Timely Pricing Guide 2026
Full breakdown of Timely salon software pricing and value
Timely's listed plans and prices appear below with their billing terms. Monthly, annual, lifetime and custom-priced offers are different commitments. Check billing periods, seat counts, usage charges and optional add-ons. Compare with SchedulingKit pricing.
Timely Pricing Plans
Here's what Timely charges for their scheduling software in 2026.
Build
USD per bookable staff member/month
- Charged per bookable staff member
- Online booking
- Automated reminders; 100 SMS/month included
- Client management
- Basic reporting
Elevate
USD per bookable staff member/month
- 200 SMS/month included
- Everything in Build
- Marketing tools
- Stock and product sales also available on Build
- Waitlist and digital consultation forms
Innovate
USD per bookable staff member/month
- 350 SMS/month included
- Everything in Elevate
- Staff management also available on Build
- Staff sales targets and performance tracking
- Multiple locations also available on Build and Elevate
Prices as of 2026-10-01. Visit Timely for current pricing.
Hidden Costs to Know
Before signing up for Timely, be aware of these additional costs:
- Each bookable staff member is charged at the selected plan rate
- SMS above the included 100/200/350 allowance incurs usage charges
- Payment processing fees apply
- Online help, chatbot and live messaging listed on all three plans
Timely vs SchedulingKit
See how SchedulingKit compares on features and pricing.
| Feature | Timely | SchedulingKit |
|---|---|---|
| Free Plan | None | 1 member, 1 event type, 50 bookings/month, 1 calendar |
| Starting Price | $26/month | Free |
| Per-Staff Cost | USD 26/39/47 per staff/month by plan | Team scheduling on Pro: $20/seat/month or $192/seat/year ($16/month equivalent) |
| Salon Features | Specialized | General |
| Simplicity | Salon-focused | Versatile |
Our Verdict
Timely is purpose-built for salons with good features, but no free plan and per-staff fees make it expensive for growing teams. SchedulingKit offers a limited free tier and paid per-seat plans; compare total cost and salon-specific requirements for your team. Ultimately, the best choice depends on your team size, budget, and which integrations you rely on daily. Testing each platform with a free trial before committing to an annual contract is the most reliable way to evaluate fit.
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