Riverd
Riverd vs. Vagaro

Compare Riverd vs Vagaro.

Salons love it. Solo massage therapists don't. Vagaro is great if you need to manage 15 hair stylists and inventory for shampoo bottles. But for an independent massage therapist, the interface is overkill and confusing for clients trying to just book an hour session.

Last updated June 2026

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Feature Checklist
Vagaro
Riverd
Monthly Base Price
$30+ / month
Free up to 20 appts/mo, then $39/mo (billed annually)
Per-Feature Add-On Fees
$10+ each
$0, no per-feature add-ons
AI SOAP Note Generator
Not available
Included on River
Clinical Session Notes
Basic notes only
Included on every plan, free
Designed For
Salons & multi-staff spas
Solo therapists
Client Login Required to Book
Yes, creates friction
No, frictionless
Setup Time
Several hours
Under 3 minutes
Online Booking
Included
Included
SMS Reminders
Included
Included on River
Payments
Built-in card processing (fees apply)
Track any payment + card on file via your own Square

“Vagaro is fine for a 15-person hair salon, but it's confusing when you practice alone. I switched to Riverd because it's built explicitly for solo practitioners, and it's perfectly frictionless.”

Jessica M.

LMT & Bodyworker — Joined us from Vagaro

Leave Vagaro today in 3 easy steps.

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1. Export from Vagaro

Run an export of your current client database from Vagaro.

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2. Create your Riverd account

Create your Riverd account for free. Clients are added automatically as they book, and you can add regulars by hand from your dashboard. Bulk CSV import is in development.

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3. Flip the switch

Update your Instagram bio and website with your new elegant booking link.

Sign up for Riverd Free

No credit card required. Free for up to 20 appointments a month.