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Booking Package

By MASAAKI TANAKA

Bookings & Scheduling / Booking & Reservations

Reviewed by Abdul Hameid

Trusted WordPress expert with 20+ years of experience evaluating plugins for the WP ecosystem.

Booking Package Review - In-Depth Analysis

Booking Package is an easy-to-use solution for integrating an online appointment booking calendar and event calendar into your WordPress site. It supports various booking types and offers seamless integration with payment systems.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.95/10

User Rating

4/5 (based on 15+ reviews)

Active Installations

10,000+

Update Frequency

Outstanding It is calculated using the weighted average of same category plugins.

Security Score

6.2 / 10 (Medium Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

Booking Package is the simplest way to facilitate room rentals, service bookings, event bookings, or any type of online booking on WordPress.

The appointment booking system within the Booking Package management tool allows for direct handling within WordPress pages. By transitioning from manual paper registrations to digital appointment management on the server, you can effortlessly monitor booking availability.

Booking Package makes it incredibly easy to set up, from system installation to creating a booking schedule. With its simple and intuitive interface, even beginners have no worries. It offers a rich set of features that cater to various booking types in different industries, such as school bookings, classroom bookings, massage bookings, event bookings, seminar bookings, facility bookings, conference room bookings, studio bookings, hospital appointments, dental appointments, briefing bookings, and more.

The interface of the booking calendar is highly responsive, allowing clients to view it on commonly used browsers and devices. The Booking Package plugin ensures a seamless integration with your website, without the need for iframes or new windows during the booking process. Your customers can always stay on your website while making their bookings.

By integrating PayPal and Stripe payment systems, customers can easily make payments during the booking process. The plugin allows for easy management of booking time, defined in hours or minutes, with the flexibility to set it at one-minute intervals for creating a versatile schedule.

Features of the free version include the ability to create unlimited booking calendars, manage booking information, and send email notifications upon booking completion or modification. The premium version adds capabilities like online payments through Stripe and PayPal, modifying booking details, and more.

Comparing to Alternatives

Booking Package is a solid booking plugin with several alternatives available that offer different features and user experiences.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Intuitive setup and clean interface as noted by users.
Generously powerful features even in the free version.
High flexibility and freedom in booking options.
Embedded booking system within the site without redirecting users.
Positive user feedback highlighting ease of integration.

Weaknesses

Setup can be complex and time-consuming without sufficient documentation.
Limited currency support affecting international usability.
Security vulnerabilities have been identified and fixed in past versions.
No pro version available to access advanced premium features.

User Sentiment Analysis

With a majority of 5-star ratings (73.3%) and some low ratings (26.7%), user sentiment is generally positive but tempered by notable complaints.

Positive highlights

'Very clean plugin – Try it' (joelkarate) praised its intuitive setup and powerful free features.
'Excelente Plugin' (joaqmat) called it the best for creating an optimal appointment system.
'最も良い予約システム' (gennyjpn) highlighted its unmatched flexibility and embedding capabilities.
'Отличный плагин, ничего лишнего' (webowski) appreciated its straightforwardness and effectiveness.

Common complaints

Setup is difficult and lacks sufficient documentation, leading to frustration.
Limited currency options restrict usability for some international users.

Weaknesses

Complex scheduling setup can deter less technical users.
Currency support is insufficient for global markets.
Past security issues may concern cautious users.
No official premium version limits access to advanced features.

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users seeking a flexible and powerful booking plugin embedded directly into their WordPress site, who are comfortable with some setup complexity and do not require extensive currency options.

Not ideal for

Those needing extensive currency support, easy setup with comprehensive documentation, or requiring a plugin with a strong security track record and premium features.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers a robust set of features sufficient for many booking needs, including intuitive scheduling and embedding capabilities.

Final Verdict

Booking Package is a well-regarded booking plugin praised for its clean interface, powerful free features, and flexibility. It is suitable for users who can manage a somewhat complex setup and do not require extensive currency options or premium features.

However, the plugin has had notable security vulnerabilities in the past, which have been addressed in updates, and lacks a pro version for advanced functionality. Users should weigh these factors against their needs and consider alternatives if security and ease of setup are top priorities.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free Booking Package plugin.

Appointment

Booking

Booking Calendar

Reservation

Screenshots

FAQ

Please note, Booking Package plugin saving all booking details at your WordPress database at your server. Its does not transfer your booking details to our servers and does not store such info about booking details at our server(s).