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Treatwell alternative for salons and barbershops

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Treatwell is one of Europe's largest beauty marketplaces: clients search and book treatments at many salons in the same app, and the salon pays a subscription and commission on bookings that come from the marketplace. If you already have loyal clients, a website of your own can cost less, show only your work and keep your client list with you. Here are the differences and how to switch without losing anything.

Treatwell vs UseProBook: the main differences

  • Where clients book: on Treatwell, on a profile inside the platform, next to other businesses. On UseProBook, on your own website, with only your business.
  • Commission: UseProBook never takes a commission per booking. You pay a fixed monthly price, from €29.
  • Brand: your website shows your name, your colours, your photos and, if you like, your own domain (.com, .lu, .co.uk…).
  • Clients: the relationship and the client list stay with you, and clients come back to you, not to a list of competitors.
  • Lock-in: there is none. Cancel from your dashboard whenever you want.

When it makes sense to stay on Treatwell

A marketplace can help when you are starting out and still need new clients to find you. It makes sense to stay if:

  • A big part of your diary comes from new Treatwell clients
  • You use Treatwell promotions and vouchers to fill quiet hours

When your own website pays off

Treatwell is strong at bringing new clients, but clients who are already yours don't need to go through a marketplace. For them, a website with your name and booking in 3 taps is faster and costs you no commission.

For most salons and barbershops, most bookings come from regulars and from people who already follow you on Instagram or find you on Google. For those bookings, paying commission or showing competitors next to you adds nothing.

How to switch from Treatwell without losing clients

  • Create your website in 2 minutes from your business name or your Instagram, and see it ready before you pay.
  • Copy your services and prices to the website and send the new link to regulars on WhatsApp or Instagram.
  • Put the website link in your Instagram bio, on WhatsApp and on your Google Business Profile.
  • Keep both for a few weeks, until your regulars book on your website.

Frequently asked questions

Is UseProBook a marketplace like Treatwell?
No. It is a website just for your business, with no other salons next to it and no ads. Clients arrive from Instagram, Google and word of mouth.
Can I use UseProBook and stay on Treatwell?
Yes. Many professionals use their own website for regulars and keep the marketplace while they switch.
How much does UseProBook cost?
From €29 per month, with no commission per booking and no lock-in. A custom domain is optional, at €34 per year.
Are Treatwell's prices and commissions in this article up to date?
Platform terms change often. Always check current prices and commissions on Treatwell's own website.

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