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Cogran vs LemonBooking
Both stand on parks and recreation 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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Cogran brings several recreation-organization workflows together, from registration and reservations to reporting. Review the plan volume limits and payment processing rates when assessing fit.
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LemonBooking covers studio bookings and several related operations, with browser access and an API across plans. Compare annual plan limits for staff, forms, and storage before choosing.
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| Cogran | LemonBooking | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | A free trial |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Mac, Web, Windows | API, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | See the plans | Bronze: $265 a year |
| Plans published | 22 | 3 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | cogransystems.com | lemonbooking.com |
| On parks and recreation software | #2 of 17 | #1 of 17 |
Cogran: what it does well
- Registration includes waivers and waitlists
- Manages facility calendars and rental requests
- Connects sports registrations with schedules and standings
- Browser-based with progressive web app access
What to know first
- Starts at $899/yr
- Online card processing is approximately 2.9% + $0.30 per transaction
- Higher volumes require a tailored proposal
LemonBooking: what it does well
- Manages recurring classes, capacity, and automatic waitlists.
- Supports memberships with recurring monthly card payments.
- Includes rental availability and show ticketing.
- Read-only REST API is available on every plan.
- Browser access works on phones, tablets, and laptops.
What to know first
- No free plan is listed.
- Plans are billed annually.
- Staff, booking-form, and file-storage limits vary by plan.
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