An online booking calendar lets your clients book on their own, at any hour, without a call. It cuts missed calls and forgotten appointments. This guide compares the most used tools, from the simplest to the most specialised, with the right choice for each trade.
| Tool | Level | Best for | Strength |
|---|---|---|---|
| Google Calendar (booking) | ● | freelancers on Google | nothing to install |
| Microsoft Bookings | ●● | companies on Microsoft | linked to Outlook and Teams |
| Calendly | ●● | sales, consulting | very simple for the client |
| Cal.com | ●●● | data under control | open source |
| SimplyBook.me | ●●● | salons, coaches, classes | several employees and services |
| OneDoc | ●●● | health | a Swiss tool for patients |
| aleno | ●●● | restaurants | a Swiss table booking tool |
For one person alone, often yes. SMS reminders, teams and payments are usually paid.
Yes, with most of the tools in this table, through a payment connection.
With a button or a module built into the page. The client stays on your site.
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