Alternatives to Vagaro

Compare Vagaro alternatives for UK shops and salons

Vagaro serves UK businesses as well as its larger US market. Here's how it compares to platforms built around UK shops and salons.

Setora vs Vagaro4 platforms4 practical checks

Thinking of switching?

Setora is built for independent shops and salons.

Online bookings, your calendar, customer records, staff tools and reporting in one place for £39/month per location.

£39/month per location
No Setora commission on bookings
No per-staff fees

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Switching from Vagaro? See the switch guideNo card required. SMS credits and card processing are separate if used.

Side by side

How the alternatives compare.

The same 4 checks across Vagaro, Setora and the other platforms listed for this comparison.

Comparing Vagaro, Booksy, Fresha, Setora across 4 practical criteria.
Feature	Vagaro	Booksy	Fresha	Setora
Starting subscription price	See current UK pricing	£40/mo	£14.95/mo Independent	£39/month per location
Per-staff fee	Plan-dependent	£5/mo per staff	£9.95/mo per bookable team member	None - unlimited staff
Marketplace or booking fees	No marketplace fee listed	30% Boost (new clients)	20% on marketplace new clients	0%
Branded Booking Page	Partial	No	No

Starting subscription price: See current UK pricing
Per-staff fee: Plan-dependent
Marketplace or booking fees: No marketplace fee listed
Branded Booking Page: Partial

Starting subscription price: £40/mo
Per-staff fee: £5/mo per staff
Marketplace or booking fees: 30% Boost (new clients)
Branded Booking Page: No

Starting subscription price: £14.95/mo Independent
Per-staff fee: £9.95/mo per bookable team member
Marketplace or booking fees: 20% on marketplace new clients
Branded Booking Page: No

Starting subscription price: £39/month per location
Per-staff fee: None - unlimited staff
Marketplace or booking fees: 0%
Branded Booking Page

Best if you want...

A broad, established business platform: Vagaro
Marketplace discovery: Booksy / Fresha
UK-focused direct bookings: Setora
One flat price for the location: Setora

Comparison based on publicly available UK pricing and product information. Prices and policies checked 12 July 2026. We have linked to each provider's source so you can verify the details yourself: Vagaro UK pricing, Booksy UK pricing, Fresha UK pricing, Setora trial and pricing.

Already on another platform?

Moving from Vagaro does not mean starting again.

Keep Vagaro running while you set Setora up. We will help you get going and import the client records Vagaro gives you, and you only change your public booking link once you are happy with how Setora looks.

See the Vagaro switch guideWhat moves across depends on the files your current platform gives you. Ask them what they can export before you give notice.

Ask Vagaro for the export files it can provide.
Add your services, prices and staff in Setora, and import the client records you received.
Test a booking on your own Booking Page, on a phone and on a desktop.
Change your public booking link last, once everything looks right.

Why Setora

Why shops and salons choose Setora.

Setora is built for UK shops and salons, with GBP pricing and features for direct bookings. Flat £39/month per location, with no Setora commission on bookings.

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No card required. Then £39/month per location if you stay. SMS credits and card processing are separate if used.

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Questions

Common questions about Vagaro alternatives.

Clear answers to the questions owners ask when they are weighing Setora against another platform.

What is the best Vagaro alternative for UK shops and salons?

Setora is built for UK shops and salons with GBP pricing and direct bookings. Booksy and Fresha are also widely used in the UK. Compare the support, payments and booking model that matter most to your business.

Does Vagaro work in the UK?

Vagaro operates in the UK. Check its current UK pricing, payment options and support before deciding whether it fits how your shop or salon runs.

Is Setora a good Vagaro alternative for shops and salons?

Yes. Setora is UK-based and priced in GBP at £39/month per location, with no per-staff fee and no Setora commission on bookings. It is designed for UK shops and salons that want direct bookings.

How does Vagaro pricing compare to Setora?

Vagaro's UK pricing and plan details can change. Check its current UK pricing for a quote that matches your team. Setora is £39/month per location for your whole team.

Which Vagaro alternative is best for an independent shop or salon?

Setora suits independent shops and salons that want direct bookings and one clear platform price per location. Booksy may suit businesses where marketplace discovery matters. Fresha has a lower starting subscription but charges per bookable team member and marketplace fees for new clients it brings you.