Acuity Scheduling vs TidyCal
A head-to-head comparison for 2026 — pricing, features, and which is better for different use cases.
Quick Comparison
| Feature | Acuity Scheduling | TidyCal |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $16/mo | $29 lifetime |
| Free Tier | 7-day trial | Free plan available |
| Team Scheduling | Yes (Growing plan) | No |
| Integrations | Zoom, Stripe, Square, QuickBooks | Google Cal, Outlook, Zoom, Stripe |
| Payments | Yes (built-in) | Yes |
| Best For | Service businesses + clinics | Solopreneurs + budget |
Acuity Scheduling — Overview
Acuity Scheduling (by Squarespace) is the most customizable scheduling tool. Intake forms, package/membership selling, HIPAA compliance, and multi-location support. Stronger than Calendly for service businesses that need intake workflows and payments.
TidyCal — Overview
TidyCal is the lifetime deal scheduling tool from AppSumo. Pay $29 once, use forever. Covers the core scheduling needs — booking pages, calendar sync, time zones — without monthly fees. Limited integrations compared to Calendly but hard to beat on value.
Key Differences
Full service platform vs simple scheduler. Acuity handles complex service businesses — intake forms, packages, memberships, multiple staff, HIPAA. TidyCal handles basic booking. Completely different complexity levels. Acuity for service businesses. TidyCal for simple meeting scheduling.
The Verdict
Choose Acuity for service businesses with complex booking needs. Choose TidyCal for simple scheduling at a one-time $29 price.