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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*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.
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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 | 30 Days |
Buy Now, Pay Later Customers Pay 4 Interest-Free Installments Over 6 weeks. You Get Paid in Full Immediately. | 6% per transaction | 6% + 30¢ per transaction |
Credit Card Processing Fees | 2.2% + 19¢ | 2.6% + 10¢ |
EMV Contactless Reader | Free | $49.00 |
Apple Maps Booking Integration Directly book an appointment from Apple Maps with the "Schedule" button. | ||
24/7 Live Phone Support Support is always a call away for Vagaro customers. Square can't match that. | ||
24/7 Live Chat Support Vagaro provides its customers Live Chat Support any time. Square does not. | ||
Contactless Self Check-In Customers can check-in from their own device when they arrive for their appointment, which notifies their service provider of their arrival. | ||
Advanced Scheduling Tools Unlike Square, Vagaro offers one app for your entire business. Payments are integrated through the same app so that you can book appointments & manage inventory. This makes for a smoother experience from start to finish. | ||
Customer Marketplace Square can't match Vagaro's Marketplace– the largest for clients to find and book with beauty, wellness & fitness businesses. | ||
Intake Forms & Waivers Square lacks the valuable Forms tool that Vagaro has. Send custom forms to your clients via email or text and require them to be completed at the time of booking. That way, any & all paperwork is done before they even step foot inside your business. |
Vagaro vs. Square TESTIMONIALS
See why they chose Vagaro over Square
Owner of Mint Salon in Lodi, CA
Lindsey Wentz
Owners of No Name Salon in Los Angeles, CA
Matt & Harlee Showalter
Co-Owners of Meraki Salon in Stony Stratford, Buckinghamshire, England.
Chenelle Farmer & Nicholas Maple
Owners of UNIQO Salon in Stockton, CA
Patricia Ayala & Raquel Negrete
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.
- Can I cancel?
You can cancel your subscription at any time, for any reason—no questions asked, and no fee.
- How long does setup take?
The setup time can be as little as 15 minutes depending on number of staff, clients, services & inventory to be added.
- How does the free trial work?
The free trial lasts for 30 days, during which you have access to all the features, except for daily deals, email & text marketing, and credit card processing.
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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.