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Vagaro vs. Square

Ready to level up your business management game? Unlike Square, Vagaro offers more than just the basics. We provide a comprehensive suite of tools designed to not only run your business efficiently but also to fuel its growth and customization according to your preferences. With Vagaro, you're not held back – you're empowered to take full control and steer your business towards success. Make the switch today and experience the difference firsthand!

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See how much you'll save with Vagaro

How many staff members do you have?

1

$45
monthly total
1 staff member
$45
Marketplace fees
Free

Square

$69
monthly total
**Per location rate
$69
Marketplace Fees 30%
Your revenue with Vagaro's free marketplace
$300
/mo

*Your profit with Vagaro's Free Marketplace is based on Vagaro’s customer acquisition average of 3 new customer bookings per staff member of $100 per month through the Vagaro Marketplace. **Monthly rate is based on Square's premium plan.

Free Imports for All Your Data From Any Software

Customers
Customer Notes
Inventory
Future Appointments
Service/Class Menu
Memberships
Packages
Gift Cards
Employee Profiles
Customer Credit Card Info
Reviews

Why is Vagaro better than Square?

Manage every business task within one single powerful software platform. Our booking, payment processing and marketing tools are fully integrated and work seamlessly to save you time and money.

Square
Free Trial Period
30 Days
15 Days
Credit Card Processing Fees
2.6% + 10¢
2.6% + 15¢
EMV Contactless Reader
Free
$49.00
Apple Maps Booking Integration
24/7 Live Phone Support
24/7 Live Chat Support
Contactless Self Check-In
Advanced Scheduling Tools
Customer Marketplace
Intake Forms & Waivers

Vagaro vs. Square TESTIMONIALS

See why they chose Vagaro over Square

“Vagaro's Calendar feature has helped immensely with my time management. With 15 stylists and two little ones at home, I have a lot to manage."

Owner of Mint Salon in Lodi, CA

Lindsey Wentz

"Vagaro offers everything I could need as a stylist. From booking to checking out, keeping client notes and sending automated reminders, it’s definitely a great thing to have."

Owners of No Name Salon in Los Angeles, CA

Matt & Harlee Showalter

“I utilize this fantastic system to help grow our business. Vagaro is user-friendly and it works...Vagaro helps us run our business more efficiently on a day-to-day basis."

Co-Owners of Meraki Salon in Stony Stratford, Buckinghamshire, England.

Chenelle Farmer & Nicholas Maple

“When it came time to reopen, we used Vagaro's email and text marketing to send out an announcement and keep our clients up to date about the measures and precautions we are taking to keep everyone safe."

Owners of UNIQO Salon in Stockton, CA

Patricia Ayala & Raquel Negrete

Vagaro Capterra

Capterra 4.7/5

Vagaro on Apple App Store

App Store 4.5/5

Vagaro Google Play Store

Google Play 4.4/5

Vagaro vs. Square FAQ

Does Vagaro take a percentage for online bookings?

Nope! You keep all the money you make from any online booking and there are no fees for new customers acquired.

How do I install Vagaro?

Vagaro is a web-based software that can be accessed anywhere in the world from vagaro.com. The Vagaro Pro mobile app can be downloaded on the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.

What is a bookable calendar?

A bookable calendar is a calendar for an individual who is performing services within the business who requires their own scheduling. This does not include admin staff, like the front desk.

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*Square is a registered trademark of Square, Inc. Vagaro is a registered trademark of Vagaro, Inc. Comparison based on data as of 9/06/2022.