Head-to-head · Salon App Builder Software
Cojilio vs Aura'd
Cojilio leads on 0 checks, Aura'd on 1, and 5 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 6 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreCojilio · 8.7/10
- Free planonly Aura'd
- Free trialonly Cojilio
- Most featuresCojilio · 5 of 5
Cojilio scores higher on our rubric for salon app builder software: 8.7 against 8.5 out of 10; our editors rank them #6 and #8.
Aura'd offers free plan; Cojilio doesn't.
Cojilio is the better fit for established salons wanting broad app capabilities. Aura'd is the better fit for solo and team salons wanting a free starting tier.
- Cojilio fits best
Established salons wanting broad app capabilities
- Aura'd fits best
Solo and team salons wanting a free starting tier
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Side by side
| Feature | Cojilio 8.7/10 Visit ↗ | Aura'd 8.5/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 8.7 | 8.5 |
| Ranking | #6 in Salon App Builder Software | #8 in Salon App Builder Software |
| Best for | Established salons wanting broad app capabilities | Solo and team salons wanting a free starting tier |
| Pricing model | Paid | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | $9.99/mo | £19/mo |
| Free plan | — | ✓ (best) |
| Free trial | 6 days | — |
| Deployment | Cloud, Desktop, Mobile | Cloud, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Web, iOS, Android |
| Support | Email, Phone, Docs | Email, Docs |
| Integrations | 10 integrations | 5 integrations |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market | Solo, Small business, Mid-market |
| Features Cojilio 5/5 · Aura'd 1/5 | ||
| Client messaging | ✓ | ✓ |
| Loyalty programs | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| Memberships | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| Retail offers | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| Push notifications | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| Specs | ||
| App platforms | Both | Both |
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| Our verdict | Cojilio is a booking and client-engagement platform for salons, beauty professionals, wellness businesses, and related service providers. It brings together online booking, staff scheduling, payments, consultations, media galleries,… Read the review → |
Aura'd combines salon booking and business-management tools for hairdressers, lash technicians, beauty therapists, and salon teams. It supports 24/7 online appointment booking, service and availability management, staff scheduling, client… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Cojilio — where it wins
- Branded iOS and Android client apps
- Booking, payments, memberships, and loyalty in one platform
- Many payment, calendar, and scheduling integrations
Where it doesn't
- No free plan
- Advanced app features start at $99 per month
- Pricing uses dollar signs without clearly specifying currency
Aura'd — where it wins
- Free plan with basic booking and email confirmations
- Branded apps, scheduling, reminders, payments, and client records
- Premium includes white-label branding, custom domains, and API access
Where it doesn't
- Unlimited bookings and custom branding start at £19 per month
- Staff scheduling and staff portal access require the Team plan
- White-label features and API access require the £149 Premium plan
- Cojilio8.7/10 · 6-day trial
A broad salon platform combining branded apps, booking, payments, loyalty, and marketing.
Visit CojilioFull verdict → - Aura'd8.5/10 · Free plan
A flexible salon app with a free entry point and paid tools for growing teams.
Visit Aura'dFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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