Aphra and Fresha, side by side
Fresha charges per bookable team member and runs a marketplace. Aphra charges per location and has no marketplace. Which one costs less depends on the size of your team.
| Topic | Aphra | Fresha |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly price | $19.95 per location | $5.95 for one bookable person (Independent), or $3.95 per team member (Team) |
| Working alone | $19.95 | $5.95 |
| A team of six | $19.95 | $23.70 |
| Fee for new clients | None | A one-time fee for new clients who find you through the Fresha marketplace. Their pricing page does not state the amount. No fee for returning clients or for clients from your own website and social media. |
| Free trial | 14 days, no credit card | 7 days, no credit card |
| Text message reminders | Not available. Reminders go by email and WhatsApp. | 20 free per month, per team member on the Team plan |
Fresha shows these prices in US dollars, excluding local sales tax.
Where Fresha is stronger
- It is cheaper if you work alone.
- It has a marketplace where new clients can find you.
- It sends text message reminders. Aphra does not.
- Phone support is included in the Team plan.
Where Aphra is different
- The price does not grow with your team. Team members who only see their own calendar are free.
- There is no marketplace and no fee for new clients.
- Reminders can go out by WhatsApp from your own number.
- Your booking page works in six languages.
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Read on November 12, 2026. Fresha is a trademark of its owner and Aphra is not affiliated with it. Found a mistake? Email hello@aphrabooking.com and we will correct it.