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Book & Go vs Pike13

Sports club software vs lesson scheduling platform. See how court booking, tournaments, and racket sports compare to swim schools, martial arts, and lesson-based academies.

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BBook & Go
P13Pike13
Target MarketSports clubs: court booking, tournaments, rankings, racket sportsLesson-heavy businesses: swim schools, martial arts, tennis lessons, fitness studios
Pricing ModelFlat subscription — all features includedTiered plans — Essential, Advanced, Premium with different feature sets
Court Booking SystemPurpose-built court scheduling with surfaces, time slots, dynamic pricingClass and appointment scheduling — not designed for court booking operations
Point of Sale (POS)Built-in POS for pro shop, F&B, retailRetail sales available as add-on to Essential plan

Which is better, Book & Go or Pike13?

Choose Pike13 if you run a lesson-heavy business like a swim school, martial arts academy, or tennis lesson program offering recurring classes and private appointments. Choose Book & Go if you're a sports club (padel, tennis, pickleball) that needs court booking, tournaments, rankings, and a fully branded white-label app published under your own name.

Published November 11, 2026Updated November 11, 2026Competitor pricing checked as of November 2026
Clubs that run their own app with Book & Go
Padel BadePadel Bade
Jungle PadelJungle Padel
KrossKross
Padel ArenaPadel Arena
The LobThe Lob
Town PadelTown Padel
Prime PadelPrime Padel
PickleparkPicklepark
Island SportsIsland Sports
HOP IrelandHOP Ireland
Feature-by-Feature Comparison

25 features. 7 categories. One table.

A transparent look at 25 features across 7 categories.

24 / 25BOOK & GO · INCLUDED12 / 25Pike13 · included
Feature comparison between Book & Go and Pike13
FeatureBBook & GoPike13
Positioning & Business Model
Target MarketSports clubs: court booking, tournaments, rankings, racket sportsLesson-heavy businesses: swim schools, martial arts, tennis lessons, fitness studios
White-Label Branded AppFully branded app on App Store & Google Play under your club nameClient app branded Pike13 on Essential/Advanced; custom branded app available on Premium ($249/mo) or as add-on with setup fee
Customer Data OwnershipClub owns 100% of player dataData within Pike13 platform
Pricing & Transparency
Published PricingContact for quote — flat subscription, zero per-booking feesEssential $139/mo annually ($159/mo monthly), Advanced $195/mo annually ($225/mo monthly), Premium $249/mo annually ($286/mo monthly)
Pricing ModelFlat subscription — all features includedTiered plans — Essential, Advanced, Premium with different feature sets
Per-Booking CommissionZero commission on all plansNo per-booking fees (subscription-based)
Predictable CostOne subscription, no variable fees as you growCost scales with plan tier and number of locations (franchise networks charged per location)
Court & Sports Features
Court Booking SystemPurpose-built court scheduling with surfaces, time slots, dynamic pricingClass and appointment scheduling — not designed for court booking operations
Tournament ManagementBuilt-in tournaments, leagues, brackets, automated draws, rankingsNo tournament or competition features
Player RankingsClub ranking system with leaderboardsSkill tracking available on Premium plan only
Open MatchesPlayers can find opponents and book open matches in-appNo player-matching features
Multi-Sport SupportPadel, tennis, pickleball, squash, badminton, football, basketball, and moreFitness studios, swim schools, martial arts, tennis lessons, soccer leagues, basketball camps
Booking & Scheduling
Recurring BookingsCourt rentals with recurring weekly slotsRecurring classes, lessons, semester-length programs
Waitlist ManagementAutomated waitlist with SMS/push notificationsAutomated waitlist management included on all plans
Dynamic PricingPeak/off-peak pricing per court and time slotFlexible pricing for classes and private lessons
Self-Service BookingPlayers book courts, classes, events via app and webClient portal and mobile app for self-service booking and rescheduling
Memberships & POS
Membership ManagementRecurring memberships with court access rules and automatic billingMemberships, passes, punch cards, prepaid plans with automated billing
Point of Sale (POS)Built-in POS for pro shop, F&B, retailRetail sales available as add-on to Essential plan
Payment GatewayConnect your own Stripe/Revolut — direct payouts, lowest feesPayment processing with Celero, IntegraPay, PaySafe, Stripe, Nuvei
Marketing & Communication
Email & SMS MarketingBuilt-in email and SMS campaignsEmail marketing with MailChimp/Emma integration on Advanced+; SMS reminders on Advanced+
Automated RemindersSMS and push notifications for bookings and eventsAutomated email and SMS reminders included
Family AccountsFamily member linking and managementStrong family and dependent account tools (Pike13 specialty)
Support & Global Reach
Dedicated Account ManagerPersonal support contact on all plansOnboarding specialist for 4 weeks, then support team
Multi-LanguageFull multi-language supportLimited language support (primarily English-speaking markets)
Multi-LocationManage multiple venues from one dashboardMulti-location oversight with reporting on Advanced+ (per-location fees for separately-owned franchise locations)
P13Honest assessment

Where Pike13 is Stronger

1

Lesson-Heavy Business Focus

Pike13 was built for lesson-based businesses like swim schools, martial arts academies, and tennis lesson programs. If you run recurring classes and private appointments with strong family account management, Pike13's feature set is tailored to that workflow.

2

Family and Dependent Accounts

Pike13 offers excellent family account management with individualized accounts for each child linked to parent accounts. Parents manage appointments, payments, and schedules for all dependents through a unified portal. This is a Pike13 specialty and particularly strong for businesses serving youth programs.

3

Published Pricing

Pike13 publishes transparent pricing with clear tiers: Essential $139/mo annually, Advanced $195/mo annually, Premium $249/mo annually. All plans include unlimited staff seats and client profiles. Book & Go pricing is quote-based.

BWhere we are strong

Why Sports Clubs Choose Book & Go Over Pike13

The four biggest reasons sports clubs skip Pike13 and choose Book & Go.

Built for Lesson Scheduling, Not Court Booking

Pike13 was designed for lesson-heavy businesses like swim schools, martial arts, and tennis lesson programs. Sports clubs need court-specific scheduling, tournament management, player rankings, and open-match coordination — features Pike13 does not offer because it was built for class and lesson scheduling, not court-based sports.

No True White-Label App Included

Pike13 offers a Pike13-branded client app on Essential and Advanced plans. Custom branded apps are only available on the Premium plan ($249/mo annually) or as an add-on with a one-time setup fee. Book & Go includes a true white-label app published under your club's own name on the App Store and Google Play on all plans with no extra charge.

No Tournament or Competition Features

Pike13 has zero tournament management, brackets, or player ranking features (skill tracking exists but is not a ranking system). These are core features for sports clubs but irrelevant for lesson-based businesses. Book & Go includes full tournament and league management with automated draws, brackets, and rankings.

Lesson Business Model, Not Court-Based Sports

Pike13 is optimized for lesson scheduling with features like recurring classes, private appointments, family dependent management, and skill tracking. Sports clubs need court-specific features, tournament systems, player matching, and competitive sports management. Book & Go was purpose-built for court-based sports clubs.

What exactly does a club get with Book & Go?

Each claim we make, with the detail behind it.

Your own branded app
Native iOS and Android apps on the App Store and Google Play, published under your club's name and developer account. Players book in your app, not in a marketplace next to other clubs.
0% commission
You pay a one-time setup fee and a flat monthly subscription. No per-booking commission, no player fees and no feature gates.
Payments go to your account
Online payments run through your club's own payment-gateway account (for example your own Stripe account), so money settles to the club. 19 gateways are already integrated, including Stripe, Airwallex, Xendit, Midtrans, Razorpay, Revolut, Worldpay.
Live in about 4 weeks
Typical clubs launch about 4 weeks after kickoff. A full switch from another system with a dual-run period usually takes 4–8 weeks.

Included in every plan

  • Your own iOS and Android app, published on the App Store and Google Play under your club's name and developer account
  • Booking for courts, classes, lessons and events, with real-time availability
  • Online payments through your own payment-gateway account, so money settles to you
  • Memberships, class packs, wallet credit, vouchers and loyalty points
  • Open matches and tournaments
  • Coach app and coach scheduling
  • Back-office dashboard: calendar, customers, reports, point of sale
  • Multi-venue support from one back office
  • Dedicated account manager, onboarding and staff training

What happens after you get in touch

  1. 30-minute demo. A 30-minute call on Google Meet. We show the booking flow, the back office and a first look at your app in your colours.
  2. Written quote within 24 hours. You get a one-time setup fee and a flat monthly subscription in writing. No per-booking commission.
  3. Design and setup. We design the app in your brand, configure courts, prices, memberships and your payment gateway, and import your existing customers.
  4. App Store and Google Play launch. Your app is published under your club's name. Typical clubs are live about 4 weeks after kickoff; a full switch with a dual-run period usually takes 4–8 weeks.
Frequently asked questions

Common questions from sports clubs evaluating Pike13.

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Is Pike13 good for racket sports clubs?
Pike13 works well for tennis lesson programs and academies that offer recurring classes and private lessons. However, it lacks court-specific features like court booking, tournament management, player rankings, and open-match coordination. Sports clubs that focus on court operations typically find Pike13's lesson scheduling model does not fit court-based operations.
How much does Pike13 cost?
Pike13 pricing is published: Essential $139/mo annually ($159/mo monthly), Advanced $195/mo annually ($225/mo monthly), Premium $249/mo annually ($286/mo monthly). All plans include unlimited staff seats and client profiles. Book & Go offers quote-based pricing with flat subscription and no per-booking fees — contact us for a quote.
Does Pike13 have tournament management for sports clubs?
No. Pike13 does not offer tournament management, brackets, or player ranking features. Skill tracking is available on the Premium plan but it is not a tournament or ranking system. Book & Go includes full tournament and league management.
Can I get a white-label branded app with Pike13?
Pike13 offers a Pike13-branded client app on Essential and Advanced plans. Custom branded apps are available only on the Premium plan ($249/mo annually) or as an add-on to lower-tier plans with a one-time setup fee. Book & Go includes a fully branded white-label app published under your club's own name on the App Store and Google Play on all plans.
Is Pike13 or Book & Go better for a multi-sport facility?
Book & Go is better for multi-sport facilities with court-based sports. Pike13 is designed for lesson-based businesses. Book & Go supports 10+ sports (padel, tennis, pickleball, squash, badminton, football, basketball) with court booking, tournaments, leagues, and rankings.
How long does it take to switch from Pike13 to Book & Go?
Most clubs are fully operational about 4 weeks after kickoff. 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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