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Gratsio vs SalonApp

Both stand on salon payroll software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.

Gratsio

Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+1

Gratsio combines client booking, records, communications, and payments for beauty and wellness businesses. A free plan and 7-day trial are listed, with paid plans from $29/mo.

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SalonApp combines client management, booking, payments, and staff functions, with options for both smaller operators and multi-location businesses. Check the free-plan limits and keep med-spa clinical records in an EMR.

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The facts

	Gratsio	SalonApp
Free plan	Yes	Yes
Open source	Not published	Not published
Runs on	Android, API, iPhone, Web	Android, iPhone, Mac, Web
Lowest paid plan	Pro: $9 a month	AI Receptionist Solo: $39 a month
Plans published	7	7
Maker	Not published	Not published
Website	gratsio.com	salon.sh
On salon payroll software	#1 of 42	#2 of 42

Gratsio: what it does well

Clients can book around the clock
Searchable CRM stores client history, notes, and preferences
AI receptionist handles booking changes and cancellations
Calendar sync supports Google, Apple, Microsoft, CalDAV, and .ics
Studio plans and up include payroll and inventory

What to know first

Free plan charges a 10% service-booking commission
Free plan charges a 20% product-sales commission
Bulk export and spreadsheet import are not yet one feature
API access is included with the Chain plan

SalonApp: what it does well

Calendar supports online booking and reminders.
AI receptionist handles calls in 16 languages.
Client records can store formulas, allergies, and photos.
POS integrates with Square and Stripe.
Payroll supports the US and Canada.

What to know first

Free plan limits use to 15 clients.
Free plan allows 20 appointments per month.
Free plan is limited to one staff member.

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