Booksy vs. Vagaro:

This comparison highlights the key differences in pricing, payout flexibility, and hidden costs to help you choose the best partner for your salon.

Comparison as of 11/06/2026

Feature / Metric

Booksy

Vagaro

Starting Price

£40 + VAT / month

£20.00 / month (Scales based on per number of user system)

New Client Fee

£0 Standard Plan (Optional Boost available at 30%)

£0 Commission (Marketplace placement included)

Additional Staff

+£5.00 + VAT per member / month

+£10.00 / month per calendar (Caps at £70/mo flat for 7+ staff)

Payout Speed

Within 24 Hours

Daily automated batching

Bank Accounts

1 Account

Multiple Accounts (Individual accounts per chair)

SMS Reminders

Free & Unlimited (Transactional)

Email/Push free (SMS relies on +£20/mo add-on)

Marketing Tools

Free Email & Push + 500 Free SMS / mo (then 5p/6p)

1,000 free emails/mo (SMS campaigns require +£20/mo engine)

Business Reports

Included (Full suite, no surcharge)

Basic tracking included natively

Custom Intake Forms

Included natively

+£10.00 / month add-on fee

Cancellation Fees

1.29% + 20p + VAT per transaction

2.2% to 3.5% + flat fees depending on merchant volume tier