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Vagaro vs. Boulevard

Looking to streamline your business operations without breaking the bank? Vagaro offers all the essential features you need to run your business , plus giving you a free marketplace, at a fraction of the cost compared to Boulevard. With Vagaro, you get top-notch scheduling, payment processing, and customer management tools, all designed to enhance efficiency and boost your bottom line. Why settle for expensive alternatives when you can enjoy affordability and functionality with Vagaro? Make the smart choice for your business today!

See how much you'll save with Vagaro

How many staff members do you have?

1

$30
monthly total
1 staff member
$30
Marketplace fees
Free

Boulevard

$175
monthly total
1 staff member
$175
Marketplace Fees 30%
Your revenue with Vagaro's free marketplace
$300
/mo

Free Imports for All Your Data From Any Software

Customers
Customer Notes
Inventory
Future Appointments
Service/Class Menu
Memberships
Packages
Gift Cards
Employee Profiles
Customer Credit Card Info
Reviews

Why is Vagaro better than Boulevard?

Manage every business task within one single powerful software platform. Our booking, payment processing and marketing tools are fully integrated and work seamlessly to save you time and money.

Boulevard
24/7 Support

Get help day or night with 24/7 support via phone, chat, or email.

Free Marketplace

Vagaro offers business management software designed for salons, barbers, and spas, all with a shared goal of helping you expand your clientele. Alongside this, Vagaro offers a complimentary marketplace where you can draw in new customers and showcase promotions to boost the growth of your business

Free Automated Emails

While Boulevard charges you for completed appointments booked through each email, Vagaro takes ZERO commission for any appointments that's booked via email.

Free 1,000 Emails w/ ZERO Commission Taken
Charges $2 per completed appointment through email campaign
Quickbooks Integration

QuickBooks Integration allows you to seamlessly export data from the Vagaro Transaction List to an online QuickBooks account.

$30
$45
Forms Builder

Create a custom form or use one of our popular Vagaro templates to capture crucial information from customers. Vagaro forms makes collecting information that much easier , making it the better business management tool.

$10 per month
$65 per month
Payment Processing Fees

2.2% +19 cents
2.65% + 15 cents
Buy Now, Pay Later

While Boulevard accepts standard payment methods for your customers, Vagaro offers more flexibility with Vagaro Pay Later. With Vagaro Pay Later, you can provide your customers with four interest-free payment choices to settle payments for services, products, classes, and any items you sell at your establishment.

Auto-Assign Booking

While Boulevard offers basic online booking, Vagaro allows you to customize the way you want your team to be booked. Choose your teams booking order online & reorganize them however you need. Customize how you auto-assign based on employees' availability, reviews, schedule & more!

Class Booking

At Vagaro, our commitment is to support every facet of your business. Unlike Boulevard, we don't limit you to service-based appointments alone. Vagaro empowers you to schedule classes, and your customers can easily book them online.

Branded App

Vagaro paves the way for your success by providing fully integrated branded materials, including a personalized Vagaro Branded App. In contrast, Boulevard confines you to their predetermined online booking designs and offers no option for a Branded App, while Vagaro enables you to maintain a seamless and on-brand experience for your customers.

Website Builder

Create a beautiful responsive website for your business that will be fully integrated with your Vagaro Fitness, Spa, Salon & Barber software.

Live Stream

Vagaro equips you with the tools to connect with your clients no matter where you are. With Vagaro Live Stream, you can easily broadcast classes or conduct consultations with your clients in real-time.

Book through Apple Maps

Vagaro enables direct appointment booking from Apple Maps with the "Schedule" button, an integration that Boulevard lacks.

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Why Vagaro is Better Than Boulevard

Vagaro offers businesses a marketplace that is 100% free and helps attract new customers to your business. Vagaro won't take any commission from any bookings you get from the Vagaro Marketplace & you can post Free promotions and sales on there to get your calendar full. When you're deciding between Vagaro vs Boulevard, make the right choice & let's grow together.

vagaro-vs-boulevard FAQ

Does Vagaro take a percentage for online bookings?

Nope! You keep all the money you make from any online booking and there are no fees for new customers acquired.

How do I install Vagaro?

Vagaro is a web-based software that can be accessed anywhere in the world from vagaro.com. The Vagaro Pro mobile app can be downloaded on the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.

What is a bookable calendar?

A bookable calendar is a calendar for an individual who is performing services within the business who requires their own scheduling. This does not include admin staff, like the front desk.

What can I expect from Vagaro’s security and data privacy measures?

Vagaro prioritizes the security and privacy of your data. Vagaro adheres to industry-leading standards and regulations, including:

  • PCI DSS: Ensures the secure handling of credit card data.
  • SOC 1, 2, and 3: Provides assurance of the effectiveness of our controls over financial reporting, general IT controls, and security controls.
  • ISO 27001: Demonstrates our commitment to information security management.
  • CCPA: Compliance with the California's Consumer Privacy Act.
  • GDPR: Compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation.
  • HIPAA: Meets the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act requirements for healthcare organizations.
  • PIPEDA: Compliance with Canada's Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act.

Data collected and processed through Vagaro is encrypted in-transit and stored using strong ciphers as per security industry standards, providing an additional layer of protection. For more information visit the Vagaro Trust Center.

Additionally, Vagaro offers:

  • Integrated
    payroll: Streamline your payroll processes within the platform, ensuring accurate and timely payments.
  • Multi-location payroll sync: Easily manage payroll across multiple locations, simplifying administrative tasks.
  • Data lake: Centralize and store your business data for comprehensive analysis and reporting.
  • Single sign-on (SSO): Allow employees to access multiple applications with a single set of credentials, enhancing security and convenience.

What can I expect from Vagaro's support and training options?

Vagaro offers comprehensive support and training resources to ensure a smooth experience. Support options include:

  • 24/7
    Phone Support: Direct assistance from our support team, anytime you need it.
  • Online
    Chat: Real-time support through our online chat feature.
  • Email
    Support (support@vagaro.com): Submit your questions and receive detailed responses via email.
  • Dedicated
    Support Site: Access to helpful articles, FAQs, and troubleshooting guides.
  • YouTube
    Support Channel: A collection of instructional videos covering various software topics.

In addition to ongoing support, we provide training opportunities to help you get the most out of our software. These include:

  • Weekly
    Group Training: Regular sessions for learning new features and best practices.

Scheduled One-on-One Training Sessions: Personalized training tailored to your specific needs

How does Vagaro handle multi-location management?

Vagaro offers robust features for businesses with multiple locations, allowing you to efficiently manage operations across different sites. With our Flagship Syncing feature, you can easily:

  • Drop-in services, classes, products, and more: Ensure consistent offerings across all locations.
  • Share customer information: Synchronize appointments, memberships, packages, and gift cards between locations.
  • Segment locations: Organize your locations based on cities, states, or specific areas to tailor your management approach.

Vagaro's multi-location functions are flexible, providing you with the tools to manage your business effectively, regardless of the number of locations you operate.

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