LessonLoopFons

    More than a booking app — music school software

    Fons is a great booking tool for solo professionals. But music teachers need more — practice tracking, parent portals, term billing, and AI assistance. That's LessonLoop.

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    Head to Head

    Feature-by-feature comparison

    See exactly where LessonLoop and Fons differ.

    LessonLoop leads in 11 of 16 features

    LessonLoop

    vs Fons
    AI Assistant (LoopAssist)
    UK-Native (GBP / VAT)
    Automated Make-Up Matching
    Auto
    Payment Plans / Installments
    Parent Portal
    Client portal
    Practice Tracking
    Stripe Payments
    Drag & Drop Calendar
    Bulk Invoicing
    Limited
    Multi-Location Support
    LLFons

    Why LessonLoop

    What sets LessonLoop apart from Fons

    LoopAssist AI

    An intelligent assistant that understands your schedule, students, and finances — and proposes actions with your confirmation.

    Built for academies, not just solo teachers

    Fons is great for individual professionals. LessonLoop scales from solo teachers to multi-location academies with team roles and payroll.

    Music-specific features

    Instrument tracking, grade management, exam boards, and practice assignments — features a generic booking app can't match.

    UK term date support

    Define terms, half-terms, and closure dates. Recurring lessons skip holidays automatically.

    Payment plans & installments

    Let parents spread costs over multiple payments with automatic tracking and reminders.

    Dedicated parent portal

    Parents get their own portal with lesson schedules, invoices, practice logs, and messaging — not just a generic client view.

    Why Switch

    Why teachers switch from Fons

    Real reasons music educators choose LessonLoop.

    Fons is a generic booking tool

    Fons serves personal trainers, tutors, and coaches. LessonLoop is purpose-built for music education with instrument, grade, and practice tracking.

    No multi-teacher or academy support

    Fons is designed for solo professionals. If you have a team or multiple locations, you'll outgrow it quickly.

    No practice tracking or resource sharing

    Music teachers need to assign practice and share resources. LessonLoop includes both; Fons doesn't.

    Limited bulk billing

    Fons handles individual bookings well but lacks term-based bulk invoicing for music schools.

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    Frequently asked questions

    Common questions about switching from Fons to LessonLoop.

    Is Fons suitable for music schools?
    Fons works well for solo practitioners across many industries, but it lacks music-specific features like instrument tracking, practice assignments, and term-based billing.
    Can I use Fons for a multi-teacher academy?
    Fons is designed for solo professionals. LessonLoop's Studio and Agency plans support multiple teachers, team permissions, and payroll.
    Does Fons support GBP?
    Yes, Fons supports GBP. However, it doesn't offer UK term date support, VAT integration, or UK-specific billing patterns.
    Can I migrate from Fons to LessonLoop?
    Yes. Export your client data from Fons and import it into LessonLoop. Our team can assist with the transition.
    Which has a longer free trial?
    LessonLoop offers 30 days free; Fons offers 14 days.

    Ready to switch from Fons? Try LessonLoop free for 30 days.

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