Booksy is a €30-40/month booking app with no free tier. SyncMySalon is free to start with an AI bot that books for you on WhatsApp, Instagram, and your website.
| Feature | SyncMySalon | Booksy |
|---|---|---|
| Booking channel | WhatsApp, Instagram DM, Webchat | Booksy mobile app + website |
| AI conversations | ||
| Pricing model | Free (pay as you book) or €29/mo flat | €30-40/mo subscription + add-ons |
| Commission fees | Small booking fee (Free) or 0% (Starter) | None on direct bookings |
| Setup time | ~10 minutes | 30-60 minutes |
| WhatsApp native | ||
| Calendar sync | ||
| Multi-stylist support | ||
| Client app required | ||
| Multi-location support | Coming soon | |
| Marketplace / discovery | ||
| 24/7 automated booking |
Booksy has built a strong platform that works for many beauty professionals:
Millions of users browse and book through the Booksy app, helping new salons get discovered.
Well-designed app experience for both salon owners and clients with push notifications.
Great for salon chains that need to manage multiple locations from one account.
Built-in promotions, boost features, and social media integrations to attract new clients.
Booksy is a solid choice, but some salons find a WhatsApp-first approach works better for their clients:
Asking clients to download Booksy, create an account, and navigate the interface adds friction. Many clients -- especially older ones -- just want to send a message. WhatsApp has 2+ billion users and is already on their phone.
Booksy charges €30-40/month from day one. No free option. SyncMySalon lets you start free with pay-as-you-book (a small booking fee), or go Starter at €29/mo for zero commission.
In Europe and many other markets, WhatsApp is the default messaging app. Clients already message salons on WhatsApp to book. SyncMySalon makes that conversation intelligent and automated.
Not scheduling software — an AI bot that has real conversations with your clients on WhatsApp, Instagram DM, and your website.
Pay as you book with a small booking fee. No monthly fee to get started. Upgrade to €29/mo for zero commission when you are ready.
No complex dashboards or features you don't need. Add your services, connect your channels, and your AI is ready.
Add your services, connect your channels, and your AI assistant is live. No complex onboarding.