Joan vs. Sign In App
Why Joan is the #1 Sign In App Alternative
Sign In App was built for visitor management. Room and desk booking are paid add-ons. Joan includes it all, rooms, desks, visitors, and displays, in one plan.
Stop juggling apps. Manage everything in one platform.
With Sign In App you need one tool for visitors and a separate add-on for rooms and desks. That means extra costs, disconnected workflows and more IT support. Joan brings visitors, rooms, desks and displays together in a single platform that works out of the box.
What holds teams back with add-on models:
Separate systems waste time
Switching between a visitor app and a booking app creates confusion and double work.
Limited compatibility
Add-ons don’t always play well with your existing tools and IT ends up patching the gaps.
No real insight
Without built-in analytics you are left guessing which spaces are free, underused or overbooked.
comparing features
Joan vs. Sign In App
Core features
Room, desk, visitor, parking
Localized Interface
Wireless devices (E‑ink)
Hardware flexibility
Calendar integration
Offline mode
Custom branding
Sustainability focus
Real-time room displays
Total cost of ownership
Free trial
Where Joan stands out from other Sign In App alternatives
Everything included, no add-ons
With Joan, rooms, desks and visitor management are all part of one plan. Sign In App charges extra for booking features, which quickly raises costs.
Wireless setup that works anywhere
Joan displays run on long-lasting batteries and mount without cables or IT setup. Sign In App relies on tablets that need constant charging or stands, adding clutter and extra hardware costs.
Flexibility with your own devices
You can run Joan on tablets, phones or its own e-paper displays. Sign In App depends on tablets at reception, limiting how you can scale.
Native integrations, not paid extras
Joan connects directly with Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, Slack, Zoom and more. Sign In App requires add-ons for calendar integration, which makes workflows slower and more expensive.
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
Everybody knows when the room is booked or not. It’s a very clear way to say: ‘Stop! Don’t go there because someone else took the room. It was really helpful because we didn’t change the way we booked the room.
Lucio Ferranti , CEO at Energy Group
So far we have had no trouble during the onboarding process or using it. I am very pleased, so far. I also love the design. I know it is not important to the people who think that only functionality matters, but if you have functionality WITH a nice and clean design, that makes the experience so much better.
Isabela Simoes , Administrative Assistant at Master Electronics
The unique aspect of Joan is that it does not require power going to the unit; you can mount them anywhere. The battery life lasts anywhere from four to five months. Very easy to set up and does not require any user training.
Pablo Gersberg , Senior Vice President at Neumora
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
Joan works with your stack. And meets 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. All features included.
Joan gives you everything in one simple plan with software, updates and support included without hidden costs or third-party add-ons.
Start for free, than pay less!
Unbeatable pricing for additional users and devices.
Enterprise-ready with volume discounts and SLAs.
Frequently asked questions about Joan vs Sign In App
What’s the main difference between Joan and Sign In App?
Joan is an all-in-one workplace platform that combines room booking, desk booking, visitor management, scheduling displays, and workplace analytics—all built-in with optional sustainable hardware.
Sign In App is primarily a visitor management tool. Room and desk booking are available but only through an add-on (Spaces) and not part of the core product.
Which is the best Sign In App alternative?
Joan is the best alternative if you’re looking for more than just visitor management. It includes resource booking, smart displays, offline support, and native integrations with calendar tools—without needing extra modules.
Do I need IT support to install Joan vs Sign In App?
Both tools are designed to be user-friendly, but Joan is especially simple to deploy. You can mount Joan devices without cables or drilling, and setup takes just a few minutes.
IT teams typically appreciate Joan’s plug-and-play approach and secure cloud setup with enterprise compliance.
Do Joan and Sign In App work with existing calendars?
Joan offers native integrations with Google Workspace, Microsoft Outlook, Exchange, and Microsoft Teams—so you can book rooms and desks directly from your calendar.
Sign In App offers limited calendar sync via ICS feeds and Outlook add-ons, and only when using the Spaces module.
Can I use my existing tablets with Joan instead of buying new hardware?
Yes. Joan works on tablets you already own (iOS, Android, and browsers), but also gives you the option to upgrade to ultra-low-power E Ink displays that require no wiring or constant charging.
Does Joan offer a free trial?
Yes. Joan offers a full 30-day free trial with access to all features—room and desk booking, visitor management, devices, and calendar integrations. Sign In App offers a 14-day trial, limited to core visitor features only. Room and desk booking may not be included.