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Book & Go vs Upper Hand

Sports club software vs coaching program software. See how court operations, tournaments, and branded apps compare.

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BBook & Go
UHUpper Hand
Customer Data OwnershipClub owns 100% of player dataData within Upper Hand platform
Branded App CostIncluded on all plans at no extra chargeBranded app only on Scale plan (contact for pricing)
Player RankingsClub ranking system with leaderboardsNo ranking system (not published)
Multi-CurrencySupport for any currency worldwideUSD-focused payment processing
Clubs that run their own app with Book & Go
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HOP IrelandHOP Ireland
Feature-by-Feature Comparison

26 features. 7 categories. One table.

A transparent look at 26 features across 7 categories.

25 / 26BOOK & GO · INCLUDED19 / 26Upper Hand · included
FeatureBBook & GoUpper Hand
Positioning & Business Model
Target MarketSports clubs: court booking, tournaments, rankings, multi-sport facilitiesCoaching businesses, programs, lessons, independent coaches, single facilities
White-Label Branded AppFully branded app on App Store & Google Play — included on all plansBranded mobile app available on Scale plan (contact pricing — multi-location/franchises)
Shared Mobile AppNo shared app — each club gets its own branded appShared Upper Hand mobile app for coaches/staff/athletes (Start/Grow plans)
Customer Data OwnershipClub owns 100% of player dataData within Upper Hand platform
Pricing & Transparency
Published PricingContact for quote — flat subscription, zero per-booking feesStart $79/mo • Grow $199/mo • Scale contact-pricing
Tier StructureOne subscription, all features includedStart (coaches) • Grow (facilities) • Scale (multi-location/franchises)
Branded App CostIncluded on all plans at no extra chargeBranded app only on Scale plan (contact for pricing)
Add-On CostsNo add-ons — all features includedWebKit website builder $50/mo (Start plan) • Advanced Insights $50/mo (Grow)
Global ReachWorldwide deployment — any currency, any marketPrimarily US-focused
Court & Sports Features
Court Booking SystemPurpose-built court scheduling with surfaces, time slots, dynamic pricingFacility scheduling for sports programs
Tournament ManagementBuilt-in tournaments, leagues, brackets, automated draws, rankingsEvent management with registration
Player RankingsClub ranking system with leaderboardsNo ranking system (not published)
Open MatchesPlayers can find opponents and book open matches in-appNo player-matching features (coaching focus)
Multi-Sport SupportPadel, tennis, pickleball, squash, badminton, football, basketball, and moreSports programs and coaching businesses
Lessons & Coaching
Private LessonsCoach scheduling, lesson booking, and paymentsProgram scheduling and registration (Start/Grow)
Group LessonsGroup classes and clinics with registrationProgram scheduling available
Coach PortalDedicated coach interface for schedule and earningsMobile app for coaches/staff (Start/Grow)
Memberships & POS
Membership ManagementRecurring memberships with court access rules and automatic billingMembership packages with recurring billing
Point of Sale (POS)Built-in POS for pro shop, F&B, retailRetail & inventory (Grow plan)
Payment GatewayConnect your own Stripe/Revolut — direct payouts, lowest feesIntegrated payment processing
Payroll ManagementStaff payroll tracking (manual)Staff/payroll management (Grow plan)
AI & Analytics
AI-Powered InsightsSmart pricing, demand prediction, booking analyticsUpper Hand AI (Scale plan — contact for pricing)
Advanced AnalyticsRevenue reports, occupancy heatmaps, player insights includedAdvanced Insights $50/mo add-on (Grow plan)
Support & Multi-Location
Dedicated Account ManagerPersonal support contact on all plansSupport varies by tier
Multi-Location CRMUnified CRM across all locations includedMulti-location on Scale plan (contact pricing)
Multi-CurrencySupport for any currency worldwideUSD-focused payment processing
UHHonest assessment

Where Upper Hand is Stronger

1

Coaching Business Focus

Upper Hand was built for independent coaches and single-facility programs. If you run a coaching business with lessons, camps, and training sessions, Upper Hand's feature set is tailored to that workflow.

2

Transparent Entry Pricing

Upper Hand publishes clear pricing for Start ($79/mo) and Grow ($199/mo) plans. If you're a coach or single facility, you know exactly what it costs to get started.

3

US Coaching Market Presence

Upper Hand is established in the US coaching and sports facility market. If your business operates exclusively in the United States, Upper Hand has strong local presence.

BWhere we are strong

Why Sports Clubs Choose Book & Go Over Upper Hand

The four biggest reasons sports clubs skip Upper Hand and choose Book & Go.

Branded App Locked Behind Scale Tier

Upper Hand offers a branded mobile app only on its Scale plan (contact pricing — for multi-location/franchises). Start and Grow plans use a shared Upper Hand mobile app. Book & Go includes a fully branded white-label app on all plans at no extra charge.

Coaching Focus, Not Court Operations

Upper Hand was built for coaching businesses and lesson programs, not full-scale court operations. It lacks features like player rankings, open-match coordination, and court-specific tournament management. Book & Go is purpose-built for court-based clubs with tournaments, leagues, and rankings.

Add-Ons and Tier Complexity

Upper Hand charges $50/mo extra for WebKit (Start plan) and $50/mo for Advanced Insights (Grow plan). Branded app, multi-location CRM, and Upper Hand AI are on Scale (contact pricing). Book & Go includes everything in one flat subscription with no add-ons.

US-Focused, Not Global

Upper Hand is primarily US-focused with USD payment processing. Book & Go serves sports clubs worldwide with multi-currency support, multi-language interfaces, and localized payment gateways for any market.

Frequently asked questions

Common questions from sports clubs evaluating Upper Hand.

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Is Upper Hand good for racket sports clubs?
Upper Hand was built for coaching businesses and lesson programs, not full-scale court operations. It lacks player rankings, open-match coordination, and court-specific tournament management. Sports clubs typically find Book & Go better suited for court booking, tournaments, leagues, and rankings.
How much does Upper Hand cost?
Upper Hand publishes pricing for Start ($79/mo — coaches) and Grow ($199/mo — single facilities). Scale plan is contact-pricing for multi-location/franchises. Add-ons include WebKit ($50/mo) and Advanced Insights ($50/mo). Book & Go offers flat subscription pricing with no per-booking fees — contact us for a quote.
Does Upper Hand have a white-label branded app?
Yes, but only on the Scale plan (contact pricing — for multi-location/franchises). Start and Grow plans use a shared Upper Hand mobile app. Book & Go includes a fully branded white-label app on all plans.
Is Upper Hand or Book & Go better for a multi-sport facility?
Book & Go is better for multi-sport facilities. Upper Hand is designed for coaching businesses and lesson programs. Book & Go supports 10+ sports with court booking, tournaments, leagues, rankings, and multi-location CRM — all included.
Does Upper Hand support clubs outside the US?
Upper Hand is primarily US-focused with USD payment processing. Book & Go serves sports clubs worldwide with multi-currency support, multi-language interfaces, and localized payment gateways for any market.
How long does it take to switch from Upper Hand to Book & Go?
Most clubs are fully operational within 2–4 weeks. We handle app setup, branding, member data migration, and payment gateway configuration. Your existing members can be imported and invited to download your new branded app.
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