No-Show Cost Calculator
Every customer who doesn't show up is an empty seat. Enter your revenue per session and your weekly no-show count to see the monthly and yearly size of this silent loss.
The average value of one filled appointment
Customers who don't show up without notice
The portion you think automatic reminders would save — your assumption
Enter revenue and no-show count to see the loss.
Why does the cost of no-shows matter so much?
A customer who doesn't show up costs you not only that session's revenue but also another customer who could have taken that slot. A few weekly no-shows that seem small add up to a serious number by year-end. The good news: a significant part of this loss can be prevented with automatic SMS/WhatsApp reminders before the appointment — when customers don't forget, attendance rises noticeably.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is no-show cost calculated?
At its simplest, multiply your average revenue per session by your weekly no-show count to get the weekly loss. Multiply by 4.33 for monthly and by 52 for yearly. This tool does it all automatically.
How can no-shows be reduced?
The most effective method is sending automatic reminders before the appointment (SMS/WhatsApp). Confirmation requests, waitlists, and deposits for repeat offenders also help.
How much do reminders reduce no-shows?
It varies by business, industry and reminder timing, which is why you set the rate in this tool. The key point is that reminders raise attendance by keeping customers from forgetting.
Can no-shows be prevented without a deposit?
Yes. Most no-shows come from forgetfulness rather than bad intent; a well-timed reminder solves most cases. A deposit is an extra measure for frequently repeating cases.
Most of this loss is preventable with automatic reminders
Piyzi reduces no-shows by sending automatic SMS and WhatsApp reminders before every appointment. Keep those empty seats filled.