Barber booking software, no marketplace fees
Barbershop software for shops, chair renters and solo barbers. Deposits to cut no-shows, quick-rebook for walk-ins, and a client list you actually own.
Built for the way barbers actually work
A calendar for every barber
Give each team member their own availability, services and pricing while the shop keeps one clear view of the diary.
Deposits on high-demand slots
Charge a deposit on Friday evenings, fades, or longer cuts. Cut no-shows without scaring off loyal clients.
Turn walk-ins into regulars
Keep visit history and contact details together, then use a service-level rebooking nudge when that client is due back.
Your branded page, not a marketplace listing
Clients book on your page, not a directory where the next barber is one tap away. No commission, no Boost auctions.
Why barbers pick CHAIR over Booksy
You own the client relationship
Booksy owns the relationship: clients use their app, see their notifications, and get recommendations for other businesses in their feed. CHAIR keeps the relationship yours. Clients can discover you in the CHAIR directory, then book directly on your page.
Flat fee, not a commission
Booksy: Optional Boost: one-time 30% of first visit (minimum £5). CHAIR: flat monthly, 0% on every booking you take, whether the client is new or has been with you for years.
Your brand, not a directory
On Booksy you appear next to every competing barbers in the area. On CHAIR clients book on your branded page, with your name above the door.
How CHAIR compares to Booksy and Fresha
Side-by-side on the dimensions that matter most: how you pay, who owns the client relationship, and what the page clients land on actually looks like.
Pricing checked 27 August 2026. Plans and contract terms can change. Official sources: Booksy pricing, Booksy Boost terms, Fresha pricing, Fresha Marketplace fees.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best booking system for a barbershop?
It depends on whether you want a commission-led marketplace or software that helps people discover you while keeping the relationship yours. CHAIR is built for the second: local discovery, a branded page, your client data and flat monthly pricing.
Can I take a deposit on barber appointments?
Yes. CHAIR supports deposits on any service, flat fees or percentages. Set it per service so a £5 deposit covers a £15 trim while a full re-style takes a £25 hold. A client with money down has a real reason to show up or rebook in time.
Do my clients need to download an app to book?
No. Your booking page is a normal web link. Share it via Instagram, WhatsApp or a QR code. Clients book in their browser. The iOS and Android client apps are coming soon.
Is there a barber app to run my shop from?
The CHAIR Pro app is coming soon. You can create your account and run the full diary, bookings, payments and client chat from the web dashboard now.
How does CHAIR compare to Booksy for barbers?
Booksy combines subscription software with an optional Boost acquisition service. Boost charges a one-time fee on the first visit from a brand-new client it brings you. With CHAIR, clients book directly on your branded page and CHAIR takes 0% commission. Standard Stripe processing still applies to card payments.
Does CHAIR work for chair renters and self-employed barbers?
Yes. An independent chair renter can use the Solo plan for their own booking page, client list and service deposits. A shop using the Team plan can give each barber their own calendar, services and pricing.
Ready to take your barber bookings on CHAIR?
Flat monthly pricing. No commission. Your clients, your brand, your business.