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theCut alternatives

As of Nov 13, 2026, the highest-graded theCut alternative is Setmore (2.8 GPA). It's also the best free one. The catch, in its listing's words: "Up to 4 users."

theCut compared with 5 alternatives: Setmore, Picktime, Reservio, Noona and Planity.

theCut has a free plan. Paid plans start at $25 per month for Pro. 3 of the 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan. One more offers a free trial.

Listings checked up to Nov 13, 2026 · Where the facts come from

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At a glance

ToolPriceFree planRuns on
theCutThis toolFree plan · from $25/moYesWeb, iOS, Android
SetmoreFree plan · from $5/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android
PicktimeFree plan · from $3/moYesWeb, iOS, Android
ReservioFree plan · from $10/moYesWeb, iOS, Android
NoonaFree trial · from $8.50/moTrial onlyWeb, iOS, Android
PlanityPaidNoWeb

Price against what you get

theCut starts at $25 a month and scores 2.3 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. 1 of the 4 alternatives on this chart scores higher and starts lower: Setmore.

Picktime, Reservio and Noona start lower without scoring higher.

Features, ease of use and platforms, averaged

D1.0C2.0B3.0A4.0Free$0.5$1$2$5$10$20$50$100$200$500$1k$2kMore for lessCosts more, scores moreCosts less, scores lessCosts more, scores lesstheCutSetmorePicktimeReservioNoona

What paid plans start at, a month (each step along is roughly double) →

  • The best score at each price
  • Has a free plan
  • No free plan
The full chart of calendar and scheduling apps, and the best at every price

How each one differs from theCut

  1. Setmore

    Appointment booking app with a free plan for up to four staff

    • Setmore starts at $5 per user / month, billed annually ($12 billed monthly).
    • Setmore also lists macOS and Windows apps.
    • Setmore does not cover appointment booking, which theCut does.

    Suits: Small service businesses that want free booking for up to four staff

    Setmore vs theCutSetmore pricing and details

  2. Picktime

    Appointment and class booking software with a free plan

    • Picktime starts at $3 per user / month, billed annually ($4 billed monthly).
    • Picktime also covers calendar, invoicing and class booking.
    • Picktime does not cover reports, which theCut does.

    Suits: Salons, studios and small clinics that need booking and reminders cheaply

    Picktime vs theCutPicktime pricing and details

  3. Reservio

    Online booking system with client management and mobile apps

    • Reservio starts at $10 per month, prepaid for 6 months ($60), plus VAT.
    • Reservio also covers calendar and class booking.
    • Reservio does not cover reports, which theCut does.

    Suits: Solo professionals and small salons that want a free booking page

    Reservio vs theCutReservio pricing and details

  4. Noona

    Appointment scheduling and booking marketplace for salons and clinics

    • Noona starts at $8.50 per seat / month for teams, billed annually.
    • Noona has no free plan, only a free trial, unlike theCut.
    • Noona also covers inventory and sMS marketing.
    • Noona does not cover reports, which theCut does.

    Suits: Solo beauty and wellness practitioners

    Noona vs theCutNoona pricing and details

  5. Planity

    French beauty booking marketplace with salon software, Planity Pro

    • Planity has no free plan, unlike theCut.
    • Planity lists no iOS and Android apps, which theCut has.
    • Planity also covers inventory and sMS marketing.
    • Planity does not cover reports, which theCut does.

    Suits: Hair, barber, nail and beauty salons in France

    Planity vs theCutPlanity pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in theCut

  • Payments carry a 2.75% processing fee on both Free and Pro, per the plan comparison.
  • The free plan charges $10 for each new client found through the app; Pro includes client discovery.
  • SMS reminders, recurring appointments and revenue reporting are Pro features.
  • It is built around barbers and shops, not general appointment businesses.
theCut pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to theCut?

The alternatives to theCut in this directory are Setmore, Picktime, Reservio, Noona and Planity. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with theCut.

Is there a free alternative to theCut?

Yes. Setmore, Picktime and Reservio have a free plan alongside paid ones.

Which theCut alternatives work on Windows?

The theCut listing does not include a Windows app. Setmore lists one.

Which theCut alternatives work on macOS?

The theCut listing does not include a macOS app. Setmore lists one.

When were these prices checked?

Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Nov 13, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.

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