Joan vs. Skedda
Why Joan is the #1 Skedda Alternative
GetJoan is the all-in-one scheduling solution built for the modern workplace. From meeting room displays to streamlined booking, it just works—on every level.
Overbooking, interruptions, and frustrated teams? You’re not alone.
Juggling calendars, double-booked rooms, and frustrated employees? Legacy solutions or patchwork tools like Skedda create more problems than they solve. Here’s what your team is up against.
Wasted Time
Manually coordinating room bookings or jumping between platforms kills productivity.
Room Squatting & Double-Bookings
Without a clear room status display, conflicts are inevitable—and costly.
Tool Fatigue
Not every solution plays well with others. Switching tools leads to frustration.
comparing features
Joan vs Skedda
Core features
Room, desk, visitor, parking
Localized Interface
Wireless devices (E‑ink)
Hardware flexibility
Calendar integration
IT setup & support
Offline mode
Export analytics data
Sustainability
Free Total cost of ownership
Free trial
Workplace scheduling that just works for every space, every team
Smarter Scheduling, Less Chaos
With AI suggestions and conflict prevention, your team books rooms in seconds, not minutes.
Instant Visibility, Fewer Interruptions
Joan displays show real-time room status—no more knocking, guessing, or barging in.
Eco-Conscious & Cost-Effective
E-paper screens mean ultra-low power use and no constant charging or wiring.
Actionable Insights, Not Just Bookings
Track space usage, uncover patterns, and optimize your workplace with built-in analytics that go beyond basic scheduling.
Joan is the perfect solution—sleek, wireless, and so intuitive our team started using it without any training.
Topher Ohlin , IT Admin at Planning Center
We wanted to make a platform where everybody could come in and see if there’s a room open that they can schedule and work out of.
Adam Fisk , Director of IT services at Tech Superpowers
Works with your stack. And your standards.
Integrations
Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, Slack, Teams
Compliance
Certified for GDPR, SOC 2, and ISO/IEC 27001 compliance
AI Capabilities
Smart booking recommendations, auto-rescheduling
Sustainability
E-paper display uses 99% less energy than tablets
All-in-one pricing. No nickel-and-diming.
Joan’s pricing includes the hardware, software, and ongoing updates—no need to piece together third-party screens or pay extra for basic features.
Get started for just €40/month
Scalable plans with SSO, analytics, and support
Enterprise-ready with volume discounts and SLAs.
Frequently asked questions about Joan vs Skedda
What’s the main difference between Joan and Skedda?
Joan offers an all-in-one solution that includes smart e‑ink room displays, room and desk booking, visitor management, and full sustainability focus. Skedda is software-only and requires separate hardware (tablets) to display room status.
Which is the best Skedda alternative?
If you’re looking for simplicity, device integration, and a truly seamless booking experience—Joan is a smarter alternative to Skedda. It handles booking, display, visitor flow, and usage analytics out of the box.
Do I need IT support to install Joan vs Skedda?
Joan is plug-and-play—no IT support required. Skedda often needs IT help for tablet setup, display pairing, and permissions configuration.
Do Joan and Skedda work with existing calendars?
Yes, both integrate with Google Workspace and Microsoft 365. Joan also supports iCal and custom calendar setups, while Skedda focuses more on native sync with Google and Microsoft.
Can I use my existing tablets with Joan instead of buying new hardware?
Yes. Joan works seamlessly with its own e‑ink devices or on any tablet via the Joan app or web browser. You can reuse your existing iOS or Android tablets—no need to purchase new hardware. Skedda also supports tablet displays, but setup requires more manual configuration and IT involvement.
Does Joan offer a free trial?
Yes, Joan offers a free trial so you can test the platform before making a commitment. You can experience Joan’s intuitive interface, device compatibility, and integration capabilities firsthand. This allows you to compare Joan directly with Skedda and see why teams find Joan easier to deploy and use.