Your time is money, and both deserve to be respected. That’s why your software should work hard behind the scenes, simplify your day, and empower your business to grow. If you’re deciding between Vagaro and Mangomint, you’re already thinking like a CEO. These two platforms have been making waves in the beauty industry, each with its own approach to bookings, payments, and client experience. But which one fits your business?
Let’s break down the features, pricing, and perks of each one so you can choose the platform that matches your momentum.
Who is Vagaro?
Vagaro hit the scene back in 2009 with a powerful mission: to help beauty and wellness pros run their businesses more smoothly and give clients a seamless way to discover and book local services like haircuts, facials, nail appointments—you name it.
Since then, it’s evolved into a full-service platform that supports just about every type of business, from solopreneurs to multi-location salons and spas (and even fitness pros). With a toolkit that covers everything from scheduling to POS to marketing, Vagaro is built for pros across every corner of the beauty and wellness space, no matter how big your dreams are.
Who is Mangomint?
Mangomint is software designed with simplicity in mind. Created for salons, spas, and medspas, it focuses on eliminating the complex feel of older platforms and replacing it with something minimal.
It’s built for teams that already have their systems in place and want software that runs quietly in the background without trying to do everything. Mangomint keeps it lean by focusing on scheduling, payments, and automation, while encouraging users to plug-in other tools for everything else.
Adaptable Pricing
Your software shouldn’t scale faster than your business. Transparent, flexible pricing helps you grow without unexpected fees or feature gatekeeping.
Starts at $23.99/month for a solo user and scales with your team size. Each additional staff member is $10. Core features like online booking, marketing, POS, and inventory are included in the base price. Add-ons like text marketing and branded apps are optional but clearly priced. Vagaro takes the approach of “pay for what you need”.
Mangomint offers a month-to-month subscription with three pricing options: $165/mo, $245/mo, $375/mo. However, transaction fees still apply for payments and online bookings, and you cannot choose which features you pay for.
Online Booking
A 24/7 booking system keeps your calendar full without constant back and forth. Clients expect instant access and you deserve time back in your day.
Clients can book services online 24/7 through your branded Vagaro booking page. You control availability, buffer times, cancellation policies, and deposits. Features like waitlists, recurring appointments, and intake forms come included, making it super customizable.
Also offers client-friendly online booking with a polished, minimalist interface. You can set provider preferences, manage cancellations, and enable booking rules. It’s smart automations automatically hide last minute openings and approve appointments based on client history.
Client Facing App
A branded app makes you look polished and professional, while marketplace exposure brings in new clients passively.
Clients can book through the Vagaro app, which includes marketplace visibility and reviews. They also offer a fully branded app with your custom business name and logo for an additional $200/month—a pro touch for businesses focused on brand polish.
No client marketplace or standalone app. Without a searchable marketplace, you’re missing out on passive client discovery.
Payment Processing & POS
You need to get paid—fast and securely, without friction. A strong POS handles cards, tips, memberships, and cancellations with ease.
Includes integrated payment processing with competitive rates (starting around 2.2%). Mobile checkout, Apple Pay, tap-to-pay, card on file, tip prompts, and cancellation fees are built in. Vagaro also offers instant payout and hardware to support payments in your salon.
Mangomint offers contactless payments as well with automatic checkout for both staff and clients. However, payment processing is only available through Mangomint Payments with rates starting at 2.45%. They do not currently offer an instant payout option.
Calendar & Staff Scheduling
Efficient scheduling keeps your team on time and your services running smoothly. When looking for software, look for commission tracking and role-based access.
The drag-and-drop calendar makes scheduling appointments easy. Set hours, breaks, and custom service hours for each provider. Color-coding and day/week views keep it visual and stress-free. Staff access levels, commissions, and performance reporting are included. Schedule personal time to block time off or set up clean-up time to keep the calendar organized. Vagaro integrates with your personal calendar to ensure there’s no double bookings in your personal/work life.
Minimal calendar view with drag-and-drop functionality offers visual simplicity. Staff permissions and multi-service bookings are easy to configure, but commission tracking and payroll reporting aren’t as detailed as Vagaro.
Marketing & Client Retention
Consistent marketing brings clients back and keeps your books full. Automation saves you hours of manual outreach every month.
Marketing tools come built in. You get 1,000 free email sends per month, plus customizable campaigns, referral tracking, client loyalty points, and automatic rebooking reminders. Add SMS marketing or your own app when you’re ready to level up.
The platform offers basic email and SMS marketing tools for promoting special offers, re-engaging past clients, and encouraging repeat bookings. Businesses can set up targeted campaigns directly within Mangomint.
Reports & Business Insights
Understanding what’s working (and what’s not) helps you grow smarter. Real-time reports support better decisions and smoother operations.
Full suite of reports: sales, tips, rebooking, commissions, inventory, payroll, and more. The dashboard is intuitive and gives a full snapshot of how your business is performing.
Offers reports on appointments, revenue, and performance. While simplified, they’re a bit more high-level and do not offer as much information.
Inventory & Product Sales
Retail = Revenue. A strong inventory system helps you track stock, manage suppliers, and never run out of your bestsellers.
Vagaro tracks inventory in real time with low-stock alerts, product bundling, vendor tracking, and retail sales directly through your online booking page.
Mangomint includes inventory tracking with low-stock alerts and retail sales, but offer fewer advanced options for online storefronts.
Loyalty & Client Rewards
Loyalty programs increase retention and keep your regulars coming back. Rewarding great clients builds long-term relationships.
Built-in loyalty points system lets clients earn rewards for bookings, referrals, and product purchases. Customize how points are earned and redeemed. It’s a great way to boost rebooking and word-of-mouth marketing.
No native loyalty program. You’ll need to use a third-party platform if you want to build client incentives or referral tracking into your business model.
Final Thoughts
Vagaro is made for beauty pros who want it all—smart features, sleek client experience, and a price tag that doesn’t make your lashes fall off. Whether you’re a solo artist, a small team, or a growing salon, Vagaro’s flexibility and value make it a no-brainer for anyone who wants tools that scale with them.
Mangomint is the minimal, yet robust software—if you’ve got the budget for it. It’s a good fit for boutique salons and medspas that want automation but don’t mind managing marketing or reports through separate platforms.
Both platforms are smart, stylish, and packed with potential but serve different priorities. If you want powerful features at a friendly price with beauty at its core? Vagaro is calling. If you love your supporting software and are looking for something to integrate with other tools, try Mangomint.