Migrate from Timely
to SchedulingKit
Timely is a New Zealand-founded salon and beauty business management platform launched in 2011 and acquired by EverCommerce in 2021. It serves independent salons, barbershops, nail bars, beauty therapists, and small spa chains primarily in Australia, New Zealand, the UK, and North America, with features covering staff calendars, retail and stock, commission tracking, gift vouchers, marketing automation, and Timely Pay processing. Most teams migrate to SchedulingKit to escape per-staff pricing, paid SMS add-ons, and salon-specific complexity they don't need. SchedulingKit replaces this with flat-rate pricing, SMS reminders included in paid plans, payment collection through Stripe, PayPal, and Square, and a faster modern booking flow that works for any service business, not just beauty and wellness.
Migrating from Timely to SchedulingKit takes about 45-90 minutes. This step-by-step guide covers data export, account setup, and going live.
What Transfers
Can Be Transferred
- Client contact list
- Services and pricing
- Staff details
- Working hours
Cannot Be Transferred
- Appointment history
- Product inventory
- Commission records
- Financial reports
Migration Steps
Follow these steps to complete your migration in 45-90 minutes
Export Client List
Export your client database from Timely as CSV.
Document Services
Note all services, durations, and prices.
Set Up SchedulingKit
Create account and add your service menu.
Add Staff
Add team members and configure their schedules.
Switch Links
Update booking links on your website and social media.
Feature Comparison
How Timely features map to SchedulingKit
| Feature | Timely | SchedulingKit |
|---|---|---|
| Booking | Web + App | Web-based |
| Reminders | SMS extra | SMS included |
| Payments | Timely Pay | Stripe/PayPal |
| Reports | Salon-focused | Business insights |
What to Expect
What You'll Gain
- Free plan available
- No per-staff fees
- SMS reminders included
- Works for any business type
- Simpler pricing
Things to Consider
- Salon-specific features
- Product sales tracking
- Commission calculations
Migration Questions
Further Reading
- G2: Scheduling Software Reviews — Compare scheduling platforms before switching.
- Capterra Scheduling Software — Independent reviews and comparisons.
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When this isn't for you
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