Head-to-head · Tutoring Scheduling Software
TutorCruncher vs Tutorbase
TutorCruncher leads on 0 checks, Tutorbase on 1, and 5 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 6 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreTutorCruncher · 8.8/10
- Free planonly Tutorbase
- Free trialonly TutorCruncher
- Most featuresTutorbase · 5 of 5
TutorCruncher scores higher on our rubric for tutoring scheduling software: 8.8 against 8.7 out of 10; our editors rank them #6 and #7.
Tutorbase offers free plan; TutorCruncher doesn't. On calendar sync, Tutorbase gives you Two_way where TutorCruncher offers One_way.
TutorCruncher is the better fit for tutoring agencies managing payroll and payments. Tutorbase is the better fit for tutors wanting a free mobile-first platform.
- TutorCruncher fits best
Tutoring agencies managing payroll and payments
- Tutorbase fits best
Tutors wanting a free mobile-first platform
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Side by side
| Feature | TutorCruncher 8.8/10 Visit ↗ | Tutorbase 8.7/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 8.8 | 8.7 |
| Ranking | #6 in Tutoring Scheduling Software | #7 in Tutoring Scheduling Software |
| Best for | Tutoring agencies managing payroll and payments | Tutors wanting a free mobile-first platform |
| Pricing model | Paid | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | £60/mo | — |
| Free plan | — | ✓ (best) |
| Free trial | 14 days | — |
| Deployment | Cloud | Cloud, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web | iOS, Android |
| Support | Email, Live chat, Phone, Tickets, Docs | Email, Tickets |
| Integrations | 2,000+ integrations | 3 integrations |
| Built for | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features TutorCruncher 4/5 · Tutorbase 5/5 | ||
| Student self-booking | ✓ | ✓ |
| Recurring lessons | ✓ | ✓ |
| Group classes | ✓ | ✓ |
| Online payments | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mobile app | Not checked yet | ✓ (best) |
| Specs | ||
| Calendar sync | One_way | Two_way |
| Our review | ||
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| Our verdict | TutorCruncher is a tutoring-business management platform for agencies, learning centers and larger tutoring companies. It brings tutor, client and student profiles together with lesson scheduling, recurring lessons, client self-booking,… Read the review → |
Tutorbase is cloud-based management software for tutoring businesses and educational organizations. It is designed for tutors, tutoring centers, language schools, and other education providers managing individual or group lessons. Students… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
TutorCruncher — where it wins
- Combines scheduling, invoicing, payroll and split payments
- Supports recurring lessons and client or student self-booking
- Connects with Stripe, Xero, QuickBooks, Zoom and Zapier
Where it doesn't
- No free plan; paid plans start at £25 per month
- Calendar synchronization is one-way through an iCal subscription feed
- Enterprise pricing reaches £200 per month
Tutorbase — where it wins
- Free Core includes all features with no credit card required
- Supports self-booking, recurring lessons, group classes, and family accounts
- Connects two-way with Google Calendar and supports Stripe and WhatsApp
Where it doesn't
- A 1% platform fee applies to invoiced revenue
- Its 2023 founding suggests less maturity than older products
- Payroll and lead management may exceed the needs of solo tutors
- TutorCruncher8.8/10 · 14-day trial
A broad tutoring operations platform for agencies that need scheduling, payroll and payments in one system.
Visit TutorCruncherFull verdict → - Tutorbase8.7/10 · Free plan
A free mobile-first platform covering tutoring operations from booking to payouts.
Visit TutorbaseFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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