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BookitWise vs Seatsurfing
Both stand on room booking software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free trial AndroidiPhoneWeb
BookitWise combines room scheduling with resource bookings, catering workflows, and room displays. Its listed platform access and integration options may suit organizations managing shared rooms, though there is no free plan.
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Free plan APILinuxSelf-hosted+1
Seatsurfing combines shared-space reservations with floor plans, administrative controls and recurring bookings. Check calendar requirements and hosting needs, and note that its stated use is free employee spaces rather than commercial rental.
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| BookitWise | Seatsurfing | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | A free trial | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Web | API, Linux, Self-hosted, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | SMALL: $10 a month | Professional: €0.90 a month |
| Plans published | 4 | 4 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | bookitwise.com | seatsurfing.io |
| On room booking software | #14 of 34 | #10 of 34 |
BookitWise: what it does well
- Supports single and recurring room bookings.
- Bookings can include catering and equipment.
- Room displays support booking, extending, or cancelling meetings.
- Integrates with Outlook, Exchange Server, Active Directory, and VisitLog.
- Offers a 30-day test account without payment details.
What to know first
- No free plan is listed.
- The stated maximum is 3 spaces.
- Plans are billed yearly at listed rates.
Seatsurfing: what it does well
- Floor-plan and list booking views
- Recurring bookings and CalDAV sync
- Free cloud plan for up to 10 users
- Free self-hosted option for unlimited users
- TOTP or passkey multi-factor authentication
What to know first
- Personal CalDAV sync excludes Google Calendar and Exchange
- Not designed for commercially rented spaces
- Self-hosting requires Linux, Docker-compatible runtime and PostgreSQL
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