Comparison

A free alternative to Appointo for Shopify booking

Appointo is a mature, highly-rated app (4.9 stars, 870+ reviews, Built for Shopify) with a deep feature set. If you want its breadth, it's a strong choice. But Appointo's free plan carries Appointo branding and keeps Google Calendar sync on paid, while ours is free and unbranded. Here's the difference.

Add to Shopify
SMS Reminder
Appointo
Bookings (free)
Unlimited, unbranded
Unlimited, Appointo-branded
Google Calendar sync (free)
Included
Paid only ($14+)
SMS reminders
Included free
Paid (per-message usage)
Deposits
Once live
Paid
Reviews / maturity
New
4.9, 870+, Built for Shopify
Starting price
Free — no paid plan
$14/mo

Comparison compiled July 2026 from publicly available information. Appointo may have updated their plans, pricing, or features since. Please verify current details on their listing before deciding.

Where Appointo is strong
A large feature set: waitlists, group booking, and subscriptions
Microsoft and Apple calendar options, plus POS integration
A big review base and the Built for Shopify badge
Where SMS Reminder wins
Free two-way Google Calendar sync, where Appointo gates sync to paid
No app branding on your booking page
SMS reminders and confirmations included free, not per-message charges

Who should pick which

Choose Appointo

If you need its advanced booking types today, like waitlists, subscriptions, or group booking.

Choose SMS Reminder

If you want free calendar sync, an unbranded booking page, and SMS reminders included.

FAQ

Common questions

Is it really free? +

Yes. Unlimited bookings, two-way Google Calendar sync, and SMS reminders and confirmations are all included at no cost. No per-booking caps and no paid plan.

Do I need to code? +

No. Add the booking button to any page and set your availability.

Does it work on mobile? +

Yes, customers can book on desktop or mobile.

Can clients reply to the reminder? +

Yes. Clients reply to confirm or cancel — or tap the link in the reminder. To reschedule, they pick a new time on the booking page.

How does calendar sync work? +

Two-way: bookings appear on your Google Calendar, and times you block on your calendar become unavailable on the store.

Try the free tier for yourself