Built for Barbers
One platform. Every kind of business owner. The same dashboard, booking flow, and ownership, tailored to how you work.
Your business, in one place
Dashboard
Good morning, John
12
Today's bookings
£420
Today
184
Clients
4.9
Rating
Today's appointments
View allMarcus Johnson
Fade Cut
Alex Patel
Classic Haircut
Step 3 of 4
Choose a time
Classic Haircut
with John · 30 min · £35
New booking
Marcus · 10:30
New booking
nowMarcus J. · Fade Cut · 10:30
New review
2m★★★★★ “Best cut ever”
Payment received
5m£45.00 · Alex P.
Your business, your rules.
CHAIR fits around how you already run your day. No marketplace template, no commission on your work, no platform telling you how to run your business.
Everything to run it. At one price.
Run the day, bring clients back, and get paid on time. One platform you actually own.
Today
12 bookingsMarcus J.
FadeAlex P.
CutSam W.
BeardRun the day
Multi-staff calendars, intake forms, and reminders that fire on their own.
- Multiple calendars & scheduling
- Client management & history
- Service customization
- Business analytics & reporting
- Waitlist management
This week
18 reviewsSarah J.
“Best cut in town”
Olivia M.
“Booking was so easy”
Marcus T.
“Reminded me 24h ahead”
Bring clients back
Reviews, reminders, and offers that turn first-timers into regulars.
- Promotional campaigns
- Referral programs
- Email marketing campaigns
- Social media integration
- Client ratings & feedback
Last booking
£45.00Get paid
Stripe processes the cards. You get daily payouts. CHAIR takes 0% commission.
- Secure payment processing
- Multiple payment methods
- Automated invoicing
- Revenue tracking & reports
- Online product store (coming soon)
You decide how you get paid
Set the rules per service. Nothing required at booking, a deposit, the full amount upfront, settle after the appointment, or take cash on the day. When money does move online, it flows straight to your bank.
- Per-service rules: nothing, deposit, full upfront, post-appointment, or in-person
- Customers only enter card details when your rule requires it, processed securely by Stripe
- Daily payouts to your bank with no manual reconciliation
Recent payments
LiveFee-free, aside from mandatory card processing
CHAIR doesn't take a cut of your bookings. The only deduction is the standard card-processing fee from Stripe, the same rate Stripe gives any business, with no platform markup added by us.
Total fees on a £30 booking
Per-booking comparison
| Platform | Card fee | Platform fee | Marketplace surcharge | Cost per booking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHAIR | 1.5% + 20p | £0 | None | 65p |
| Other platforms | 1.29% – 2.5% + up to 25p | Bundled into card fee | Up to 35% on new clients | 59p – 90p+ |
Based on a survey of UK booking platforms, May 2026. "Marketplace surcharge" only applies when a platform sources a new client for you; your own clients aren't affected. CHAIR has no marketplace surcharge.
Monthly software cost
Subscription comparison
| Platform | Solo pro | 5-chair salon | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHAIR | £9.99/mo | £15.99/mo flat | Up to 12 team members on Team plan |
| Other platforms | Free to £40/mo | £16 – £60+/mo | Often per-staff pricing, plus marketplace surcharges |
Based on a survey of UK booking platforms, May 2026. Excludes card-processing fees, hardware costs, and any usage-based add-ons.
Get discovered (on your terms)
While you own your clients, you can still opt-in to location-based discovery to grow your business
Local Discovery
Clients can easily find you based on their location. Your business appears in search results when customers look for services in your area.
Service-Based Search
Customers can search by service type, business name, or location. Your profile appears when you match their criteria.
Build Your Reputation
Showcase your work with photos, display client ratings, and build trust with potential customers browsing the marketplace.
Meta & Google Ads
Connect your Meta and Google Ads accounts to drive paid traffic straight to your booking page. Track conversions per campaign without extra spreadsheets.
Alex's Studio
0.5 miles away • ⭐ 4.9
Modern Cuts
1.2 miles away • ⭐ 4.8
Style Studio
2.1 miles away • ⭐ 5.0
Example marketplace results
Connecting with clients
Build stronger relationships through seamless communication
Unlimited Messages
Direct client communication
Stay connected with your clients through our built-in messaging system, on both web and mobile. Send appointment reminders, answer questions, and build lasting relationships, all in one place.
- Real-time messaging with clients
- Automated appointment reminders
- Message capacity per booking
- Email & chat support included
Smart Notifications
Get instant alerts for new bookings, messages, and important updates.
Client Profiles
Access complete client history, preferences, and past appointments at a glance.
Secure & Private
All communications are encrypted and secure. Your client data is protected.
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