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JKSalon vs Tally
Both stand on salon gift card software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Paid Windows
Consider JKSalon if your salon needs appointment scheduling, customer messaging, employee tracking, and point-of-sale functions in a Windows system. Ask a distributor or dealer about pricing and setup; businesses seeking a listed price or support for platforms other than Windows should look elsewhere.
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Paid Web
Tally focuses on selling and tracking gift cards without requiring POS integration. Its phone-friendly dashboard and direct-funds model are useful, while subscription and transaction charges should be included in budgeting.
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| JKSalon | Tally | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Not published | No |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Windows | Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Monthly subscription: $70 a month |
| Plans published | 2 | 3 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | jksoft.com | tallycards.co |
| On salon gift card software | #37 of 42 | #41 of 42 |
JKSalon: what it does well
- Handles recurring appointments and drag-and-drop scheduling.
- Sends reminders and birthday messages by text or email.
- Tracks commissions, payroll, time, and overtime.
- Enterprise edition supports up to 999 stores.
- Offers listed payment processor options and automatic data backups.
What to know first
- Runs on Windows.
- Pricing is available on request.
- The listed location limit is 1.
Tally: what it does well
- Real-time balance and redemption tracking
- Branded cards with uploaded logo
- Serialized PVC cards available
- Multiple listed payment methods
- Mobile-first dashboard
What to know first
- $70 a month subscription
- Online sales carry a 3% fee
- No free plan
- Physical cards billed per batch
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