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See how InkedCore — battle-tested on a real NY studio, $1.25M processed — compares to other platforms
Visual scheduling that shows client photos and design references right on your calendar.
AI Copilot, AI Receptionist, and smart automations that save hours daily.
PIX, LGPD-aligned data practices, and Portuguese support for Brazil. Stripe payments and HIPAA-aware architecture for USA. True dual-market.
Keep 100% of bookings from our marketplace. No hidden fees on client acquisition.
Built by tattoo artists, for tattoo artists. Plus beauty, spa, and wellness verticals.
We migrate all your data from any platform for free. Zero downtime guarantee.
Detailed feature comparison across all major platforms
| Feature | InkedCore | 🟢 Fresha | 🔵 Vagaro | 🟡 Mangomint | 🟣 TattooGenda | 🟠 Studioflo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Online Booking | ||||||
| PhotoCalendar™ (Visual Schedule) | ||||||
| Multi-Location Management | ||||||
| Guest Artist Scheduling | ||||||
| Waitlist Management |
Compare pricing across platforms. InkedCore offers the best value with 0% marketplace fees.
| Platform | Starter | Professional | Enterprise | Marketplace Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| InkedCore Best Value | $29/mo | $79/mo | $199+/mo | 0% |
| Fresha | Free* | $49.99/mo | Custom | 20% |
| Vagaro | $30/mo | $85/mo | Custom | 3% |
| Mangomint | $165/mo | $245/mo | Custom | N/A |
| TattooGenda | €19/mo | €39/mo | €79/mo | N/A |
* Fresha free tier has 20% marketplace booking fees
“$1.25M processed across 2,426 real transactions — deposits, checkouts, and payouts running end-to-end in production.”
“2,718 SKUs and 2,393 clients managed daily — inventory, booking, and CRM on one platform.”
“34 months in production with 220 modules and row-level security on 891 of 892 tables.”
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Research scope from our June 2026 dossier. This directory is a historical overview, not a live feature or pricing audit. Read the research sources and consult each provider to confirm current capabilities and terms.
Salons, spas, fitness, barbershops and tattoo studios
Research focus: Scheduling, point of sale and business management across service segments.
Research source: VagaroFitness, yoga, spas and salons
Research focus: Studio management, class scheduling and the ClassPass marketplace ecosystem.
Research source: Mindbody (Playlist)Barbershops, salons and beauty businesses
Research focus: Mobile booking, consumer discovery and business scheduling tools.
Research source: BooksySalons, spas, beauty and wellness
Research focus: Business management alongside a consumer booking marketplace.
Research source: FreshaAppointment-based service businesses
Research focus: Scheduling connected to the Square point-of-sale ecosystem.
Research source: Square Appointments (Block)Solo beauty professionals and small teams
Research focus: Booking and business tools for independent beauty professionals.
Research source: GlossGeniusPremium salons, spas and medspas
Research focus: Appointment and business management for premium service operations.
Research source: BoulevardRestaurants
Research focus: Restaurant point of sale and related operating workflows.
Research source: ToastGyms, CrossFit and martial arts studios
Research focus: Membership management, classes and fitness business administration.
Research source: Zen Planner (Daxko)Salons, spas, medspas and fitness businesses
Research focus: Business management for larger, multi-location service operations.
Research source: ZenotiHealth and wellness practices
Research focus: Practice management, appointments and clinical workflows.
Research source: Jane AppTattoo studios
Research focus: Tattoo-specific booking and studio management.
Research source: TattooProTattoo studios and other small service businesses
Research focus: Tattoo studio scheduling within the broader DaySmart product family.
Research source: InkBook / DaySmartSalons and spas
Research focus: Scheduling and business workflows with an automation emphasis.
Research source: MangomintSalons and spas
Research focus: Salon business management and client engagement.
Research source: PhorestAppointment-based businesses across industries
Research focus: Standalone appointment scheduling rather than a vertical operating suite.
Research source: Acuity Scheduling (Squarespace)Small service businesses across industries
Research focus: Appointment booking and scheduling for small businesses.
Research source: SchedulicityMedspas, clinics and aesthetics practices
Research focus: Practice management and clinical records for aesthetics businesses.
Research source: PabauBoutique fitness, yoga, Pilates and cycling studios
Research focus: Studio management and fitness business analytics.
Research source: WallaFitness, yoga, wellness and salons
Research focus: Scheduling, memberships and service business administration.
Research source: WellnessLivingSalons, spas and beauty businesses
Research focus: Beauty business appointment and client management.
Research source: Timely (EverCommerce)Tattoo events and conventions — unconfirmed
Research focus: The dossier describes event booking; product scope needs confirmation.
Unconfirmed research — no verified product website in the dossier.