Joan vs. Robin
It takes a great solution to create a hybrid workspace that your teams will love. Both Joan and Robin’s scheduling software is capable of restoring order to unruly offices. But, when these two solutions go head to head, the winner is clear.
Joan is an all-in-one workplace management system that brings efficiency and an elevated employee experience by eliminating complexity and friction in the flexible workspace.
Robin is a cloud-based desk and room booking solution targeted toward hybrid work environments. The software empowers people to do great work while fostering a sense of community.
We have created a list of solutions and features that clearly demonstrate the advantages of each platform.
Room booking
Simple room booking options that update in real-time.
Localized Interface
User interface is available in multiple local languages.
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Custom branding
Customizable branding that promotes the company’s image.
Runs on any tablet
A scheduling platform that’s compatible with any tablet.
Reserve on spot
Reserve available rooms on-the-spot from the display or app.
Connect to calendars
Seamlessly synchronizes with in-house calendars.
Room amenities info
Configurable room information regarding room amenities: monitors, speakers, microphones, etc.
Abandoned meeting protection
A feature that marks a room as available for no-shows and “ghosted” meetings.
Advanced analytics
Analytics to show a room’s performance, usage, and other statistics.
Room finder
Select the type of room you need and see what is available.
Pricing per month starts at
$5.99 / device
$125
Proprietary device
Meeting room displays that show room availability and support on-the-spot reservations.
Battery powered
Battery-powered displays that don’t require a continuous power supply.
Single-charge battery life
Devices that last months to a year before needing to be recharged.
up to 12 months
Wireless mount
Wireless wall mount that doesn’t require any installation costs.
E-paper
Sustainable, ultra-low-power e-paper room booking displays.
PoE dock / adapter
Optional POE doc for wired internet connection and a power source.
Desk booking
Frictionless desk booking that supports on-the-fly reservations.
Equipment / Asset reservation
Make any company asset reservable through the scheduling software.
Parking space reservation
Support for parking space reservations and other transportation amenities.
Predefined timeslots
Desks can be reserved only at times that are specified by the office admin.
Partial
Abandoned desk reservation protection
The desk is automatically released if the user doesn’t check in.
Health screening
Optional health screening questionnaire for employees and visitors.
Custom amenities
Reserve a desk that has extra amenities.
Custom floor plan
Fully-customizable floor plans to support wayfinding and reservations.
Reservation reminders
Reliable reminders regarding upcoming reservations.
Export analytics data
Ability to export data regarding scheduling and usage analytics.
Reservation rules for individuals, teams, and departments
Configurable rules, groupings, and parameters for each desk.
Check peers presence
Overview of who will be in the office during the work-week.
Easy map booking
Desk booking is available via the customizable in-app floor plan.
In-app analytics
Usage and booking analytics for the solution’s app.
Digital wayfinding
In-app wayfinding that shows rooms, desks, and additional information.
Active Directory
Single sign-on and multi-factor authentication for secure, simplified access to applications and systems.
Azure AD, Okta, OneLogin
Azure AD, Okta, OneLogin
Pricing per month starts at
$2.49 / user
$125
Visitor management
Capacity for visitor check-in and check-out.
Arrival notifications
Automatically sends notifications to specific individuals when guests arrive.
Guest pre-registration
Guests can pre-register online before even arriving at the office.
Real-time visitor log
Can collect analytics that supports contact tracing within the office.
Touchless QR code check-in
A contactless visitor check-in experience via a QR code.
Pre-check-in questionnaires
Optional questionnaires and health screening for visitors.
Bulk visitor registration
Invite multiple visitors at once by importing a CSV list.
Recurring visits
Create a recurring invite for everyone that visits you regularly.
Customizable visitor badges
Customize the badge design and choose specific fields to include in the printed version.
Check-out visitors
Several visitor check-out options.
Calendar integration
Invite visitors seamlessly through the calendar you use daily (Google, Office365, Exchange…)
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Assign a desk to a visitor
Allocate specific workspaces to visitors.
In-App Analytics with visitor data export
Gain valuable insights and export visitor data for analysis and reporting.
Customizable branding
Display your custom message or your company’s logo.
N/A
NDAs & Document Signing
Set up different documents that a visitor needs to read and sign before entering the site.
Multi-location management
Manage visitor management across multiple locations with pay-per-location options.
Single Sign-On (SSO) and employee directories
Seamlessly integrate with existing systems for easy access and user management.
Pricing per month starts at
1 month Free Trial
$109 / location
$125
3rd party integrations
Support for third-party integrations to further customize the booking experience.
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Single sign-on
Single-sign-on authentication to enhance security.
API
Developers can develop third-party apps to extend the solution’s capabilities.
Mobile app
A native mobile app that supports office scheduling and wayfinding.
With a limitless capacity for company assets and accounts, Joan scales with your office while delivering an unbeatable user experience. While Robin is a robust scheduling tool and a formidable contender, the platform has limitations that keep it from being flexible enough for the modern workspace.
Joan ultra-low-power e-paper displays are the only wireless room booking devices on the market. Meaning, they can be installed anywhere on any surface with no extra installation costs — no drilling or wiring required.
Create a seamless flexible workplace by adding assets to your Joan reservation platform. Make anything bookable from parking spaces to pet supplies. Assets can be booked on-the-go directly from the Joan app.
Ready from day one. The Joan user interface is incredibly intuitive, making onboarding as simple as a company-wide announcement email. Absolutely no training or instructions are required for a flawless user experience.
With its limitless capacity for company assets and accounts, Joan can scale up or down to match the size of your office and keep up with its growth. Whether you have a small team or a large enterprise, Joan is the best solution for managing your workplace.
One of the key strengths of Joan is its unbeatable user experience. The platform is designed with simplicity and ease of use in mind, making it accessible to all employees regardless of their technical expertise. Joan’s user-friendly interface and intuitive features enable employees to quickly and easily book meeting rooms, desks, and other resources, which helps improve overall productivity and efficiency.
Another strength of Joan is its versatility. The platform offers a wide range of features that go beyond just room booking, including hot-desking, desk booking, and meeting room analytics. This makes Joan a complete workplace management solution that can handle a wide range of workplace needs, from scheduling to workspace optimization.
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