged friend groups, and awkward plus-ones that generic tools completely ignore.
- Zero learning curve: Import existing spreadsheets directly and start optimizing immediately — no need to reformat data or learn complex software.
- Generous free tier: The free plan supports up to 100 guests with full optimizer access, covering most small-to-mid-sized weddings at no cost.
- Privacy-first design: Guest relationship data stays private and is never shared with third parties, which is critical for sensitive family dynamics.
Cons
- Very niche use case: Designed specifically for weddings and events — not a general-purpose productivity or planning tool, limiting its audience significantly.
- Paid plan needed for larger events: The free tier caps at 100 guests; events with 101–250 guests require the Essential plan at $399.99/year.
- Single project on Essential plan: The Essential tier is limited to 1 project, which may be restrictive for professional wedding planners managing multiple clients simultaneously.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does SeatLogic's AI optimizer work?
After you map your guest relationships — marking couples, groups, and conflicts — SeatLogic's optimizer analyzes all constraints and computes a seating arrangement that maximizes compatibility and minimizes friction. It runs in a single click and produces a complete table layout you can then fine-tune manually.
What file formats can I use to import my guest list?
SeatLogic supports CSV files, Excel spreadsheets, and direct paste from any spreadsheet tool. You can also type guests in one by one if preferred.
Is my guest and relationship data kept private?
Yes. SeatLogic explicitly states that your data stays private and is never shared with anyone outside your account.
Can SeatLogic be used for events other than weddings?
Yes. While built with weddings in mind, SeatLogic works for any event requiring complex seating arrangements, including rehearsal dinners, corporate events, galas, and family gatherings.
What is the difference between the Free and Essential plans?
The Free plan supports up to 100 guests with basic relationship mapping, CSV import, cloud sync, and one run of the seating optimizer. The Essential plan ($33.33/month billed annually) extends this to 250 guests, adds unlimited optimizer runs, chart export for venues, and email support.
