Current comparison

Lookster vs Booksy

Booksy is popular with barbers and hair salons and combines salon software with a marketplace. Its nearest official euro pricing page lists €35 per month plus €7 per additional team member and says it charges no commission or booking fees. Lookster is currently completely free and charges 0% commission.

Lookster€00% commission
Booksy€35.00from per month

Information about Booksy verified on 11 July 2026 via Booksy's official website. Spotted something that's no longer accurate? Let us know and we'll update it.

Feature by feature

What do Lookster and Booksy include?

FeatureLooksterBooksy
Full web dashboard - works on any device
Online calendar with real-time updates
24/7 online bookings
Own consumer marketplace and customer app
0% commission on all your bookings
Automatic appointment reminders
Recurring appointments, adjustable per visit
Personal login and calendar per staff member
Automatic review collection after appointments
Statistics and reports
Booking app for your clients
Dashboard app for iPhone and iPad
Dashboard app for Android
Coming soonThe dashboard already works fully in the browser on Android and Windows.
Dashboard app for Windows
Coming soonThe dashboard already works fully in the browser on every Windows device.
Online payments and deposits
Coming soonIn development - coming to Lookster soon.

A dash means we could not clearly verify the feature in public product information.

Our honest verdict

Which option fits you?

Booksy is a mature product with a large international community, although it has no Dutch business website. If you want to start locally without monthly costs, Lookster charges 0% commission and is an accessible alternative for your salon.

German price (there is no Dutch business pricing page), excl. taxes and additional staff (€7 per person per month). The German pricing page states that no commission or booking fees apply. View Booksy's official pricing source
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Frequently asked questions

How much does Booksy cost compared to Lookster?+

Lookster is currently completely free and charges 0% commission.

Does Lookster charge commission, like some alternatives?+

No. Lookster charges 0% commission on all your bookings - including new clients who arrive via the Lookster marketplace or the customer app. Your clients remain your clients.

Is it easy to switch from Booksy to Lookster?+

Yes. Create a free account, add your treatments, team and opening hours, and share your booking link. Most salons are live within a day. You can also use Lookster for free alongside Booksy until you're sure about the switch.

Do I need an app to use Lookster?+

No. The full dashboard works in the browser on any device: Windows, Android, Mac, iPad or iPhone. The iOS app is a handy extra; the Android and Windows apps are coming soon.

Ready to experience it?

Your first booking starts with a free account

Prepare your calendar, share your booking link and let clients do the rest. No contract; Lookster charges 0% commission.

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