Feature comparison
| Feature | Setmore | Calper |
|---|---|---|
| Take payments in India (Razorpay + UPI) | Square / Stripe / PayPal | 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 | Free tier, then per-user monthly | Free to start, then a one-time lifetime upgrade (no monthly per-seat fees) |
| AI reminders & follow-ups | Email reminders; SMS on paid | Built-in AI handles confirmations, reminders and post-session follow-ups |
| Best suited for | Small salons and service 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 Setmore is the right call
A free-to-start appointment scheduler for small teams. If that’s your priority — small salons and service teams — Setmore 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 Setmore?+
Choose Calper if you're taking paid appointments in India and want Razorpay/UPI payments, deposits, and AI reminders without a monthly subscription. Setmore may fit better if you specifically need what it's known for: small salons and service teams.
Does Setmore support Razorpay and UPI?+
Setmore handles payments via square / stripe / paypal. 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 Setmore?+
Calper is free to start and its paid tier is a one-time lifetime upgrade, whereas Setmore uses free tier, then per-user monthly. For solo professionals and small teams, a one-time cost usually beats a recurring subscription.