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Zoho Bookings alternatives

Zoho Bookings compared with 7 alternatives: Calendly, Microsoft Bookings, Setmore, SimplyBook.me, Acuity Scheduling and 2 more.

Zoho Bookings has a free plan. Paid plans start at $6 per user / month, billed annually ($8 billed monthly). 5 of the 7 alternatives are free or have a free plan. 2 more offer a free trial.

7 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 5, 2026 · Where the facts come from

At a glance

ToolPriceFree planRuns on
Zoho BookingsThis toolFree plan · from $6/moYesWeb, iOS, Android, Browser extension
CalendlyFree plan · from $10/moYesWeb, iOS, Android, Browser extension
Microsoft BookingsFree trial · from $5.40/moTrial onlyWeb
SetmoreFree plan · from $5/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android
SimplyBook.meFree plan · from €11.9/moYesWeb, iOS, Android
Acuity SchedulingFree trial · from $16/moTrial onlyWeb, iOS, Android
OnceHubFree plan · from $10/moYesWeb, Browser extension
Square AppointmentsFree plan · from $49/moYesWeb, iOS, Android

How each one differs from Zoho Bookings

  1. Calendly

    Booking links and team scheduling for external meetings

    • Calendly starts at $10 per seat / month, billed yearly. Zoho Bookings starts at $6 per user / month, billed annually ($8 billed monthly).
    • Calendly also covers meeting notes and transcription.
    • Zoho Bookings also covers workflow automation and reports.

    Suits: Sales, recruiting and customer teams that book many external meetings

    Calendly vs Zoho BookingsCalendly pricing and details

  2. Microsoft Bookings

    Appointment booking pages included with Microsoft 365

    • Microsoft Bookings starts at $5.40 per user / month, paid yearly (Business Basic without Teams; $7.00 with Teams). Zoho Bookings starts at $6 per user / month, billed annually ($8 billed monthly).
    • Zoho Bookings has a free plan. Microsoft Bookings does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only Zoho Bookings lists iOS and Android apps.
    • Only Zoho Bookings lists a browser extension.
    • Zoho Bookings also covers workflow automation.

    Suits: Organizations already paying for Microsoft 365 that need appointment booking

    Microsoft Bookings vs Zoho BookingsMicrosoft Bookings pricing and details

  3. 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). Zoho Bookings starts at $6 per user / month, billed annually ($8 billed monthly).
    • Only Setmore lists macOS and Windows apps.
    • Only Zoho Bookings lists a browser extension.
    • Zoho Bookings also covers workflow automation.

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

    Setmore vs Zoho BookingsSetmore pricing and details

  4. SimplyBook.me

    Online booking system for service businesses, priced by volume

    • SimplyBook.me starts at €11.9 per month, billed annually (€13.9 billed monthly). Zoho Bookings starts at $6 per user / month, billed annually ($8 billed monthly).
    • Only Zoho Bookings lists a browser extension.
    • Zoho Bookings also covers workflow automation.

    Suits: Service businesses with several staff that prefer a flat fee over per-user pricing

    SimplyBook.me vs Zoho BookingsSimplyBook.me pricing and details

  5. Acuity Scheduling

    Appointment booking, payments and reminders for service businesses

    • Acuity Scheduling starts at $16 per month, billed annually ($20 billed monthly). Zoho Bookings starts at $6 per user / month, billed annually ($8 billed monthly).
    • Zoho Bookings has a free plan. Acuity Scheduling does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only Zoho Bookings lists a browser extension.
    • Acuity Scheduling also covers invoicing.
    • Zoho Bookings also covers workflow automation and reports.

    Suits: Salons, studios, coaches, tutors and other appointment-based businesses

    Acuity Scheduling vs Zoho BookingsAcuity Scheduling pricing and details

  6. OnceHub

    Scheduling with lead routing, phone agents and web chatbots

    • OnceHub starts at $10 per seat / month, billed annually ($12 billed monthly). Zoho Bookings starts at $6 per user / month, billed annually ($8 billed monthly).
    • Only Zoho Bookings lists iOS and Android apps.
    • Zoho Bookings also covers workflow automation.

    Suits: Sales and service teams that qualify leads before booking

    OnceHub vs Zoho BookingsOnceHub pricing and details

  7. Square Appointments

    Booking, point of sale and payments for appointment businesses

    • Square Appointments starts at $49 per location / month (Square Plus). Zoho Bookings starts at $6 per user / month, billed annually ($8 billed monthly).
    • Only Zoho Bookings lists a browser extension.
    • Square Appointments also covers invoicing.
    • Zoho Bookings also covers workflow automation.

    Suits: Salons, barbershops and spas that want booking and checkout in one system

    Square Appointments vs Zoho BookingsSquare Appointments pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in Zoho Bookings

  • The free plan is limited to one user.
  • Online payments, group and recurring bookings, SMS and WhatsApp notifications, white labeling and a custom domain all need Premium.
  • Basic is limited to one workspace. Extra workspaces beyond Premium's three, and bookable resources, are paid add-ons.
  • Revenue reports, the customer portal, appointment limits and the audit log are Premium-only.
Zoho Bookings pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to Zoho Bookings?

The alternatives to Zoho Bookings in this directory are Calendly, Microsoft Bookings, Setmore, SimplyBook.me, Acuity Scheduling, OnceHub and Square Appointments. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Zoho Bookings.

Is there a free alternative to Zoho Bookings?

Yes. Calendly, Setmore, SimplyBook.me, OnceHub and Square Appointments have a free plan alongside paid ones.

Which Zoho Bookings alternatives work on Windows?

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

Which Zoho Bookings alternatives work on macOS?

The Zoho Bookings 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 4, 2026 to Oct 5, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.

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