Next Up: Barber Waitlist
Barbershop queue & check-in
About
This app helps barbershops manage walk-in customers by creating a digital queue. Barbers can update their availability and manage customer tickets, while shop owners can oversee the entire line and track performance metrics. Customers join the queue via a web browser, no app required.
What's New in Next Up
1.4
November 4, 2026
Next Up is now on Apple Watch. - Your line on your wrist: who's next, who's in your chair, and how long they've waited. - Call next, start, finish and call next, take a break, or close the line. Finish & call, Not here yet, No-show and Close the line ask first. - Late customers: Not here yet, No-show (with Undo) and Here now. - Today's count, your next booked time, and the whole line with one tap. - Siri on your watch: "Call next in Next Up", "How many are waiting in Next Up", "Show my Next Up code". - Your shop's code: show the QR code on your wrist and walk-ins scan it to get in line. - Music controls for whatever is playing on your iPhone. - "Your status" and "Your code" for your watch face and Smart Stack, and Next Up in Control Center (watchOS 26 or later). Also new: your line on the Lock Screen and in the Dynamic Island, Call next right from a walk-in alert, and a new app icon.
MoreFAQ
Does Next Up have ads?
Next Up is free to use and does not contain advertisements.
What devices does Next Up support?
Next Up is available on iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch.
How often is Next Up updated?
The latest version, 1.4, was released on November 4, 2026, indicating active development.
What is the age rating for Next Up?
Next Up has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.
How does Next Up handle customers who are running late?
Barbers can use the 'Not here yet' feature to hold a customer's spot for a few minutes with a countdown, allowing them to call another customer in the meantime.
Can customers pick their barber with Next Up?
Yes, shop owners can configure Next Up to allow customers to pick their barber. Public barber profiles are also available.
What kind of analytics does Next Up provide for shop owners?
Shop owners can view daily statistics on cuts, returning regulars, and customer props. They can also track performance over the last 7, 30, or 90 days, including customers served, average wait times, and busiest periods.
How does the customer rewards card work in Next Up?
The rewards card feature allows shops to set up a system where customers earn a reward after a certain number of visits, encouraging repeat business.