Salon-specific, same $0.
Setmore is a capable general-purpose scheduler, and its free plan is generous: up to 4 users and unlimited appointments. The differences are elsewhere: it prices per user, in $ without naming the currency; text reminders and deposits need its Pro plan; and its plans list no gift vouchers. Porchlight bills in NZD, one flat price for up to 8 staff, with gift vouchers on every plan - Free included.
8 staff
Setmore Free sends email reminders only, and taking a deposit needs Pro. Porchlight Free has unlimited bookings and unlimited email reminders too; Solo adds 100 text reminders a month and deposits, set up with you, for NZ$29.
Setmore lists its prices in $ without naming the currency: Pro is $12 per user a month, or $5 per user on annual billing. Porchlight bills in NZD: Solo $29/month, Team $59/month flat.
Setmore schedules anything, group classes included, and its plans list no gift vouchers. Porchlight is built for salons and spas, with gift vouchers and reports on every plan.
Same $0 to start - very different bills as you grow.
| Feature | Setmore | Porchlight |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Up to 4 users and unlimited appointments; email reminders only | 1 staff calendar, own booking page, unlimited bookings and email reminders |
| 4 staff | Pro $48/month billed monthly, or $20/month billed annually | Team $59/month flat (NZD) |
| 8 staff | Pro $96/month billed monthly, or $40/month billed annually | Still $59/month flat |
| Billing currency | Not named on its pricing page | NZD - no exchange-rate surprises |
| SMS reminders | Pro only: 500 SMS credits per team member each month, more bought in the app; availability varies by country | 100 texts included on Solo, 250 on Team - then 15c or less each |
| Gift vouchers | Not listed on its plans | On every plan, Free included |
| Deposits | Pro only | Included from Solo - $29/month, set up with you |
| Group classes | Group classes on every plan, Free included | On Team, in the Porchlight Business app (App Store and Google Play) |
| Data export | Yes | CSV on every tier, including Free |
Setmore facts checked October 2026 on Setmore’s pricing page, standard pricing. Porchlight prices are the final price - nothing is added. If something here is out of date, email our team .
If Setmore’s free plan brought you here, switching costs the same $0 you pay now. Our free plan includes your own online booking page with unlimited bookings and gift vouchers - billed in NZD. When you’re ready for text reminders and deposits, it’s Solo at $29/month or Team at $59/month flat for up to 8 staff.
Start free today, or book a free switch and we’ll help you get set up.
Free plan available forever. Solo and Team: 14 days free, no card needed.