This comparison is published by Velixa, one of the services discussed. It is not an independent review. Check the provider’s official website before making a purchasing decision.
Quick comparison
| Area | Velixa | Timely |
|---|---|---|
| Subscription model | Team-inclusive subscription; live price below | Plan priced per bookable staff member |
| Trial | Trial shown on live pricing page | 14-day trial; no credit card stated by Timely |
| No-show tools | Card on file and eligible policy-based charges | Deposits, card capture and cancellation-fee tools |
| Memberships | Native memberships included | Packages; native memberships not currently documented |
Pricing and commercial model
For a team-inclusive alternative, Velixa currently shows £12.95 per month plus a one-off £19.95 setup fee, with all team members included.
Timely offers Build, Elevate and Innovate plans priced per bookable staff member. Because its pricing page is geo-localised, this UK guide does not convert a non-GBP figure; use Timely’s UK pricing for the latest amount. Timely says it offers a 14-day free trial with no credit card required and no fixed-term obligation.
Online booking and diary
Both platforms support online calendars, booking and staff management. Velixa provides a hosted booking site and widget; Timely lists 24/7 online booking, social booking and a mini website.
Payments and no-show protection
Velixa can save a card at booking and charge eligible cancellation/no-show amounts under the merchant’s policy. Timely lists deposits, card capture, cards on file and cancellation fees. Timely’s UK Help Centre lists TimelyPay domestic processing at 1.85% + 30p, but rates can change and should be confirmed before choosing a provider.
Staff and team management
Velixa includes team members, staff diaries, rotas, time off, multi-location working and per-stylist pricing in the displayed plan. Timely’s per-bookable-staff model can be a suitable fit where its tiered features and staff-price functionality match the team.
Client management
Velixa provides client history, notes and intake forms. Timely lists client profiles, history and notes in Build, with consultation features, photos and documents on higher tiers.
Reminders and marketing
Velixa includes email reminders and uses prepaid SMS credits for optional text reminders. Timely includes client reminders and lists targeted SMS campaigns and follow-up messaging in higher plans, so check included SMS quantities and add-on costs.
Memberships, loyalty, gift cards and packages
Velixa includes memberships, packages, gift cards and loyalty. Timely lists gift vouchers and packages in Build, with loyalty in Elevate. Timely’s own UK Help Centre says it does not currently offer native membership management and suggests package-based workarounds.
POS and inventory
Velixa offers Inventory & POS as an optional add-on. Timely lists POS/cash management, stock and reporting in its Build plan.
Website, booking page and widget
Velixa includes a hosted website and widget. Timely lists a mini website and social booking, so teams should compare branded page controls, search visibility and widget needs.
Marketplace and client discovery
Velixa currently operates as a direct-booking platform and Timely’s pricing page is not presented as a consumer Marketplace acquisition route. Velixa plans to release a Marketplace, but no launch date has been set. Businesses that require a large consumer Marketplace today should weigh providers that explicitly offer one.
Mobile access
Velixa offers iOS and Android merchant apps. Timely has mobile access for business management.
Who Velixa may suit
Velixa may suit a team that wants included staff, native memberships and a direct website/widget route without per-bookable-staff subscription scaling.
Who Timely may suit
Timely may suit a business that values its tiered feature progression, consultation workflows, mini website and TimelyPay tools.
Switching checklist
Map your team’s plan-specific needs before switching: consultation forms, photos, SMS campaigns, loyalty, payment setup and cards on file may have different migration or consent requirements. Do not assume stored payment credentials transfer.
Frequently asked questions
Is Velixa an alternative to Timely?
Yes. Both provide appointment booking and management tools. Velixa displays a team-inclusive subscription, while Timely prices plans per bookable staff member.
Does Timely support memberships?
Timely’s UK Help Centre says it does not currently offer native membership management and suggests package-based workarounds. Check its latest documentation because this may change.
Does Timely offer a free trial?
Timely says it offers a 14-day free trial without requiring a credit card and with no fixed-term obligation. Confirm current terms before signup.
Sources & verification
Official provider pricing, feature and help pages used for the factual statements above. Open the relevant source pages to verify the details directly. Information was last checked 25 August 2026 and can change.
Timely is a trade mark of its respective owner. Velixa is not affiliated with, endorsed by or sponsored by Timely. Information on this page is based on publicly available information and was last checked on 25 August 2026. Pricing, features and terms can change. Please visit Timely’s official website directly for current information before making a purchasing decision.