Feature comparison
| Feature | Topmate | Calper |
|---|---|---|
| Take payments in India (Razorpay + UPI) | Built-in payouts (commission per booking) | 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 to start; commission on earnings | Free to start, then a one-time lifetime upgrade (no monthly per-seat fees) |
| AI reminders & follow-ups | Reminders and basic follow-ups | Built-in AI handles confirmations, reminders and post-session follow-ups |
| Best suited for | Indian creators selling advice sessions | Indian professionals & service businesses charging for their time |
| Embed on your site | Usually available | One-line iframe embed, themed to match your brand |
When Topmate is the right call
A popular India-born platform for experts to monetise time. If that’s your priority — indian creators selling advice sessions — Topmate 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 Topmate?+
Choose Calper if you're taking paid appointments in India and want Razorpay/UPI payments, deposits, and AI reminders without a monthly subscription. Topmate may fit better if you specifically need what it's known for: indian creators selling advice sessions.
Does Topmate support Razorpay and UPI?+
Topmate handles payments via built-in payouts (commission per booking). 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 Topmate?+
Calper is free to start and its paid tier is a one-time lifetime upgrade, whereas Topmate uses free to start; commission on earnings. For solo professionals and small teams, a one-time cost usually beats a recurring subscription.