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By Waitwhile, Inc

4.8 out of 5 stars

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Waitwhile Pros and Cons: Top Advantages and Disadvantages

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Users find Waitwhile to be easy to use, streamlining appointment management and enhancing guest check-in processes. (71 mentions)
Users love the user-friendly interface of Waitwhile, making appointment management and organization effortless and efficient. (42 mentions)
Users love Waitwhile for its easy appointment management, allowing seamless scheduling and clear visibility into bookings. (17 mentions)
Users appreciate the efficiency and ease of use of Waitwhile, enhancing communication and management within their practice. (16 mentions)
Users appreciate the messaging features of Waitwhile, enhancing communication and improving customer experience during appointments. (15 mentions)
Users praise the exceptional customer service of Waitwhile, highlighting responsive support and seamless integration. (10 mentions)
Users appreciate the easy setup of Waitwhile, enhancing appointment management and client communication effortlessly. (10 mentions)
Users find the client experience lacking due to confusing notifications and interface issues affecting usability. (8 mentions)
Users report messaging issues with Waitwhile, including slow notifications and reliance on email instead of SMS. (8 mentions)
Users express a desire for missing features like customizable time settings and better service management. (8 mentions)
Users face limited customization options with Waitwhile, making tailored setups and integrations challenging for specific needs. (6 mentions)
Some users find the learning curve challenging, particularly when customizing settings without tech expertise. (4 mentions)
Users experience technical issues with Waitwhile, including crashes, lag, and problems with message sending and loading times. (4 mentions)
Users often face booking issues with Waitwhile, including lag, bugs, and missed messages, affecting overall efficiency. (3 mentions)
Users experience mobile issues with notifications and interface clunkiness, impacting the usability of Waitwhile on mobile devices. (3 mentions)

Top Pros or Advantages of Waitwhile

1. Ease of Use
Users find Waitwhile to be easy to use, streamlining appointment management and enhancing guest check-in processes.
See 71 mentions

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Kinaya H.
KH

Kinaya H.

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

5.0/5

"Quick and Simple"

What do you like about Waitwhile?

Waitwhile is very helpful when guests are having difficulty accessing the QR code through the app. In less than a minute, I can check them in via Wait

Ismael A.
IA

Ismael A.

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

5.0/5

"Senior Assistant Director of Admissions"

What do you like about Waitwhile?

Functional, appropriate, and easy to use. Recommend it totally

2. User-Friendly
Users love the user-friendly interface of Waitwhile, making appointment management and organization effortless and efficient.
See 42 mentions

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SM

samina m.

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

5.0/5

"Waitwhile User"

What do you like about Waitwhile?

waitwhile is easyto use. you can see scheduled appointment. add new future appointmntes. easy to navigate. you can have accesss to see who is busy

Jessica B.
JB

Jessica B.

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

5.0/5

"Waitwhile Is Worth It"

What do you like about Waitwhile?

My coworkers and I enjoy using Waitwhile because it is super user friendly and organized. It helps us manage our nook reservations for our customers,

3. Appointment Management
Users love Waitwhile for its easy appointment management, allowing seamless scheduling and clear visibility into bookings.
See 17 mentions

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Lucy P.
LP

Lucy P.

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

4.5/5

"Waitwhile works for me very effective"

What do you like about Waitwhile?

It never gives me technical issues. Very easy to set up appointments with. I love the fact that it sends a confirmation to client once the appointment

SM

samina m.

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

5.0/5

"Waitwhile User"

What do you like about Waitwhile?

waitwhile is easyto use. you can see scheduled appointment. add new future appointmntes. easy to navigate. you can have accesss to see who is busy

4. Positive Experiences
Users appreciate the efficiency and ease of use of Waitwhile, enhancing communication and management within their practice.
See 16 mentions

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Verified User
U

Verified User

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

3.5/5

"Reliable and Easy Customer Management, with a few tweaks."

What do you like about Waitwhile?

I like the ease of putting customers into the system and how reliable it is.

SL

sheneque L.

5.0/5

"Enhances Workflow with Speed and Ease"

What do you like about Waitwhile?

I use Waitwhile for work, and it significantly helps by showing who needs assistance and who's in the building, making it invaluable for managing peop

5. Messaging Features
Users appreciate the messaging features of Waitwhile, enhancing communication and improving customer experience during appointments.
See 15 mentions

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Verified User
U

Verified User

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

5.0/5

"Waitwhile Review"

What do you like about Waitwhile?

We use the service to manage our students/appointments. It allows us the flexibility to see students on a first come/first serve basis, which allows u

AN

ari n.

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

5.0/5

"Great comunnication"

What do you like about Waitwhile?

I can send customers messages about their orders

6. Customer Service
Users praise the exceptional customer service of Waitwhile, highlighting responsive support and seamless integration.
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SR

Sukhmani R.

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

5.0/5

"waitwhile recognition"

What do you like about Waitwhile?

With the waitwehile, it makes the customer service easy and clients are served in the more professional manner. The clients have no longer to wait fo

Verified User
U

Verified User

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

4.5/5

"Solid Platform with Nice Customer Service"

What do you like about Waitwhile?

Simple to use, versatile, good privacy protection, solid customer service.

7. Easy Setup
Users appreciate the easy setup of Waitwhile, enhancing appointment management and client communication effortlessly.
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Lucy P.
LP

Lucy P.

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

4.5/5

"Waitwhile works for me very effective"

What do you like about Waitwhile?

It never gives me technical issues. Very easy to set up appointments with. I love the fact that it sends a confirmation to client once the appointment

Saher E.
SE

Saher E.

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

5.0/5

"Seamless and efficient scheduling tool"

What do you like about Waitwhile?

Waitwhile makes managing appointments incredibly easy. The interface is user-friendly, and it keeps our team and customers in sync with real-time upda

Top Cons or Disadvantages of Waitwhile

1. Client Experience
Users find the client experience lacking due to confusing notifications and interface issues affecting usability.
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Verified User
U

Verified User

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

4.5/5

"Solid Platform with Nice Customer Service"

What do you dislike about Waitwhile?

Would be helpful to have a starter guide after each update to show new features (for example, I did not know how to assign a counter after the latest

Verified User
C

Verified User

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

5.0/5

"It is a very efft system and is easy to manage for my job."

What do you dislike about Waitwhile?

That the parents are receiving messages that do not match what is happening before or after an appointment.

2. Messaging Issues
Users report messaging issues with Waitwhile, including slow notifications and reliance on email instead of SMS.
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Jonathan P.
JP

Jonathan P.

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

5.0/5

"Not Just for Restaurants or Doctor's Offices"

What do you dislike about Waitwhile?

The use of SMS messaging is going away for the free plan, so we'll have to start making sure guests provide us an email address that they receive noti

Qudsiya H.
QH

Qudsiya H.

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

4.5/5

"Easy to use and allows for virtual queuing"

What do you dislike about Waitwhile?

I would love for it to have an audio notification regarding patients getting added to my panel because sometimes I am busy and don't notice that patie

3. Missing Features
Users express a desire for missing features like customizable time settings and better service management.
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Jessica B.
JB

Jessica B.

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

5.0/5

"Waitwhile Is Worth It"

What do you dislike about Waitwhile?

I wish that we could have smaller increments to set reservation times, such as 15 mins. I also wish that it let us put the time for example 3:15-4:15

Verified User
A

Verified User

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

5.0/5

"Excellent for multiple reasons!"

What do you dislike about Waitwhile?

So far after a few weeks of using waitwhile we’re totally comfortable, however we have had times we wished some features were added, maybe a costume s

4. Limited Customization
Users face limited customization options with Waitwhile, making tailored setups and integrations challenging for specific needs.
See 6 mentions

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Verified User
U

Verified User

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

4.5/5

"Solid Platform with Nice Customer Service"

What do you dislike about Waitwhile?

Would be helpful to have a starter guide after each update to show new features (for example, I did not know how to assign a counter after the latest

PK

Phommathep K.

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

5.0/5

"Helps run my business!"

What do you dislike about Waitwhile?

I don't like having to switch tabs for different business areas.

5. Learning Curve
Some users find the learning curve challenging, particularly when customizing settings without tech expertise.
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Travis B.
TB

Travis B.

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

5.0/5

"Very Helpful for the daily flow"

What do you dislike about Waitwhile?

I have issues with getting my registration to open up on Tuesdays. Every other day, no issues. I'm Not tech savvy at all so maybe if things could be

Verified User
A

Verified User

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

5.0/5

"Waitwhile for Cannes ~"

What do you dislike about Waitwhile?

I wouldn't say I dislike anything specifically, but it was a bit challenging to figure out. The help center is useful and their live chat got me throu

6. Technical Issues
Users experience technical issues with Waitwhile, including crashes, lag, and problems with message sending and loading times.
See 4 mentions

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Angela  E.
AE

Angela E.

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

5.0/5

"FAST"

What do you dislike about Waitwhile?

The only thing I would say it that it sometimes goes down during peak times.

Verified User
U

Verified User

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

5.0/5

"I like it"

What do you dislike about Waitwhile?

Sometimes when multiple people in my department selects the same customer simultaneously, there is a small delay and sometimes it even glitches . Obv

7. Booking Issues
Users often face booking issues with Waitwhile, including lag, bugs, and missed messages, affecting overall efficiency.
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Verified User
U

Verified User

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

5.0/5

"Makes Veterinary Check--in a breeze!"

What do you dislike about Waitwhile?

The one gripe I have is that people can "book" their appointment online and then just show up without communication with the office. It would be helpf

GG

Gia G.

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

5.0/5

"Very organized!"

What do you dislike about Waitwhile?

Sometimes it doesn't let a certain person place an appointment but one us is usually able to get it set

8. Mobile Issues
Users experience mobile issues with notifications and interface clunkiness, impacting the usability of Waitwhile on mobile devices.
See 3 mentions

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Verified User
A

Verified User

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

5.0/5

"If you’re looking for a way to organize you clientele, Waitwhile is just the app for you!"

What do you dislike about Waitwhile?

When I use the app on my Mobile Zebra Device. Notifications do not drop down on the screen, letting me know if there are customers waiting. Don't get

Erin W.
EW

Erin W.

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

5.0/5

"Waitwhile Review"

What do you dislike about Waitwhile?

Sometimes I am unable to find the customer I am looking for when searching them with name and mobile number.

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Laney N.
LN
Adoptions Counselor
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"User-Friendly Interface That Streamlines Operations, Just Missing Link Sharing"
What do you like best about Waitwhile?

I really enjoy the user friendly interface. It has helped our shelter to streamline our operational processes across multiple departments, which has greatly reduced our wait time and improved the customer experience. The software also provides extremely helpful metrics that help us to identify areas of improvement as well as highlight the areas in which we are doing very well. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Waitwhile?

I have yet to identify any glaring downsides. It would be nice to be able to SMS or email outside links to customers as we currently can only send messages but not links. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

"Efficient Patient Management, Minor Limitations"
What do you like best about Waitwhile?

I like that Waitwhile provides a comprehensive view of patient statuses by allowing me to see who is waiting, who is being serviced, and who has already been completed at once. This functionality is invaluable as it enables me to effectively manage staff allocation to meet varying patient needs throughout the day. The ability to keep detailed records of patient visits and volumes is another feature I appreciate because it informs our productivity and quality measures. Additionally, the software's adaptability is crucial for our busy hospital environment, particularly in our Specialty department, where provider check-in processes differ. Waitwhile's interface is user-friendly, allowing for easy addition of staff members, which simplifies onboarding and daily operations. This user-friendly experience ultimately leads me to give Waitwhile a high recommendation score of 9 out of 10. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Waitwhile?

I dislike the limitation on the number of patients that can be seen per month with Waitwhile. On an extremely busy day, we were required to pay to increase the monthly volume, which was an inconvenience. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

GR
"Streamlined Customer Interactions, A Potentially Confusing Wait Time Display"
What do you like best about Waitwhile?

I appreciate how Waitwhile makes it easier to track customer orders and facilitates communication. I use it to sign in customers, having their name, phone number, and order number readily available, which saves me from manually typing this information and helps in efficiently tracking wait times. One of my favorite features is the ability to text customers directly, particularly since we don't have parking at our location, and we ask customers to wait in their cars to avoid tickets. This texting feature makes it significantly more convenient for our customers, as they can come and grab their orders promptly when notified. I also found the initial setup of Waitwhile to be very easy, which is a huge plus. The integration with Centiro is smooth and beneficial in managing operations. Based on these features and overall experience, I am extremely likely to recommend Waitwhile, rating it a 10 out of 10. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Waitwhile?

Customers find it confusing when there are wait times displayed on the screen. They often misunderstand it as the time when their order will be ready, but it's actually the time until we call them up to check their ID. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

"Efficient Queue Management with Room for Improvement"
What do you like best about Waitwhile?

I find the statistics feature in Waitwhile incredibly beneficial as it provides insights into how long each student has to wait. This functionality allows us to manage our time effectively, especially during our shifts, by assessing how many students we can assist and determining when additional help may be required. Additionally, the chat function is valuable as it enables us to communicate directly with students, informing them when we will be available to assist them. The initial setup of Waitwhile was very easy, which streamlined its adoption into our workflow. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Waitwhile?

I find the process of opening and closing the queue in Waitwhile to be cumbersome. The function is not easily accessible, requiring me a long time to locate it initially. Additionally, I often have to refresh the page to confirm whether the queue is open or closed, which is inconvenient. There have also been instances where the queue was closed by mistake, suggesting that the interface could be more intuitive and clearer in this aspect. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Primary/Secondary Education
AP
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Effortless Arrival Management for School Events"
What do you like best about Waitwhile?

It allows our school staff to easily manage parent arrivals during our Open Morning events and ensure a member of staff meets them promptly, according to their queue position on the waitlist. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Waitwhile?

Perhaps in the future. Waitwhile could offer more granular permissions for different user groups. For example, some of our student tour guides could then access WaitWhile without viewing confidential family contact details and manage the family tour queue. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Kylee C.
KC
Veterinarian Assistant 2
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Great program"
What do you like best about Waitwhile?

It's so helpful to be able to message clients to see where they're at or to get any extra information that I need. It is also very helpful that I can see alerts when someone's messaging me back. I feel like scheduling appointments is very easy and simple. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Waitwhile?

There's nothing that disappoints me about weight while I feel like it's a program that works really well. It helps me to be able to communicate with our customers and our clients very well. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Isidora P.
IP
Supply Operations Specialist
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"Effortless Courier Coordination, Needs Faster Messaging"
What do you like best about Waitwhile?

I use Waitwhile for online open doors with couriers. What I like the most is the ability to solve their problems and help them without having to meet them live. The chat feature enables me to send the Google meeting link via email, and the calendar feature lets me change my booking working hours whenever I want. These features provide me flexibility regarding my schedule. The initial setup of Waitwhile was very easy and practical. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Waitwhile?

Perhaps the chat feature, it takes a bit long for the message to be delivered to the recipient. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Maegan R.
MR
Marketing Content Specialist
"Powerful Customization, Perfect for Event Management"
What do you like best about Waitwhile?

I appreciate Waitwhile for providing robust capabilities and endless customization options, which were crucial for our trade show event. The ability to customize workflows, message automations, form questions, schedules, and waitlist settings was particularly helpful. It allowed us to build an ideal setup that made our event possible and completely turnkey. The platform is feature-rich, offering flexibility for various applications, which significantly enhanced our ability to manage the registration and communication processes for event attendees effectively. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Waitwhile?

While the initial setup of Waitwhile was straightforward for basic configurations, customizing the platform for specific needs presented challenges. When we aimed for a more tailored setup for our event, automating processes became complex, and overlapping schedules sometimes disrupted the waitlist functionality. Although these issues were resolvable, they added a layer of complexity. Additionally, while we utilized Waitwhile's native texting and email features, integration with our existing email system would have been preferable, allowing emails to come from an authorized address. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

AM
Sales associate
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"Effortless and Fast Customer Data Entry"
What do you like best about Waitwhile?

The best the about waitwhile is the ease and speed of inputting our customers information. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Waitwhile?

The only downside I have noticed is that when entering more than one order, the addition ones associated simply have to be added as a note and cannot be included in the input field for entering order numbers. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Veterinary
UV
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Makes Veterinary Check--in a breeze!"
What do you like best about Waitwhile?

We love that it helps all staff that are in-practice each day stay on the same page with which client/patient is waiting, being served and has completed their services. I've also used it for detective work when needing to identify certain aspects of a visit by looking at previous dates. It's great! We really like that it keeps a count of how many clients came in for services that day, too. It's an Amazing tool for our office with so many features. We couldn't run efficiently without it! Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Waitwhile?

The one gripe I have is that people can "book" their appointment online and then just show up without communication with the office. It would be helpful if it said "request" your appointment. That gives us a chance to then reach out once we have the requested booking. A lot of people think it's booked once they finish with waitwhile online and then arrive out of the blue. So just a tiny little tweak. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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