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Studioloop vs Mindbody
The broad wellness platform built for gyms, studios, and spas. Powerful but complex and expensive.
Flat pricing
Per location, cap at $249/mo
Branded app + loyalty
Built-in, not an add-on
No marketplace tax
No feature gating
The short version
“Mindbody is built for the full wellness industry, not salons specifically. It starts at $129/mo with complexity and feature tiers. StudioLoop is a salon-first platform at $99/mo with everything included.”
Feature by feature
How they compare
15 metrics that matter when choosing salon software. Every row shows what you get with Studioloop versus Mindbody.
Studioloop
Mindbody
Studioloop
$99/mo flat, per location. Price caps at $249/mo for 4+ locations. Every feature included.
Mindbody
From ~$159/mo per location (Starter). Accelerate ~$279, Ultimate ~$499, Ultimate Plus ~$699/mo.
Studioloop
Stripe-powered. Cards, wallets, and pay-later where available. Direct deposits to your bank.
Mindbody
Mindbody payments: 1.69%-3.39% + $0.20 depending on card type. $6/mo processing fee.
Studioloop
Embeddable widget with 6 themes. Guest-first booking (no login required). QR codes and link sharing.
Mindbody
Core scheduling and online booking. Mindbody consumer app.
Studioloop
No marketplace. Clients book through your channels only. No competitor listings inside the app.
Mindbody
Mindbody marketplace: 20% commission on new marketplace clients (capped at $30).
Studioloop
Configurable per service. Full prepay or percentage deposits. Card on file.
Mindbody
Deposits and holds supported.
Studioloop
Card-on-file enforcement. Automated no-show and late cancellation fees.
Mindbody
Automated late cancel and no-show fee tools.
Studioloop
Push notifications, email, and SMS reminders included in every plan, subject to fair use and anti-abuse protections.
Mindbody
Auto emails and texts. Utility Messages SMS is an add-on.
Studioloop
Built-in loyalty program with points and tiers. Custom rewards. Branded app drives retention.
Mindbody
Marketing tools vary by software level. Messaging limits by tier.
Studioloop
Gift cards (email, SMS, print), service packages, and memberships. All included.
Mindbody
Gift cards and packages. Feature depth varies by tier.
Studioloop
Retail POS, inventory tracking, barcode scanning, and cash drawer management.
Mindbody
Retail and product sales. Availability varies by package.
Studioloop
Staff scheduling, roles, permissions, automated commissions. No per-staff fees.
Mindbody
Staff tools vary by software level. Deep customization on higher tiers.
Studioloop
Multi-location with shared clients, central reporting, and a price cap at $249/mo total.
Mindbody
Per-location pricing. Enterprise tooling available.
Studioloop
Revenue analytics, staff performance, retention metrics, and booking insights.
Mindbody
Very advanced reporting and analytics. A key strength.
Studioloop
Stripe Connect, embeddable booking widget, QR codes. API access.
Mindbody
Integrations portal. Zapier via AppConnect partners.
Studioloop
Free migration assistance. Full data export anytime. Email and chat support.
Mindbody
CSV export. White-glove migration on higher tiers. 24/7 support.
Why salons switch
Common reasons salons move
to Studioloop
Too broad for salons
Mindbody serves gyms, yoga studios, and spas. The platform is packed with features salons never use. StudioLoop is purpose-built for salon workflows.
Expensive starting point
Mindbody starts at $129/mo per location, and higher tiers reach $250+. StudioLoop starts at $99/mo with every feature included.
Feature gating across tiers
Marketing tools, staff features, and reports vary by software level. StudioLoop gives every salon the same full platform.
Complexity and onboarding time
Mindbody's breadth means longer setup and training. StudioLoop is designed to set up quickly with import-from-website onboarding.
Who it's for
Which one is right for you?
Mindbody is best for
Large wellness businesses (gyms, yoga studios, spas) that need broad scheduling and can invest in onboarding and higher-tier plans.
Studioloop is best for
Salons and beauty businesses that want a focused, simple platform with transparent pricing and salon-specific tools like loyalty and a branded app.
Common questions
Studioloop vs Mindbody FAQ
Is Mindbody cheaper than StudioLoop?
No. Mindbody starts at approximately $159/mo per location, and tiers range up to $699/mo (Ultimate Plus). StudioLoop is $99/mo per location with every feature included and a price cap at $249/mo for 4+ locations.
Does Mindbody have a branded app?
Mindbody offers a branded app option on its Ultimate tier, which costs significantly more. StudioLoop includes a branded iOS app in every plan.
Can I migrate from Mindbody to StudioLoop?
Yes. Mindbody supports CSV exports. StudioLoop offers free migration assistance to transfer your client data, services, and booking history.
Is Mindbody better for salons or wellness businesses?
Mindbody was built for the broader wellness industry including gyms, yoga, and fitness. StudioLoop is built specifically for salons and beauty businesses with tools like loyalty programs, branded apps, and salon-specific workflows.
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