Cuadra vs Booksy
Booksy charges a subscription + a commission on marketplace bookings. Cuadra is flat-priced, with no per-booking commission.
- FEL certified
- Made in Guatemala
- 30-day guarantee
- No charge until day 15
Booksy is strong on its booking marketplace — useful if you want to attract new clients through its public app. But the per-marketplace-booking commission model can add up fast. Cuadra focuses on the clients who are already yours: you give them the URL, they book, they come back. No middleman charging you for every visit.
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| Feature | Cuadra | Booksy |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly cost | Q249/mo (Pro) · 14-day trial | $29.90/mo minimum |
| Marketplace commission | 0% | 20-30% per new booking |
| FEL electronic invoicing (SAT) | ||
| Integrated POS | ||
| Guatemalan Spanish support | ||
| WhatsApp Business | ||
| Multi-branch | ||
| Product inventory | ||
| API + Webhooks | ||
| Currency | Quetzal (Q) | USD |
Why they prefer Cuadra
- No commission on each booking (Booksy charges up to 30% on marketplace bookings).
- FEL included — Booksy doesn’t issue electronic invoices for Guatemala.
- Support during Guatemalan business hours, in Spanish, over WhatsApp.
When Booksy might be better
- Booksy has a consumer-facing marketplace that generates new-client bookings in countries like the US and Poland.
- If your business depends on mass discovery via search, Booksy can be more visible.
Frequently asked questions
Does Cuadra have a marketplace like Booksy?
Not today. Cuadra focuses on giving the business tools to retain its own clients. If mass discovery is your priority, Booksy is a stronger option there.How much do I save switching from Booksy to Cuadra?
It depends on volume. A salon with 200 marketplace bookings/month pays roughly $300+ in Booksy commissions — Cuadra is Q249/month flat with no commissions. Use the calculator at /precios to see your case.Can I migrate my data from Booksy?
Yes. Booksy lets you export clients and appointments; Cuadra imports them. Write to us at hola@cuadra.gt and we’ll guide you.
Try Cuadra for 14 days at no charge
No charge until day 15. No contracts. Cancel anytime.