A Setmore Alternative with Free SMS Reminders

Setmore's free plan covers up to four users with email reminders; SMS reminders are on its paid Pro plan, which is priced per user. Bookin' Cloud's free plan includes SMS and email reminders and unlimited staff, with paid plans priced by appointment volume instead of by user.

Bookin' Cloud

  • Free: $0, 30 appointments/month
  • Growth: $29/month, 300 appointments/month
  • Business: $79/month, 900 appointments/month
  • Every feature on every plan, including Free
  • Unlimited staff and locations at no extra cost
  • SMS and email confirmations and reminders
  • Add-ons and size-based pricing (e.g. SUV vs. sedan)
  • Mobile / at-home bookings with the customer's address
  • Custom booking questions
  • No commission on any booking

Setmore

  • Free: up to 4 users, email reminders only
  • Pro: priced per user (from $5/user/month on annual billing)
  • Pro includes SMS reminders (500 credits per team member per month)
  • The free plan sends one reminder per booking and has no 2-way calendar sync or deposits.

From Setmore's published pricing, checked October 2026. Prices change, so confirm on their site.

When Setmore is the better choice

Setmore is the better choice if you need unlimited appointments on a free plan and email-only reminders are enough, or you need its 2-way calendar sync or deposits on Pro.

Bookin' Cloud is honest about what it doesn't do yet:

  • No online payments, deposits, or no-show fees yet
  • No marketplace that sends you new customers
  • No point-of-sale or invoicing

When Bookin' Cloud is the better choice

If what you need is for customers to book themselves online, get reminders, and show up, without paying per staff member, per location, or a commission on new clients, Bookin' Cloud covers that on the Free plan. Paid plans only raise how many appointments you can take each month.

Frequently asked questions

Is Bookin' Cloud really free compared to Setmore?

Yes. The Free plan includes every feature for up to 30 appointments a month. Paid plans only raise the monthly appointment limit.

Can I move from Setmore to Bookin' Cloud?

Yes. Add your services, staff, and hours (or use the one-click starter services), then share your new booking link. Most businesses are set up in a few minutes.

When should I stay with Setmore?

Setmore is the better choice if you need unlimited appointments on a free plan and email-only reminders are enough, or you need its 2-way calendar sync or deposits on Pro.

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Sources: Setmore pricing. Setmore is a trademark of its owner. This page is an independent comparison and isn't affiliated with or endorsed by Setmore.