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Fill Your Calendar
Instant booking via website, Google, and more. Stop losing clients to the 11pm booking window.
Comparison Overview
Vagaro: Complex legacy software built on endless add-on fees.
Extensive list of small $10/mo add-on fees that push your true cost far above the advertised base.
The fine print, compared
| Feature | Askie | Vagaro |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly base fee | $29/mo flat (all staff) | $23.99/moBase price for 1 calendar. Capped at $83.99/£80 for 7+ calendars. |
| Commission on new bookings | 0% | 0%No marketplace commissions; lead generation via flat-fee "Get Featured" ($10/mo). |
| Est. monthly cost at $5k revenue | ~$29 | $222 |
| Your customer data | You own it 100% | Strong; full CSV/Excel export for clients, history, and reports. |
| Google Reviews integration | Included free | Available via marketplace reviews; no direct Google integration. |
| Marketplace dependency | None ✓ | Yes — clients visible to competitors |
| Payment processing | BYOD — you control the rate | US: 2.2% + $0.19 (Large Merchant). |
| Cancel anytime | Month-to-month; no contract. |
Pricing verified 2026-07-29 from official Vagaro pricing
What Vagaro really costs your salon
Let's run the numbers on their pricing model.
At $5,000/mo Revenue
$222/mo
$43.99 sub (3 staff) + $30 feature add-ons + $148.50 add-ons & fees.
At $10,000/mo Revenue
$381/mo
$63.99 sub (5 staff) + $30 feature add-ons + $287.00 add-ons & fees.
The full picture on Vagaro
What it does well
Most feature-rich platform — payroll, memberships, marketing tools, and POS all-in-one.
No commission model; transparent per-feature add-on pricing.
Multi-location and large team support at a capped maximum price.
Why salons leave
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Extensive list of small $10/mo add-on fees that push your true cost far above the advertised base.
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Complex setup and overwhelming learning curve due to convoluted modular features.
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UI is less modern than newer competitors, making it feel clunky for both staff and clients.
What changes with Askie
We replace marketplace commissions with powerful tools to help you run a better, more profitable salon.
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Meet Clients Anywhere
Let clients book from your website, Google profile, Instagram, and direct links. WhatsApp booking is in beta.
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Remember Every Client
Detailed client profiles, formulas, and history automatically saved and easily accessible.
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Build Your Reputation
Consistent post-appointment prompts for honest Google reviews, with owner-approved response drafts in early access.
Common Questions
Is Vagaro really only $23.99 a month?
Initially, yes. But $23.99 only covers one calendar and zero premium features. Vagaro runs on an "add-on" model where almost every extra functionality—from COVID-19 forms to online storefronts—costs an extra $10 to $20 per month.
Does Vagaro charge commissions on bookings?
No, Vagaro does not charge a commission percentage like Fresha or Booksy. They monetize heavily through payment processing fees, monthly staff calendar fees, and add-on subscriptions.
Why choose Askie over Vagaro?
Askie was designed for speed, elegance, and extreme simplicity. Instead of clicking through 5 menus to configure an add-on, Askie gives you a powerful, refined UI out of the box with predictable pricing.
The door is open
Ready to leave Vagaro? Start with a direct booking path.
Try Askie free for 1 month and move your repeat customers toward a booking flow you control.
No commission. No marketplace. Your customer data stays yours.