Salon comparison
Everything Vagaro does, plus AI that actually books for you.
See how Relay compares to Vagaro feature by feature.
Feature
Relay
Vagaro
AI auto-booking
✓AI answers calls, texts back, and books appointments autonomously 24/7
Basic automated reminders only, no AI booking capability
Smart inbox
✓Unified inbox with AI-suggested replies, smart cards, and client context
Basic email and SMS reminders, no unified messaging
Team chat
✓Built-in team messaging with per-location channels and shift coordination
No team chat — staff rely on external apps
Per-stylist pricing
✓Flexible per-stylist pricing tiers and individual schedule control
Flat monthly fee regardless of team size, $25-85/mo
Call handling
✓AI receptionist picks up missed calls, captures intent, and books or routes
No call handling — missed calls are missed clients
Mobile experience
✓Mobile-native app built for on-the-go salon owners and stylists
Mobile app available but desktop-oriented feature set
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