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Bookwhen vs Skedda
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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Skedda combines mapped space booking with detailed scheduling controls and calendar sync. Check the region-specific plan and included space count against your organization’s needs.
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| Bookwhen | Skedda | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | A free trial |
| Open source | No | Not published |
| Runs on | API, Web | Android, API, iPhone, Mac, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Lite: $160 a year | Starter (EMEA & APAC): $99 a month |
| Plans published | 8 | 10 |
| Maker | Not published | Skedda |
| Website | bookwhen.com | skedda.com |
| On reservations software | #1 of 26 | #5 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.
Skedda: what it does well
- Interactive floor maps show availability and accept bookings.
- Rules cover quotas, buffers, check-ins, and approvals.
- Two-way sync with Microsoft 365, Outlook, and Google.
- iOS and Android apps are available.
- Supports SAML 2.0 single sign-on.
What to know first
- No free plan is offered.
- Starter includes 15 spaces and costs $99 a month, billed annually.
- The listed Starter price is for EMEA and APAC.
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