radiusHQ vs Acuity Scheduling

Acuity is powerful but complex — built for Squarespace users, with a steep learning curve and pricing that adds up. radiusHQ gives you a simpler, more affordable storefront with booking built in.

Feature comparison

FeatureradiusHQAcuity
Setup time
radiusHQ: 10 minutes. Acuity: 1-2 hours due to complex setup wizard.
Branded storefront
radiusHQ gives you a full branded page. Acuity's pages feel dated and template-locked.
No-code page builder
radiusHQ has drag-and-drop blocks. Acuity has limited customization.
Link-in-bio functionality
Share one link that shows everything. Acuity is a booking tool, not a bio page.
Team scheduling
Both support team scheduling. Acuity requires Squarespace. radiusHQ is standalone.
Guest booking
Both let clients book without creating an account.
Automated reminders
Both offer email and SMS reminders.
Intake forms & questionnaires
Acuity supports custom intake forms. radiusHQ has basic client notes.
Fair-load routing
radiusHQ auto-assigns to the least busy team member. Acuity requires manual routing.
No per-seat pricing
radiusHQ charges flat rates. Acuity's pricing gets expensive with multiple calendars.

When to choose radiusHQ over Acuity

When to choose Acuity over radiusHQ

Pricing comparison

radiusHQAcuity
Free plan$0 (1 pro, branded)$0 (limited, Squarespace required)
Solo pro$12/mo (unbranded)$16/mo
Small team$29/mo (up to 10 pros)$27/mo + $6/mo per calendar
Enterprise$79/mo (unlimited pros)Custom pricing

Prices as of June 2026. Acuity pricing based on publicly listed rates. radiusHQ also offers a lifetime deal.

The short version in plain English

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