Booksy vs Fresha
A comparison published by SchedulingKit. Compare documented features, plan requirements and the workflows you need.
Key Takeaways
- Booksy: Client marketplace exposure
- Fresha: Paid Independent and Team subscriptions
- No single overall winner is established; choose by the workflow and plan you need.
- Booksy: Barbershops and salons wanting marketplace exposure
- Fresha: Beauty and wellness businesses evaluating marketplace and team workflows
Quick Overview
Booksy
Booksy provides beauty and wellness appointment booking, client apps, a marketplace and marketing tools. Its US subscription is $29.99 per month plus $20 for each additional team member, before tax. Core features are included; payment processing and optional Boost acquisition fees are separate. Boost charges a one-time 30% commission on qualifying first visits, capped at $100 under the published US terms. Test the booking, checkout and staff workflows you need rather than assuming subscription cost covers every charge.
Pros
- Client marketplace exposure
- Dedicated mobile app for clients
- Barbershop and salon appointment workflows
- Built-in marketing tools
- Commission tracking
Cons
- Paid US subscription starts at $29.99/month
- Each additional US team member costs $20/month
- Evaluate specialist needs outside beauty and wellness
- Processing and optional Boost fees are separate
Fresha
Fresha provides booking, client and business apps, a marketplace, checkout and team tools through paid subscriptions. Published US rates are $19.95 monthly for Independent or $14.95 per bookable team member monthly for Team; Enterprise is custom. A qualifying new marketplace client incurs a one-time 20% acquisition fee with a US minimum of $6; returning clients and direct booking links do not incur that acquisition fee. Processing and optional add-ons cost extra. Fresha Payments is optional, and external payments can be recorded manually.
Pros
- Paid Independent and Team subscriptions
- Unlimited appointments
- Team billed per bookable team member
- Client marketplace
- Booking, checkout and client management tools
Cons
- US online processing: 2.79% + $0.20; method-specific rates
- 20% once per qualifying new marketplace client; US minimum $6
- Integrated payments optional; external payments recorded manually
- Add-ons, communications and processing affect total cost
Full Feature Comparison
| Feature | Booksy | Fresha | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| US Monthly Subscription | $29.99 base plus additional team members | $19.95 Independent or $14.95/bookable Team member | Depends on your workflow |
| US Payment Processing | Reader 2.49% + $0.10; other methods differ | Online 2.79% + $0.20; in-person 2.29% + $0.20; Tap authorization extra | Depends on your workflow |
| Marketplace Acquisition | Optional Boost: 30% qualifying first visit; US cap $100 | 20% qualifying new-client acquisition; US minimum $6 | Depends on your workflow |
| US Staff Pricing | $20/month for each additional team member | $14.95/month per bookable Team member | Depends on your workflow |
| Mobile Apps | Client and business apps | Client and business apps | Depends on your workflow |
| Total Cost | Subscription, staff, processing and optional Boost | Subscription, marketplace, processing and optional extras | Depends on your workflow |
Compare the required plan, seats and optional AI charges, then test your calendar and payment workflow before replacing existing booking links. A lower base subscription does not establish a lower total cost for every business.
Our Verdict
Both Booksy and Fresha charge subscriptions, with separate processing and qualifying acquisition fees. Compare staff counts, payment methods, marketplace acquisition and optional extras for your own booking mix. SchedulingKit offers a limited Free plan and paid capabilities; processor, messaging and AI usage charges may apply. Test the intended workflow and total cost before choosing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Booksy use SchedulingKit's free plan?
SchedulingKit Free allows one member, one event type, one connected calendar and 50 bookings per month. Verify calendar sync, automated email reminders and hosted booking in the intended plan. Standard is $12 per user monthly or $10 with annual billing; team workflows require the applicable team plan.
What kind of customer support is available for booksy scheduling tools?
SchedulingKit offers email support on all plans and live chat support on Standard and above. Paid plans also include priority response times and onboarding assistance. Our help center contains over 200 articles and video tutorials covering everything from basic setup to advanced automation workflows for booksy use cases.
How does booksy software handle time zones for remote teams?
Modern booksy platforms detect each participant's local timezone automatically and display availability in their own time. SchedulingKit converts all slots to the viewer's timezone, so a client in London and a team member in San Francisco see the correct local times without manual calculation. Test timezone detection, explicit selection and confirmation timestamps for the calendars and locations your team uses.
Further Reading
Evaluate SchedulingKit direct booking pages, calendar connections and reminders. Compare plan limits, processor charges and optional usage costs with the marketplace workflows you need.
Try the Free booking plan within its limits and compare paid features before switching.
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When this isn't for you
This is not for you if you're committed to your current platform and have deep custom integrations. Booksy comparison content helps decision-makers actively evaluating alternatives. Skip if you're not in the market for a switch.