BanquetsCRM vs PlanetHMS Event Manager

BanquetsCRM is a modular hospitality and event platform for banquet halls, caterers, decorators, and event venues. Its free Core CRM covers events, leads, customers, invoices, venues, menus, and team management. Event tools include booking timelines, venue and team assignments, conflict detection, and PDF exports. Lead tracking covers enquiries, follow-ups, conversions, and sources; invoices support payment tracking, deposits, and overdue reminders. Venue tools manage halls and time slots, while menu tools cover pricing, dietary options, and availability. The browser-based product is optimized for mobile use, with Android and iOS also listed. Additional modules include POS, inventory, hotel, restaurant, HR, and communications features. POS sales can connect to a kitchen and automatically deduct inventory stock. The maker says data is encrypted in transit, sensitive information is restricted through role-based permissions, and daily backups are provided. The core CRM is free forever with no credit card required, but some add-ons or credits may be needed for other features. Listed paid modules start at $9.99/mo.

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