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SimplyBook.me vs Tablein

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.

SimplyBook.me

Free plan WebiPhoneAndroid

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.

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Tablein

Free trial AndroidiPhoneWeb

Tablein brings reservations, table management and guest records together, with booking widgets and payment integrations. Its reservation allowances vary by plan, and the service has no free tier.

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The facts

SimplyBook.meTablein
Free planYesA free trial
Open sourceNot publishedNot published
Runs onWeb, iPhone, AndroidAndroid, iPhone, Web
Lowest paid planFree or on requestStarter: €67 per restaurant a month
Plans published53
MakerSimplyBook.meNot published
Websitesimplybook.metablein.com
On reservations software#2 of 26#6 of 26

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.

Tablein: what it does well

  • Offers calendar, list and visual floor plan views
  • Online bookings allow automatic or manual confirmation
  • Sends email and SMS reminders
  • Supports deposits and online payments
  • Includes guest history, categories and reporting

What to know first

  • No free plan
  • Starter includes 50 reservations; extra reservations cost more
  • Growth includes 150 reservations; extra reservations cost more
  • Online ordering, menu management and staff scheduling are not included

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