I have been using Treatwell for almost…
I have been using Treatwell for almost two years and, up until recently, I genuinely thought the platform was fantastic. I accepted the very high fees — 35% commission, 20% VAT, plus card/admin charges — because I saw it as a worthwhile cost for bringing in new clients and protecting my business with a cancellation policy.
Unfortunately, my recent experience has completely changed my opinion.
I have a 48-hour cancellation policy in place through Treatwell. However, one of my clients was somehow able to cancel just 27 minutes before her appointment and received a full refund. This left me with absolutely nothing, despite paying Treatwell significant commission fees specifically to protect bookings and cancellations like this.
As a small business owner, this is incredibly disappointing and unacceptable.
What has frustrated me even more is the lack of customer support. I have contacted Treatwell several times asking for clarification and a breakdown of payments. I was told I had been paid correctly, but when I checked the reports myself, it showed only two of my three Treatwell clients had actually been processed for payment that week.
Trying to get hold of an actual person has been almost impossible. Everything now feels automated and AI-driven, with very little genuine customer care or accountability.
It’s a real shame because the platform used to feel supportive and professional. Sadly, the customer service standards have dropped dramatically.
If you are a small business considering using Treatwell, I would strongly recommend thinking carefully before signing up. The fees are extremely high, and if something goes wrong, getting proper support appears very difficult.