Looking for an alternative to Fresha? Whether you need better pricing, different features, or a tool that fits your workflow, we've compared 4 recorded salon & spa management software options below. These prices are dated snapshots. Check current vendor offers before buying.
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| Alternative | Starting Price | Free Plan? | Key Differentiator |
|---|---|---|---|
| | $29.99/mo | Not established | Core subscription combines booking, forms and client mark... |
| | Price unavailable | Not established | Separate salon and medical-aesthetics packages |
| | Price unavailable | Yes | Booking and payments within the Square product family |
| | $23.99/mo | Not established | Booking, client records, memberships and gift certificate... |
Booksy combines booking, client management and marketing in one core subscription. The April 2026 record lists $29.99 per month for one team member and $20 for each additional member. Payment processing and optional Boost commissions are separate from the software fee.
Phorest lists separate packages for salons and medical-aesthetics businesses, with prices obtained from sales. The record describes booking, POS, communications and a staff app, plus optional branded apps and messaging features. It does not establish current package prices or contract terms.
Square Appointments combines booking with Square payments and related business tools. The April 2026 record lists Free, $49 Plus and $149 Premium location-based plans. Payment fees, hardware and other Square services must be costed separately.
Vagaro combines a booking calendar and client management with separately priced tools such as text marketing, forms, payroll and a branded app. The April 2026 record lists a $23.99 starting subscription, with one bookable calendar. Confirm the current location and staff pricing before using that figure as a salon-wide budget.
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