Founded: 2014, Warsaw → Chicago
ManicBot vs Booksy
TL;DR
Booksy is the biggest beauty marketplace in Poland — and the most expensive way to take online bookings. ManicBot is 3× cheaper, doesn't take a 30% new-client commission, and handles Telegram + Instagram + WhatsApp as native booking channels.
Feature comparison
| ManicBot | Booksy | |
|---|---|---|
| Entry price | 45 PLN / mo | ~145 PLN / mo (PL) |
| Free trial | 14 days | 7 days |
| Booking commission | 0% forever | 30% Boost on new clients (one-time per client) |
| Telegram booking | ✓ native + AI | ✗ |
| WhatsApp Business | ✓ native | Outbound reminders only (some markets) |
| Instagram DM | ✓ native + AI | ✗ |
| 24/7 AI receptionist | ✓ PL/RU/UK/EN | ✗ |
| Google Calendar sync | ✓ two-way | Limited |
| HQ | Poland / EU | Chicago, USA |
| Languages | PL, RU, UK, EN | 30+ but US-first product |
Competitor pricing verified on the official pricing page (May 2026) · Source
Why ManicBot wins
- Real total cost. 145 PLN/mo Booksy plus 30% Boost on new clients is typically 1,500–3,000 PLN/mo for a growing salon. ManicBot is 45–90 PLN/mo flat, forever.
- Channels where clients actually live. Polish nail clients message salons on Instagram and WhatsApp. Booksy makes them download yet another app. ManicBot answers in those same DMs.
- Your clients are yours. Booksy markets your salon in its app and then takes 30% on the first visit — the client "belongs" to Booksy. ManicBot bookings flow through your own bot, IG account, and phone number.
Frequently asked questions
Can I replace Booksy with ManicBot without losing existing clients?
Yes — run both for 30–60 days. Booksy-discovered clients keep finding you through the marketplace; new clients book via ManicBot on Telegram/IG/WhatsApp without the 30% commission. After one seasonal cycle most salons drop Booksy.
Are there clients who actually prefer Booksy?
Yes — mostly those who use Booksy as a discovery tool (finding a new salon in an unfamiliar city). For regulars who already know you, Telegram/IG/WhatsApp is more convenient.
What about Booksy promoting my salon in the marketplace?
The promotion isn't free — it's exactly the 30% Boost you pay. Many owners run the ROI math and find that the same budget spent on Instagram Ads brings more new clients without a recurring cut.