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# Compare MemberPress vs Vagaro

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> Detailed comparison between MemberPress and Vagaro. Check ratings, reviews, pricing, and features to make the best decision for your business.

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## At a Glance

| Metric | MemberPress | Vagaro |
| **Overall rating** | 4.8/5 | 4.7/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 365 | 3479 |
| **Starting Price** | US$149.00 | US$23.99 |
| **Free Trial** | - | Yes |
| **Free Version** | No | No |
| **Deployment** | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Linux (Desktop), Chromebook (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) |
| **Support** | Chat | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, 24/7 (Live rep), Chat |
| **Training** | Documentation | In Person, Live Online, Webinars, Documentation, Videos |

## Best for

### MemberPress

MemberPress will work brilliantly for any small, mid-sized or large business that would like to roll out a Membership or eLearning site for their customers.

### Vagaro

Salons, spas, med spas, barbershops, fitness studios, yoga, Pilates, martial arts, massage, chiropractors, mental health, and pet grooming — solo pros to multi-location enterprises.

## Key features

### MemberPress

- Customisable Branding
- Data Security
- Dues Management
- Email Marketing
- Member Communication
- Member Database
- Member Portal
- Member Types
- Membership Renewals
- Payment Processing
- Reminders
- Template Management
- Templates
- Third-Party Integrations
- Website Management

### Vagaro

- Customisable Branding
- Customisable Templates
- Data Security
- Dues Management
- Email Marketing
- For Yoga/Pilates Studios
- Member Communication
- Member Database
- Member Portal
- Member Types
- Membership Renewals
- Partial Payments
- Payment Processing
- Practice Management
- Reminders
- Scheduling
- Template Management
- Templates
- Third-Party Integrations
- Website Management

## Links

- [View MemberPress Profile](https://www.capterra.co.nz/software/134534/memberpress)
- [View Vagaro Profile](https://www.capterra.co.nz/software/153752/vagaro)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.co.nz/compare/134534/153752/memberpress/vs/vagaro)

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