Compare Mindbody and Vagaro 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (82.6% of reviews)
Small-Business (98.8% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $139.00 Per Month
Starting at $30.00 Per Month
Mindbody
Star Rating
(390)3.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (82.6% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $139.00 Per Month
Browse all 4 pricing plansVagaro
Star Rating
(257)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (98.8% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $30.00 Per Month
Free Trial is available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that Mindbody's Employee Management feature excels with a score of 9.4, making it a strong choice for businesses that prioritize staff oversight, while Vagaro's score of 5.7 indicates a significant gap in this area.
- Reviewers mention that Vagaro's Ease of Setup is notably higher at 8.8 compared to Mindbody's 6.5, suggesting that new users may find Vagaro more user-friendly when getting started.
- G2 users highlight that Mindbody's Inventory Management is rated at 8.8, which is a strong point for businesses needing robust inventory control, whereas Vagaro does not have a comparable score in this area.
- Users on G2 report that Vagaro shines in Billing & Sales with a score of 8.9, indicating a more streamlined process for managing transactions compared to Mindbody's score of 8.5.
- Reviewers say that Mindbody's Product Direction score of 6.4 reflects some concerns about future updates and features, while Vagaro's higher score of 8.2 suggests a more positive outlook on ongoing development.
- Users report that Vagaro's Marketing Tools score of 7.8 is a strong feature, providing effective options for client engagement, while Mindbody's marketing capabilities are less emphasized in user reviews.
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Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Mindbody
Starter
Starting at $139.00
Per Month
Starter has all the foundational tools you need to help run your day-to-day, plus the flexibility to add other features as you grow. Additional benefits of this tier include being listed on the Mindbody app, scheduling resources, client & staff management, self check-in for classes, digital intake forms, and standard reporting tools.
- Mindbody App and Web Listing
- Class, Appointment, Workshop, and Event Scheduling
- Retail Point of Sale
Vagaro
Just Me
Starting at $30.00
Per Month
- Free transfer of all your data from any software
- Customizable calendar with waitlist & resource management
- Sell memberships, packages, & gift certificates
Free Trial
Mindbody
No trial information availableVagaro
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
7.9
320
7.5
34
Ease of Use
7.4
327
8.7
141
Ease of Setup
6.5
160
8.8
118
Ease of Admin
7.0
163
7.3
11
Quality of Support
7.5
294
7.5
31
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
7.1
158
7.1
11
Product Direction (% positive)
6.5
321
8.2
32
Features by Category
Business Administration
7.2
15
Not enough data
7.8
18
Not enough data
7.6
28
Not enough data
7.1
20
Not enough data
7.1
16
Not enough data
Training Tools
7.7
16
Not enough data
6.9
15
Feature Not Available
8.3
30
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
6.1
11
Feature Not Available
Analytics
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Marketing
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Redemption
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Business Administration - Spa Management
8.8
8
Not enough data
8.5
9
8.9
6
9.4
8
5.7
5
Marketing - Spa Management
9.1
9
Not enough data
8.9
6
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Guest Experience - Spa Management
9.3
7
7.5
6
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
9.2
6
Not enough data
Billing & Revenue - Gym Management
5.7
12
Not enough data
7.1
14
Not enough data
5.9
13
Not enough data
Facility Management - Gym Management
7.9
19
Not enough data
4.4
12
Not enough data
Data & Reporting - Gym Management
7.1
16
Not enough data
6.8
15
Not enough data
Membership - Gym Management
5.0
14
Not enough data
4.7
11
Not enough data
6.5
14
Not enough data
4.7
10
Not enough data
4.3
10
Not enough data
Administration
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Coaching
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Business Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Administrative
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Not enough data
Calendar View
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Shared Calendar
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Accessibility
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Integration
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Notifications
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Notifications
6.9
14
Not enough data
6.9
13
Not enough data
6.7
14
Not enough data
Settings
7.1
11
Not enough data
6.3
12
Not enough data
6.3
12
Not enough data
Personalization
6.3
12
Not enough data
6.3
12
Not enough data
Integrations
5.2
11
Not enough data
5.9
13
Not enough data
5.8
15
Not enough data
3.9
9
Not enough data
5.0
12
Not enough data
Generative AI
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
2.8
6
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Integrations
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Branding & Customizatio
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Automatic Rules & Configurations
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Business Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Marketing
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Practice Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Platform Tools
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Not enough data
Business Management
5.0
8
Not enough data
3.8
8
Not enough data
4.6
8
Not enough data
5.2
8
Not enough data
Class Management
3.5
8
Not enough data
4.4
8
Not enough data
3.1
8
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Client Manangement
4.0
7
Not enough data
3.8
8
Not enough data
5.0
8
Not enough data
Integrations
3.8
8
Not enough data
4.4
8
Not enough data
Features
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Mindbody and Vagaro are categorized as Spa and Salon Management, Personal Training, Gym Management, Online Appointment Scheduling, and Studio Management
Unique Categories
Mindbody has no unique categories
Vagaro is categorized as Medical Spa, Nutritionist, Coaching, Merchant Marketing, On-Demand Wellness, Business Scheduling, Calendar, and Appointment Reminder
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Mindbody
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Vagaro
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Health, Wellness and Fitness
57.3%
Retail
3.5%
Cosmetics
3.3%
Consumer Services
3.3%
Hospital & Health Care
2.4%
Other
30.2%
Health, Wellness and Fitness
34.5%
Cosmetics
15.3%
Consumer Services
14.9%
Retail
7.8%
Alternative Medicine
5.5%
Other
22.0%
Most Helpful Reviews
Mindbody
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Jessica W.
Verified User in Consumer Services
I like the simplicity of booking appointments. It is extremely easy to navigate and easy to train on. The marketing tools are wonderful as well, such as email confirmations and the accessibility with its integration with mail chimp for our newsletters....
Most Helpful Critical Review
Lori C.
Verified User in Performing Arts
Where so I start? The fact that each account is email based is archaic and ridiculous. Our dance families may have siblings, or may take adult classes. Each Mindbody member must have their own email address and if the parent has a pre-existing Mindbody...
Vagaro
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Verified User in Cosmetics
We like the text message reminders sent 24 and 2 hours before the appointment time.
Most Helpful Critical Review
Marie F.
Verified User in Health, Wellness and Fitness
I had canceled service more than 6 months prior mostly due to the complexity and cost of the system. I never received end-of-year tax info and was forced to log in to print 1099. When that happened we were charged $45. I immediately sent an email to...
Jessica W.
Verified User in Consumer Services
I like the simplicity of booking appointments. It is extremely easy to navigate and easy to train on. The marketing tools are wonderful as well, such as email confirmations and the accessibility with its integration with mail chimp for our newsletters....
Verified User in Cosmetics
We like the text message reminders sent 24 and 2 hours before the appointment time.
Lori C.
Verified User in Performing Arts
Where so I start? The fact that each account is email based is archaic and ridiculous. Our dance families may have siblings, or may take adult classes. Each Mindbody member must have their own email address and if the parent has a pre-existing Mindbody...
Marie F.
Verified User in Health, Wellness and Fitness
I had canceled service more than 6 months prior mostly due to the complexity and cost of the system. I never received end-of-year tax info and was forced to log in to print 1099. When that happened we were charged $45. I immediately sent an email to...
Alternatives
Discussions
What will the future of Mindbody look like? What upgrades will the system undergo in 2020.
2 comments
RD
As the year comes to a close, we are reflecting on a productive 2019 and gearing up for an exciting 2020. MINDBODY allows business owners to eliminate...Read more
How much does it cost to use Mindbody?
1 comment
YI
It depends on the plan you choose. It starts around $125 and upwards from there.Read more
Mindbody has no more discussions with answers
What kind of support does Vagaro provide?
1 comment
Official Response from Vagaro
Our experienced team of Customer Support Specialists are always ready to help! Assistance is available within 24 hours by email (support@vagaro.com), or on...Read more
Vagaro has no more discussions with answers
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