Vagaro vs Mariana Tek
Side-by-side from the Top 11 rankings of The 11 Best Salon & Spa Management Software and The 11 Best Fitness Studio Management Software. Last verified June 10, 2026.
The short answer
Vagaro ranks higher on Top 11 (#2 vs #6) for Salon and spa owners managing appointments and clients / Boutique fitness studio owners managing classes, members, and billing. A true growth engine with its client marketplace and extensive feature set.
At a glance
| Vagaro | Mariana Tek | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #2 / The 11 Best Salon & Spa Management Software | #6 / The 11 Best Fitness Studio Management Software |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 9.1 | 8.2 |
| Best for | New client acquisition via marketplace | Premium boutique studios |
| Pricing | $$ ($25 to $85+/mo) | $$$$ (Pricing by quote) |
| HQ | Dublin, USA | Washington D.C., USA |
| Founded | 2009 | 2014 |
Vagaro
A true growth engine with its client marketplace and extensive feature set.
www.vagaro.com/See full entry in The 11 Best Salon & Spa Management Software
Mariana Tek
A sophisticated, design-forward platform for high-end brands.
www.marianatek.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Fitness Studio Management Software
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