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Bookday alternatives for studios in India: UPI, GST and WhatsApp

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Bookday is booking software for Pilates, yoga, dance and fitness studios, from Bookday, Inc. It keeps to the essentials: its own pages say it leaves out AI features and advanced marketing automation, and its four plans are published without prices.

We make StudioFly, studio software built for class-led studios in India, where UPI, GST invoices and WhatsApp reminders tend to decide the shortlist. Every Bookday fact below is sourced and dated 25 September 2026.

Bookday is a trademark of its owner. StudioFly is not affiliated with or endorsed by Bookday. Other product names on this page belong to their owners.

Choose StudioFly if

  • You want UPI, GST invoices and WhatsApp reminders in the same system as your classes
  • You want every plan's price and features published before you talk to sales
  • You want leads, CRM, products and inventory in one workspace
  • You want AI insights and a business assistant as your studio grows
PRICING

What each one publishes.

Bookday

  • Quote only, viewed from India on 25 Sep 2026: four plans (Solo, Studio, Premium, Enterprise) are shown with feature lists but no prices; each links to 'Book a demo' or 'Contact us'. https://bookday.io/pricing redirects to the home page.1
  • Bookday describes a fixed monthly subscription with no per-booking fees or commission on payments. A comparison page says the monthly subscription is 'based on studio size'.5,6
  • Bookday's Kenko comparison page instead describes 'a fixed fee per session regardless of attendance', which conflicts with its other pages.7
  • Terms: plan, price, billing period and any commitment are as shown at subscription or agreed in writing; subscriptions renew until cancelled. A Bookday comparison page (2024) describes month-to-month contracts.15,6
  • Features are gated by plan rather than sold as priced add-ons: the branded mobile app and marketing campaigns are in Premium; payroll and multi-coach management in Studio. Not listed on https://bookday.io/, https://bookday.io/en/setup-guide as of 25 Sep 2026: priced add-ons.1

StudioFly (India)

  • Growth: ₹1,499 a month + GST, or ₹14,999 a year + GST
  • Pro: ₹2,499 a month + GST, or ₹24,999 a year + GST
  • Enterprise: ₹39,999 a year + GST; monthly billing on request
  • Prices exclude GST. Every plan includes one location and unlimited members, with a 7-day free trial in India. See pricing
HOW TO COMPARE

Five questions worth asking.

  1. Is the price published, or quoted after a demo?

    Get the plan price, the billing period and what happens at renewal in writing before you move members over.

  2. Can you sell auto-renewing memberships with your gateway?

    In India, ask whether recurring memberships work with Razorpay, or only one-off packs.

  3. Do invoices show GST, or only VAT?

    Ask for a sample invoice with your GSTIN and the CGST and SGST, or IGST, split.

  4. How will you reach members?

    Check which channels are built in: WhatsApp, SMS, email or app push notifications.

  5. Can you take your data with you?

    Ask how to export clients, bookings and payments yourself, not only through a privacy request.

THE ALTERNATIVES

Options worth comparing.

StudioFly

  • Every plan’s price and what it includes is published: Growth, Pro and Enterprise in rupees, with a 7-day free trial in India, no card needed and no setup fee.
  • One workspace for members, leads and CRM, classes, GST billing, WhatsApp reminders and campaigns, email campaigns, and products and inventory. CRM and product management are on every plan; WhatsApp Business API on your own number and Email Marketing Premium are included on Enterprise.
  • UPI, cards and netbanking through Razorpay (Pro and Enterprise; add-on on Growth); GST invoices with GSTR-1 export on every plan.
  • Owners see every location from one login, with a Location Performance view by branch; extra locations are paid add-ons. The Full Website API (Enterprise, or an add-on on Pro) takes bookings and sales on your own website.
  • AI Business Pack: AI insights, a business assistant and a WhatsApp AI agent (Enterprise, or an add-on on Growth and Pro).
  • Email, ticket and phone support on every plan. Tickets get an AI reply around the clock, and a person replies within 2 business hours. Enterprise adds a dedicated customer success manager for onboarding, training and handholding.
  • There’s no consumer marketplace and no choice of a particular machine, and the mobile apps are coming soon.

Consider StudioFly for UPI, GST invoices, WhatsApp reminders and CRM in one workspace built for class-led studios; choose Bookday for a lean booking tool with a branded app and directory listing.

StudioFly in India

Kenko

  • Pricing page, viewed from India on 25 Sep 2026, shows US dollars: Growth (done-for-you marketing) $499 per month, Growth + Booking $699 per month, Booking $399 per month; Booking can be added to Growth for $200/mo.19
  • Razorpay is Kenko's payment gateway in India, and the only one available there.20
  • Members join waitlists themselves from the app or website; the studio chooses 'Automatically Book' (first on the list is booked) or 'Inform Everyone'. A credit is deducted on joining.21

Consider Kenko for spot selection, self-join waitlists and marketing services, if billing in US dollars works for you.

YoActiv

  • Quote only, viewed from India on 25 Sep 2026: four CRM plans (Starter, Lite, Growth, Ultimate) each show 'Get A Demo' and no price; CRM Enterprise (multi-location and franchise) is 'Talk To Sales'. This re-verifies source 26 on StudioFly's live compare page.22
  • YoActiv One collects payments by UPI, debit or credit card, or internet banking.23
  • Support: Monday to Saturday 9:30am-6:30pm IST, with a first-response SLA of a call-back within 48 hours.24

Consider YoActiv for an Indian vendor with UPI collection and support in Indian hours; pricing comes after a demo.

Arketa

  • Viewed from India, Individual is shown as $49/mo, billed annually (save 17%), plus 3% transaction fee and Stripe fees. Studio Core, Studio Growth and Studio Suite each show Custom, with a demo required for pricing.25
  • With spot booking enabled, clients choose a spot from a room map at checkout; staff can assign or change spots.26
  • Family sharing supports shared packages and memberships, parent booking and waivers for children.27

Consider Arketa for room maps and family sharing, if Stripe works for your business.

SIDE BY SIDE

StudioFly and Bookday, feature by feature.

StudioFly cells show the plan that includes each feature. Bookday facts are sourced below and were checked on 25 September 2026.

FeatureStudioFlyBookday
Plan prices and features publishedYes: every plan’s price and what it includes, in rupees in India and US dollars elsewhere; no setup feeEvery planQuote only, viewed from India on 25 Sep 2026: four plans (Solo, Studio, Premium, Enterprise) are shown with feature lists but no prices; each links to 'Book a demo' or 'Contact us'. https://bookday.io/pricing redirects to the home page. Each plan's features are published, but no plan prices: 'Get in touch to find the right plan for you'. Bookday states there are no hidden fees, per-booking charges or commissions on payments.1,2
Prices published in rupeesYes. Growth, Pro and Enterprise in INR, excluding GSTEvery planBookday's own subscription prices are not published in any currency; studios set the price and currency of each pack they sell. Example: a Bengaluru Pilates studio's Bookday booking page (bookday.io/s34) lists its packs in rupees.3,4
Self-serve free trial7-day free trial in India, no card neededEvery planThe home page offers 'Start for free'. Not listed on https://bookday.io/, https://bookday.io/en/setup-guide as of 25 Sep 2026: the length of a free trial or the limits of a free plan.1
Setup feeNo setup feeEvery planThe setup guide puts self-setup at 30-60 minutes. Not listed on https://bookday.io/, https://bookday.io/en/setup-guide, https://bookday.io/terms?lang=en as of 25 Sep 2026: a setup or onboarding fee.3,1
What you pay forA plan with one location included; extra locations are add-ons; unlimited membersEvery planBookday describes a fixed monthly subscription with no per-booking fees or commission on payments. A comparison page says the monthly subscription is 'based on studio size'. Bookday's Kenko comparison page instead describes 'a fixed fee per session regardless of attendance', which conflicts with its other pages.5,6,7
UPI paymentsYes, through RazorpayPro and Enterprise; add-on on GrowthNot listed on https://bookday.io/en/setup-guide, https://bookday.io/features/online-payments, https://bookday.io/, https://bookday.io/privacy?lang=en as of 25 Sep 2026: UPI by name (Bookday names Razorpay but not the payment methods its checkout shows). Razorpay is one of five payment providers, 'available for studios in India and other supported regions'; the studio enters its own Razorpay Key ID and Key Secret.3
Integrated payments in IndiaYes: UPI, cards and netbanking through RazorpayPro and Enterprise; add-on on GrowthRazorpay is one of five payment providers, 'available for studios in India and other supported regions'; the studio enters its own Razorpay Key ID and Key Secret. Recurring subscriptions work only with Stripe, so they are not available to a studio using Razorpay.3
GST invoicesYes: CGST/SGST/IGST, HSN/SAC and GSTR-1 exportEvery planNot listed on https://bookday.io/en/setup-guide, https://bookday.io/, https://bookday.io/features/online-payments, https://bookday.io/terms?lang=en as of 25 Sep 2026: GST invoices, GSTIN, CGST/SGST/IGST or HSN/SAC codes; tax handling with Razorpay is not described. Tax settings are VAT only and only with Stripe: a VAT rate, with automatic tax calculation configured in Stripe.3
WhatsApp messagingAutomated reminders and receipts; WhatsApp on your own number on EnterpriseEvery planNot listed on https://bookday.io/, https://bookday.io/en/setup-guide, https://bookday.io/features/mobile-app, https://bookday.io/for/pilates-studios, https://bookday.io/for/dance-studios as of 25 Sep 2026: WhatsApp messaging.1
Leads and CRMLead capture, follow-ups and a CRM in the same workspace as members, classes and billingEvery planNot listed on https://bookday.io/, https://bookday.io/en/setup-guide, https://bookday.io/features/online-payments, https://bookday.io/features/class-scheduling as of 25 Sep 2026: lead management or a sales pipeline.1
Email and text marketingWhatsApp automation on every plan; Email Marketing Premium on EnterpriseEvery plan / EnterpriseMarketing campaigns: targeted emails and promotions (Premium plan). Bookday says it does not include advanced marketing automation.1,8
Products and inventoryProduct sales with stock by location, purchase invoices and low-stock alertsEvery plan'Products' in Bookday are tickets and credit packs, not retail goods. Not listed on https://bookday.io/en/setup-guide, https://bookday.io/, https://bookday.io/features/online-payments as of 25 Sep 2026: retail product sales, inventory or stock tracking.3
Every location in one viewOne login for every location: an All Locations view, and a Location Performance table comparing revenue, growth, members, attendance, retention and dues by branch; staff stay limited to their branchEvery plan; extra locations are an add-onSchedules across studios are managed from a single calendar view without switching accounts. Fitness page: multiple studios from a single dashboard, with attendance and revenue tracked per location.9,10
SupportEmail, ticket and phone support on every plan. Tickets get an AI reply around the clock, and a person replies within 2 business hours. Enterprise adds a dedicated customer success manager for onboarding, training and handholding.Every plan / EnterpriseSupport is by email (contact@bookday.io). Not listed on https://bookday.io/, https://bookday.io/en/setup-guide, https://bookday.io/legal as of 25 Sep 2026: support hours, response times, an account manager or per-plan support levels.3,1
Class scheduling and capacityRecurring classes with a participant limit on eachEvery planSessions can be duplicated a week at a time or repeated weekly for 52 weeks. Drag-and-drop calendar; class capacities update in real time as clients book or cancel.3,9
Choosing a particular spot or machineNot offered: a spot is a place in the class, not a particular machineBookday assigns the equipment (Reformer, Cadillac, Megaformer) to each session; members choosing a numbered spot or machine is not described.8
WaitlistsYes: turn on a waitlist for any class; members join it themselves when the class is full, and the first person is moved in automatically when a place frees upEvery planMembers join the waitlist themselves in the app; when a spot opens, the first person is notified by email and push and confirms with one click, and an unanswered offer passes to the next person after a set window. Waitlist size can be capped.11
Private and duo sessionsPrivate-session packages, including duo packages where two clients train together; members book trainers’ open slotsEvery planSession types for one-on-one, semi-private and group sessions each have their own booking rules and capacity. Semi-private small-group sessions with a set capacity are described for personal trainers; 'duo' or 'duet' is not named.12
Online classes and PT on ZoomYes: Zoom meetings are created automatically for online classes and PT sessionsPro and Enterprise; add-on on GrowthNot listed on https://bookday.io/, https://bookday.io/en/setup-guide, https://bookday.io/features/class-scheduling, https://bookday.io/features/mobile-app as of 25 Sep 2026: online classes (Zoom, livestream or on-demand video).1
Trainer payCommissions are created automatically for every PT session, and class commissions are worked out from each teacher’s classes under your commission policyEvery planCoach payroll: automated payroll reports based on classes taught, attendance and custom rates (Studio plan).1
Selling on your own websiteClass booking, membership and pack purchase, and product sales with stock levels per branch, on your own website through the Full Website APIEnterprise; add-on on ProEach studio gets a branded booking page that can run on its own domain or subdomain and be embedded with widgets or linked. Not listed on https://bookday.io/, https://bookday.io/features/booking-page as of 25 Sep 2026: a public API for studios.13,1
Late cancellations and no-showsAutomatic class-credit deduction within a cancellation window; no money feeEvery planBooking rules set a cancellation deadline for a refund ('Max Cancel Time'). Not listed on https://bookday.io/en/setup-guide, https://bookday.io/, https://bookday.io/features/waitlist-management, https://bookday.io/features/online-payments as of 25 Sep 2026: late-cancel or no-show fees, or credit loss on late cancellation.3
Consumer marketplaceNot offeredBookday's legal pages were last updated in July 2026; the home page now promotes Canoli, a studio directory. Bookday says it integrates with ClassPass (where supported).14,10
Branded mobile app in the app storesNot yet: StudioFly’s mobile apps are coming soon; members use the member portal in any browserEvery planA branded member app on the App Store and Google Play under the studio's name (Premium plan).1
Family accountsYes: one parent login books classes, renews memberships and pays for their children or anyone in the familyGrowth, Pro and EnterpriseNot listed on https://bookday.io/, https://bookday.io/en/setup-guide, https://bookday.io/features/mobile-app, https://bookday.io/terms?lang=en as of 25 Sep 2026: family, parent or child accounts, or booking for a dependant.1
AI assistantAI Business Pack: AI insights, a business assistant and a WhatsApp AI agent on your own numberEnterprise; add-on on Growth and ProBookday states that it does not include AI-driven features or chatbot support.8
More than one locationBranch switcher, staff limited to their branch; extra locations are a paid add-onEvery planEach location can contain multiple rooms.3
SWITCHING

Moving from Bookday to StudioFly.

A realistic plan, step by step. Nothing here needs to happen in a hurry.

  1. Export what you have

    Bookday's pages describe no studio export tool: data portability is offered on request under its privacy policy, so ask Bookday in writing for your client, booking and payment records before you cancel. Class schedules can be imported into Bookday, but a member-data migration service is not described. Cancelling stops future renewals; a period that has already started is not refunded. (Sources 28, 3, 9, 15, checked 25 Sep 2026.)

  2. Set up StudioFly

    Create your class types, recurring classes, membership plans, packs and staff roles, so the structure is ready before members arrive.

  3. Import your members

    Bring member records across with a spreadsheet (CSV or Excel) import, and check the imported records before you use them.

  4. Plan payments

    Saved cards and recurring set-ups usually can’t be moved between payment providers, so plan how members will pay their next fee through StudioFly.

  5. Choose a switch date

    Pick a quiet week, tell members the date and what changes for them, and move bookings over on that day. How long it takes depends on your member count, your plans and how much history you move.

YOUR QUESTIONS, ANSWERED

Your questions, answered.

Want to talk through your own setup?

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How much does Bookday cost?

Quote only, viewed from India on 25 Sep 2026: four plans (Solo, Studio, Premium, Enterprise) are shown with feature lists but no prices; each links to 'Book a demo' or 'Contact us'. https://bookday.io/pricing redirects to the home page. Each plan's features are published, but no plan prices: 'Get in touch to find the right plan for you'. (Sources 1, checked 25 Sep 2026.)

Does Bookday work with Razorpay in India?

Razorpay is one of five payment providers, 'available for studios in India and other supported regions'; the studio enters its own Razorpay Key ID and Key Secret. Recurring subscriptions work only with Stripe, so they are not available to a studio using Razorpay. (Sources 3, checked 25 Sep 2026.)

Does Bookday send WhatsApp or SMS reminders?

Not listed on https://bookday.io/, https://bookday.io/en/setup-guide, https://bookday.io/features/mobile-app, https://bookday.io/for/pilates-studios, https://bookday.io/for/dance-studios as of 25 Sep 2026: WhatsApp messaging. Automated email reminders, confirmations and follow-ups; the member app sends push notifications. Not listed on https://bookday.io/, https://bookday.io/en/setup-guide, https://bookday.io/features/mobile-app as of 25 Sep 2026: SMS or text-message notifications. (Sources 1, checked 25 Sep 2026.)

Does Bookday produce GST invoices?

Not listed on https://bookday.io/en/setup-guide, https://bookday.io/, https://bookday.io/features/online-payments, https://bookday.io/terms?lang=en as of 25 Sep 2026: GST invoices, GSTIN, CGST/SGST/IGST or HSN/SAC codes; tax handling with Razorpay is not described. Tax settings are VAT only and only with Stripe: a VAT rate, with automatic tax calculation configured in Stripe. (Sources 3, checked 25 Sep 2026.)

Does Bookday use AI?

Bookday states that it does not include AI-driven features or chatbot support. Bookday says it provides essential booking, scheduling and payment tools, without AI-driven marketing or chatbot support. (Sources 8, 12, checked 25 Sep 2026.)

Sources

Every source below was checked on 25 September 2026.

  1. Bookday: home: bookday.io/
  2. Bookday: yoga studios: bookday.io/for/yoga-studios
  3. Bookday: setup guide: bookday.io/en/setup-guide
  4. Bookday: s34: bookday.io/s34
  5. Bookday: dance studios: bookday.io/for/dance-studios
  6. Bookday: bookday vs mindbody yoga studio pricing features 2024: bookday.io/compare/bookday-vs-mindbody-yoga-studio-pricing-features-2024
  7. Bookday: bookday vs kenko: bookday.io/compare/bookday-vs-kenko
  8. Bookday: pilates studios: bookday.io/for/pilates-studios
  9. Bookday: class scheduling: bookday.io/features/class-scheduling
  10. Bookday: fitness studios: bookday.io/for/fitness-studios
  11. Bookday: waitlist management: bookday.io/features/waitlist-management
  12. Bookday: personal trainers: bookday.io/for/personal-trainers
  13. Bookday: booking page: bookday.io/features/booking-page
  14. Bookday: legal: bookday.io/legal
  15. Bookday: terms: bookday.io/terms?lang=en
  16. Bookday: mobile app: bookday.io/features/mobile-app
  17. Bookday: india: canoli.io/find/india
  18. Bookday: online payments: bookday.io/features/online-payments
  19. Kenko: pricing 2: www.gokenko.com/pricing-2
  20. Kenko: kenko for india how to get onboard: help.gokenko.com/en/articles/12169689-kenko-for-india-how-to-get-onboard
  21. Kenko: waitlist a complete guide: help.gokenko.com/en/articles/5271980-waitlist-a-complete-guide
  22. YoActiv: pricing: www.yoactiv.com/pricing
  23. YoActiv: one: www.yoactiv.com/one
  24. YoActiv: support: www.yoactiv.com/support
  25. Arketa: pricing: www.arketa.com/pricing
  26. Arketa: book a spot: help.arketa.com/schedule/spot-booking/book-a-spot
  27. Arketa: family sharing: help.arketa.com/clients/profiles/family-sharing
  28. Bookday: privacy: bookday.io/privacy?lang=en
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