Aura'd
7.9#4 in salon app builder softwareFree planFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
VisitAura'd vs Tonso
What both publish
| Fact | Aura'd | Tonso |
|---|---|---|
| Branded apps | Salon-branded appointment apps are offered for iOS and Android. | The product includes branded client apps distributed through the iPhone App Store and Android Play Store. |
| Headquarters | Chichester, United Kingdom | Enfield, NSW, Australia |
| Integrations | The API documentation describes calendar synchronization with Google Calendar and Outlook. | The pricing page says card payments can be processed in-app or at a terminal; the maker pages opened do not name external software integrations. |
| Payments | The service accepts cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay and Clearpay, and its FAQ also names Klarna. | TonsoPay accepts deposits or full payment at booking and can synchronize with cash or in-store terminals. |
| Security | The API section states it uses API key authentication and HTTPS encryption and claims 99.9% uptime. | Tonso's privacy policy says stored personal information is protected with encryption, firewalls and access controls. |
Aura'd plans
- FreeFree
- API BasicFree
- Solo£19 a month
- API Pro$29 a month
- Team£39 a month
- Business£69 a month
Tonso plans
- Free when fees are passed to clientsFree
- Tonso service feeA$1, paid once
- Card processingA$1.70, paid once
- Pay-per-transaction—
Pick Aura'd if…
It suits solo stylists and beauty teams that need online booking and client management. Salons looking for staff tools, payments or API access can consider the higher-tier plans.
Pick Tonso if…
Tonso suits salon, beauty, wellness, and treatment businesses that need booking, scheduling, payment, and client-retention tools in one platform. It also lists fitness and training studios among its intended industries.