GReminders
GReminders, named one of the fastest growing software products in 2023 by G2.com, was designed for businesses that require effective reminders along with automated scheduling. GReminders integrates with existing calendars such as Google, Outlook/Office 365, Exchange and Redtail as well as popular online meeting apps and CRMs such as Salesforce, HubSpot, etc. It also offers features such as customizing availability, appointment approval, single use booking links, setting up SMS, email and voice reminders and sending out invitations.
GReminders is a great choice for businesses who want to automate their scheduling but still retain the option to schedule manually. It can be used for a variety of use cases such as booking one-on-one meetings, group meetings, team scheduling, and more.
GReminders offers a free plan with paid plans at $8.00 per user/month plus usage.
Pros:
- Sends reminders on all calendar events.
- Automated Appointment Approval options
- Ability to add buffer times between meetings
- Booking Calendar can be embedded into your website
- Options to map fields to CRMs
- Send invitations and reminders
- HIPAA Compliant
- One-on-One setup assistance during trial
Cons:
- Limited features with the free plan
- No mobile app
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Calendly
Calendly is a very popular online scheduling software app that allows users to automate the process of booking appointments. It integrates with Google, Outlook and Office 365 calendars. It also allows users to customize their availability, add buffer times between meetings, set up text and email reminders and send invitations.
Calendly’s features make it a great option for businesses who want to streamline their booking process. It can be used for a variety of use cases such as booking one-on-one meetings, group meetings, consultations, webinars and more.
Calendly’s pricing plans include a free basic plan, their professional plan at $12 per seat, and team scheduling starting at $16 per seat.
Pros:
- Easy to use interface
- Customizable availability
- Ability to add buffer times between meetings
- Integration with existing calendars
- Send invitations and reminders
- Booking Calendar can be embedded into your website
- Free basic plan
Cons:
- Only sends reminders on events booked through Calendly
- Limits characters in text reminders
- Limited support options with lower tier plans
- Not HIPAA compliant
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Acuity Scheduling
Acuity Scheduling is an online scheduling app with it’s own calendar that is designed to provide booking, managing, and paying for appointments. It allows businesses to manage their clients’ appointments and payments in one central location. For many businesses, this type of software can be a great asset.
It integrates with existing calendars such as Google, Outlook and Office 365 as well as popular payment platforms such as Stripe and PayPal. It also offers features such as customizing availability, adding buffer times between meetings, setting up reminders and sending out invitations.
Acuity Scheduling is a great choice for businesses who need a comprehensive solution for their online booking needs. It can be used for a variety of use cases such as booking one-on-one meetings, group meetings, consultations, webinars and more.
Acuity Scheduling offers several different pricing plans ranging from $15/month for the basic plan to $50/month for the premium plan.
Pros:
- Easy to use interface
- Customizable availability including clustering of appointments
- Ability to add buffer times between meetings
- Integration with existing calendars and payment platforms
- Booking Calendar can be embedded into your website
- Mobile app available
- HIPAA Compliant
Cons:
- Limited customization options
- Expensive premium plan
- Limits users to a single reminder
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Setmore
Setmore is an online booking and scheduling platform that enables businesses to manage their customer appointments, resources, and staff. It offers a wide range of features, including online appointment scheduling, appointment reminders, HIPAA compliance, text reminders, and appointment approval.
Setmore integrates with existing calendars such as Google, Outlook and Office 365 as well as popular payment platforms such as Stripe and PayPal.
Setmore offers several different pricing plans ranging from $9/month for the basic plan to $45/month for the premium plan.
Pros:
- Easy to use interface
- Customizable availability
- Ability to add buffer times between meetings
- Integration with existing calendars and payment platforms
- Booking Calendar can be embedded into your website
- Send invitations and reminders
- Mobile app available
- HIPAA Compliant
Cons:
- Does not support replies to reminders
- Limits users to 1 reminder per appointment
- Limited customization options in the free plan
Doodle
Juggling emails and phone calls back-and-forth to set up meetings can be a time-consuming process. Fortunately, Doodle can help streamline the process and make scheduling easier. It integrates with existing calendars such as Google, Outlook and Office 365 as well as popular payment platforms such as Stripe and PayPal.
Doodle is a great choice for businesses who need a way to poll individuals in order to schedule a time to meet.
Doodle offers several different pricing plans ranging from $4/month for the basic plan to $12/month for the premium plan.
Pros:
- Easy to use interface
- Customizable availability
- Ability to add buffer times between meetings
- Integration with existing calendars and payment platforms
- Mobile app available
- Affordable pricing plans
Cons:
- Limited customization options in the free plan
- Limited reminder customization
Conclusion
There are many online scheduling apps available that offer a wide range of features at varying price points. The best way to determine which scheduling app is right for you is to try them yourself and determine which one provides the features and benefits your company needs most.
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