Book & Go vs Anolla
Native App Store listing vs PWA. Full club stack vs lightweight booking. Subscription vs usage-based.
Feature-by-Feature Comparison
A transparent look at 19 features across 5 categories.
| Feature | Book & Go | Anolla |
|---|---|---|
| App & Technology | ||
| Native Mobile App | Native iOS/Android app published on App Store & Google Play under your club name | Progressive Web App (PWA) — browser-based, no App Store/Play Store listing |
| App Installation | Players download from App Store/Google Play like any native app | Players "install" by adding website to home screen (browser bookmark) |
| Offline Capability | Native app works offline with cached data | PWA can cache data for limited offline use |
| Push Notifications | Native push notifications via iOS/Android OS | PWA push notifications (browser-dependent) |
| Pricing & Model | ||
| Pricing Model | Subscription-based — contact for quote | Usage-based / free starter / plus packages (verify on anolla.com) |
| Public Pricing | Contact for quote | Pricing structure published on anolla.com |
| Platform Commission | 0% platform commission on all plans | Commission structure not published (verify on anolla.com) |
| Core Features | ||
| Court Booking | Full court scheduling with dynamic pricing | Court booking and scheduling |
| Member Management | Full CRM with membership tiers and recurring billing | Member management available |
| Lessons & Coaching | Private, group, and clinic lessons with coach portal | Lesson booking available |
| Leagues & Tournaments | Full league and tournament management with brackets, rankings, and open matches | Tournament features (verify scope on anolla.com) |
| Point of Sale | Built-in POS for retail, inventory, and pro shop | POS availability not published (verify on anolla.com) |
| Payment Processing | Connect your own Stripe/Revolut — direct payouts | Integrated payment processing |
| Geographic & Sport Focus | ||
| Sport Coverage | Padel, tennis, pickleball, squash, badminton, multi-sport | Tennis, padel, badminton, squash |
| Geographic Focus | Worldwide — multi-language, multi-currency | Mobile-first, global deployment |
| Multi-Language | Full multi-language support | Multi-language support available |
| Data & Support | ||
| Customer Data Ownership | Club owns 100% of player data | Club data ownership |
| Multi-Location CRM | Unified CRM across all locations | Multi-location support available |
| Dedicated Account Manager | Personal support contact for every club | Support channels available |
Where Anolla Is Stronger
Honest assessment: three areas where Anolla has a competitive edge.
Fast PWA, No App Store Wait
Anolla is a Progressive Web App (PWA) — players access it instantly via browser with no App Store download. For clubs that want to launch immediately without submitting to Apple/Google for review, a PWA is faster to deploy.
Usage-Based Pricing for Small Clubs
Anolla offers usage-based or free starter packages (verify details on anolla.com). If you're a small club testing the market or operating seasonally, usage-based pricing can be more flexible than a flat subscription.
Mobile-First, Lightweight Platform
Anolla is designed as a fast, mobile-first PWA for court sports. If your priority is speed, simplicity, and mobile-optimized user experience over a full back-office stack, Anolla's lightweight approach is a strength.
Where Book & Go Is Stronger
Four reasons clubs choose Book & Go over Anolla.
Native App Store & Google Play Listing
Anolla is a PWA (no App Store/Play Store listing). Book & Go publishes a native iOS/Android app under your club name. Players search for your club in the App Store, see your logo, download it like any other app — stronger brand presence and discovery.
Full Club Management Stack
Anolla is booking-first and lightweight. Book & Go includes the full club stack: POS for retail/pro shop, in-app leagues with ranked results, open matches, tournaments with brackets, vouchers, wallet, multi-location CRM, and advanced analytics.
Better Offline & Push Notifications
Native apps have deeper OS integration than PWAs: richer push notifications, better offline data sync, and no browser dependency. PWA push notifications work only if the browser supports them and the user grants permission. Native apps are more reliable.
Predictable Subscription, Not Usage-Based
Anolla offers usage-based pricing (good for small/seasonal clubs). Book & Go is subscription-based — predictable monthly cost, no surprises as your booking volume grows. Better for clubs with consistent or high volume.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions from clubs considering the switch.
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No PWA browser dependency. No usage-based surprises. No lightweight booking-only platform. Just a native iOS/Android app with the full club management stack — included from day one.