Why SmartBooker — Not Just Another Marketplace

Discover how SmartBooker gives you full brand control, private client databases, and commission-free bookings — unlike traditional marketplaces that own your customer relationships.

Feature	Smart Booker UK	Fresha^*	Booksy^*	Checkatrade^*	Rated People^*
Your own domain name	✅ Yes — launch on your own .co.uk or .com domain	❌ No	❌ No	❌ No	❌ No
Full brand ownership	✅ 100% under your business name	❌ Marketplace-based	❌ Marketplace-based	❌ Marketplace-based	❌ Marketplace-based
Separate client database (GDPR)	✅ Dedicated database per account	❌ Shared	❌ Shared	❌ Shared	❌ Shared
Custom website layout	✅ Choose or request your own	❌ Limited templates	❌ Limited templates	❌ Limited templates	❌ Limited templates
Gift voucher system	✅ Built-in	✅ Add-on	✅ Add-on	❌ Shared	❌ Shared
No-show prevention	✅ Integrated card hold	✅ Yes	✅ Yes	✅ Yes	✅ Yes
Unlimited team members	✅ No extra charge	⚠️ Limited tiers	⚠️ Limited tiers	⚠️ Limited tiers	⚠️ Limited tiers
Support availability	✅ 24/7 email support	⚠️ Limited hours	⚠️ Limited hours	⚠️ Limited hours	⚠️ Limited hours
Commission on bookings	✅ 0% — all yours	❌ Up to 20%	❌ Up to 15%	❌ Per lead	❌ Per lead

^*All information is based on publicly available features of each platform. Comparisons are for general information only and do not imply any partnership or endorsement.

One Tool — Your Brand, Your Business, Every Industry

From salons and spas to trades, coaching, pet care, and more — SmartBooker lets you manage all your services under your own brand. Keep full control over client data, bookings, and your professional image, without relying on marketplaces.

Automotive

Online booking system for garages, mobile mechanics and automotive service businesses.

Beauty

Powerful booking system for salons, barbers, beauty clinics and spas.

Cleaning

Online booking and scheduling for domestic and commercial cleaning companies.

Construction & Trades

Job and appointment booking system for trades and construction services.

Creative Services

Booking platform for photographers, designers, studios and creative professionals.

Education

Online booking platform for tutors, coaches, schools and training providers.

Events

Flexible booking platform for events, entertainment and party hire businesses.

Food & Hospitality

Online booking and reservations for restaurants, caterers and hospitality services.

General

Flexible online booking system for any business that works by appointments or time slots.

Health

Appointment scheduling platform for clinics, therapists and healthcare providers.

Home Services

Booking software for local home services such as gardening, repairs and maintenance.

Logistics

Scheduling and booking system for couriers, freight and transport services.

Pets

Booking software for pet care services including grooming, walking and vet visits.

Retail

Appointment and reservation booking system for shops and retail based services.