Why theCut Is the Best App for Barbers
To make it in this game, you need a system that’s going to help you run your business and connect with your clients.
Whether you’re a barber cutting in a shop, in a suite or consider yourself a mobile barber, it’s important to set yourself up for success. Using a booking app makes your day-to-day easier, so you have more time to focus on your craft and not the administrative stuff you hate.
That booking app could be theCut, the haircut app for barbers at any stage of the game. Experienced barbers, up-and-coming barbers and student barbers use the app to manage their schedule, grow their clientele and maximize their income. Think of it as your personal assistant that’s working 24/7, handling everything from clients, appointments and payments all in one app.
Here’s how theCut is game-changing for barbers:
- THECUT OFFERS CONVENIENCE & AFFORDABILITY
theCut is easy to use and at $20/month, it’s a fraction of what other booking apps charge. You can set up a digital booth in just 5 minutes, manage your schedule 24/7, send client blasts and keep detailed client notes to deliver a personalized and professional experience every time.
Meanwhile, clients can find your profile, check out your work and lock in an appointment with you in just a few taps.
It’s about saving time, skipping the hassle and getting straight to what matters—clean line ups, blended fades and an experience that keeps clients coming back.
- THECUT HAS PAYMENT OPTIONS TO FIT EVERY CLIENT
Tired of searching for cash or dealing with loose change?
With theCut, clients can quickly pay and tip in-app, using Apple Pay, Google Pay, Cash App Pay, and Apple Tap to Pay. For you, this means faster, more secure payments and less time asking, “Who got change for $50?”
Clients love the convenience of leaving your chair with a fresh cut and a smile, knowing payment was handled easily, without any awkward moments.
- THECUT GIVES YOU CUSTOMIZABLE NO-SHOW PROTECTION
No-shows are vibe killers for barbers. They can ruin your whole day. You wait 5 mins, then 10, then next thing you know the whole appointment has been missed. The client never walks through that door and worse, they didn’t even give you a heads up. You wasted your time and didn’t get paid for it.
With regular appointment reminders and customizable no-show (and, cancellation) policies, theCut puts you in control. You can create policies per client or for all your clients, it’s up to you. So, if your clients don’t show, you get paid for your time and your client learns that your time is just as valuable as theirs.
- THECUT LETS YOU SEND PERSONALIZED CLIENT MESSAGES
Personalization is key and theCut helps you master it. You can send message blasts to all clients or individual messages to specific clients. Barbers use these features to communicate scheduling changes, price changes, and any other important information they need clients to know. This level of communication makes clients feel valued and appreciated, strengthening the relationship you have with them.
- THECUT GETS YOU RATED AND REVIEWED
After each cut, clients can drop a review, giving you the insight you need to sharpen your skills and enhance your reputation. A barber who listens and tweaks their approach based on client feedback is the one who grows a loyal clientele. On your profile, you’ll find a star rating and a list of reviews. These are your social proof, showing future clients what type of barber you are. Clients listen to other clients so keeping a healthy rating and strong reviews is important.
- THECUT SIMPLIFIES APPOINTMENT MANAGEMENT
The app equips you with all the tools you need to effortlessly manage your scheduled appointments, block off time for breaks and set policies that teach your clients to respect your time. It’s like having a personal assistant, working 24/7 so you don’t have to.
- THECUT PROVIDES CHAIR ANALYTICS
Understanding your business metrics is crucial. You should know how often clients are booking, how much money you’re making and how often you’re booked out. No one is going to do these for you, not even your shop owner.
theCut provides you with these valuable analytics. From estimated revenue to chair utilization, you can monitor your performance and make informed decisions about the days you cut or when to take time off. This data-driven approach helps you identify opportunities for growth and improvement.
- THECUT HELPS BUILD YOUR BRAND
In today’s world, you have to show your work. Remember what they told us in school? It matters in the shop too. Your clients are coming to you from referrals, social media, theCut or even walk-ins if you’re in a high-traffic area. Give them something to look at and showcase your skills using high-quality photos. Photos on your profile will be seen by clients searching for a new barber so keeping these updated is just as important as what services you offer. Doing so will attract more business and result in more referrals.
