Overview
Dokta is an AI-powered document management platform designed for freelancers and small businesses. It automates the reading, classification, and data extraction of invoices, quotes, contracts, and receipts. Users can upload a photo, scan, or PDF, and within 60 seconds the system extracts key information (type, amount, due date, client/vendor) and generates actionable tasks like pay, follow up, or archive. Dokta also enables creating invoices and quotes, managing contracts with automatic monthly invoicing, tracking cash flow with a 12-month graph, and ensuring compliance with French tax regulations (e.g., credit notes per article 289 CGI).
NoSho.app is a one-link booking and deposit system for service businesses. It replaces the chaotic 'DM to book' process with a simple link that clients can use to see real-time availability, book slots, and pay a secure deposit. NoSho.app automatically notifies waitlisted customers when new slots open, helping businesses fill last-minute availability and reduce no-shows. It's free to start – no monthly subscription – and you only pay a fee per deposit. The platform is tailored for industries like tattoo studios, barbers, beauty therapists, photographers, personal trainers, and more.
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Dokta | NoSho.app |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Function | AI-powered document management (invoices, quotes, contracts) | One-link booking & deposit system for service businesses |
| Target Users | Freelancers, auto-entrepreneurs, small agencies | Tattoo artists, barbers, beauty therapists, photographers, personal trainers, etc. |
| Core Automation | Automatic document reading, classification, data extraction via OCR + AI | Automated waitlist notifications, deposit collection, availability sharing |
| Document Handling | Upload photo/scan/PDF; extracts type, amount, due date, client/vendor | Not applicable – focuses on bookings, not documents |
| Invoice/Quote Creation | Create invoices and quotes in a few clicks; convert quote to invoice in 1 click | Not applicable – no invoicing features |
| Payment/Deposits | Tracks payments, overdue alerts, TVA (VAT) monitoring | Takes secure deposits via Stripe; protects against no-shows |
| Waitlist | Not applicable | Clients join waitlist; notified instantly when new slots open |
| Availability Sharing | Not applicable | Share a single link; clients see real-time availability and book |
| Contract Management | Create TJM (daily rate) or fixed-price contracts with auto monthly invoicing | Not applicable |
| Expense Tracking | Upload and categorize receipts, notes de frais | Not applicable |
| Financial Dashboard | 12-month graph: invoiced, collected, overdue, TVA | Analytics dashboard for bookings and revenue |
| Compliance & Security | AES-256 at rest, TLS in transit, EU hosting (AWS Paris/Ireland), RGPD compliant | Stripe for payments; security details not prominently listed |
| Pricing Model | Subscription: €12/month (Solo plan); free tier: 15 documents/month | Pay-as-you-go: no monthly subscription; pay per deposit (percentage) |
| Mobile App | Web app responsive; native app planned for 2027 | No app to download; works via link in bio |
| Integration | CSV export compatible with accounting software; FEC export planned | Stripe integration; link can be added to Instagram, WhatsApp, etc. |
Pricing
Dokta offers a free tier that allows up to 15 documents per month with no credit card required. The Solo plan costs €12/month and includes 100 documents per month plus all features (invoicing, contracts, financial dashboard, anomaly detection, etc.). There are no hidden modules or surprise fees. Early adopters can lock in the founder price for life.
NoSho.app is free to create a profile and share your link. There is no monthly subscription. You only pay when you get paid – a small fee per deposit (the exact percentage is not publicly listed but is described as 'pay when you get paid'). This makes it ideal for businesses that want to avoid fixed costs.
Pros and Cons
Dokta Pros
- AI automates document reading, classification, and data extraction in under 60 seconds
- All-in-one: invoices, quotes, contracts, expense tracking, financial dashboard
- Compliant with French tax regulations (article 289 CGI for credit notes)
- Strong security and GDPR compliance with EU hosting
- Free tier available with no credit card required
Dokta Cons
- Limited to 15 documents/month on free plan; paid plan required for more
- No native mobile app yet (planned for 2027)
- Primarily designed for French freelancers; may lack international features
- No booking or waitlist functionality
NoSho.app Pros
- Completely free to start – no monthly subscription, pay only per deposit
- Extremely easy setup: create profile, share link, start taking deposits in minutes
- Automated waitlist notifies clients when new slots open, reducing no-shows
- Works across many service industries (tattoo, beauty, fitness, etc.)
- No app to download – works via link in bio on social media
NoSho.app Cons
- No document management, invoicing, or contract features
- Limited to booking and deposits; not a full business management tool
- Deposit fee per transaction may add up for high-volume businesses
- Less transparency on security and data compliance details
- No financial dashboard for overall business health (only booking analytics)
Verdict
Choose Dokta if you're a freelancer or small business needing AI-powered document management, invoicing, and financial tracking – especially if you're based in France. Choose NoSho.app if you run a service-based business (like a tattoo studio or salon) and want a simple, free way to take deposits, manage last-minute bookings, and reduce no-shows without any monthly fees. They solve different problems, so your choice depends on whether you need document automation or booking/deposit management.
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