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Vagaro vs Shopmonkey

Independent comparison · scheduling & booking · 2026

The short answer

Both are solid scheduling & booking. Vagaro starts at $25/mo and is easy to set up; Shopmonkey starts at $199/mo and is medium. The right one depends on your business — the fastest way to know is to ask the advisor.

VagaroShopmonkey
CategorySalon bookingAuto shop management
Starting price$25/mo$199/mo
Free tier / trialYesNo
Setup efforteasymedium

Vagaro

Online booking, reminders, and marketing for salons & spas.

Best for: salons & spas

Visit Vagaro

Shopmonkey

Work orders, scheduling, and customer updates for independent repair shops.

Best for: auto repair shops

Visit Shopmonkey

Still not sure?

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