Migrate from Genbook
to SchedulingKit
Genbook was a long-running appointment scheduling product launched in 2006 and acquired by Booksy in 2021, with most existing customers migrated onto Booksy or actively looking for a replacement. The original Genbook was popular with personal-care professionals, instructors, and small clinics that liked its built-in review system and simple admin experience. Teams now leaving Genbook typically want to avoid the heavier Booksy marketplace model and find a cleaner, actively developed scheduler instead. SchedulingKit delivers that with unlimited event types on every plan, two-way Google, Outlook, and iCloud sync, automated email and SMS reminders, intake forms, branded booking pages, payment collection via Stripe, PayPal, and Square, and a roadmap of regular feature updates.
Migrating from Genbook to SchedulingKit takes about 30-60 minutes. This step-by-step guide covers data export, account setup, and going live.
What Transfers
Can Be Transferred
- Client contact information
- Service list
- Business hours
- Staff names
Cannot Be Transferred
- Booking history
- Reviews
- Payment records
- Custom forms
Migration Steps
Follow these steps to complete your migration in 30-60 minutes
Export Data
Download your client list and service information from Genbook.
Sign Up
Create your free SchedulingKit account.
Add Services
Recreate your service menu with durations and prices.
Configure Settings
Set availability, reminders, and payment options.
Update Links
Replace Genbook links everywhere with your new booking page.
Feature Comparison
How Genbook features map to SchedulingKit
| Feature | Genbook | SchedulingKit |
|---|---|---|
| Booking | Web booking | Web booking |
| Reviews | Built-in | Google Reviews |
| Reminders | Email + SMS | Email + SMS |
| Payments | Card payments | Stripe/PayPal |
What to Expect
What You'll Gain
- More reliable platform
- Better customer support
- Modern interface
- Regular feature updates
- Flexible pricing
Things to Consider
- Genbook's review system
- Marketplace exposure
Migration Questions
Why leave Genbook?
Many users report reliability issues and slow support. SchedulingKit offers a more stable, actively developed platform.
What about reviews?
Encourage clients to leave Google Reviews instead - they're more valuable for SEO anyway.
Genbook was acquired by Booksy. Why not just stay there?
Booksy is a marketplace-first platform, which means it's optimized for client discovery rather than direct bookings from your own site. SchedulingKit keeps your booking flow on your domain with your branding, which is a better fit for established businesses that already have steady client demand.
Can I export my Genbook customer list before the platform fully sunsets?
Yes — export your client list as CSV from the Genbook admin while the account is still active. SchedulingKit doesn't auto-import customers, but you can keep that CSV for your own records and use it in a tool like Mailchimp to notify clients of the new booking link.
Further Reading
- G2: Scheduling Software Reviews — Compare scheduling platforms before switching.
- Capterra Scheduling Software — Independent reviews and comparisons.
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