Why parks choose wakesys over CenterEdge
Modern software designed for today's activity parks.
Modern Software, Not Legacy
CenterEdge has been around since 1997. wakesys was built in 2024 with modern UX patterns. The difference is obvious immediately.
Setup in Hours, Not Weeks
CenterEdge implementations require extensive configuration and training. wakesys gets you live in a single day.
Free for All of 2026
No upfront costs for 2026. Try everything risk-free while CenterEdge charges from day one.
Mobile-First Booking
wakesys was built for phones from day one. 60-second booking, Apple Pay, thumb-friendly UI.
Pre-Arrival Waivers
Guests sign at home. Groups share claim links. Zero check-in queues — the feature CenterEdge doesn't have.
No Training Required
Staff figure out wakesys in minutes. CenterEdge's complexity means weeks of training and constant questions.
Everything activity parks need
Focused on what matters. No bloat.
Common questions about switching from CenterEdge
Everything you need to know.
Is wakesys a good alternative to CenterEdge?
For most activity parks, yes. wakesys covers online booking, digital waivers, POS, and capacity management — the core features FECs need. The key difference is modernity: wakesys was built in 2024 with a focus on guest experience and staff simplicity. CenterEdge is comprehensive but complex.
What about arcade card management?
CenterEdge has arcade card/game credit management that wakesys doesn't currently offer. If arcade is your primary revenue driver, CenterEdge might be better suited. For activity-focused venues where booking and waivers are core, wakesys excels.
How long does it take to switch from CenterEdge?
Most parks are fully operational on wakesys within a single day. We provide migration assistance and many operators run both systems in parallel during transition.
Is wakesys really free?
Yes! wakesys is completely free for all of 2026. No credit card required, no per-transaction fees. We want you to experience the platform risk-free before paid plans launch in 2027.
Can I try wakesys while still using CenterEdge?
Absolutely. Many operators test wakesys on a subset of their offerings before making the full switch. Since it's free for 2026, there's no financial risk in running both platforms.