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Phorest vs Studioloop

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

Phorest

Paid AndroidAPIiPhone+3

Phorest brings booking, client records, payments, and marketing tools together for salons, spas, and clinics. Check the fit against your business model, and note that pricing is on request with no free trial.

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Studioloop

Free trial iPhoneWeb

Studioloop combines salon scheduling with retention, commerce, and an AI receptionist. Review location and staff limits, included call minutes, and applicable payment fees when comparing plans.

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The facts

PhorestStudioloop
Free planNoA free trial
Open sourceNot publishedNot published
Runs onAndroid, API, iPhone, Mac, Web, WindowsiPhone, Web
Lowest paid planFree or on requestSolo: $49 a month
Plans published44
MakerPhorestNot published
Websitephorest.comstudioloop.app
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Phorest: what it does well

  • Calendar combines bookings from several channels.
  • Client records include treatment history and notes.
  • Marketing tools include automated reminders and rebooking prompts.
  • Plans include setup, data import, and training.

What to know first

  • No free plan or free trial.
  • Pricing is on request.
  • API access requires contacting Support.
  • API does not currently support webhooks.

Studioloop: what it does well

  • Supports unlimited bookings and real-time availability.
  • Includes loyalty, referrals, and memberships.
  • Offers retail inventory, gift cards, and invoicing.
  • AI receptionist can check availability and book.
  • Available on iOS and web.

What to know first

  • No free plan.
  • Extra AI receptionist minutes cost $0.15/min.
  • Card processing fees can apply.
  • Payment processing rates vary by country.

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