Fresha alternative

The Fresha alternative
that keeps your money.

Fresha takes 20% commission on every new client they send you. Calenya charges a flat £14/month - no commissions, no surprise deductions, no shared marketplace.

Calenya vs Fresha - side by side

CalenyaFresha
Monthly fee£14-£25/month flat£14.95/month + extras
Commission on new clients0% - ever20% (marketplace clients)
Payment processing fee0%1.40% + £0.25 per transaction
SMS remindersIncluded20/month free, £0.05+ after
AnalyticsIncludedAdd-on (£7.95/month)
Waitlist managementIncludedNot available
Loyalty cardIncluded£49.95/month add-on
Your client dataYoursShared marketplace
Import from FreshaAI import in 30 seconds-
Client list importCSV import from any platformManual only

Why beauty professionals switch from Fresha

No 20% commission

Fresha charges 20% on every new client from their marketplace. On a £50 treatment that's £10 gone. Calenya charges nothing extra - ever.

Your clients stay yours

On Fresha your clients can see competing salons. On Calenya your booking page is yours alone - no marketplace, no competitors alongside you.

Flat monthly fee

£14/month solo, £25/month for teams. No commissions, no add-ons required, no payment processing surcharges beyond standard Stripe rates.

Switch in 30 seconds

Paste your Fresha URL and our AI imports all your services instantly. You can be up and running on Calenya before your next client arrives.

Built for independents

Made specifically for independent self-care professionals - not large chains or franchises. Solo or small team, Calenya fits.

SMS reminders included

Automated reminders are included in your plan. No extra charges when your client list grows.

Your client list comes with you

Export your clients from Fresha or Wix as a CSV and import them into Calenya in seconds. They appear in your dashboard immediately - no action needed from them.

Frequently asked questions

Why is Calenya a better alternative to Fresha?

Fresha is free to start but charges 20% commission on every new client from their marketplace - that adds up fast. Calenya charges a simple flat monthly fee with zero commissions, so every pound you earn stays yours. You also get your own standalone booking page rather than being listed alongside competitors.

Can I switch from Fresha to Calenya easily?

Yes - paste your Fresha URL and our AI imports all your services, prices and durations automatically in about 30 seconds. No manual re-entry.

Does Calenya have a marketplace like Fresha?

No, and that's the point. Fresha's marketplace means new clients can find your competitors just as easily as you. Calenya gives you your own branded booking page - clients book directly with you.

How much does Calenya cost compared to Fresha?

Calenya is £14/month for solo practitioners or £25/month for teams of up to 3 staff. That's it - no commissions, no per-transaction fees, no add-ons required. Fresha is free but the 20% commission on marketplace clients means busy practitioners often pay more.

Is Calenya suitable for independent self-care professionals?

Yes - Calenya was built specifically for independent self-care professionals. Whether you work solo or run a small team, Calenya gives you a branded booking page and the tools to manage your diary without commissions or add-on fees.

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