GroomSlot vs Fresha
Compare GroomSlot with Fresha - two powerful grooming business tools with very different approaches to booking, scheduling, client experience and growth.
Why groomers are switching
Control over your diary
GroomSlot is designed to let you stay in control of your schedule. Fresha focuses on customer-led online booking and marketplace discovery.
Built for Mobile Workflows
GroomSlot includes route planning, travel buffers and map-based scheduling to reduce wasted driving - features Fresha does not prioritise.
Simple, Predictable Pricing
GroomSlot keeps pricing straightforward with a single plan, while Fresha’s model includes marketplace exposure and additional service fees.
Fresha is a globally recognised booking and business management platform used across salons, spas and pet grooming businesses. Its feature set includes online booking, automated email and SMS reminders, client and pet records, payments, staff management, reporting and optional marketplace exposure that allows new customers to discover and book services directly.
This marketplace-led approach works well for businesses focused on maximising online visibility and customer self-service. However, it can be less suitable for groomers who prefer to carefully control their diary, limit travel distance, or manage bookings manually to avoid inefficient scheduling.
GroomSlot takes a different approach. It is designed around how groomers actually plan and move through their day - particularly mobile and independent groomers. GroomSlot helps you cluster nearby bookings, enforce travel rules and buffer times, and visualise your full day on a map before heading out.
Online booking is optional in GroomSlot, and when enabled, customers are only shown recommended time slots that fit your rules. Combined with flexible reminders via WhatsApp, SMS and email, and integrations with Stripe, SumUp and Square, GroomSlot focuses on efficiency, control and realistic day planning rather than marketplace growth.
Switching from Fresha
Many groomers try GroomSlot alongside Fresha during the free trial to compare workflows. GroomSlot supports importing customer and booking data so you can test route planning, reminders and diary control without disrupting your existing setup.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does GroomSlot include a marketplace like Fresha?
No - GroomSlot focuses on helping you manage and optimise your own bookings rather than listing your business in a shared marketplace.
Can I still manually manage my diary?
Yes. GroomSlot allows you to add, move and manage appointments yourself.
Is GroomSlot suitable for mobile groomers?
Yes. GroomSlot is built with mobile grooming in mind, including route planning, travel buffers and map-based scheduling.
Can I take deposits and payments?
Yes - GroomSlot integrates with Stripe, SumUp and Square for deposits and payments."