
SalonApp
8.2#1 in salon payroll softwareFrom $39 a monthFree planAndroidiOSWebmacOS
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| Fact | SalonApp | Salonist |
|---|---|---|
| Point of sale | POS supports services, retail, tips, split payments, gift cards, packages and memberships, with Square and Stripe payment options. | Its POS handles card and contactless checkout, tips, bulk checkout, payment reports and Stripe terminals. |
| Purpose | Salon Manager combines appointments, payments, staff schedules, and client history for salon owners. | Salonist is a management platform for salons, spas, barbershops, and other beauty and wellness businesses. |
| Rating on G2 | G2 says there are not enough reviews to provide buying insight; no numeric rating is shown. | 4.9 out of 5 from 27 reviews |
| Rating on GetApp | 4.9 out of 5 from 13 reviews | 4.4 out of 5 from 27 reviews |
| Security | The maker says data is protected with SSL encryption and row-level security, with daily backups on Supabase infrastructure. | Salonist says sessions use HTTPS, data is stored online with regular backups, and staff access levels can be assigned by account owners. |
It suits independent stylists, boutique salons, spas and wellness businesses, and multi-location operators seeking scheduling, client records, payments, and staff tools. For med spas, it covers front-of-house operations; clinical records should remain in an EMR.
It suits beauty and wellness businesses that need booking, checkout, inventory, staff tools, and client management. Businesses needing custom integrations or API access can consider the Expert plan.