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Bookwhen vs SimplyBook.me
Both stand on reservations software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
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Choose Bookwhen if you need booking pages with recurring schedules, multiple registration options, and online or offline payment methods. The free plan covers up to 50 monthly bookings, one team member, and one page, but only for free events. Organizations needing more capacity can consider paid plans starting at $16 per month.
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SimplyBook.me covers client bookings, payments, reminders, and team calendars across web and mobile. The free tier is ongoing but limited, and HIPAA-enabling features need specific settings.
Visit SimplyBook.meThe facts
| Bookwhen | SimplyBook.me | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | No | Not published |
| Runs on | API, Web | Web, iPhone, Android |
| Lowest paid plan | Lite: $160 a year | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 8 | 5 |
| Maker | Not published | SimplyBook.me |
| Website | bookwhen.com | simplybook.me |
| On reservations software | #1 of 26 | #2 of 26 |
Bookwhen: what it does well
- Supports recurring schedules, multiple ticket types, group bookings, and waiting lists.
- Collects online payments through Stripe, PayPal, or WorldPay.
- Booking pages can be embedded in WordPress, Wix, and Squarespace sites.
- Can create Zoom meetings automatically and embed event videos.
- Free plan includes 50 bookings per month and one team member.
What to know first
- Free plan is limited to free events.
- Free plan allows one team member and one booking page.
- Calendar synchronization is one-way.
- Payment providers charge separate processing fees for online payments.
SimplyBook.me: what it does well
- Clients can book through websites, social media, Google, and apps.
- Two-way sync supports Google Calendar and Outlook.
- Free plan has no time limit.
- Live human support is available 24/7.
What to know first
- Free plan is limited to 50 bookings monthly.
- Free plan includes only one provider and one premium feature.
- Free plan must be renewed monthly.
- HIPAA-enabling features are not active by default.
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