Guestio

Overview

Guestio serves podcasters, YouTubers, bloggers, journalists, publication contributors and live event organizers. Hosts can browse guest profiles by category or tag, while guests can look for channels seeking appearances. That two-way discovery makes it relevant to both sides of a booking, rather than only to hosts managing an existing guest list.

Guestio combines booking communication with records of past bookings and messages. It is focused on arranging appearances, not on synchronizing calendars: calendar sync is not included. The company is based in Las Vegas, Nevada, and identifies Travis Chappell as its creator, founder and CEO.

Key features

Marketplace and booking

Users can browse guests and shows through the marketplace. Both guests and shows can set a price, and Guestio says it takes a small platform fee after an interview is complete. That gives participants a way to arrange paid appearances, though the stated fee is not quantified.

Messaging and scheduling

Built-in messaging supports scheduling communication, with text and email notifications for guests. A guest can propose three interview times; the booker can select one or counter with three alternatives. This gives both sides a defined way to settle on a time, but without calendar sync users must manage calendar entries separately.

Booking records and promotion

The booking dashboard tracks bookings, links to more information and past communications. Bookers can download a guest press kit to promote content. These features are useful for organizers handling multiple appearances, though they do not replace a broader production workflow.

Pro features and integrations

Pro adds audio and video pitches, letting guests introduce themselves directly to show hosts, and show search analytics such as searches by downloads or Apple reviews. The features page also describes promotional upsells for Facebook posts and Instagram Swipe-ups. Those additions are most relevant to users who want richer guest pitches or show discovery data; the free plan does not include them.

Pricing

Guestio uses a freemium model with a free plan and a 14-day trial. The Free plan is free and includes finding and booking guests or shows, messaging, guest press kits and booking tracking, with up to five pitches a month. That cap makes it a practical starting point for occasional bookings, but may constrain more active users.

Pro costs 97.00 USD per month, billed $97 /month, or 997.00 USD per year, billed $997 /year. Both options include Free features plus audio and video pitches, unlimited Smartlist, bookings and MINIVIEWs, customizable upsells and booking flow, a homepage feature and show search analytics. The yearly option is a substantial commitment; the monthly option avoids an annual term at a higher total cost over a year. The plan details do not state seat limits.

Platforms

Guestio is available on web, Android and iOS. Its native mobile apps support discovering, booking and connecting with guests, which gives users a mobile route to those core tasks. Calendar sync is not included.

Who it's for

Guestio is a sensible fit for independent hosts, media creators and event organizers who need guest discovery alongside booking communication and records. It also serves guests looking for shows. Choose it if the marketplace and scheduling exchange are central to the workflow; look elsewhere if automatic calendar synchronization is essential.

Pros and cons

• Pros: Two-way marketplace discovery helps hosts and guests find potential matches.
• Pros: Messaging, structured time proposals and booking history keep coordination and records together.
• Pros: The free plan includes core booking tools and allows up to five pitches a month.
• Cons: No calendar sync means interview times will not automatically flow into calendars.
• Cons: Audio/video pitches and show search analytics are reserved for Pro, which starts at 97.00 USD per month.
• Cons: Guestio describes its marketplace fee as small but does not give an amount.

Alternatives

For a wider shortlist of services, browse Podcast Guest Booking Software.

Airlist is a web-based alternative whose free plan allows up to 15 guests and includes a full pipeline, follow-up reminders, an episode tracker and a public booking page; it may suit users prioritizing a defined guest-management pipeline. GuestLoop offers a free expert profile, show discovery feed, booking management, appearance tracker and unlimited applications, making it worth considering for guests focused on applications and tracking appearances.

MatchMaker.fm is an alternative with Android, iOS and web apps; its Pro plan costs 15.00 USD per month after a 30-day free trial and includes five free conversation starts, so it may suit users seeking a lower-priced paid option with a stated conversation allowance. show.fm offers a free web and API plan limited to one show, two episodes per month and one staff seat, which may suit a small show needing a capped free workflow.

Codie Dog is a free web alternative. Pitchguest has a free plan capped at three guest research runs, a five-guest pipeline and three outreach emails per month; its Podcaster plan is 9.00 USD per month, an option for users who want a lower-cost tool with explicit research and outreach allowances. PodcastGuests.com offers a free twice-weekly newsletter of podcast guest opportunities, while its Basic plan costs 20.00 USD per month and includes one category, one website link and a directory profile, making it a directory-oriented alternative. Guest.Market is a free public beta for users seeking a web-based alternative whose basic services are free until further notice.

Verdict

Choose Guestio if you are a host, guest or content organizer who wants discovery, booking coordination and appearance records together, with a free tier for a modest volume of pitches. Look elsewhere if calendar sync is a requirement or if you need Pro-only pitches and analytics without taking on its 97.00 USD monthly price.