No-Show Rate Calculator
How much do no-shows cost your business? Use this free calculator to see your annual revenue loss, wasted staff hours, and how much you could save with automated reminders.
Enter Your Numbers
Industry average no-show rate: 10-15% for salons, 15-20% for medical, 20-30% for fitness classes.
Your No-Show Cost
Annual revenue lost to no-shows
$14,400
$1,200/month · 12 no-shows/month
Staff hours wasted per year
108 hours
9 hours/month of empty appointment slots
With Addagio Automated Reminders
Reduce no-shows by 60% with automated SMS, email, and WhatsApp reminders sent at the right time.
Current annual loss
$14,400
With Addagio
$6,000
You save an estimated
$8,400/year
($700/month)
Start Reducing No-Shows Today
Addagio sends automated reminders via SMS, email, and WhatsApp — so your clients show up and your revenue stays on track.
Also check out our cancellation policy template and guide to reducing no-shows
No-Show Rate Questions
What is a normal no-show rate?
The average no-show rate varies by industry: 10-15% for salons and barbershops, 15-20% for medical and dental practices, 20-30% for fitness classes and gyms, and 5-10% for vacation rentals. Any rate above 10% means you are losing significant revenue that can be recovered with automated reminders.
How are no-show rates calculated?
No-show rate = (number of no-shows / total scheduled appointments) x 100. For example, if you have 100 appointments per month and 15 clients do not show up, your no-show rate is 15%. Track this monthly to see trends and measure the impact of your reminder strategy.
How do automated reminders reduce no-shows?
Automated reminders sent via SMS, email, and WhatsApp at strategic intervals (48 hours, 24 hours, and 2 hours before) reduce no-shows by 40-60% on average. SMS reminders are the most effective with a 98% open rate. The key is sending at least 2 reminders and including an easy way to reschedule.
What is the best way to handle repeat no-shows?
For repeat no-shows, implement a graduated policy: first no-show gets a warning, second no-show requires a deposit for future bookings, third no-show may result in requiring full prepayment. Most booking systems like Addagio can flag repeat offenders and automatically require deposits.