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Rosy Salon Software alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the best Rosy Salon Software alternative for most people is Fresha (3.0 GPA), second in our ranking of salon, spa and studio booking apps.
Rosy Salon Software compared with 8 alternatives: Salon Iris (DaySmart Salon), SalonBiz, Phorest, Vagaro, Fresha and 3 more.
Rosy Salon Software is a paid product with a free trial, starting at $44 per month for 1 service provider. None of the alternatives has a free plan. 4 more offer a free trial.
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rosy Salon SoftwareThis tool | Free trial · from $44/mo | Trial only | Web |
| Salon Iris (DaySmart Salon) | Free trial · from $29/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android |
| SalonBiz | From $160/mo | No | Web, iOS |
| Phorest | Paid | No | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Vagaro | Free trial · from $30/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android |
| Fresha | Free trial · from $19.95/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android |
| NailSoft | From $149.95 | No | Web |
| SalonTarget | Paid | No | Web |
| Zolmi | Free trial · from $15/mo | Trial only | Web |
Price against what you get
Rosy Salon Software starts at $44 a month and scores 2.3 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. 2 of the 5 alternatives on this chart score higher and start lower: Vagaro and Fresha.
SalonBiz scores higher without starting lower. Salon Iris (DaySmart Salon) and Zolmi start lower without scoring higher.
Features, ease of use and platforms, averaged
What paid plans start at, a month (each step along is roughly double) →
- The best score at each price
- Has a free plan
- No free plan
How each one differs from Rosy Salon Software
Salon Iris (DaySmart Salon)
Salon scheduling and checkout, now sold as DaySmart Salon
- Salon Iris (DaySmart Salon) starts at $29 per month for 1 user (Basic).
- Salon Iris (DaySmart Salon) also lists iOS and Android apps.
- Salon Iris (DaySmart Salon) also covers time clock and review collection.
- Salon Iris (DaySmart Salon) does not cover inventory, which Rosy Salon Software does.
Suits: Solo stylists who want a low entry price with online booking
SalonBiz
Salon software for commission-based teams, with Aveda integration
- SalonBiz starts at $160 per month and up, by number of service providers.
- SalonBiz also lists an iOS app.
- SalonBiz also covers shift scheduling.
- SalonBiz does not cover sMS marketing, which Rosy Salon Software does.
Suits: Multi-stylist salons that pay commission and want payroll in the system
Phorest
Salon and medspa software for booking, POS and marketing
- Phorest also lists Windows, macOS, iOS and Android apps.
- Phorest also covers review collection.
- Phorest does not cover email campaigns and inventory, which Rosy Salon Software does.
Suits: Salons and medspas with three or more staff
Vagaro
Booking, payments and marketing for salons, spas and studios
- Vagaro starts at $30 per month for 1 calendar, after $23.99 a month for the first 6 months.
- Vagaro also lists iOS and Android apps.
- Vagaro also covers forms, payroll and class booking.
- Vagaro does not cover reports and sMS marketing, which Rosy Salon Software does.
Suits: Salons, spas and barbers that want a low entry price
Fresha
Salon and spa booking with a consumer marketplace for new clients
- Fresha starts at $19.95 per month for one bookable team member (Independent).
- Fresha also lists iOS and Android apps.
- Fresha also covers shift scheduling and review collection.
- Fresha does not cover reports and sMS marketing, which Rosy Salon Software does.
Suits: Salons, barbers and spas that want low subscription costs
NailSoft
Nail salon point of sale, booking and marketing with unlimited texts
- NailSoft starts at $149.95 to $249.95 for Premium Unlimited, billing basis not shown.
- NailSoft also covers payroll, time clock and review collection.
- NailSoft does not cover reports, email campaigns and inventory, which Rosy Salon Software does.
Suits: Nail salons that want POS hardware, booking and texts from one vendor
SalonTarget
Salon management with a single priced-by-employee Professional plan
- SalonTarget also covers review collection.
Suits: Salons, spas and barber shops that want a phone-led setup
Zolmi
Salon booking and checkout priced per staff member, no commissions
- Zolmi starts at $15 per month for the first staff member, billed annually ($20 billed monthly).
- Zolmi also covers review collection.
- Zolmi does not cover email campaigns, which Rosy Salon Software does.
Suits: Independent US salons that want to avoid booking commissions
Limits worth knowing in Rosy Salon Software
- The price follows the number of providers with their own calendar; only the "Just Me" figure is shown without choosing a tier.
- Text messaging, automated and mass email marketing and client images are listed as optional Premium features, with no price shown on the pricing page.
- A browser-based product; the site mentions a mobile web app but no downloadable iOS or Android app.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Rosy Salon Software?
The alternatives to Rosy Salon Software in this directory are Salon Iris (DaySmart Salon), SalonBiz, Phorest, Vagaro, Fresha, NailSoft, SalonTarget and Zolmi. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Rosy Salon Software.
Is there a free alternative to Rosy Salon Software?
None of the alternatives listed here has a free plan. Salon Iris (DaySmart Salon), Vagaro, Fresha and Zolmi offer a free trial.
Which Rosy Salon Software alternatives work on Windows?
The Rosy Salon Software listing does not include a Windows app. Phorest lists one.
Which Rosy Salon Software alternatives work on macOS?
The Rosy Salon Software listing does not include a macOS app. Phorest lists one.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 24, 2026 to Nov 13, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.