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Setmore vs SimplyBook.me

Setmore and SimplyBook.me both help you take bookings. Setmore is best for salons and clinics with a few staff; SimplyBook.me is best for businesses that need classes or memberships too.

Feature Setmore SimplyBook.me
What it isAppointment booking for service businessesOnline booking system with many add-ons
PricingFree planFree plan
Free to startYesYes
Best forSalons and clinics with a few staffBusinesses that need classes or memberships too
Jobs it doesTake bookingsTake bookings
Often used bySalons and spas, Clinics, Workshops and home servicesSalons and spas, Clinics, Tuition and training

Why pick Setmore

  • Best for salons and clinics with a few staff
  • Often used by workshops and home services

Setmore gives service businesses a booking page, staff calendars and reminders.

Setmore on Cratepick

Why pick SimplyBook.me

  • Best for businesses that need classes or memberships too
  • Often used by tuition and training

SimplyBook.me provides a booking website and widget with add-ons for payments, classes, memberships and more.

SimplyBook.me on Cratepick

Questions people ask

Is Setmore or SimplyBook.me better for a small business?
It depends on the job. Setmore and SimplyBook.me both help you take bookings. Setmore is best for salons and clinics with a few staff; SimplyBook.me is best for businesses that need classes or memberships too.
Is Setmore or SimplyBook.me free?
Setmore: Free plan. SimplyBook.me: Free plan. Prices change, so check both sites before you sign up.

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    Best for: Teams that want an open-source option

    Free plan
  2. Calendly

    Booking links for meetings and calls

    Best for: Booking calls and consultations

    Free plan
  3. Square Appointments

    Bookings tied to Square payments

    Best for: Businesses already using Square

    Free plan
  4. Alnora

    Clinic booking, deposits and patient records for WordPress

    Best for: Private clinics, dentists and physios already running WordPress

    Free plan
  5. Bookagile

    Free appointment booking with automatic reminders

    Best for: Salons, barbershops and fitness studios taking appointments

    Free

Answers by Sampan