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SimplyBook.me

SimplyBook.me lets service businesses accept online appointments 24/7 without hiring a receptionist.

SMB score 8/10/10

Overview

SimplyBook.me gives service-based small businesses a booking system that handles scheduling, payments, and client reminders in one place. Clients book through your website, Facebook page, Instagram profile, or Google Maps listing without calling you. The free plan supports 50 bookings per month with one service provider, and paid plans start at $11.90 per month for up to 100 bookings and 5 providers. The system sends automatic confirmation, reminder, and cancellation emails so you spend less time chasing clients. You can accept deposits and payments through Stripe and PayPal, sync with Google or Outlook calendars, and manage everything from an iOS or Android admin app. Over 10,000 businesses use the platform, and SimplyBook.me holds a 4.6 out of 5 rating on Capterra. The 14-day free trial requires no credit card.

Features

  • Automated email and SMS reminders to reduce no-shows
  • Online payments and deposits via Stripe, PayPal, and POS
  • Booking via website, Facebook, Instagram, and Google Maps
  • Admin and client mobile apps for iOS and Android
  • Google and Outlook calendar sync to prevent double bookings

Best for

SimplyBook.me suits solo operators and small teams in service industries like beauty, fitness, health, and education who need clients to book online without phone calls. It works especially well for businesses with multiple staff members or locations who need to assign services to specific providers.

Why this SMB score

SimplyBook.me delivers strong value for service businesses with a low starting price, broad booking channel coverage, and built-in payment tools, but add-on costs for SMS and advanced features can push the monthly bill higher than the advertised plan price.