Booksy
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A few focused days to build a solid replacement
All-in-One Booking & Scheduling Software
How to Replace BooksyOverview
Features
67 features across 15 categories
Automation(2)
Unlimited automatic client appointment reminders are included
Fill unexpected openings in calendar by having clients sign up to receive notifications for available appointments
Booking(10)
Upsell clients with upgrades or add-on services
Combine services into a single bookable event to reduce admin work
Clients can book and manage appointments on behalf of their family, friends, or pets
Easily build out your portfolio by importing photos directly from your phone or Instagram account
Offer travel services with customizable travel radius and pricing including travel fees
Clients can view availability and conveniently book appointments 24/7
Handle multiple clients at once by setting the number of clients who can book your services simultaneously
Showcase photos of work directly on profile
List services with clear descriptions and visual examples to show off skills and help clients book the right service
Easily set up different booking options for a single service type with durations or prices and assign to specific staff
Booking Tools(3)
Easily share your direct booking link with clients
Add your custom booking QR code to business cards, flyers, signs, stickers and other promotional materials
Add a booking widget to take bookings from your website
Client App(1)
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Client Management(9)
Add your existing clients right from your phone or by uploading a spreadsheet - automatically create their client card for your database
Discreetly block flaky clients who don't respect your time
View client details, quickly access past purchases, upcoming appointments, and more with instantly searchable cards
Keep detailed client notes and photos on their client card for easy reference on future appointments
Automatically collect and display client reviews, ratings, and photos on profile
Tag and sort clients into groups for easy organization, filtering, and personalized message blasts
Build your own custom intake forms or liability waivers, and require clients to complete them at the time of booking
Ensure client transparency with in-place safety measures and requirements
Give loyal clients the VIP treatment with exclusive booking permissions
Integrations(4)
Import your existing Google or Apple calendar into your Booksy account to get everything in one place and avoid double bookings
Take bookings directly from your Facebook Business page
Add a Book Now button to your Instagram profile
Get discovered and booked instantly from Google Search and Google Maps
Marketing(7)
Built-in templates and campaigns are already set up for you in the app - set it and forget it
44 million clients worldwide are on Booksy Marketplace searching for businesses - your business listing is included with subscription
Turn on Boost to get more exposure for your business - pay 30% of first visit when a client books you for the first time
Easily message client base to make announcements, promote services, or drive bookings
Instantly share your new booking link with your existing clients to start bringing in bookings
Set up Flash Sales, Happy Hours, and Last Minute Discounts to help fill your books during quiet or off-peak times
Design your own images to post on social media directly from the app to share announcements or positive client reviews
Mobile(2)
Manage your business from anywhere on your iOS or Android phone - calendar, clients, checkout, and marketing
Use Booksy Widget on iPhone Home Screen to view upcoming appointments at a glance and access key features with a single tap
No-Show Protection(3)
With a card on file, charge Cancellation Fees whenever a client no shows or cancels at the last minute
Create and add your policy to your Booksy Profile so customers know exactly what they can expect if they need to cancel or reschedule
Require a portion of the service cost at the time of booking - you decide how much and which services require it
Payments(7)
Accept card and mobile wallet payments onsite with fully integrated seamless Checkout and reporting
Easily calculate end of day totals and keep a close eye on your cash intake, withdrawals, and payment sources
Get payouts in 30 minutes or less with Fast Payouts option
Accept online payments, sell gift cards online, and protect yourself against no-shows with Deposits or Cancellation Fees
Easy and integrated checkout experience right from your calendar
Accept in-person, contactless payments right on your phone without extra terminals or hardware
Add tips at checkout with ability to enable staff tips and adjust their default rates
Reporting(2)
Stay up-to-date on sales, transactions, trends, and revenue forecast with 16 different detailed Revenue and Cash Flow reports integrated with every feature
Track commissions, revenue, and performance for each staff member and identify your top performers
Revenue Drivers(4)
Sell gift cards online to bring in more revenue and new clients with seamless in-app management and checkout application
Automated digital stamp card program to drive repeat bookings
Offer unlimited visits to your customers and turn them into regulars - you name the price and select which services are included
Offer service packages to encourage repeat bookings with pricing set to reward clients who buy multiple sessions upfront
Scheduling(5)
Set the amount of lead time required for clients to schedule or reschedule their appointment
Color-code services, choose your view, and drag-and-drop appointments
Set buffer time between appointments to clean, complete admin tasks, or take a break
Open up calendar time for booking while initial client is processing
Block off days for vacation or time for a lunch break
Staff Management(7)
Apply standard commission rates or fully customize your rates by staff member and type of sale
Keep a detailed inventory of the products you sell or use for your services - track stock level, product usage, and location to know when to restock
Choose from 5 permission levels to control each staff member's access to your business and client details
Assign limited resources like rooms or equipment to specific services to ensure equipment is reserved and available when needed
Booth rental or salon suite setup - create or join a Shared Location with other Booksy pros while maintaining your own Booksy account
Easily create and manage your team's shifts and time off - copy shifts to future days or weeks and print the schedule for easy reference
Create a profile for each staff member to assign their services, set their working hours, and let them use the Booksy app to view and manage their own appointments
Web(1)
Experience the full power of Booksy with access to staff calendars, inventory management, powerful reporting, and advanced customization
Pricing
Booksy Biz
Popular- ✓24/7 Online Booking
- ✓Built-in Marketing Tools
- ✓Client and Calendar management
- ✓Flexible, integrated payments
- ✓Detailed Stats and Reports
- ✓Unlimited bookings
- ✓Client Appointment Confirmations & Reminders
- ✓Email Marketing
- ✓Text Message Marketing (2000 free SMS per month)
- ✓Custom Forms & Liability Waivers
- ✓Reserve with Google
- ✓Reporting and insights
- ✓Waitlists
- ✓No-Show Protection features
- ✓Online Gift Cards
- ✓Memberships and Packages
- ✓All features included
Cost Calculator
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Total Cost Comparison
DIY hosting estimate based on Vercel + Supabase free/pro tiers (~$20/mo). Build time estimated from 67 features at easy complexity.
Build vs Buy
Should you build a Booksy alternative or buy the subscription? Estimate based on 67 features.
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Better ValueBuild Your Own
Buying Booksy saves ~$81,603.6 over 3 years vs building.
Estimates based on 67 features and a BuildScore of 4/5. Actual costs vary.
Integrations
8 known integrations