Is managing your reservations becoming a real headache? Opt for a reservation system!
Is managing your reservations and appointments a headache? Do you quickly get lost between text message bookings, notes on loose sheets of paper or "I don't need to write it down, I'll just keep it in a corner of my head"?
No panic, specialized software is here to help!
Check out our quick comparison of the 10 best appointment booking systems!
What is a reservation and appointment scheduling system?
Before getting to the heart of the matter, let's take a brief look at what a reservation and appointment scheduling system really is.
This type of solution will help you manage your administrative tasks.
In other words, it will give you a global view of all your bookings, so you can optimize the time you spend on the phone or scrolling through your diary to find a free slot.
You'll see, once you've adopted it, it's hard to do without!
Our selection criteria
To prepare this comparison of appointment scheduling software and meet the main needs of businesses, we have taken into account :
- the software's reputation and length of time on the market,
- essential functionalities, in particular :
- automatic appointment notifications and reminders,
- customizable options to meet everyone's needs,
- compatibility with a variety of media (mobile, PC, etc.),
- availability of various plugins, etc.
- ergonomic interface,
- value for money.
Comparative table of the best appointment booking systems
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Bookeo
Bookeo is an easy-to-use appointment scheduling and management platform. Thanks to its rich functionality, it's easy to automate your processes, boost the platform's power and take more bookings.
Create your account in just a few minutes and access your calendar directly!
The advantages of Bookeo
- ability to take reservations and payments in-store and over the phone;
- marketing tools such as prepaid packages, gift vouchers and memberships;
- thanks to its API, developers can extend the capabilities of the booking platform and integrate it with external services and processes;
- the rates offered are flexible and non-binding, and the platform charges no commissions or fixed fees on bookings.
Who is Bookeo for?
Bookeo is designed for :
- service providers
- schools
- studios,
- tour operators,
- and activity providers.
Bookeo Rendez-vous
MyRezApp
MyRezApp offers much more than an online reservation system. This all-in-one solution can manage schedules, online payment, customer relations and marketing.
And it's all free!
The advantages of MyRezApp
- differentiates itself from its competitors through the diversity of its functionalities;
- beyond the free offer, the platform offers an à la carte package with the functionalities of your choice;
- adapts to any website, thanks to its integration with Wix, Wordpress, Jimdo, etc. ;
- offers numerous advanced booking options: instant booking, "shopping cart" function, booking limited to identified customers, privatization of sessions, etc.
Who's it for?
MyRezApp is designed for a wide range of activities, including :
- leisure,
- sports,
- beauty,
- alternative medicine.
MyRezApp
Planyo
Planyo is a flexible, comprehensive online reservation system. It saves you considerable time by automating virtually all reservation-related tasks: cancellations, modifications and automatic confirmations.
Thanks to the many available integrations, web users always remain on your site, which considerably reduces customer attrition.
The advantages of Planyo
- available in 27 languages;
- highly intuitive interface for easy automation of various tasks;
- numerous integrations (MailChimp, Google Calendar, Airbnb, etc.) and over 60 online payment gateways (Stripe, Paypal, Sage Pay, etc.);
- options to vary prices according to number of people, season, day of the week, length of stay, additional services, etc.
Who can use it?
This reservation system can be used for all types of activities:
- hotels
- doctors,
- parking lots,
- tennis courts,
- car rentals,
- cabs, drivers,
- meeting, etc.
Reservio
Reservio is a powerful, easy-to-use reservation platform. The solution offers a wide range of features that can be adapted to suit your needs and characteristics. Thanks to its powerful scheduling system, all appointments, reservations and diaries are centralized in one place.
☝Reservio is used by over 150,000 professionals in 35 countries!
The benefits of Reservio
- available on different operating systems, whether PC or mobile ;
- accepts customer reservations 24/7;
- provides detailed statistics and reports on your employees, customers and appointments;
- synchronization with other calendars such as Google Calendar, Outlook or iCal.
Who's Reservio for?
Reservio is designed for businesses in a wide range of sectors, such as :
- gyms
- fitness centers
- hair salons,
- car repair shops,
- medical services,
- teachers and educational establishments, etc.
Reservio
Resmio
In addition to being a reservation system, Resmio is also a catering software package. The solution simplifies a number of daily tasks by automating certain administrative processes, such as receiving reservations online.
Whether on your website, Google or Facebook, the tool lets customers check table availability in real time, even outside your opening hours.
☝More than 10,000 restaurateurs already trust Resmio!
The benefits of Resmio
- referencing on over 100 national and international platforms (Tripadvisor, Eventbride, Facebook, etc.);
- the " digital menu" feature enables customers to find out about and order takeaway, delivery or table service;
- the ability to create your own website, free of charge and in just a few clicks;
- thanks to the digital waiting list, you can fill your tables quickly, even in the event of last-minute cancellations.
Who's Resmio for?
Resmio is designed for catering professionals.
resmio
SimplyBook.me
SimplyBook.me goes beyond a simple reservation system to offer a full-fledged payment and customer management platform.
You have free access to all the functions you need to manage your bookings and appointments:
- reservation widget (if you already have your own site),
- reservation site creation (templates and customization),
- reminders by e-mail or SMS,
- listing on their Booking.page catalog to optimize your visibility,
- and many more to discover.
The benefits of SimplyBook.me
- a modular solution that truly adapts its functionalities to your needs;
- more than just a booking platform: add gift cards, loyalty programs, organize courses, book via Facebook, Google and Instagram, communicate with customers, etc;
- possibility of creating a personalized booking website;
- responsive customer support with live chat and an average response time of 10 seconds.
Who's SimplyBook.me for?
SimplyBook.me is aimed at most service businesses, such as :
- beauty salons
- fitness centers,
- consultants,
- schools,
- clinics, etc.
The platform also offers a specific solution for large companies.
SimplyBook.me
Smartagenda.fr
Smartagenda.fr is a complete, customizable online appointment management platform. With just a few clicks, you can make appointments directly on your website. In addition to being easy to use, the tool offers a wide range of functions that can be adapted to your business:
- online payment,
- satisfaction surveys,
- online booking widgets,
- a videoconferencing module,
- appointment management (duration, price, etc.)
The advantages of Smartagenda.fr
- features a Wordpress plugin,
- the agenda is accessible on all your devices (smartphone, PC or tablet),
- data hosting is based in France (RGPD compliant),
- the calendar is 100% customizable. The little extra: a free consultant will help you set it up in less than 15 minutes!
Who's it for?
Smartagenda.fr is designed for :
- small and large companies,
- government agencies,
- healthcare professionals.
SmartAgenda.fr
Timify
Timify is an appointment scheduling and management platform. The tool features all the basic options you need to optimize booking management.
Its many customization features make Timify a tailor-made tool.
The benefits of Timify
- available on all platforms: mobile app, tablet, Windows software and 100% online version;
- many possible integrations with applications ranging from automatic invoicing to videoconferencing and customer feedback;
- many functions are available free of charge: reservation modules, diary, online payment, customer relationship management, etc. ... ;
- its virtual queuing solution revolutionizes the experience of your customers' visits by enabling them to wait elsewhere, and thus also reduce overcrowding in your stores.
Who's Timify for?
Timify is designed for all business sectors, from finance to recruitment to beauty, and for all company sizes.
TIMIFY
Wix bookings
Wix Bookings is a booking and appointment management system integrated into the renowned Wix CMS. Today, this plugin is not only one of the most widely used on the platform, but also, and above all, the most highly developed of all. Thanks to its intuitive interface, it's easy to get to grips with the tool and get straight down to business.
The advantages of Wix bookings
- compatible with all types of device: responsive mobile (iOS & Android), tablet and computer ;
- accepts different types of online payment: one-off, subscription, instalments, etc. ;
- prevents appointments from being made at the same time, thanks to synchronization with Google Calendar;
- features advanced billing, marketing and e-mailing functionalities.
Who's it for?
Wix Bookings is designed for all professionals wishing to offer their services, such as :
- coaches (life, sports...),
- trainers
- photographers, etc.
Wix Réservation en ligne
Zoho Bookings
Zoho Bookings not only synchronizes your calendars, but also enables your customers to schedule and pay for their appointments. Thanks to its numerous integrations with the most popular applications, you can easily connect your calendar with all your tools!
The advantages of Zoho Bookings
- integrates seamlessly with all Zoho applications (CRM, Flow, Recruitment, etc.),
- features a dashboard with different views (calendar, list and day or week or month),
- ability to customize your booking page to your image (online or on your website),
- online payment module (full payment, deposit, partial payment, etc.).
Who's Zoho Bookings for?
Zoho Bookings is designed for all businesses wishing to offer online appointment booking.
This comparison is now complete. We hope we've helped you in your search for a booking and appointment scheduling system!
Article translated from French