Pixieset
Photography
Client galleries plus a photography website. Free plan.
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Booking and scheduling tools for photographers
For photographers, bookings and scheduling usually means booking shoots and consultation calls. We matched 6 tools to this job, and 4 of them list a free plan. They are in our order of fit, and that order is never paid for.
The tools, in our order of fit
HoneyBook
Client management
Proposals, contracts, invoices and bookings in one flow for client work.
Calendly
Scheduling
Send a link and let customers pick a time. Free plan available.
Acuity Scheduling
Bookings
Online booking page with reminders, intake forms and payments. 7 day free trial.
Setmore
Bookings
Free booking page for teams of up to 4 users.
Square Appointments
Bookings
Free single location booking calendar that ties in with Square payments.
How to choose
- Choose a tool that shows live availability, so clients cannot double book you.
- Automatic reminders by email or text help cut missed appointments.
- Check whether you can take deposits or card details when clients book.
- Make sure clients can book from your website, Google profile and social pages.
Prices at a glance
| Tool | Starting price | Free plan | Free trial |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pixieset | Basic $8/month billed annually ($10 monthly) | Yes | Not listed |
| HoneyBook | Starter $29/month (billed annually) | No | Yes |
| Calendly | Standard $10/seat/month (billed annually) | Yes | Not listed |
| Acuity Scheduling | Starter $16/month (billed annually) | No | Yes |
| Setmore | Pro $5/user/month (billed annually) | Yes | Not listed |
| Square Appointments | Plus £29/month per location | Yes | Not listed |
Starting prices as shown on each official pricing page. Local prices can differ.
Questions people ask
What is the best bookings tool for photographers?
It depends on how you work. Our first pick is Pixieset. Client galleries plus a photography website. Free plan. HoneyBook and Calendly are close alternatives.
Is there a free bookings tool for photographers?
Yes. Pixieset, Calendly, Setmore and Square Appointments list a free plan on the official pricing page. Paid plans add more features and higher limits.
How much do bookings and scheduling tools cost for photographers?
Pixieset lists Basic $8/month billed annually ($10 monthly). HoneyBook lists Starter $29/month (billed annually). Calendly lists Standard $10/seat/month (billed annually). Prices can change, so check the official page before you buy.
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