Feature comparison
| Feature | Acuity Scheduling | Calper |
|---|---|---|
| Take payments in India (Razorpay + UPI) | Stripe, Square, PayPal (USD-first) | Built in — connect your own Razorpay account, get paid in INR via UPI, cards & netbanking |
| Pay-to-book / deposits | Depends on gateway & plan | Yes — full fee or deposit collected before the slot is confirmed |
| Pricing model | Paid monthly plans, no free tier | Free to start, then a one-time lifetime upgrade (no monthly per-seat fees) |
| AI reminders & follow-ups | Automated reminders on all paid plans | Built-in AI handles confirmations, reminders and post-session follow-ups |
| Best suited for | US service businesses on Squarespace | Indian professionals & service businesses charging for their time |
| Embed on your site | Usually available | One-line iframe embed, themed to match your brand |
When Acuity Scheduling is the right call
A feature-rich scheduler from Squarespace for service businesses. If that’s your priority — us service businesses on squarespace — Acuity Scheduling is a strong choice and worth a look.
When Calper is the right call
If you’re an Indian professional or service business that charges for appointments, Calper is purpose-built: collect payment (or a deposit) up front through your own Razorpay account, cut no-shows, automate reminders and follow-ups with AI, and pay once for lifetime access instead of a monthly per-seat fee.
FAQ
Should I choose Calper or Acuity Scheduling?+
Choose Calper if you're taking paid appointments in India and want Razorpay/UPI payments, deposits, and AI reminders without a monthly subscription. Acuity Scheduling may fit better if you specifically need what it's known for: us service businesses on squarespace.
Does Acuity Scheduling support Razorpay and UPI?+
Acuity Scheduling handles payments via stripe, square, paypal (usd-first). Calper connects your own Razorpay account, so you collect INR through UPI, cards and netbanking, and the money lands directly with you.
Is Calper cheaper than Acuity Scheduling?+
Calper is free to start and its paid tier is a one-time lifetime upgrade, whereas Acuity Scheduling uses paid monthly plans, no free tier. For solo professionals and small teams, a one-time cost usually beats a recurring subscription.