Acuity Scheduling Pricing Guide 2026
Everything you need to know about Acuity's plans and what they really cost
Here's what Acuity Scheduling charges in 2026: plans start at $16 and scale up to $49. Watch out for hidden fees on SMS, integrations, and team seats. Compare with SchedulingKit pricing.
Acuity Scheduling Pricing Plans
Here's what Acuity Scheduling charges for their scheduling software in 2026.
Emerging
per month, billed annually
- 1 staff member
- Unlimited appointments
- Customizable booking page
- Appointment reminders
- Stripe/Square payments
- Zoom integration
Growing
per month, billed annually
- Up to 6 staff members
- Everything in Emerging
- Text message reminders
- Classes & group scheduling
- Packages & subscriptions
- Remove Acuity branding
Powerhouse
per month, billed annually
- Up to 36 staff members
- Everything in Growing
- Multiple time zones
- Custom API access
- Advanced workflows
- Priority support
Prices as of 2026-04-25. Visit Acuity Scheduling for current pricing.
Hidden Costs to Know
Before signing up for Acuity Scheduling, be aware of these additional costs:
- No free plan available - must pay from day one after trial
- SMS reminders require Growing plan ($27/month minimum)
- Monthly billing costs more than annual (up to 20% more)
- API access only on Powerhouse plan ($49/month)
- Additional staff beyond plan limits not allowed - must upgrade
Acuity Scheduling Pricing History
Acquired by Squarespace
Pricing tiers restructured with new plan names
Growing plan increased from $25 to $27/month
Acuity Scheduling vs SchedulingKit
See how SchedulingKit compares on features and pricing.
| Feature | Acuity | SchedulingKit |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $16/month | $0 (Free forever) |
| Free Plan | Not available | Unlimited bookings |
| Client Intake Forms | Advanced custom forms | Basic form fields |
| Staff Scheduling (6) | $27/month | $5/seat/month |
| Squarespace Integration | Native (owned by Squarespace) | Via embed/link |
| Payment Collection | All paid plans | Free plan included |
| API Access | $49/month (Powerhouse) | All Pro plans |
Our Verdict
Acuity is powerful for service businesses but has no free option. Starting at $16/month for just 1 staff member, it's expensive for small teams. SchedulingKit offers comparable features with a free-forever plan and more affordable team pricing.
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