BestTime

BestTime is a foot traffic data API that offers real-time retail foot traffic data, forecasts and live activity insights for locations around the globe. The service lets you figure out the busiest spots, useful for consumers and businesses that want to get the most out of their time.

BestTime has a range of features designed to accommodate different use cases. For example, you can use the API to auto-curate city guides, see which locations are busiest at different times of day, and filter locations by foot traffic forecasts, venue types, neighborhoods, ratings and other criteria. That means you can easily suggest the best time to visit a museum or a less crowded restaurant on a particular day of the week.

The API is geared for consumer-facing apps that list venues. It can help people find the best places for their preferences. For example, you can find the busiest bars on a Friday night or the quietest supermarket in the area. It can also help businesses optimize their operations, for example by scheduling staff based on expected foot traffic.

Some of BestTime's key features include:

• Foot Traffic Forecasts: Data on how busy a venue will be at any hour of the week.
• Live Foot Traffic Data: Real-time data on foot traffic activity for better decision-making.
• Search and Filter: The ability to find locations based on a range of criteria, including location, time and foot traffic forecasts.
• Radar Tool: A visualization tool to see foot traffic data for multiple locations at once.

BestTime charges on a metered, pay-as-you-go basis. The Basic plan costs $0.04 per API credit, with discounts for large-scale usage. Pro plans add more features and cost $99 per month, with discounts for long-term commitments. There are also packages designed for specific needs, such as the Pro Package for 1 venue at $489 per month or the Basic Package for 10,000 venues at $329 per month. Enterprise plans with custom integrations and priority support are available upon request.

BestTime uses anonymized smartphone GPS signals to gather data, meaning no personal information is collected. The data is aggregated and normalized to give accurate foot traffic insights. The service covers more than 150 countries around the world, making it useful for businesses and consumers.

By incorporating BestTime into their apps, users can make informed decisions about when to visit or manage venues, leading to a better experience and more efficient operations.

Published on June 14, 2024