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Head-to-head · Appointment Scheduling Software

Setmore vs DayOtter

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 7 checks side by side
Higher score Setmore #6 in Appointment Scheduling Software 8.7/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 4 of 5 features Visit Setmore
DayOtter #64 in Appointment Scheduling Software 3.7/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 5 of 5 features Visit DayOtter

Setmore leads on 1 check, DayOtter on 0, and 6 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 7 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreSetmore · 8.7/10
  • Lowest starting priceSetmore · $5/user/mo
  • Free planboth
  • Most featuresDayOtter · 5 of 5

Setmore scores higher on our rubric for appointment scheduling software: 8.7 against 3.7 out of 10; our editors rank them #6 and #64.

Setmore is cheaper to start at $5/user/mo against $9/user/mo.

Setmore is the better fit for small businesses wanting a mature low-cost option. DayOtter is the better fit for open-source scheduling with AI assistance.

  • Setmore fits best

    Small businesses wanting a mature low-cost option

  • DayOtter fits best

    Open-source scheduling with AI assistance

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Side by side

Feature Setmore 8.7/10 Visit ↗ DayOtter 3.7/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.7 3.7
Ranking #6 in Appointment Scheduling Software #64 in Appointment Scheduling Software
Best for Small businesses wanting a mature low-cost option Open-source scheduling with AI assistance
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free plan + paid
Starting price $5/user/mo (best) $9/seat/mo
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Desktop, Mobile Cloud, Self-hosted, Mobile
Platforms Web, iOS, Android Web, Android
Support Email, Live chat, Phone, Docs · 24/7 Community, Docs
Integrations 40+ integrations 11 integrations
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Solo, Small business, Mid-market
Features Setmore 4/5 · DayOtter 5/5
Booking pages ✓ ✓
Group booking ✓ ✓
Round-robin scheduling Not checked yet ✓ (best)
Automated reminders ✓ ✓
Payment collection ✓ ✓
Specs
Calendar sync Two-way Two-way
Our review
Pros
  • Free plan includes unlimited appointments, payments, and mobile apps
  • Pro adds two-way calendar sync, recurring appointments, and API access
  • Supports classes, reminders, payments, and many business integrations
  • Free plan includes unlimited event types and booking pages
  • Self-hosted edition unlocks Pro features under AGPLv3
  • Supports routing, round-robin scheduling, reminders, payments, and CRM sync
Cons
  • Free plan is limited to four users
  • Monthly Pro billing is $12 per user, versus $5 annually
  • Teams needing dedicated round-robin routing should compare alternatives
  • Hosted Pro costs $9 per seat per month
  • Self-hosting requires customer-managed infrastructure and credentials
  • Platform coverage centers on web, Android, self-hosting, and API access
Our verdict

Setmore is appointment scheduling software for small businesses and teams. It combines customer-facing Booking Pages with staff calendars, availability, permissions, appointment booking, group classes, automated reminders, payment…

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DayOtter is an appointment scheduling platform for individuals and teams that need shareable booking pages, calendar coordination, reminders, group polls, and team scheduling. Its booking pages support intake questions, buffers, recurring…

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  1. SetmoreAppointment Scheduling Software 8.7Free plan
  2. DayOtterAppointment Scheduling Software 3.7Free plan

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Setmore — where it wins

    • Free plan includes unlimited appointments, payments, and mobile apps
    • Pro adds two-way calendar sync, recurring appointments, and API access
    • Supports classes, reminders, payments, and many business integrations

    Where it doesn't

    • Free plan is limited to four users
    • Monthly Pro billing is $12 per user, versus $5 annually
    • Teams needing dedicated round-robin routing should compare alternatives

  • DayOtter — where it wins

    • Free plan includes unlimited event types and booking pages
    • Self-hosted edition unlocks Pro features under AGPLv3
    • Supports routing, round-robin scheduling, reminders, payments, and CRM sync

    Where it doesn't

    • Hosted Pro costs $9 per seat per month
    • Self-hosting requires customer-managed infrastructure and credentials
    • Platform coverage centers on web, Android, self-hosting, and API access

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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