Mangomint's design is beautiful. Its $375/mo price tag isn't.
Mangomint is one of the best-designed salon platforms on the market. It's also one of the most expensive, with two-way texting charged as a $75/mo add-on. OpenChair delivers comparable automation at a fraction of the price.
Mangomint earns its reputation — the UX is exceptional, the automation is solid, and the team clearly cares about the product. The barrier is price: $165–$375/mo before add-ons, with two-way texting costing another $75/mo on top. OpenChair covers the same core use cases — AI scheduling, marketing automation, consultation forms, team management — at A$34.95–$199/mo with SMS and email included. For larger multi-location operations that need Mangomint's specific depth, the premium may be worth it. For most growing salons, the price difference is hard to justify.
Feature Comparison
Feature
OpenChair
Mangomint
Pricing & Add-ons
Monthly Cost
A$34.95–$199/mo (capped)
$165–$375/mo + add-ons
SMS / 2-Way Texting
Included (100/mo + 50/staff, up to 550)
+$75/mo (Connect add-on)
Email Campaigns
Included (1,000/seat, up to 10,000/mo)
Basic included
Consultation Forms
Included (Pro)
+$50/mo add-on
Contract
Month-to-month
Month-to-month
AI & Automation
AI Concierge (SMS booking)
Included (Pro)
VoIP integration (3rd party)
Smart Gap-Filling
Predictive waitlist
Virtual waiting room
Reconnect Automation
Multi-wave win-back
Basic automation
AI-Generated Copy
Included (Pro)
Limited
Platform
Markets Supported
AU, NZ, GB (native pricing)
US only
Custom Domain
Processing Fees
1.8% + 30¢ (Pro)
Stripe-based (similar)
The Honest Truth about Mangomint
They are a solid platform, but here is where they fall short for modern growth-focused venues.
Where they struggle
Expensive entry point ($165/mo) and high add-on costs
Two-way texting costs $75/mo extra — a basic feature gated behind a premium
US-only — no native support for AU, NZ, or GB
Where they are good
Best-in-class UX and product design
Excellent automation workflows and Express Booking
Strong med-spa features (charting, virtual waiting room)
Make the Switch
Same Quality. Predictable Pricing.
60 days of OpenChair Pro when you switch from Mangomint. SMS included, forms included, marketing included. No $75/mo add-ons, no US-only platform restrictions.
Limited time offer for verified Mangomint customers.
Making the Switch from Mangomint
Switching software feels daunting — but it doesn't have to be. Here's exactly how the transition works.
1
Export your data from Mangomint
Mangomint supports client and service data exports. Download your client list, service menu, and appointment history from your account settings.
2
Import into OpenChair
Upload your export to OpenChair's onboarding wizard. Services, pricing, and client details map automatically.
3
Set up your marketing — it's included
On OpenChair Pro, SMS campaigns, email marketing, and Reconnect automations are included — no Connect add-on required. Configure your reminder timing and win-back sequences.
4
Go live with comparable quality
OpenChair's booking flow is designed to the same aesthetic standard. Your clients get the same premium experience — you get a lower monthly bill and a platform built for your market.
Common Questions About Switching from Mangomint
Is OpenChair a good alternative to Mangomint?
Yes, particularly for salons outside the US. Mangomint is US-only — there's no native support for AU, NZ, or GB. OpenChair is purpose-built for these markets with regional pricing, local payment processing, and British English throughout. On features, OpenChair covers the same scheduling, team management, and marketing needs at A$34.95–$199/mo vs Mangomint's $165–$375/mo before add-ons. Two-way texting is included in OpenChair Pro — Mangomint charges $75/mo extra for it.
What's the main difference between OpenChair and Mangomint?
Price, market focus, and add-on structure. Mangomint is a premium US-only platform with excellent design. Two-way texting costs $75/mo extra. Forms cost $50/mo extra. OpenChair includes SMS, email, and forms in the Pro base price, caps at A$199/mo, and is built natively for AU, NZ, and GB. The UX quality is comparable — the pricing model is fundamentally different.
Mangomint is known for its beautiful UX. Does OpenChair match it?
OpenChair has invested heavily in a clean, modern interface across web and mobile. The client booking flow is fast, brand-forward, and mobile-optimised. The admin experience is intuitive enough for staff to learn in a single shift. If you're coming from Mangomint, you'll find the aesthetic standard comparable — and the pricing significantly lower.
I'm in AU/NZ/UK. Can Mangomint even support me?
Mangomint is US-only — they don't support AU, NZ, or UK operations. OpenChair is built natively for these markets: regional pricing (AUD, NZD, GBP), local Stripe payment processing, AU/NZ/UK SMS rates, and British English throughout. If you're in one of these markets and evaluating Mangomint, OpenChair is the purpose-built alternative.
Does OpenChair have Mangomint's SOAP note charting?
OpenChair's consultation forms support conditional logic, custom waivers, and digital signature capture — appropriate for most salon and standard spa compliance needs. Full clinical SOAP note charting is not a current feature. If you're a medical spa requiring detailed clinical notes under medical governance, check with our team about your specific requirements. For aesthetic studios with standard intake and consent workflows, OpenChair covers the requirement without the add-on cost.