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Roomzilla vs Seatsurfing
Both stand on room systems. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb
Roomzilla combines booking, check-in, and space-management tools for several kinds of workplaces. Review the three-resource free-plan cap and the stated lack of formal customer security documentation before selecting it.
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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.
Visit SeatsurfingThe facts
| Roomzilla | Seatsurfing | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | No | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Web | API, Linux, Self-hosted, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | See the plans | Professional: €0.90 a month |
| Plans published | 11 | 4 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | roomzilla.net | seatsurfing.io |
| On room systems | #2 of 21 | #1 of 21 |
Roomzilla: what it does well
- Timeline shows availability with resource filters.
- Missed check-ins can release bookings automatically.
- Syncs room resources and events with Google Calendar and Outlook.
- Includes QR reservations, maps, reports, and approval queues.
- Trial is 14 days with no card needed.
What to know first
- Free plan is limited to three resources.
- Formal customer security documentation is not yet available.
- Mobile reservations use a browser rather than listed mobile apps.
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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