TimeTap vs Goldie

Calendly

Google Calendar

Doctoralia for Specialists

Calendly is a scheduling automation platform that helps individuals, teams, and enterprises book meetings faster, eliminate back-and-forth emails, and connect their calendar, CRM, and video tools into one seamless scheduling workflow.

Google Calendar is an online calendar solution that enables users to manage business and personal schedules. The platform offers calendar migration options, allowing users to integrate existing calendars, including those from Microsoft and IBM. Google provides comprehensive tools and resources to facilitate data migrations into the Google Workspace ecosystem.

Doctoralia Pro provides solutions to manage communication between health centers and patients. It is designed for any type of clinic: therapeutic, pediatric, ophthalmology, dental, fertility, or respiratory. It helps to optimize time and increase revenue.

TimeTap is a HIPAA- and GDPR-compliant appointment scheduling platform built for organizations with complex booking requirements. It automates scheduling, reminders, and availability while securely capturing client information across staff, locations, and time zones.

Confirmations/Reminders

Patient Portal

HIPAA Compliant

Most reviewers indicate that TimeTap delivers strong value for money, praising its affordable pricing and robust free version. Some users say the free plan’s limitations are acceptable, but some reviewers find advanced features increase costs.

Value for money

Reviews for TimeTap come from a wide variety of industries, including Health, Wellness and Fitness (11% of reviewers), Education Management (7%), and Financial Services (7%). The most frequent use case for TimeTap cited by reviewers is appointment scheduling (77% of reviewers).

Proprietary

TimeTap

Web-based

iPhone

iPad

Android

Acuity Scheduling

Square Appointments

Professional

Business

Enterprise

Operations Director

TimeTap gives us the ability to manage and schedule the clients we serve while protecting some of their most important information.

Engineer

It took me some time to find specific settings, so the learning curve is a little steep.

Financial Advisor

TimeTap provides multiple custom sites to meet different needs.  

Director

It took a year to discover that this feature does not operate as promised, and patients do not receive annual appointment reminders.

Founder

I'm actually planning to get the business subscription. And they do have personalized support, so I will get help to navigate the app and ask questions if necessary.

Manager

The software offered an intuitive interface for clients to book appointments online, while providing me with the necessary tools to efficiently manage and organize my schedule.

I believe using TimeTap on my mobile device is very difficult.  

President

Ability to walk through the questions I had for setup and know what I was asking about.  

Manager Read Write  Math Intervention

There are times when two appointments show up in staff calendars for the same appointment but this is of little consequence.

My clients can easily fill out the forms online prior to their appointment, and all the information is automatically stored in their patient profile.

The ability to sync appointments with external calendars and send automated reminders greatly improved productivity and client communication.

The automated reminders and synchronization with external calendars improved organization and reduced the risk of missed appointments.

Reporting Officer

The customer experience has been really positive and a big upgrade from our previous manual processes.  

SHINE Liaison

Having to add information in duplicate areas of the app.

With expanded customization options, TimeTap could further enhance its appeal to businesses seeking a personalized scheduling solution.

I loved how easy it was to set up my schedule.

The software streamlined the booking process for clients and provided efficient tools for managing my schedule.

Financial Consultant

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Program Manager

The ease and flexibility to schedule client appointments

I wish there were a simple version to use to start with for folks who have just one product/service. When I started I just needed to schedule meetings so the whole system was a little complex for that.

Very pleasant personnel. But they cannot dive deep to discover why our problem is occurring.

Sometimes I find myself browsing through various tabs and settings to find exactly what I need, which can get a bit confusing.

Researcher

The most impactful features found in TimeTap are its automated appointment scheduling, enabling customers to view open times and book their own appointments, as well as its real-time scheduling features.

Office Manager

Not able to make some customization for your business needs.

Timetap has Excellent customer service.......

I need to call the support center to make changes because I'm not comfortable making changes.  

Owner & Artist

Introductory and onboarding appointments were readily available and the representatives provided excellent guidance and direction.

It offers a drag-and-drop interface, tutorial and overview videos, and customer support.

Assistant Public Health Director

We had a few minor glitches but the system really helped us manage a large number of appointments in a very short amount of time.

President 

The client, database and ability to schedule recurring appointment has been greatly beneficial.

Studio Manager

I wish I could allow multiple appointment bookings AND staff confirmation abilities

We had a hard time getting the forms to format they way we needed them to for printing.

We are now exploring using the system for other appointment scheduling options in our organization.

From the start we have learned so much and have created a very large database and complicated ordering process.

Volunteer

It's easy to use and offers a good number of features.

The time it takes to understand all the moving parts of the system was challenging.

I love that I can customize just about anything and run reports!

Owner

AT times to is far more in depth than I need and I have a difficult time checking all the places where I could have missed something or not checked something

You are currently unable to limit the amount of appointments allowed in one day.  

I've been extremely happy with TimeTap's customer service support.

allowing the client to schedule themselves

It's going to make our lives a lot easier/lower our team's stress!

Attache

personnel and technical staff are very accommodating

Owner, General Manager

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Owner/Operator

I really appreciated the quick access to online booking features, and ready-made forms.  

Appointment Scheduling

Customer Support

Client Support

Training and Learning Curve

User Interface

Integrations

Customization

Navigation

Reporting

Phone and Mobile

Small Business

Mid-size Business

Large Enterprises

Freelancers

Most reviewers indicate that TimeTap offers good value for money, highlighting an affordable price point and a robust free version suitable for individuals or small businesses. They appreciate the generous free trial, which provides access to all features, and note that the pricing structure allows users to scale as their needs grow. Some users say the free plan has limitations, such as only supporting one staff member and lacking calendar sync, but find these acceptable for early-stage businesses. Some reviewers find that costs can add up for organizations needing advanced features or multiple users.

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Acuity Scheduling is an online appointment scheduling solution that allows clients to self-schedule appointments or classes online, complete custom forms, receive confirmation notifications and reminders, and pay or donate with a credit card.

Goldie helps medical spas streamline client bookings with online scheduling, reminders, deposits, and payments—while offering tools to grow revenue.

Calendar Management

Reminders

Online Booking

Marketing Automation

Alerts/Notifications

Inventory Management

Faculty/Staff Management

By industry, Goldie reviewers are most commonly professionals in health, wellness and fitness (23%). The most frequent use case for Goldie cited by reviewers is appointment scheduling (93% of reviewers).

Users and use cases

Most reviewers indicate that Goldie delivers strong value for money, especially praising the generous free version and affordable paid plans. However, some users report that premium features can become expensive and wish for more flexible pricing options.

The Goldie integration most frequently cited by reviewers is Google Calendar, a scheduling product rated 4.8 out of 5 for its integration with Goldie.

Goldie is an appointment scheduling tool offering key features such as appointment management, mobile access, confirmations and reminders, client database, calendar synchronization, and online booking, among others.

Goldie

Windows

Linux

Chromebook

Fresha

Booksy Biz

GlossGenius

Phorest

Vagaro

Timely

MoeGo

Setmore

Jane

Bookedin

DaySmart Salon

Pro Plus

Inconsistent messaging functionality

Podiatrist and clinic owner

Mass message system doesn't work really well. When I'm sending over 100 messages out, I usually have to do many one at a time.

Owner/operator

The only thing I didnt like was having to take the extra step to make sure the message was sent.

38% of reviewers feel negative about message sending. Some users say they experience issues with automated and mass messaging, including delays, failed deliveries, and limitations on customization. Reviewers mention frustration with having to manually send messages or take extra steps to confirm delivery, which they feel undermines efficiency. They report confusion about how messages are counted and express concerns about not being able to use certain messaging features without upgrading to higher-priced plans. Users also highlight problems with receiving replies and the reliability of notifications.

Intuitive and customizable design

The customizations are endless, a wildly intuitive app.

Esthetician and Licensed Massage Therapist

The design is simplistic and minimalistic, which is fantastic.

97% of reviewers feel positive about the user interface. Some users report the interface is visually appealing, minimalistic, and easy to personalize, which enhances their experience. Reviewers appreciate being able to switch between devices and note that the layout is accessible and adaptable to various business types. They find the interface intuitive, making it simple to manage appointments and settings. Users mention that the customizable features allow them to tailor the platform to their specific needs, contributing to a smooth and enjoyable workflow.

Streamlined business operations

Personal trainer 

Everything is so easy to use and understand and helps keep my business flowing.

96% of reviewers feel positive about the ease of use. Reviewers indicate the platform simplifies daily business tasks and reduces stress, allowing them to set up and adapt the system quickly. Some users say they can easily navigate features and make changes without technical expertise, which helps them run their businesses more efficiently. They find onboarding straightforward and appreciate that the software is intuitive even for those who are not tech-savvy. Users report that the system’s simplicity saves them time and helps keep their workflow organized and productive.

Beautician

I love Goldie, it has a lot of features that help you with having a great booking system, it has the option to have online booking, messages your clients to remind them of their appointments

Nail Artist

I LOVE THIS WEBSITE, I have tried other websited but this one is by far the best not only to edit, add discounts, take payments, customize, but also all of the other little features it has like deposits and gift cards!

I think it’s so affordable and worth the pennies for what you get I wish it was shared more, compared to other systems it gives you the professional look of your own website that you can uniquely customise, all of my clients have give amazing feedback even those older ladies who aren’t on socials and devices the same as the younger demographic!

Esthetician business owner

I wish I was able to send forms for my clients to complete through text message with their appointment confirmation instead of customizing a text or having to select collect deposits.

Hairstylist

It has helped me keep track of my payment records and has made appointments scheduling easier for my clients

Driving instructor

Also the only pay option is stripe which is way to expensive for a small business to pay. But I can work around that but when someone does pay me I can’t show paid on the calendar without it going through stripe.

I wish that it would automatically ask for a deposit once I put in the clients phone number but instead i have to send a link after i put in their phone number.

Nail technician

Customers being able to sign in and make their own appointments as well as being able to cancel if they need be

Beauty Therapist

No complaints as of yet but if I had to choose something it would simply be that when I book appointments my end then the client doesn't receive an option to pay deposit, only confirm or full payment

Tax preparation

As a solo tax preparation business I love the automatic reminders! And I have my schedule on all my devices and available wherever I may be!

The only thing I would change is that the appointments can be turned a certain colour in the Calendar once they have been completed, as they show a green icon but it would be good if you had the choice for the whole appointment to show green in the Calander

As a driving instructor I can have automated text messages sent to a student on the day of there test without me having to remember

Groomer

One of the main things I like about Goldie is that my customers can directly book on my free website from Goldie.

I do like the fact that I’m able to take deposits without paying a month monthly fee(although I signed up for pro lol) before I could afford a pro I was definitely using this feature the most

Pet groomer

There is no point in having non working hours if the app allows me to schedule during those times.

Dog Groomer

It seems I can't cancel the option to send emails when I cancel an appointment, also to customize the tags for messages is not so easy or possible. As a dog groomer would like to have an option to create the pets profile and link it to a owner profile as in my case an owner can have many dogs

Nail Technician and Beautician

My favourite thing is the booking page having a gallery and review area, they've really helped me stand out.

Salon owner

The fact it allows me to use klarna is a big thumbs up for my clients as it spends the costs for the client but I receive all the money.

Tattoo Artist

Goldie allows me to see exactly how much work I have and where I need to book more people at a monthly glance because they allow you to color-code your appointments.  

Hairdresser

Its intuitive interface made scheduling straightforward, and the automated reminders helped minimize missed appointments. While there were minor drawbacks, such as occasional lag, the overall efficiency and user-friendly design greatly enhanced my workflow.

The automated reminders and customizable features streamlined the scheduling process, making it efficient for both users and administrators, enhancing overall customer satisfaction.

Reduced DNA's by 66% by using the text reminder system though the AI receptionist.

The thing I like most about Goldie is the fact that even if you're not a big business or don't have the money at first to pay for the Pro or Pro Plus plan Goldie booking software still allows you to use their platform to to further your business by allowing you to create a website, and much more by just using the free plan.

Lash Arrist

Wish it was a bit more customizable, add more branding colors, specifically black for those who want a more sleek look and don’t utilize color in their branding.

Cosmetologist

Goldie makes booking and managing appointments easy, and I like that we have the option to change service colors.

Overall it’s a tool I use to remind myself the appointment everyday. So that I won’t forget a appointment and make the clients experience bad.

I overall enjoy the app has made it very easy for me to manage my business and give me more freedom with my family instead of being glued to my phone.

Being able to accept deposits and payments for appointments right on the app.

No functionality to merge clients records, this would really be helpful, as it is so easy to create duplicates by mistake.

Hair Stylist

I didn’t dislike much, but sometimes the app can feel a little limited when it comes to personalizing things to fit my brand and client experience.

TimeTap vs Goldie Comparison (2026)

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