Quick Answer
Vagaro's base price looks low — until you add per-user fees and the add-ons most salons need (forms, marketing automation, branded app, advanced reporting). A typical 5-staff salon pays $130–$200/month on Vagaro. Beautifyx ships every feature on every plan, usually 30–50% less in total.
Beautifyx vs Vagaro — Feature Comparison
A full side-by-side breakdown of what each platform includes in 2026.
| Feature | Beautifyx | Vagaro |
|---|---|---|
| All features on every plan | ||
| Forms & waivers included | ||
| Marketing automation included | ||
| Branded mobile app included | ||
| Online store included | ||
| Advanced reporting included | ||
| Daily P&L dashboard | ||
| AI business advisor |
Pricing Breakdown — Beautifyx vs Vagaro
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does Vagaro nickel-and-dime?
It's their business model: low base price, premium features as paid modules. It works for tiny operators but quickly inverts as you grow.
Are the add-ons actually optional?
Most aren't. Without marketing automation, forms, or the branded app, you're operating with one hand tied. Beautifyx ships all of these by default.
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Everything Beautifyx actually does
One place to run bookings, payments, clients, staff and marketing — built for beauty, wellness and birth professionals.
Online booking
A booking page clients can use 24/7, with deposits, reminders and no double-bookings.
Payments & checkout
Take cards, cash, tap to pay and payment links, with receipts sent automatically.
Client records
Visit history, notes, photos, consent forms and intake forms in one client file.
Marketing & reminders
Automatic appointment reminders, review requests and campaigns to past clients.
Inventory & costs
Track product use per service so you can see the real profit on every appointment.
Your own website
A booking-ready site and public profile that gets you found by new clients.
Start free, grow into the full platform
Pick the door that fits where you are today. All three lead to the same place: a business that books itself.
Claim your free profile
Free profile: add your services, photos and hours so clients can find and book you.
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