Timely alternative: a free booking system with deposits
Looking for an alternative to Timely? How Klarte compares on a free plan, price per staff member, deposits and reminders, and when Timely is the better fit.
A good alternative to Timely for small service businesses is a booking system with a free plan, a fixed monthly price regardless of how many people are on the plan, and deposits paid by card at booking. Klarte has a Free plan at 0 NOK a month, while Timely does not have a permanent free plan.
Timely is a well-built system used by many salons and clinics. The information about Timely comes from Pabau's 2026 pricing review, with US prices. Always check Timely's own pricing page for prices in your country.
What is the difference between Timely and Klarte?
| Timely | Klarte | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | 14-day trial, no permanent free plan | Free at 0 NOK a month |
| Price | From about $26 a month for one staff member, more per extra staff member, according to Pabau | Fixed per plan, with up to three users on Growth and five on Pro |
| SMS | Included up to a quota per staff member | Email reminders on all plans, SMS from Starter, SMS included on Growth and Pro |
| Deposits | Yes | Per service, as a fixed amount or a percentage |
When is Timely a better fit?
Timely suits larger salons and clinics with many staff, and businesses that want to connect the booking system to other tools such as accounting software.
When is Klarte a better fit?
Klarte fits if you want to start for free, work alone or with a few others, and want a simple booking link with deposits and reminders and no lock-in.
How do you get started?
- Create a free account.
- Add your services, durations, prices and any deposits.
- Share the booking link where your clients already are: Instagram, Google and your website.
Read also the real cost of a free booking system, or try Klarte for free.
Questions and answers
Does Timely have a free plan?
According to Pabau's 2026 review, Timely has a 14-day trial but no permanent free plan. Klarte Free costs 0 NOK a month.
How does Klarte's price compare with Timely?
Klarte has a fixed price per plan: 0, 399, 799 or 1,499 NOK a month, plus a fee per card payment. Timely charges per staff member.
Can I move from Timely to Klarte?
Yes. Add your services in Klarte and replace the booking link on your website, Instagram and Google.