Vagaro vs Zen Planner
Side-by-side from the Top 11 rankings of The 11 Best Salon & Spa Management Software (2026) and The 11 Best Gym Management Software (2026). Last verified June 10, 2026.
The short answer
Vagaro ranks higher on Top 11 (#2 vs #3) for Salon and spa owners managing appointments and clients / Gym owners managing members, billing, and access control. A true growth engine with its client marketplace and extensive feature set.
At a glance
| Vagaro | Zen Planner | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #2 / The 11 Best Salon & Spa Management Software (2026) | #3 / The 11 Best Gym Management Software (2026) |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 9.1 | 8.9 |
| Best for | New client acquisition via marketplace | Balanced all-in-one for studios |
| Pricing | $$ ($25 to $85+/mo) | $$ ($121 to $315/mo) |
| HQ | Dublin, USA | Highlands Ranch, USA |
| Founded | 2009 | 2006 |
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 (2026)
Zen Planner
A reliable workhorse with strong billing and automation features.
www.zenplanner.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Gym Management Software (2026)
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