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Setmore alternatives: 6 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Setmore: text reminders and two-way calendar sync require Pro, and free plan carries Setmore branding. We ranked 6 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Setmore, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Square Appointments currently ranks first.

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The best Setmore alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

Square Appointments logo

Best Setmore alternative for most people

Square Appointments

Free single-location booking that ties into Square's payment hardware and POS.

SimplyBook.me logo

Best Setmore alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

SimplyBook.me

More add-on modules for classes, memberships and industry needs.

Picktime logo

Best Setmore alternative for iPhone and Android

Picktime

Free plan with resources and locations, and very cheap paid seats.

Acuity Scheduling logo

Best Setmore alternative for working in the browser

Acuity Scheduling

Richer intake forms, packages and gift certificates for practitioners.

Setmore alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Setmore?

Square Appointments ranks first right now. Free single-location booking that ties into Square's payment hardware and POS. SimplyBook.me and Picktime follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Setmore?

Yes. Square Appointments (free plan + paid), SimplyBook.me (free plan + paid), Picktime (free plan + paid) and Zoho Bookings (free plan + paid) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to Setmore?

None of the 6 alternatives in this list is open source.

Why do people switch from Setmore?

The complaints we hear most: text reminders and two-way calendar sync require Pro; free plan carries Setmore branding; reporting is basic for multi-location businesses.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Setmore, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.