A Simpler, Commission-Free Alternative to Booksy
Booksy charges a monthly subscription plus optional 'Boost' fees to improve your marketplace visibility. Nextro is £29/month flat — no Boost, no commission, no pay-to-play ranking system.
Nextro is personal trainer booking software built for the UK — clients book and pay upfront, so you never have to chase.
Why businesses switch from Booksy to Nextro
Booksy's monthly subscription covers platform access, but visibility within the Booksy marketplace requires spending on Boost — Booksy's paid ranking system. On Nextro, there is no ranking system, no Boost, no pay-to-play. Your booking page is accessed directly by your clients — no algorithm involved.
Booksy is a marketplace where your salon competes alongside other local businesses. A client who finds you on Booksy can browse competitors in the same session. Nextro gives you a private booking page — clients come directly to you.
Booksy's pricing can become unpredictable once Boost spend is factored in. Nextro is a fixed £29/month regardless of booking volume or business growth. No variable costs, no surprises.
Barbers and salons with strong local reputations and returning client bases derive less value from Booksy's discovery features. Nextro's direct booking page is better suited to businesses that already have clients — it removes the marketplace layer entirely.
Nextro is built specifically for the UK market — GBP pricing, UK booking flows, and no US-centric product decisions that don't reflect how UK beauty businesses operate.
Nextro vs Booksy: feature comparison
| Feature | Nextro | Booksy |
|---|---|---|
| Online booking page | ||
| Card payments via Stripe | ||
| No commission on bookings | ||
| No marketplace Boost / paid ranking | ||
| Flat, predictable monthly pricing | ||
| Private direct booking page | ||
| Deposit / upfront payment collection | ||
| Automated booking confirmations | ||
| UK-first design |
Nextro is a better fit if you:
Common questions
What are Booksy Boost fees?
Booksy Boost is Booksy's paid advertising system that improves your salon's ranking in the Booksy marketplace. It's an additional spend on top of the monthly subscription. Nextro has no equivalent — there is no marketplace, no ranking, and no pay-to-play system.
Is Nextro cheaper than Booksy?
Nextro is £29/month with no additional spend required. Booksy's total cost depends on subscription tier plus any Boost spend. For most established salons, Nextro is significantly cheaper on a total cost basis.
Is Booksy good for barbers?
Booksy has a strong barber audience in the US market. Nextro is built specifically for the UK — GBP payments, UK booking flows, and pricing calibrated to UK barber pricing models.
Can I migrate my Booksy clients to Nextro?
Yes — you can add your client list manually and share your Nextro booking link. Most businesses complete the switch within a day.
Does Nextro work for barbers?
Yes — Nextro is used by UK barbers for haircut, fade, and beard trim bookings. You can set up unlimited service types, collect upfront payment, and send automated booking confirmations.
How much does Nextro cost?
Nextro is £29/month — flat-rate, zero commission, no Boost fees, cancel anytime. Start with a 14-day free trial.
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Your booking page. No algorithm. No Boost spend.
Booksy's marketplace model means your visibility is partly determined by how much you spend on Boost. Nextro removes the algorithm entirely — clients access your booking page directly. One flat price, no pay-to-play, no competitors on the same page.
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Nextro is personal trainer booking software for UK coaches. £29/month, keep 100% of what you charge, and your booking page runs itself.
No long-term contract. Cancel anytime.