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Booking Manager – Sync WP Booking Calendar – Import Events, Export Bookings to ICS Calendar

By wpdevelop

Bookings & Scheduling / Booking & Reservations

Reviewed by Abdul Hameid

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

Booking Manager – Sync WP Booking Calendar – Import Events, Export Bookings to ICS Calendar Review - In-Depth Analysis

Easily show events from .ics feeds and sync bookings from various sources to your website. Integrates with Booking Calendar for seamless event management.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.78/10

User Rating

4/5 (based on 2+ reviews)

Active Installations

5,000+

Update Frequency

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

Security Score

5.5 / 10 (Medium Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

The Booking Manager plugin allows you to display a list of events from external .ics feeds on your website. It offers native integration with the Booking Calendar plugin, making it easy to sync bookings from various sources including Airbnb, Booking.com, HomeAway, TripAdvisor, VRBO, and FlipKey.

This plugin enables you to upload .ics files directly to your website and customize the event listing template. You can insert shortcodes for events into any post or page, and set parameters for event listings such as start and finish dates.

Additionally, you can import .ics feeds into the Booking Calendar and export bookings as .ics feeds for use on other platforms. The plugin is mobile-friendly and supports configuration for URLs where you want to publish your .ics feeds.

Comparing to Alternatives

Booking Manager offers synchronization features for WP Booking Calendar with import and export capabilities, positioning it among several booking plugins with varying features.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Integrates well with WP Booking Calendar for syncing events and bookings.
Supports importing events and exporting bookings to ICS calendar format.
Free to use with no paid version required.
Provides useful functionality for users managing multiple booking sources.
Has received positive feedback for support responsiveness.

Weaknesses

Has had multiple security vulnerabilities in the past, including SQL injection and XSS issues, though fixed in recent updates.
Automatically assigns a non-existent email address for bookers, causing email bounce issues if automatic mailing is enabled.
Limited user base with only a few ratings available.
No pro version or advanced premium features offered.

User Sentiment Analysis

With a small number of ratings, the plugin holds a solid 4-star average, reflecting generally positive user experiences but also some functional issues.

Positive highlights

"Useful tool and great support" - awmaeder
"Very handy when using Booking Calendar to insert bookings from other platforms" - Cees Rijken

Common complaints

Weaknesses

Past security vulnerabilities pose a risk if not updated.
Incorrect default booker email causes email bounce problems.
Limited number of user reviews restricts broader sentiment analysis.
No advanced features beyond the free offering.

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users who rely on WP Booking Calendar and need a straightforward solution to sync bookings and import/export events without additional cost.

Not ideal for

Those requiring robust security assurances, advanced booking features, or a plugin with a larger user community and ongoing premium support.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version includes core syncing capabilities between WP Booking Calendar and external calendars, allowing import and export of bookings without charge.

Final Verdict

Booking Manager is a practical tool for users needing to synchronize WP Booking Calendar events and bookings with external sources, offering free functionality and responsive support. However, its history of security vulnerabilities and some functional quirks, such as incorrect default email settings, require users to be cautious and ensure they keep the plugin updated.

While it competes with many alternatives, its lack of a pro version and limited user base may deter those seeking advanced features or stronger security guarantees. It is best suited for users with basic syncing needs who prioritize cost-free solutions and are comfortable managing potential risks.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free Booking Manager – Sync WP Booking Calendar – Import Events, Export Bookings to ICS Calendar plugin.

Booking Calendar

Events

ICalendar

Screenshots

FAQ

Open “oPlugins Panel” menu page in WordPress admin panel
Upload .ics file via this page or simply use URL to .ics feed from external website
Insert into page or post the shortcode for listing events from .ics feed. Please click on insert shortcode button in edit content toolbar at edit post page. Then in popup dialog select your parameters for showing events and click on Insert button. Save changes. Test it.

Contributors and developers

“Booking Manager – Sync WP Booking Calendar – Import Events, Export Bookings to ICS Calendar” is open source software. The following people have contributed to this plugin.