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ComparisonsApril 1, 2026

The True Cost of Fresha, Booksy, and Vagaro (And a Free Option)

An honest breakdown of the hidden fees in popular booking apps like Fresha, Booksy, and Vagaro.

Written by BookingAPI Team

The True Cost of Fresha, Booksy, and Vagaro (And a Free Option)

If you run a salon or barbershop, you've seen the ads for Fresha, Booksy, and Vagaro. But what is the true cost of these platforms?

Fresha: 'Free' but with Fees

Fresha claims to be free, but they mandate their payment processor and charge heavy fees for new clients they 'bring' you. See our Fresha vs BookingAPI breakdown.

Booksy & Vagaro: The Subscription Trap

Vagaro can cost up to $85/month depending on features. See the Vagaro comparison here. Booksy runs $29.99/month.

The Free Option: BookingAPI

BookingAPI costs $0/month. We charge 3 cents per appointment, and the first 20 are completely free. Try it now.

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