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Head-to-head · Salon Appointment Scheduling Software

Vagaro vs Timely

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 3 checks side by side
Higher score Vagaro #3 in Salon Appointment Scheduling Software 9.0/10 Paid ✓ 1 of 6 features Visit Vagaro
Timely #7 in Salon Appointment Scheduling Software 8.6/10 14-day trial Free trial✓ 1 of 6 features Visit Timely

Vagaro leads on 0 checks, Timely 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 · 9.0/10
  • Lowest starting priceTimely · $26/user/mo
  • Free trialonly Timely

Vagaro scores higher on our rubric for salon appointment scheduling software: 9.0 against 8.6 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #7.

Timely is cheaper to start at $26/mo against $30/mo.

Vagaro is the better fit for salons seeking transparent monthly pricing. Timely is the better fit for salons wanting mature scheduling tools.

  • Vagaro fits best

    Salons seeking transparent monthly pricing

  • Timely fits best

    Salons wanting mature scheduling tools

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Side by side

Feature Vagaro 9.0/10 Visit ↗ Timely 8.6/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.0 8.6
Ranking #3 in Salon Appointment Scheduling Software #7 in Salon Appointment Scheduling Software
Best for Salons seeking transparent monthly pricing Salons wanting mature scheduling tools
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price $30/mo $26/user/mo (best)
Free plan — —
Free trial — 14 days
Deployment Cloud, Mobile Cloud, Mobile
Platforms Web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android Web, iOS, Android
Support Live chat, Docs Live chat, Community, Docs
Compliance HIPAA 2FA
Integrations 10 integrations 7 integrations
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Solo, Small business, Mid-market
Features Vagaro 1/6 · Timely 1/6
Online self-booking Not checked yet Not checked yet
Automated reminders ✓ ✓
Cancellation controls Not checked yet Not checked yet
Staff calendars Not checked yet Not checked yet
Appointment payments Not checked yet Not checked yet
External calendar sync Not checked yet Not checked yet
Specs
Staff accounts Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • One Location is $30 per month with booking, payments, reminders, and reporting.
  • Two-way Google Calendar sync and automated reminders across several channels.
  • Supports classes, memberships, gift certificates, loyalty, and multiple locations.
  • Two-way Google Calendar sync with online booking and appointment reminders
  • Collects deposits and cancellation fees alongside online and in-person payments
  • Adds staff controls, inventory, reporting, and digital consultation forms
Cons
  • There is no free plan.
  • Multiple Locations pricing is not stated here.
  • Pricing varies by country and employee calendar count.
  • No free plan; Build starts at $26 per staff member monthly
  • Advanced tools such as waitlists and digital forms require higher plans
  • Elevate and Innovate plan prices are not specified here
Our verdict

Vagaro brings salon appointment scheduling together with business management tools for salons, spas, barbers, fitness businesses, and other wellness providers. Its published online booking pages, appointment and class calendars, customer…

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Timely brings appointment booking, payment collection, and salon management into a cloud-based product for hair, beauty, wellness, and other appointment-based businesses. Its tools span online booking pages, an appointment calendar, client…

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  1. VagaroSalon Appointment Scheduling Software 9.0Paid
  2. TimelySalon Appointment Scheduling Software 8.614-day trial

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Vagaro — where it wins

    • One Location is $30 per month with booking, payments, reminders, and reporting.
    • Two-way Google Calendar sync and automated reminders across several channels.
    • Supports classes, memberships, gift certificates, loyalty, and multiple locations.

    Where it doesn't

    • There is no free plan.
    • Multiple Locations pricing is not stated here.
    • Pricing varies by country and employee calendar count.

  • Timely — where it wins

    • Two-way Google Calendar sync with online booking and appointment reminders
    • Collects deposits and cancellation fees alongside online and in-person payments
    • Adds staff controls, inventory, reporting, and digital consultation forms

    Where it doesn't

    • No free plan; Build starts at $26 per staff member monthly
    • Advanced tools such as waitlists and digital forms require higher plans
    • Elevate and Innovate plan prices are not specified here
  • Vagaro9.0/10 · Paid

    Broad booking, payment, and management tools start at $30 per month for one location.

    Visit VagaroFull verdict →
  • Timely8.6/10 · 14-day trial

    A mature scheduling toolkit for salons, with payments, staff controls, and client records.

    Visit TimelyFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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