Salon comparison

Mindbody was built for enterprise gyms. Relay was built for you.

See how Relay compares to Mindbody feature by feature.

Feature

Relay

Mindbody

AI auto-booking

✓AI handles inbound calls and messages, books appointments autonomously

No AI auto-booking — relies on client self-service or staff manual entry

Simplicity

✓Set up in minutes, intuitive mobile-first interface for salon owners

Complex onboarding, steep learning curve, designed for enterprise operations

Pricing

✓Affordable per-staff pricing accessible to independent salons and small teams

Starts at $139+/mo with additional fees for premium features

Mobile-native

✓Built mobile-first — manage your entire business from your phone

Desktop-first platform with a mobile app that mirrors the web experience

Client communication

✓Smart inbox with AI replies, conversation threads, and client context cards

Basic automated marketing emails and reminders

Fast setup

✓Import clients and go live in under an hour with guided onboarding

Multi-week implementation process with dedicated onboarding specialist required

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Relay vs Booksy

Booksy lists you on a marketplace. Relay runs your entire business.

Relay vs Fresha

Fresha is free until you process a payment. Relay is smart from day one.

Relay vs Square Appointments

Square handles payments. Relay handles everything else — and books for you.

Relay vs Vagaro

Everything Vagaro does, plus AI that actually books for you.