Two tools that solve the two biggest problems in barbershops: walk-in chaos and customers who don't rebook. Built by an owner who lives it every day.
No contracts. Waitlist is free forever. Cancel anytime.
Print a QR code. Open the dashboard. That's the setup.
They scan with their phone camera, enter name and phone, pick a service. In the line in 15 seconds. No app to download.
Live dashboard on your tablet. See who's waiting, who's in the chair, estimated wait. Tap to advance or mark no-shows.
Check their spot from their phone. Grab coffee. Sit in the car. Get a text when they're next. No more crowded lobbies.
Not "we miss you" marketing. Availability-aware rebooking.
QR scan at your shop. Pick their barber, preferred day, time window, reminder frequency. 30 seconds.
When it's time, ChairQ checks the barber's real availability for slots matching the customer's preferences.
"Marcus has openings Friday morning" — with barber, service, and location pre-filled. Tap. Book. Done.
Different problems, different tools. Many shops use both.
| Waitlist | Reminders | |
|---|---|---|
| Solves | Walk-in chaos | Customers not rebooking |
| Best for | Walk-in heavy shops | Appointment-based shops |
| Customer action | Scans QR at shop | Sets reminder preferences |
| SMS sends | 2 per visit | 1–2 per month |
| Integrations | Standalone | Square calendar |
| Starts at | Free | $49/mo |
Start with the free waitlist. Add reminders when you're ready. Or grab both.