# NextMe vs. QLess

> NextMe vs QLess: pricing, trials, features and support compared for government, higher education and other complex queues.

Source: https://nextmeapp.com/qless/

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NextMe and QLess both run queues for complex operations like government offices, airports and universities. Here’s how they compare on pricing, features and support. This comparison comes from the NextMe team, so we’ve stuck to facts you can check, including where QLess is the better fit.

## TL;DR

-   **Pricing.** NextMe publishes its prices, from $49.99 a month billed annually, with a 14-day free trial and a free plan. QLess publishes no pricing; third-party listings show it from about $60 per user per month, with no trial or free version.
-   **Features.** Both are industry agnostic and enterprise friendly. QLess offers virtual wait lists but not a branded [virtual waiting room](https://nextmeapp.com/virtual-waiting-room/), and neither offers table management.
-   **Support.** NextMe offers live chat and a public help center. QLess support runs through customer-only ticket portals.
-   **Company.** QLess restructured through Chapter 11 in 2024 and is now owned by its investor, Palisades. It is moving customers from its legacy Linebuster platform to a new one, Tempo, so ask about the roadmap.
-   **Switching.** We can seamlessly transition current QLess customers to NextMe and import their existing QLess data.

## Overview

| [NextMe](https://nextmeapp.com/) | [QLess](https://www.qless.com) |
| --- | --- |
| A modern virtual waiting room that makes it simple for teams to manage their waitlist and serve more customers. Keep lines moving and create amazing first impressions, all while saving money on outdated technology. | QLess’s versatile queuing platform seamlessly blends physical and virtual visitor management for organizations, of any size, in any industry. Enhance customer experiences and streamline your operations with ease. |

## Features

Both platforms offer a robust and comparable feature set. QLess offers virtual wait lists and remote joining, but not a branded **[virtual waiting room](https://nextmeapp.com/virtual-waiting-room/)** to engage guests while they wait. Neither platform offers robust table management features at this time.

| Feature | NextMe | QLess |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Industry Agnostic | Yes | Yes |
| Enterprise Friendly | Yes | Yes |
| SMS Messaging | Yes | Yes |
| Customizable Notifications | Yes | Yes |
| Customizable Queues and Fields | Yes | Yes |
| Appointment Scheduling | Yes | Yes |
| Self Check-in | Yes | Yes |
| Public Waitlist | Yes | Yes |
| Privacy Options | Yes | Yes |
| Repeat Guest Lookup | Yes | Yes |
| Estimated Wait Times | Yes | Yes |
| Web App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Virtual Waiting Room | Yes | No |
| Table Management | No | No |

## Usability

**NextMe**

Ranks **4.9 out of 5** for ease of use based on [**Capterra**](https://www.capterra.com/p/165482/NextMe/) reviews. NextMe is easy to use and train and this is a common source of praise relative to other competing tools. Usability is a frequent theme in NextMe’s positive reviews.

![The NextMe waitlist on a tablet and a phone: guests grouped into queues such as 1 - 2 Top and Carry Out, each with wait times and buttons to message, check in or remove them](https://nextmeapp.com/_astro/nextme-interface-comparison.CmO31Xf8_Z2sFQwq.webp)

**QLess**

Ranks **4.8 out of 5** for ease of use on [**Capterra**](https://www.capterra.com/p/105435/QLess/), from a small number of reviews, and its guest-facing iOS app is well rated. Its staff interface looks dated next to newer tools, though if a modern interface isn’t a priority for your business, you may be fine with the experience it offers.

![Four screens of the QLess iPhone app: a list of nearby places, a county treasurer's lines with wait times, its location on a map, and the Join Now form](https://nextmeapp.com/_astro/qless-interface.CsjK4g8H_ApkiE.webp)

## Pricing

NextMe publishes its prices and offers a 14-day free trial of its paid features, plus a free plan for small teams. QLess publishes no pricing, so every quote starts with a sales call; third-party listings show it from about $60 per user per month, with no trial or free version.

| Plan | NextMe | QLess |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Free Trial | Yes 14 days | No |
| Free | Yes Up to 100 SMS per month | No |
| Starter | $49.99/mo when billed annually | Not published. About $60 per user per month on third-party listings |
| Business | $79.99/mo when billed annually | Not published |
| Enterprise | Custom | Custom |

## Support

NextMe offers live chat and a public [**help center**](https://intercom.help/nextme-app/en/), with phone support on its Custom plan. QLess supports customers through two ticket portals, one for its legacy Linebuster platform and one for Tempo, each with a knowledge base behind a customer login. It doesn’t offer live chat.

| Support | NextMe | QLess |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Help Center | Yes Public | Customers only |
| Chat Support | Yes | No |
| Phone Support | Custom plan | Not advertised |
| Personal Demos | Yes | Yes |

## Conclusion

NextMe and QLess each have their own pros and cons as waitlist platforms. **NextMe** is ideal for teams that need an easy to use, feature-rich solution with reliable human support. **QLess** has a long track record in government and higher education, but with no published pricing, trial or free version, it’s harder to evaluate before you commit.

**If you’re a current QLess customer**, we can seamlessly transition you to NextMe and import your existing QLess data. [Reach out to us](https://nextmeapp.com/contact-us/) to learn more.

## Frequently asked questions

### What is the main difference between NextMe and QLess?

Both offer a robust and comparable feature set, including SMS messaging, appointment scheduling, self check-in, and web, iOS and Android apps. QLess offers virtual wait lists but not a branded [virtual waiting room](https://nextmeapp.com/virtual-waiting-room/) to engage guests while they wait, and NextMe offers a public help center and live chat, which QLess does not.

### Is NextMe cheaper than QLess?

Most likely. NextMe publishes its prices: Starter is $49.99 a month and Business $79.99 a month, billed annually, with a 14-day free trial and a free plan. QLess publishes no pricing; third-party listings show it starting at about $60 per user per month, with no free trial or free version.

### Do NextMe and QLess work for government, aviation and higher education?

Yes. Both platforms are industry agnostic and enterprise friendly, so they can handle complex industries like government, aviation and higher education.

### How does support compare between NextMe and QLess?

NextMe offers live chat and a public [help center](https://intercom.help/nextme-app/en/), with phone support on its Custom plan. QLess supports customers through ticket portals with a knowledge base that sit behind a customer login, and offers no live chat.

### Can I switch to NextMe from QLess?

Yes. We can seamlessly transition you to NextMe and import your existing QLess data using CSV exports, with most migrations completed within 3 to 5 business days.