Head-to-head · Class Scheduling Software
Arketa vs Bookamat
Arketa leads on 0 checks, Bookamat on 1, and 6 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 7 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreArketa · 8.9/10
- Free planonly Bookamat
- Free trialonly Bookamat
- Most featuresBookamat · 6 of 6
Arketa scores higher on our rubric for class scheduling software: 8.9 against 8.7 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #4.
Bookamat offers free plan; Arketa doesn't.
Arketa is the better fit for studios needing deep class and client operations. Bookamat is the better fit for small studios wanting a free scheduling suite.
- Arketa fits best
Studios needing deep class and client operations
- Bookamat fits best
Small studios wanting a free scheduling suite
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Side by side
| Feature | Arketa 8.9/10 Visit ↗ | Bookamat 8.7/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 8.9 | 8.7 |
| Ranking | #2 in Class Scheduling Software | #4 in Class Scheduling Software |
| Best for | Studios needing deep class and client operations | Small studios wanting a free scheduling suite |
| Pricing model | Paid | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | $49/mo | — |
| Free plan | — | ✓ (best) |
| Free trial | — | 14 days |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile | Cloud, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Web, iOS, Android |
| Integrations | 6 integrations | 9 integrations |
| Features Arketa 1/6 · Bookamat 6/6 | ||
| Recurring classes | ✓ | ✓ |
| Attendance tracking | Not checked yet | ✓ (best) |
| Waitlist management | Not checked yet | ✓ (best) |
| Room scheduling | Not checked yet | ✓ (best) |
| Instructor management | Not checked yet | ✓ (best) |
| Member booking portal | Not checked yet | ✓ (best) |
| Specs | ||
| Class capacity limits | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
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| Our verdict | Arketa is business management software for fitness and wellness studios, covering group classes, appointments, events, memberships, payments, client records, and attendance. It suits solo instructors, single-location studios, and… Read the review → |
Bookamat is an online booking and scheduling platform for yoga, Pilates, fitness, dance, and other activity-based studios. It is aimed at boutique studios that need more than a class calendar, with recurring class scheduling, member… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Arketa — where it wins
- Recurring classes, instructor assignments, capacities, waitlists, and check-ins
- Memberships, packages, payments, client records, waivers, and documents
- Marketing, payroll reporting, branded apps, and multi-location support
Where it doesn't
- No free plan is available
- Individual is limited to one team member login
- Studio plan pricing is custom rather than publicly stated
Bookamat — where it wins
- Free access includes recurring scheduling, bookings, waitlists, and attendance.
- Supports rooms, locations, staff accounts, payments, memberships, and class packs.
- Connects with Stripe, Square, Mailchimp, Google Calendar, Zoom, and more.
Where it doesn't
- No open-source deployment option is offered.
- Team and Growth use pay-as-you-grow pricing.
- Platform support is limited to web, iOS, and Android.
- Arketa8.9/10 · Paid
A broad operations platform for studios that need scheduling, client, and payment tools.
Visit ArketaFull verdict → - Bookamat8.7/10 · Free plan · 14-day trial
A free scheduling suite covering bookings, attendance, payments, and studio operations.
Visit BookamatFull verdict →
Arketa vs Bookamat: questions
Which is better for class scheduling software, Arketa or Bookamat?
Arketa scores higher on our rubric for class scheduling software: 8.9 against 8.7 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #4.
How do Arketa and Bookamat compare?
Of the 7 checks we put side by side, Arketa leads on none, Bookamat on 1, and 6 are level. Free plan only on Bookamat.
Do Arketa and Bookamat have a free plan?
Arketa: No. Bookamat: Yes.
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Nov 2026
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