Comparison

The best free booking app for Shopify appointments

Most Shopify booking apps advertise a free plan, then cap your bookings or hold Google Calendar sync behind a paywall. If you want a free plan that actually runs a booking business, unlimited appointments and two-way calendar sync at no cost, here's how the popular apps line up.

Add to Shopify
App
Free bookings
Calendar sync (free)
SMS (free)
Starting paid
SMS Reminder
Unlimited
Included, two-way
Optional paid
$19/mo
Cowlendar
5 / month
Paid only
Paid
$13.99/mo
Appointo
Unlimited (branded)
Paid only
Paid (usage)
$14/mo
Apntly
Single service
Limited / paid
Pay-per-SMS
$5/mo
BTA (BookThatApp)
Up to 10
Paid tiers
Paid
$25/mo

Comparison compiled July 2026 from publicly available information. These apps update their plans, pricing, and features often. Please verify current details on each listing before deciding.

When a competitor is the better pick
Cowlendar or BTA for complex rentals and events
Apntly if you need only one service at the lowest price
Appointo for its advanced booking types. All are strong, mature apps.
Why our free plan is different
Unlimited bookings and free two-way Google Calendar sync
No app branding on your booking page
Most free plans here cap bookings or put calendar sync on paid
FAQ

Common questions

Is it really free? +

Yes. Unlimited bookings and two-way Google Calendar sync are free, forever. You only pay if you want SMS reminders or higher-volume features.

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.

What do paid plans add? +

SMS reminders and confirmations, and higher monthly volumes with more synced calendars.

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