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    The Fresha Alternative For UK Traders

    Fresha is built for salons and wellness businesses. TaapCraft brings the same booking and payment convenience to every trade and retailer in the UK.

    Why Traders Look For A Fresha Alternative

    Focused on one sector

    Extra fees for new client bookings and add-ons

    Not designed for trades or product sales

    Fresha vs TaapCraft: What It Costs A Trader

     FreshaTaapCraft
    Monthly or annual subscriptionSoftware free at entry, with fees on some bookings and featuresNone. No monthly fee, no listing fee.
    Cost of an enquiryNew client bookings can carry an additional feeFree. You are never charged to see or reply to a job.
    What you payCosts vary by feature and booking typeCommission on completed work only: 12.5% up to £1,000, 8.5% from £1,001 to £5,000, 5.5% above £5,001 (INC VAT/Payment Fees). Goods-only retailers pay 5% and the customer pays delivery.
    Getting paidPayment handled through the platformPayment held securely and released on completion, with escrow payment protection.
    Who the job is shared withClients book through your salon profileYou choose which jobs you quote for. Customers can message you directly.

    Competitor pricing is described in the terms each platform publishes. Check their current pricing before deciding.

    Fresha Alternatives: Common Questions

    Can beauty and wellness businesses use TaapCraft?

    Yes, alongside every other trade and retailer, with the same commission-only pricing.

    Are there fees for new customers?

    No separate new client fee. Commission applies to completed bookings only.

    Can I sell products as well as appointments?

    Yes. Goods-only sales are charged at 5% and the customer pays delivery.

    Fresha Alternatives By City

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    Keep More Of Every Job

    No subscriptions, monthly fees or listing fees. Commission on completed work only, from 12.5% down to 5.5% (INC VAT/Payment Fees), and 5% for goods-only retailers.

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