Feature comparison
| Feature | Housecall Pro | Calper |
|---|---|---|
| Take payments in India (Razorpay + UPI) | Housecall payments | 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 | Monthly plans by team size | Free to start, then a one-time lifetime upgrade (no monthly per-seat fees) |
| AI reminders & follow-ups | Job reminders and follow-ups | Built-in AI handles confirmations, reminders and post-session follow-ups |
| Best suited for | Home-service and field teams | Indian professionals & service businesses charging for their time |
| Embed on your site | Usually available | One-line iframe embed, themed to match your brand |
When Housecall Pro is the right call
Field-service scheduling and dispatch for home-service pros. If that’s your priority — home-service and field teams — Housecall Pro 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 Housecall Pro?+
Choose Calper if you're taking paid appointments in India and want Razorpay/UPI payments, deposits, and AI reminders without a monthly subscription. Housecall Pro may fit better if you specifically need what it's known for: home-service and field teams.
Does Housecall Pro support Razorpay and UPI?+
Housecall Pro handles payments via housecall payments. 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 Housecall Pro?+
Calper is free to start and its paid tier is a one-time lifetime upgrade, whereas Housecall Pro uses monthly plans by team size. For solo professionals and small teams, a one-time cost usually beats a recurring subscription.