Cuadra vs Fresha
Fresha charges 2% per sale and doesn’t issue FEL. Cuadra is Q249/mo (Pro), with no per-sale commission, and issues FEL from day one.
- FEL certified
- Made in Guatemala
- 30-day guarantee
- No charge until day 15
If you run a salon or spa in Guatemala, you’re comparing Cuadra with Fresha for one reason: both handle appointments + POS. The difference is the cost per sale, the electronic invoicing (FEL) the SAT requires, and where support reaches you when something breaks during Guatemalan business hours.
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| Feature | Cuadra | Fresha |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly cost | Q249/mo (Pro) · 14-day trial | Free (charges 2% per sale) |
| Per-sale fee | 0% — flat plan, no commission | 2% of total sold |
| FEL electronic invoicing (SAT) | ||
| Guatemalan Spanish support | ||
| Automated WhatsApp Business | ||
| POS for product sales | ||
| Online booking | ||
| Multi-branch | ||
| Multi-business (franchise) | ||
| API + Webhooks | ||
| App language | Spanish + English | English (partial Spanish) |
| Native currency | Quetzal (Q) | USD (with conversion) |
Why they prefer Cuadra
- Built for Guatemala: FEL included, Guatemalan Spanish support, pricing in quetzales.
- No per-sale fee: you pay a flat monthly plan, however much you sell.
- WhatsApp support with same-day replies (Fresha replies by email, in English).
When Fresha might be better
- Fresha is global and drives more direct online bookings through its marketplace.
- If you sell mainly in the US or Europe, Fresha has a wider presence.
Frequently asked questions
Do I have to pay to use Cuadra?
No. You try Pro for 14 days at no charge and then pay a flat monthly plan — never a percentage of your sales.Does Cuadra issue electronic invoices (FEL)?
Yes. Cuadra issues FEL from day one: Pro includes 250 DTE a month and Premium 500. Fresha doesn’t integrate with Guatemala’s SAT.Can I migrate my data from Fresha?
Yes. We have an assistant that imports clients, services, and appointment history from Fresha’s CSV export. 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.