Booth rent vs commission calculator.

Commission rewards growth. Booth rent rewards busy.

The two structures pay differently at different volumes. Below break-even, commission pays more (low fixed cost = no exposure). Above break-even, booth rent pays more (every extra euro is yours, not 50% yours). Knowing the cross-over point makes the conversation honest.

The formula

Commission take-home = bookings × commission %
Booth rent take-home = bookings − rent − product
Break-even bookings = (rent + product) ÷ (1 − commission %)

When commission is better for the stylist

Building a book. Inconsistent bookings (a quiet week still pays). Lower confidence in steady demand. Doesn't want to pay for products and supplies upfront.

When booth rent is better for the stylist

Full book, no quiet weeks. Wants higher upside on busy weeks. Independent client list (clients book direct, not through the salon). Willing to manage own supplies, marketing, retention.

What this calculator is missing

Insurance, tax, retirement contributions, paid time off — all relevant in employment-law systems where the structure determines status. In most EU countries, commission is usually employment (with social charges); booth rent is usually self-employment (with own tax obligations). Talk to your accountant before structuring the deal — the gross numbers are only half the math.