Scheduling Hero vs getSoapy
Both apps have free tiers. Both target window cleaners. Here's what actually differentiates them.
The TL;DR
Choose Scheduling Hero if you:
- ✓Need to work offline (basements, rural areas)
- ✓Send lots of SMS (free vs 3.5-5p each)
- ✓Want unlimited features on free tier
- ✓Prefer your data on your device, not just cloud
Choose getSoapy if you:
- •Want a customer portal
- •Need a free website builder
- •Want to buy/sell leads via marketplace
- •Need loyalty card functionality
- •Always have good internet connection
Feature-by-feature comparison
All information current as of December 2024. Annual pricing shown for getSoapy.
| Feature | Scheduling Hero | getSoapy |
|---|---|---|
| Free tier | Yes (unlimited) | Yes (limited, no notifications) |
| Entry paid tier | €14.99 | £4.90/month |
| Full features tier | €14.99 | £14.90/month |
| SMS messaging | Free (uses your phone's plan) | 3.5-5p per message |
| Works offline | Full database offline | No (cloud-based only) |
| Scheduling & calendar | Yes | Yes |
| Customer database | Yes | Yes |
| Invoicing | Yes | Yes |
| Recurring jobs | Yes | Yes |
| Expense tracking | Yes (with receipts) | Yes |
| Accounting integrations | Xero, QuickBooks, FreeAgent (Premium) | Xero, Sage |
| Route optimisation | Premium | Advanced+ plans |
| Payment links | Yes (free) | Yes |
| Direct debit | No (Stripe only) | Yes |
| Customer portal | No | Yes (Pro plan) |
| Free website builder | No | Yes |
| Lead marketplace | No | Yes |
| Loyalty cards | No | Yes |
| Mobile app | iOS & Android | iOS & Android |
| Data storage | On device + cloud sync | Cloud only |
| Setup time | 60 seconds | 5-10 minutes |
Why people switch to Scheduling Hero
1. True offline mode
getSoapy is cloud-based—no internet, no access. Scheduling Hero runs a full database on your phone. Create invoices in basements, schedule jobs in rural areas, everything syncs when you're back online.
2. Free SMS messaging
getSoapy charges 3.5-5p per SMS. At 10 messages per day, that's £8-11/month extra. Scheduling Hero uses your phone's native SMS—completely free from your existing plan.
3. Better free tier
getSoapy's free tier has limited features and no customer notifications. Scheduling Hero's free tier includes unlimited customers, jobs, invoices, and SMS messaging.
4. Your data stays with you
With getSoapy, your data lives in the cloud. With Scheduling Hero, you have a full database on your device. You're not locked into any service—your data is always accessible.
When getSoapy is the better choice
We're honest about our limitations. getSoapy might be better if:
You want a customer portal: getSoapy lets customers log in to manage their account and view history.
You need a website: getSoapy includes a free website builder. We don't offer this.
You want lead generation: getSoapy's marketplace lets you buy and sell leads.
You use direct debit: getSoapy supports GoCardless. We only support Stripe currently.
You want loyalty features: getSoapy offers loyalty cards to retain customers.
Common questions
Both have free tiers—which is actually better?
Scheduling Hero's free tier is more generous—unlimited customers, jobs, invoices, and free SMS. getSoapy's free tier limits features and doesn't include customer notifications. If you want to truly test-drive an app without hitting limits, Scheduling Hero's free tier is more complete.
Can I import my getSoapy data?
Yes. Export your customer list from getSoapy as a spreadsheet, then import it into Scheduling Hero. The migration typically takes 1-2 hours for most users.
Why does offline mode matter?
If you ever work in basements, rural areas, or buildings with poor signal, offline mode is essential. getSoapy is cloud-based—no internet means no access to your schedule or customer data. Scheduling Hero keeps everything on your phone, accessible anywhere.
Is this comparison biased?
Yes, we obviously prefer you choose Scheduling Hero. But everything here is factually accurate as of December 2025. getSoapy is good software with unique features like lead marketplace and website builder. We're just better for people who need offline mode and free SMS.
Looking for a getSoapy alternative?
If you need true offline mode and free SMS messaging, Scheduling Hero's a solid getSoapy alternative. We've focused on the features solo operators use daily—without the per-message SMS fees or cloud dependency.
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