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Salonized vs SQUIRE

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

Salonized

Free trial AndroidAPIiPhone+4

Salonized combines booking and client tools with sales, reporting and marketing features across its plans. Compare the included plan features and additional charges, and check regional plan availability if in Switzerland.

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SQUIRE

Free trial AndroidiPhoneWeb

Choose SQUIRE if you need barber-focused booking, payments, and shop operations, with plans for individual barbers through multi-location brands. Look elsewhere if you need a free plan; SQUIRE is paid, starting at $30/mo.

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The facts

SalonizedSQUIRE
Free planA free trialA free trial
Open sourceNoNot published
Runs onAndroid, API, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Web, WindowsAndroid, iPhone, Web
Lowest paid planAppointments: €21 a monthIndependent: $30 a month
Plans published34
MakerNot publishedNot published
Websitesalonized.comgetsquire.com
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Salonized: what it does well

  • Online booking and appointment reminders are included.
  • Pro adds marketing tools and dynamic pricing.
  • Integrations list Google and payment services.
  • Customer data is hosted in the EU.
  • Phone, chat and email support are available.

What to know first

  • No free plan; a free trial is offered.
  • Internet Explorer is unsupported.
  • Extra employees and locations cost extra.
  • Appointments and Basic are unavailable in Switzerland from January 1, 2026.

SQUIRE: what it does well

  • Clients can book through branded apps, websites, Instagram, and Google.
  • Clients can book multiple appointments at once.
  • Accepts Apple Pay, Google Pay, and credit card payments.
  • Tap to Pay works on iPhone and Android without extra hardware.
  • Automates reporting, commission calculations, and booth rent payments.

What to know first

  • There is no free plan.
  • Paid plans start at $30/mo.
  • Branded landing pages on EXECUTIVE cost an additional $25/mo.
  • The Operator add-on on EXECUTIVE costs an additional $99/mo.

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