Compare Joan and deskbird 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (75.3% of reviews)
Mid-Market (47.3% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Free Trial
€2.75 1 User Per Month
Joan
Star Rating
(257)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (75.3% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free Trial
Free Trial is available
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Star Rating
(276)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (47.3% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
€2.75 1 User Per Month
Free Trial is available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Joan excels in meeting room booking, with users appreciating its ability to quickly check room availability without interrupting ongoing meetings. The app's reliable calendar syncing is highlighted as a significant benefit, making it easy to manage last-minute reservations.
- Users say that deskbird shines in desk booking simplicity, with many finding the process quick and straightforward. Reviewers mention that it effectively tracks where employees are working, whether in the office or remotely, which enhances overall workplace organization.
- According to verified reviews, Joan's user experience is enhanced by its intuitive app, allowing for one-click reservations. This feature is particularly praised for its convenience, especially for users who may forget to book a room in advance.
- Reviewers mention that while deskbird offers a solid user experience, it faces challenges in meeting specific workflow needs compared to Joan. Some users have noted that while the basic booking principle is easy, they sometimes encounter limitations in customization.
- G2 reviewers highlight that Joan's setup process is notably easy, with users appreciating the straightforward onboarding experience. This contrasts with deskbird, where some users feel that the initial configuration could be more seamless.
- Users report that both products provide quality support, but Joan has a slight edge in overall satisfaction ratings. Reviewers have expressed confidence in Joan's long battery life for displays and its effective room information features, which contribute to a more reliable booking experience.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Joan
Free Trial
Free Trial
Try Joan with full access to all features and see if it fits your team’s workflow. No commitment required.
- 30-Day Free Trial
- Full access to all features
- No credit card required
deskbird
Business
€2.75
1 User Per Month
For organizations introducing shared desks and maximizing employee experience
- Native mobile apps
- MS Teams integration
- Automatic desk booking
Free Trial
Joan
Free Trial is available
deskbird
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.2
242
8.8
225
Ease of Use
9.2
248
9.1
229
Ease of Setup
8.7
148
9.1
162
Ease of Admin
9.1
100
9.1
135
Quality of Support
9.1
173
9.1
178
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.9
96
9.1
134
Product Direction (% positive)
9.0
245
9.4
218
Features by Category
Booking
9.1
138
8.6
73
9.3
142
8.9
77
8.7
140
8.5
73
8.5
126
9.0
81
Generative AI
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Agentic AI - Meeting Room Booking Systems
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform tools
8.4
121
8.2
65
8.2
126
7.8
63
8.4
125
7.8
57
Administration
8.5
134
7.6
49
7.4
114
7.6
48
Feature Not Available
8.5
53
8.3
121
8.7
68
Platform Basics
9.2
19
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform Data
9.4
18
Not enough data
9.3
19
Not enough data
9.1
20
Not enough data
8.8
20
Not enough data
Platform Interoperability
9.2
18
Not enough data
9.0
19
Not enough data
Platform Additional Functionality
9.0
19
Not enough data
Additional Functionality - Visitor Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Visitor Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform Basics
8.9
15
Not enough data
8.9
15
Not enough data
8.5
14
Not enough data
Platform Content
8.3
14
Not enough data
7.9
14
Not enough data
Platform Interoperability
8.3
15
Not enough data
Platform Additional Functionality
7.8
15
Not enough data
8.1
15
Not enough data
7.8
15
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Digital Signage
Not enough data
Not enough data
Facility Booking
9.1
38
9.3
99
9.0
40
8.4
63
8.7
37
8.3
57
8.4
39
8.4
50
8.7
39
9.0
82
Office Maps
8.1
36
8.8
80
7.6
35
8.7
80
7.2
34
8.1
47
Workplace Analytics
8.3
37
8.6
59
7.7
34
8.1
49
Feature Not Available
8.0
48
Generative AI
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Administrative Tools
8.4
37
8.3
53
8.0
35
7.6
53
7.7
33
8.1
48
Generative AI
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Agentic AI - Space Management
Not enough data
6.7
6
Not enough data
7.5
8
Seating Options
7.9
135
7.8
100
Feature Not Available
7.2
97
7.7
128
7.7
93
8.0
134
8.4
109
Tech Stack
8.1
136
8.8
124
7.2
50
7.4
94
7.6
51
7.7
112
8.3
130
8.5
101
Generative AI
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Notifications
Feature Not Available
8.6
34
Feature Not Available
7.6
35
Feature Not Available
7.5
35
Collaborative Features
Feature Not Available
7.8
33
Feature Not Available
5.4
29
Feature Not Available
5.3
29
Agentic AI - Hybrid Enablement
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Core Features - Flexible Workspace Management
Not enough data
8.3
5
Not enough data
9.8
8
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Additional Integrations - Flexible Workspace Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Joan and deskbird are categorized as Desk Booking, Space Management, Meeting Room Booking Systems, and Hybrid Enablement
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Joan
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
deskbird
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Computer Software
8.0%
Marketing and Advertising
8.0%
Information Technology and Services
6.4%
Telecommunications
4.8%
Non-Profit Organization Management
4.8%
Other
68.1%
Logistics and Supply Chain
12.4%
Computer Software
10.8%
Information Technology and Services
6.4%
Financial Services
4.0%
Marketing and Advertising
3.6%
Other
62.8%
Discussions
What is the difference between Joan Manager and Joan Executive?
1 Comment
Official Response from Joan
The Joan Manager device supports WPA2-PSK encryption, whereas Joan Executive supports Enterprise WPA2-EAP encryption. Both are 802.1x supported. The Joan...Read more
How do I charge my Joan device?
1 Comment
Official Response from Joan
Joan is powered by a high-performance rechargeable 5400mAh Lithium-Polymer battery that needs recharging once every couple of weeks. You can either use the...Read more
Can I keep Joan permanently connected to a power source?
1 Comment
Official Response from Joan
Sure thing! Just make sure that the charger you are using is a certified Micro USB charger with an output rating of 5 V, 1 A max. Joan has an inbuilt...Read more
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