Bookly
7.2#66 in appointment scheduling softwareFrom $39 a yearFree planWebSelf-hosted
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SchedulingKit
8.8#3 in appointment scheduling softwareFrom $10 a monthFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Bookly | SchedulingKit |
|---|---|---|
| Automated reminders | Yes | Yes |
| Booking pages | Yes | Yes |
| Calendar sync | two-way | two-way |
| Founded | 2014 | 2022 |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free plan limits | The homepage FAQ describes the free plugin as supporting up to 5 services and 1 staff member. | The free plan includes 1 member, 1 event type, 50 bookings monthly, and 1 calendar connection. |
| Group booking | Yes | Yes |
| Payment collection | Yes | Yes |
| Payments | Payment integrations include Stripe Payments in the free version, WooCommerce in Bookly Pro, and additional gateways through Pro add-ons. | The platform supports payment processing through Stripe and PayPal, and its homepage also lists Apple Pay and Google Pay. |
| Purpose | Bookly is a WordPress appointment and event booking plugin for service businesses. | SchedulingKit provides online booking, calendar synchronization, automated reminders, payment processing, team scheduling, CRM, and related scheduling tools for individuals, teams, and businesses. |
| Support | Item support covers plugin guidance, technical help with built-in features, reported bugs and issues, and updates for proper functioning. | Support is available Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM–6:00 PM EST, with a first response within 24 hours on business days. |
Bookly plans
- FreeFree
- Pro$99 a year
- Business$129 a year
- Ultimate$199 a year
- Bookly FreeFree
- Bookly Pro$39 a year
SchedulingKit plans
- FreeFree
- Standard$10 a month
- Pro$16 a month
- Business$30 a month
- EnterprisePriced on request
- FreeFree
Pick Bookly if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
Pick SchedulingKit if…
SchedulingKit suits solo professionals and teams that need booking, calendar, payment, or staff-scheduling tools. It may also fit businesses that want integrations, automation, or AI scheduling features.