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Mindbody vs. Vagaro

Need another reason to choose Mindbody over Vagaro? We've got five good ones.

Advantages
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The largest wellness consumer network
An unmatched marketplace of partner solutions
The most comprehensive educational and networking resources
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With Mindbody, you get industry-leading product innovations, expert business education, outstanding customer support, and an unsurpassed network of consumers searching and booking on the Mindbody network guided to your door. Plus, Mindbody’s robust API supports the industry’s largest marketplace of integrated partner solutions—meaning that no matter what your business needs are, we’ve got the solution. Vagaro simply can’t compete with that.

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EXCLUSIVE FEATURES

Level up with tech you'll only find on Mindbody 

Mobile beauty marketplace

Help millions of new clients find you and your salon or shop on the Mindbody Marketplace, the largest network of beauty consumers in the world. 

Mindbody beauty integrations

Looking for ways to improve your workflow? From loyalty programs to accounting and website builders, we have tools and services to extend your software via Mindbody Integrations.

Messenger AI features

Messenger[ai] texts clients back instantly whenever you’re too busy to pick up the phone. Sell products, book appointments, and answer questions—automatically.   

Mindbody capital features

Ready to invest in your beauty business? With Mindbody Capital, eligible merchants can view and accept pre-approved offers directly in the software.

ClassPass features

Beauty lovers use the ClassPass app to find new services and providers—get discovered and turn empty spots into revenue. Try it for 90 days and if it doesn’t work out, we’ll pay you back 2x. (Terms apply.)

Leverage next-gen tools for success 

We’ll help optimize your client experience so you can thrive.  

Point of Sale features

Convenient point of sale  

Make checkout fast for your clients and simple for your team with an integrated POS that facilitates seamless transactions from start to finish. 

Mindbody branded mobile app

Your own branded app for closer client connections  

Level up your client engagement and earn more revenue. We’ll create a customized app for your beauty business that enhances your brand and client experience.  

"Mindbody is our business's everything. We utilize scheduling, time clocks, reporting, POS, inventory, payment processing, and more. I can't imagine running my business without it!"
Tera Stephens, owner of TreSs Apothecary + Salon

Tera Stephens

Owner, TReSs Apothecary + Salon

Newport Beach, California

We’re the platform powering your favorite brands—what will we do for yours? 

The biggest names in beauty, fitness, and wellness depend on our software to run and grow their businesses. 

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Why Mindbody? 

"I switched from Vagaro to Mindbody because it’s much more user-friendly and easier to navigate."
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Kerri Trahan

Owner, Yoganic Flow

Detroit, Michigan

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Frequently Asked Questions

Will Mindbody import all of my clients?

Mindbody converts or imports your client data from your previous software platform. Our Data Services team will import your data during your new client onboarding training.

Is it difficult to transfer from Vagaro to Mindbody?

Switching to Mindbody is a smooth process. Our conversion team is dedicated to making the transition as easy as possible.

Vagaro also has a consumer app. How is Mindbody’s different?

Mindbody’s network is much larger, helping millions of wellness lovers find beauty and spa services. Plus, the Mindbody app facilitates cross-promotion, so that fitness users can also find beauty services.

What marketing features does Mindbody offer?

Mindbody Marketing attracts and engages more of your new and existing customers for you. We’ll make your business findable and bookable from everywhere potential clients are searching, put the right offer in front of them at the right time, and keep them engaged with automated, personalized messages that keep them coming back. More exposure and more customers mean more ways to grow your revenue. Mindbody also displays your business in the consumer app for no fee, giving you exposure to millions of consumers who use the app.

Is there training available to support my switch from Vagaro to Mindbody?

All of our customers receive training and onboarding to ensure they’re set up to succeed with Mindbody. We also offer ongoing training and resources, including webinars, guides, blogs, and the Mindbody One Community, all designed to help you make connections, learn business strategies, and get inspired.