Why UK Venues are Moving from Beyonk to SmartBookings
Beyonk provides a marketplace model for outdoor activity providers, national parks, and regional tours. However, as activity businesses grow, their booking software costs multiply because Beyonk takes a percentage commission on every ticket transaction.
The Problem with Commission-Based Marketplace Platforms
- Revenue Penalty on Peak Seasons: When your venue sells out on busy summer weekends or bank holidays, commission-based platforms take their biggest bite out of your hardest-earned margins.
- Marketplace Cross-Promotion: Marketplaces often show competitor activities or nearby attractions on booking confirmation screens, diluting your brand loyalty.
- Delayed Platform Payouts: Waiting on third-party platform settlement schedules can create unnecessary cash flow friction compared to direct merchant payouts.
The SmartBookings Advantage: Flat-Rate Pricing & Complete Autonomy
- 100% Flat Monthly Subscription: Pay a fixed monthly rate (£15, £35, or £65/mo) regardless of whether you process £1,000 or £50,000 in monthly bookings.
- Direct Merchant Settlement: Connect your own UK card processing account (DOJO next-day payout, Stripe, Square, WorldPay) and retain 100% of ticket earnings.
- Full White-Label Control: Embed the booking engine into your WordPress, Wix, or Squarespace site, or use our standalone SEO-optimised portal with your own branding.
- Hybrid Session & Equipment Hire Support: Manage timed activity slots, equipment rental fleets, and group party packages from one unified diary.