Barbershop software comparison
Groom vs Booksy
Both products manage bookings. Booksy also offers marketplace discovery and optional Boost promotion; Groom focuses on a shop-owned booking experience and a flat subscription per location.
Reviewed October 9, 2026 · Booksy United States. Official Booksy pricing and features. Prices are not currency-converted or a like-for-like quote. Confirm current local terms before buying.
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| What to compare | Groom | Booksy |
|---|---|---|
| Subscription | $199 CAD / $149 USD per month per location. Founding rate ends Oct 31, 2026; locked for as long as you stay. | The US page lists $29.99/month plus $20/month for each additional team member, before tax. Confirm local availability and pricing. |
| Client acquisition fees | No booking fees, per-client fees or revenue commission. Groom does not sell marketplace referrals. | Optional Boost charges 30% on a qualifying new client's first visit, capped at $100 on the US page. Ordinary bookings do not carry this Boost fee. |
| Booking and operations | Booking, POS, payroll, inventory and a branded website in one platform. See the features page for current availability. | Booking, reminders, waitlists and marketplace listing are included. |
| Payments and extras | Processing fees and taxes are separate. Confirm provider, hardware and regional compatibility during your demo. | Integrated payments carry separate processing rates by method. |
Who should not pick Groom?
Booksy may fit better if marketplace discovery is central to acquiring your clients, or its staff-based quote costs less for your team. Do not switch solely on the assumption that Booksy charges a commission on every booking.
When to consider Groom
Consider Groom if you want one platform for your barbershop, a subscription priced per location and booking through your own brand. Bring your current bill, team size and payment setup to a demo so we can compare your actual costs and confirm the fit.