Tattoo booking software for deposits and consults
Book consultations as their own service, take deposits on the appointments you choose, show your portfolio and give each artist a clear diary.
Built for the way tattoo studios actually work
Deposit-required bookings
Choose which services require a fixed, percentage or full-price deposit. The slot confirms when the required deposit is paid.
Bookable consultations
Set up a consultation as its own free or paid service. After agreeing the work, direct the client to the final service with its deposit policy already set.
Portfolio photos on your booking page
Upload studio and artist work with captions so clients can understand your style before choosing a consultation or service.
Multi-artist studio scheduling
Each artist can have their own availability, services and pricing while the studio manages the team diary in one place.
Why tattoo studios pick CHAIR over Fresha
You own the client relationship
Fresha 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
Fresha: One-time 20% on new Marketplace clients (minimum £4). 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 Fresha you appear next to every competing tattoo studios in the area. On CHAIR clients book on your branded page, with your name above the door.
How CHAIR compares to Fresha and Booksy
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: Fresha pricing, Fresha Marketplace fees, Booksy pricing, Booksy Boost terms.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best booking system for a tattoo studio?
For tattoo studios, the priorities are deposits, consultations, and per-artist diaries. CHAIR handles all three, with flat monthly pricing and no per-booking commission.
Can I require a deposit before a tattoo booking is confirmed?
Yes. Configure any service to require full or partial payment before the booking is confirmed. The client cannot lock in the slot without paying.
How do I handle custom-quote tattoo consultations?
Set up a consultation as its own service, typically free or low-fee. After the consult, agree the work and direct the client to the final service. If that service requires a deposit, the booking confirms when the deposit is paid.
Can clients upload tattoo reference photos when they book?
Not currently through the CHAIR booking form. Use a consultation and your preferred secure process to collect references, while using your CHAIR portfolio to show clients the style of work you offer.
Can a multi-artist tattoo studio use CHAIR?
Yes. Each artist gets their own diary, service menu, deposit rules, and booking page. The studio owner sees the full floor view.
Ready to take your tattoo studio bookings on CHAIR?
Flat monthly pricing. No commission. Your clients, your brand, your business.