How to Build Your Own Setmore
Replace Setmore with a custom build. Free online appointment scheduling software for businesses
Build Difficulty: 5/5
Build a working replacement in a weekend with AI tools
Estimated Timeline
Based on 47 features at Weekend Project difficulty, expect about One weekend with AI-assisted development.
Recommended Tech Stack
Full-stack React framework with API routes and server components
PostgreSQL database, auth, and real-time subscriptions
Utility-first styling for rapid UI development
Key Features to Replicate
Top features across 8 categories. See all 47 features
Scheduling(7 features)
Block time slots for staff unavailability, lunch breaks, or maintenance.
Allow customers to self-service reschedule or cancel appointments online.
Allow customers to book appointments for multiple people in a single booking.
Customers can view availability and book appointments directly from your website or mobile app.
Set up recurring appointments and recurring services for subscription-based bookings.
+2 more in this category
Customer Communication(6 features)
Automatically send appointment confirmation emails to customers after booking.
Create conditional intake forms with logic-based questions and branching.
Customize reminder messages, timing, and frequency for customer notifications.
Send SMS and email reminders to reduce no-shows and keep customers informed.
Create custom questionnaires and intake forms for customers to complete during booking.
+1 more in this category
Team Management(4 features)
Manage multiple team members with individual calendars, availability, and scheduling preferences.
Set complex availability rules for staff including buffer times and appointment gaps.
Provide staff members with a dedicated portal to manage their schedules and client notes.
Create and manage work schedules for staff members with shift planning.
Customer Management(3 features)
Add and store notes on customer appointments for service history and follow-up.
View complete communication history with customers including emails and messages.
Store and manage customer information, preferences, and booking history in a centralized system.
Integration(3 features)
Access Setmore's API for custom integrations and advanced functionality.
Synchronize appointments with Google Calendar, Outlook, and iCal to prevent double bookings.
Automatically generate and send video conference links for virtual appointments.
Marketing(3 features)
Automatically send birthday greetings and special offers to customers.
Build loyalty with punch cards, rewards, and discount programs for repeat customers.
Send marketing campaigns and newsletters to your customer base.
Reporting(3 features)
View metrics on bookings, no-shows, cancellations, and customer acquisition.
Track revenue, payments received, and financial performance with detailed reports.
Track staff productivity with metrics on bookings, revenue, and customer satisfaction.
Service Management(3 features)
Create different appointment types with unique durations, prices, and requirements.
Organize services by category and set custom durations, pricing, and availability.
Bundle multiple services together with custom pricing for package deals.
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DIY hosting estimate based on Vercel + Supabase free/pro tiers (~$20/mo). Build time estimated from 47 features at very easy complexity.