Looking for a Vagaro alternative?
Vagaro handles your back-of-house operations. OpenTulpa handles your front-of-house conversations — booking clients through Instagram DMs, WhatsApp, and website chat, 24/7.
Why businesses switch from Vagaro
Vagaro requires clients to use a booking portal — OpenTulpa books through Instagram DMs and messaging apps
Vagaro doesn't respond to client inquiries — OpenTulpa answers every DM and message instantly
OpenTulpa converts Instagram followers into booked appointments without any staff involvement
No extra app for clients to download or accounts to create — just a natural conversation
OpenTulpa handles after-hours inquiries — Vagaro only processes what clients initiate themselves
Feature comparison
| Feature | OpenTulpa | Vagaro |
|---|---|---|
| Instagram DM to booking | ||
| AI-powered inquiry responses | ||
| Online booking portal | ||
| POS and payments | ||
| Multi-stylist scheduling | ||
| Automated reminders | ||
| Marketing and email campaigns | ||
| Client management / profiles | ||
| 24/7 AI responses | ||
| Lead qualification |
Pricing comparison
OpenTulpa
From $130/mo
Flat rate · Unlimited conversations · 24/7
Vagaro
From $25/mo
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