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Head-to-head · Salon and Spa Scheduling Software

Vagaro vs Ovatu

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 3 checks side by side
Higher score Vagaro #3 in Salon and Spa Scheduling Software 9.1/10 Paid ✓ 0 of 6 features Visit Vagaro
Ovatu #7 in Salon and Spa Scheduling Software 8.7/10 30-day trial Free trial✓ 1 of 6 features Visit Ovatu

Vagaro leads on 0 checks, Ovatu on 1, and 2 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 3 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreVagaro · 9.1/10
  • Lowest starting priceOvatu · $25/user/mo
  • Free trialonly Ovatu
  • Most featuresOvatu · 1 of 6

Vagaro scores higher on our rubric for salon and spa scheduling software: 9.1 against 8.7 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #7.

Ovatu is cheaper to start at $25/mo against $30/mo.

Vagaro is the better fit for salons needing affordable all-around management. Ovatu is the better fit for salons wanting deep scheduling and inventory tools.

  • Vagaro fits best

    Salons needing affordable all-around management

  • Ovatu fits best

    Salons wanting deep scheduling and inventory tools

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Side by side

Feature Vagaro 9.1/10 Visit ↗ Ovatu 8.7/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.1 8.7
Ranking #3 in Salon and Spa Scheduling Software #7 in Salon and Spa Scheduling Software
Best for Salons needing affordable all-around management Salons wanting deep scheduling and inventory tools
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price $30/mo $25/user/mo (best)
Free plan — —
Free trial — 30 days
Deployment Cloud, Mobile Cloud, Desktop, Mobile
Platforms Web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android Web, macOS, iOS, Android
Support Live chat, Docs Email, Live chat, Phone, Docs · 24/7
Compliance HIPAA GDPR
Integrations 10 integrations 17 integrations
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Solo, Small business, Mid-market
Features Vagaro 0/6 · Ovatu 1/6
Online booking Not checked yet ✓ (best)
Staff availability Not checked yet Not checked yet
Appointment reminders Not checked yet Not checked yet
Resource booking Not checked yet Not checked yet
Waitlist management Not checked yet Not checked yet
Digital intake forms Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Two-way Google Calendar sync and online booking pages
  • Payments, reminders, classes, memberships, and loyalty tools
  • Web, desktop, mobile, and API access support broad operations
  • Combines booking, rosters, waitlists, and resource scheduling
  • Includes POS, payments, deposits, invoices, and terminals
  • Tracks inventory with stocktakes and purchase orders
Cons
  • No free plan is available
  • Pricing varies by country and employee calendar count
  • Integration coverage is narrower than its core management features
  • No free plan is available
  • Pricing is charged per employee per month
  • Campaigns and inventory control require the Loaded plan
Our verdict

Vagaro is cloud-based business management software for salons, spas, barbers, fitness businesses, and other wellness providers. It combines online appointment and class booking with employee calendars, customer management, payment…

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Ovatu is cloud-based business management software for salons and other appointment-based businesses. It brings online booking, appointment scheduling, staff rosters, client profiles, reminders, payments, point of sale, forms, marketing,…

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  1. VagaroSalon and Spa Scheduling Software 9.1Paid
  2. OvatuSalon and Spa Scheduling Software 8.730-day trial

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Vagaro — where it wins

    • Two-way Google Calendar sync and online booking pages
    • Payments, reminders, classes, memberships, and loyalty tools
    • Web, desktop, mobile, and API access support broad operations

    Where it doesn't

    • No free plan is available
    • Pricing varies by country and employee calendar count
    • Integration coverage is narrower than its core management features

  • Ovatu — where it wins

    • Combines booking, rosters, waitlists, and resource scheduling
    • Includes POS, payments, deposits, invoices, and terminals
    • Tracks inventory with stocktakes and purchase orders

    Where it doesn't

    • No free plan is available
    • Pricing is charged per employee per month
    • Campaigns and inventory control require the Loaded plan
  • Vagaro9.1/10 · Paid

    A broad salon-management suite with booking, payments, reminders, classes, and reporting.

    Visit VagaroFull verdict →
  • Ovatu8.7/10 · 30-day trial

    A broad salon operations suite with deep scheduling, inventory, payments, and booking tools.

    Visit OvatuFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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