Predictable flat pricing instead of per-booking fees, your own booking page, and a platform that keeps your clients yours — here's SalonSync and Fresha, side by side.
Start free trialPlenty of salons love Fresha because the software is free — right up until the fees for new clients booked through its marketplace quietly become their biggest monthly cost.
SalonSync makes a different bet: we never take a cut of your bookings. Below is an honest, no-spin comparison so you can decide for yourself.
| SalonSync | Fresha (typical model) | |
|---|---|---|
| Booking commission | 0% — we never take a cut of your bookings | Typically charges a fee for new clients booked via its marketplace |
| Pricing model | Flat monthly plan + free tier; predictable all month | Free software, but pay-as-you-go (new clients, payments, SMS, etc.) |
| Who owns the client? | Your own booking page; clients stay yours | Marketplace may list you next to competitors |
| Data ownership | Export your data anytime — it's yours | Check their export terms |
| Your own booking page | Branded page and link, no competitors alongside | Directory-style listing |
| Setup | Live in an afternoon — services, hours, booking page | Usually quick to set up |
Comparison is for general guidance only. Competitor pricing and features vary by region, plan and over time — check their site for current details. Brand names belong to their owners.
Commission grows with your success; flat pricing leaves the growth with you. A full calendar shouldn't mean a bigger software bill.
A branded page that's yours. Clients book directly with you — not next to competitors in someone else's directory.
Export your clients and history anytime. The freedom to leave is what keeps any provider honest — including us.
Yes. We don't take a cut of your bookings — 0% booking commission. You pay only a flat, transparent plan fee, and there's a free tier to start.
As long as you can export your client list and appointment history, moving is generally straightforward. We'll help you switch to SalonSync — and your data is always yours.
Fresha's software is free, but it commonly charges for new clients booked through its marketplace, plus payment processing and some add-ons. Exact fees vary by region and plan — check Fresha's site for current details.
No. Fresha is a solid product for many businesses. Our goal is to help you honestly weigh whether the commission and marketplace model suits you. Numbers and features change; check Fresha's site for the latest.