Looking for an alternative to Square Appointments? 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 | Booking and a consumer discovery marketplace in one service |
| | Price unavailable | Not established | Separate salon and medical-aesthetics packages |
| | $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.
Fresha combines salon booking software with a consumer marketplace and integrated payments. This record did not establish its current subscription, processing or acquisition fees. The stored free-plan label should not be treated as a confirmed offer.
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.
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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