$19 per month for Solo. Free plan available.
A fair, practical comparison
Sovelanta vs Vagaro
Compare the features, pricing, and business tools that matter when choosing software for your appointment-based business.
Quick comparison
The main differences at a glance.
$30 per month regular price for one staff calendar. A temporary first-six-month rate was shown when checked.
Included
Built-in payments and inventory tools are available. Sovelanta does not currently process client payments.
A one-time 20% fee applies to the first appointment when a new client books through the Vagaro Marketplace.
Pricing comparison
Price matters. What you get matters too.
These starting prices help show the difference. They do not mean the products include exactly the same tools.
Sovelanta plans include set staff and location capacity. Vagaro changes its monthly price as bookable calendars and locations are added.
Vagaro charges a one-time 20% fee on the first appointment when a new client books through its marketplace. Payment processing and optional products can add cost.
A fair way to read the price
Compare the cost with the tools your business will actually use.
Vagaro includes a marketplace, payments, inventory, memberships, gift certificates, and marketing tools. Sovelanta is a more focused choice when scheduling and studio management are the main needs.
Competitor pricing last checked: September 8, 2026. Prices, promotions, taxes, and plan details can change. Check Vagaro's current pricing before buying.
Feature comparison
What is included today.
“Coming soon” appears only for Sovelanta features that are planned but not released. A plan may still set limits or require a higher level.
✓Included○Available as an add-onComing soonNot offered
Feature
Sovelanta
Vagaro
Booking
Online booking
✓Included
✓Included
Staff schedules
✓Included
✓Included
Different hours for different staff
✓Included
✓Included
Time between appointments
✓Included
✓Included
Minimum notice before booking
✓Included
Varies by plan
Client rescheduling and cancellation
✓Included
✓Included
Business locations
Multiple locations
✓IncludedIncluded with Team and higher plans
✓Included
Clients
Client contact information
✓Included
✓Included
Appointment history
✓Included
✓Included
Notes
✓Included
✓Included
Forms or custom information
✓Included
○Available as an add-on
Communications
Email confirmations
✓Included
✓Included
Email reminders
✓Included
✓Included
Text message confirmations
✓IncludedIncluded on paid plans. Available as a $5 add-on for Free
✓Included
Text message reminders
✓IncludedIncluded on paid plans. Available as a $5 add-on for Free
✓Included
Business management
Staff management
✓Included
✓Included
Staff pay or commission tracking
✓Included
✓Included
Chair or room rental tools
✓Included
✓Included
Memberships or packages
Not offered
✓Included
Reporting
✓Included
✓Included
Inventory or product sales
Coming soon
✓Included
Business calculators and planning tools
✓Included
Not offered
Payments
Accept client payments
Not offered
✓Included
Point-of-sale features
Not offered
✓Included
Online deposits
Not offered
Varies by plan
What makes Sovelanta different
Built around appointment-based businesses.
- Start with scheduling and add studio tools as your business needs them.
- Manage split working hours, locations, chairs, rooms, and practitioner arrangements in one place.
- Use free business calculators before you create an account.
- Choose a plan with clear staff and location capacity.
A fair comparison
When Vagaro may be a better fit
Vagaro may be a better fit if you want an established marketplace, built-in payment processing, inventory, memberships, and retail tools today.
Cost as needs grow
The price structures do not match neatly.
Vagaro changes its price by the number of staff calendars and locations. Its public page did not expose every combination when checked, so this page does not calculate a savings estimate.
Common questions
Answers for a practical decision.
Is Sovelanta an alternative to Vagaro?
Yes, if your main needs are appointment scheduling, staff and location management, client records, reminders, and studio planning. Vagaro currently offers broader payment, marketplace, inventory, and membership tools.
Does Sovelanta charge more when I add staff?
Sovelanta plans include a set number of staff members who can be booked. Solo includes 1, Team includes 5, and Business includes 15.
Can Sovelanta manage more than one location?
Yes. Team includes up to 3 locations, and Business includes up to 10.
Does Sovelanta work for salons, barbershops, and massage businesses?
Yes. Sovelanta supports different staff schedules, service lengths, time between appointments, rooms, chairs, locations, clients, and reminders.
Can I move from Vagaro to Sovelanta?
Sovelanta is designed to support client and schedule setup. Confirm the current import options before planning a move, especially if you need to bring over payment, membership, or product history.
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