Head-to-head · Barbershop Software
Apoynt vs Booksy
Apoynt leads on 6 checks, Booksy on 0, and 1 is even. Who comes out ahead on the 7 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreApoynt · 9.0/10
- Most featuresApoynt · 6 of 6
Apoynt scores higher on our rubric for barbershop software: 9.0 against 5.0 out of 10; our editors rank them #5 and #8.
Apoynt offers multi-location management; Booksy doesn't publish it. Apoynt offers memberships; Booksy doesn't publish it. Apoynt offers pos and payments; Booksy doesn't publish it. Apoynt offers commission tracking; Booksy doesn't publish it. Apoynt offers inventory management; Booksy doesn't publish it.
Apoynt is the better fit for value-focused multi-location shops. Booksy is the better fit for booking-led shops and independent barbers.
- Apoynt fits best
Value-focused multi-location shops
- Booksy fits best
Booking-led shops and independent barbers
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Side by side
| Feature | Apoynt 9.0/10 Visit ↗ | Booksy 5.0/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 9.0 | 5.0 |
| Ranking | #5 in Barbershop Software | #8 in Barbershop Software |
| Best for | Value-focused multi-location shops | Booking-led shops and independent barbers |
| Pricing model | Paid | Paid |
| Starting price | Not published | $29.99/mo |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Free trial length | 14 days | 14 days · no card needed |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile | Cloud, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Web, iOS, Android |
| Support | Email, Live chat | Email, Docs |
| Integrations | 4 integrations | 4 integrations |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market | Solo, Small business, Mid-market |
| Features Apoynt 6/6 · Booksy 0/6 | ||
| Multi-location management | ✓ (best) | Not published |
| Memberships | ✓ (best) | Not published |
| POS and payments | ✓ (best) | Not published |
| Commission tracking | ✓ (best) | Not published |
| Inventory management | ✓ (best) | Not published |
| Client mobile app | ✓ (best) | Not published |
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| Our verdict | Apoynt is a paid booking and business-management platform for barbershops, salons, beauty businesses, personal trainers and tattoo artists. It combines online booking by staff member, service and available time with POS, deposits, gift… Read the review → |
Booksy is a booking and business management platform for barbers, stylists, salon owners, and other beauty and wellness professionals. It is best suited to independent barbers and booking-led shops that want online scheduling alongside… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Apoynt — where it wins
- Online booking, POS, deposits and cash-up in one platform
- Supports memberships, loyalty, inventory, commissions and tips
- Multi-location management with web, iOS and Android access
Where it doesn't
- No free plan is available
- Starter's listed features are narrower than the higher tiers
- Payment connections are limited to PayPal and Stripe
Booksy — where it wins
- 24/7 booking with confirmations, reminders, and automated waitlists
- Staff shifts, working hours, time off, and resource booking
- Payments, client notes, memberships, packages, and gift cards
Where it doesn't
- The service starts at $29.99 per month, so it is not a no-cost option
- Additional team member access costs $20 per user per month
- US pricing excludes tax and varies by region
- Apoynt9.0/10 · From £14.99/mo · 14-day trial
A broad barbershop platform with multi-location tools and a low entry price.
Visit ApoyntFull verdict → - Booksy5.0/10 · From $29.99/mo · 14-day trial
A booking-led platform with scheduling, payments, client tools, and staff controls.
Visit BooksyFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Sep 2026