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Apoynt vs Salonist
Both stand on barbershop software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free trial AndroidiPhoneWeb
Apoynt brings bookings, point of sale, gift cards, loyalty, and customer communications into one business platform. Check plan-dependent features and location limits, and account for possible payment-provider fees.
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Salonist combines booking and point-of-sale functions with inventory, staff, marketing, and memberships for many service-business types. Review the free appointment limit and marketplace fee, and note that the branded app is reserved for Expert.
Visit SalonistThe facts
| Apoynt | Salonist | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | A free trial | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Web | Android, API, iPhone, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Starter: £99.99 a year | Essential: $59 a month |
| Plans published | 6 | 4 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | apoynt.co.uk | salonist.io |
| On barbershop software | #10 of 32 | #6 of 32 |
Apoynt: what it does well
- Customers can book a named team member and time.
- Includes POS tools for cash-up and payment totals.
- Businesses can connect PayPal or Stripe or accept bank transfer.
- The 14-day trial includes every feature.
What to know first
- There is no free plan.
- Payment processor fees may apply with Stripe or PayPal.
- Starter lists one location and one calendar.
Salonist: what it does well
- Clients can book through websites, Instagram, or the app.
- POS updates stock and provides payment reports.
- Lists more than 40 integrations.
- Free onboarding and data import are provided.
- Expert includes a salon-branded client app.
What to know first
- Free plan includes 50 appointments per month.
- Marketplace charges 15% on a new marketplace client's first visit.
- Branded client app is available on Expert.
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