A Fresha alternative for salons that want zero commissions
Fresha popularised “subscription-free” software for salons. Its model is sustained by commissions on new clients arriving through its marketplace, payment-processing fees and paid extras such as message campaigns. It is a good tool, but “free” comes with fine print. Belleceo goes one step further: no commission on new clients and no extras you need in order to work.
Where they are alike and where they differ
Both offer an agenda, online booking, client records, reminders and reviews with no monthly fee. The difference is how they make money: Fresha takes a percentage of the first appointment of every new client from its marketplace plus fees for card payments; Belleceo charges no commissions and does not process payments today.
If you always charge at the venue and acquire clients through your own link, Belleceo costs exactly zero. If you need to take online deposits, Fresha solves that today and Belleceo does not yet.
Where Belleceo is the better fit
Mobile professionals: Belleceo lets you define service areas and request the client’s address with consent, and shows you in searches for that area.
Small teams: invite your staff by email, each sees their own agenda and statistics, and reviews are attributed to the professional who did the service.
- Zero commissions, including for clients who come from Belleceo search.
- No paid extras for basics such as reminders.
- GDPR data and consents managed per business.
Migrating from Fresha
Fresha lets you export clients as CSV. Send us the file through Support and we load it together with your service list. Then switch the booking link in your Instagram bio and on Google, and tell your regulars on WhatsApp about your new link.
Side by side
| Fresha | Belleceo | |
|---|---|---|
| Subscription | No | No |
| Commission on marketplace new clients | Yes | No |
| Card payment fees | Yes | No payment processing |
| Automatic reminders | Yes | Yes (email and push) |
| Marketing campaigns | Paid | Not included |
| Home-service areas | Limited | Yes |
| Per-appointment chat with the client | No | Yes |
Third-party features and pricing change over time. Always check the provider's official website for current terms.
Frequently asked questions
- Does Belleceo charge for clients who arrive through its search?
- No. No client, wherever they come from, generates a commission.
- Can I take deposits to avoid no-shows?
- Not yet. Belleceo reduces no-shows with automatic reminders, a configurable cancellation policy and automatic pausing of recurring series after repeated absences.
- Is there a mobile app?
- Yes: Belleceo Pro to run your business and Belleceo for your clients, on iOS and Android.
Try Belleceo with your business
Free, no commissions, no card required. Your booking link ready in under 10 minutes.
Last updated: 2026-08-31