Your payment processor should be your choice
BookWave asks you to connect your own Stripe account. Customer payments land in your Stripe balance directly — BookWave never holds your money and takes no cut of your sales.
Alternatives
A Square Appointments alternative that does not lock your payments
Square Appointments pairs scheduling with Square’s payment ecosystem. BookWave keeps the same booking-plus-POS combination but lets you connect your own Stripe account, so the processor is your choice rather than the platform’s.
No commission on your sales
BookWave charges a flat plan fee and never a percentage of what you sell. Card payments settle in your own Stripe balance, and cash on delivery is there for customers who prefer it.
A full website, not just a booking site
The drag-and-drop builder gives you real pages — about, gallery, FAQ, contact — around your booking and shop, on your own domain.
BookWave vs Square Appointments
| Capability | Square Appointments | BookWave |
|---|---|---|
| Payment processing | Built around Square’s own payment ecosystem | Connect your own Stripe account; funds go straight to you |
| Payment options | Card-first product design | Card payments, with cash on delivery also available |
| Commission on sales | Payment processing fees apply per transaction | Flat plan fee; no BookWave commission on your sales |
| Website builder | Booking site tied to the platform | Drag-and-drop builder with custom domain and SEO metadata |
| Stay bookings | Appointment-oriented | Multi-night stays for hotels, guesthouses, and rentals |
Comparison reflects how each product is architecturally positioned and is kept to durable, structural differences rather than pricing or plan limits, which change frequently. Square Appointments is a trademark of its respective owner; check their site for current details.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use Stripe instead of Square for bookings and sales?
Yes. BookWave uses your own Stripe account for storefront payments, so money goes directly into your Stripe balance and you keep your existing processor relationship.
Does BookWave take a percentage of my sales?
No. You pay a flat monthly plan fee. When you connect Stripe, only Stripe’s standard processing fees apply — BookWave does not take a commission.
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