Head-to-head · Salon POS Software
DaySmart Salon vs Booksy
DaySmart Salon leads on 1 check, Booksy on 0, and 3 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 4 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreDaySmart Salon · 9.4/10
- Lowest starting priceDaySmart Salon · $29/mo
- Free trialboth
- Most featuresDaySmart Salon · 2 of 6
DaySmart Salon scores higher on our rubric for salon pos software: 9.4 against 8.4 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #8.
DaySmart Salon is cheaper to start at $29/mo against $29.99/mo.
DaySmart Salon is the better fit for full-service salons needing broad POS operations. Booksy is the better fit for solo professionals and small appointment-based teams.
- DaySmart Salon fits best
Full-service salons needing broad POS operations
- Booksy fits best
Solo professionals and small appointment-based teams
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Side by side
| Feature | DaySmart Salon 9.4/10 Visit ↗ | Booksy 8.4/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 9.4 | 8.4 |
| Ranking | #1 in Salon POS Software | #8 in Salon POS Software |
| Best for | Full-service salons needing broad POS operations | Solo professionals and small appointment-based teams |
| Pricing model | Paid | Paid |
| Starting price | $29/mo (best) | $29.99/mo |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | 14 days | 14 days |
| Free trial length | 14 days · no card needed | 14 days · no card needed |
| Deployment | Cloud, Desktop, Mobile | Cloud, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, Windows, iOS, Android | Web, iOS, Android |
| Support | Email, Live chat, Phone, Docs | Email, Docs |
| Integrations | 1 integrations | 4 integrations |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Solo, Small business, Mid-market |
| Features DaySmart Salon 2/6 · Booksy 1/6 | ||
| Online booking | ✓ | ✓ |
| Retail inventory | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Tip management | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Commission tracking | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Gift cards | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Multi-location support | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
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| Our verdict | DaySmart Salon is cloud-based management software for independent stylists, hair salons, barbershops, nail salons, skin clinics, and multi-location businesses. It brings together appointment scheduling, staff calendars, online booking,… Read the review → |
Booksy is a booking and business management platform for barbers, stylists, salon owners, and other beauty and wellness professionals. It combines 24/7 online booking, calendar and appointment scheduling, client records, integrated… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
DaySmart Salon — where it wins
- Combines POS, scheduling, booking, inventory, payroll, and reporting
- Supports online booking through websites, Instagram, and Facebook
- Runs on web, iOS, and Android with a 14-day trial
Where it doesn't
- The Basic plan supports only 1 user
- Advanced payroll and commission tracking require Premium Growth
- QuickBooks is the listed accounting integration
Booksy — where it wins
- 24/7 booking with confirmations, reminders, waitlists, and online profiles
- Payments, memberships, packages, gift cards, and client history in one platform
- Staff availability, resource booking, intake forms, and liability waivers
Where it doesn't
- No free plan is available
- Each additional team member costs $20 per month
- Pricing varies by region and the listed US price excludes tax
- DaySmart Salon9.4/10 · 14-day trial
Broad salon POS and operations software with plans starting at $29 per month.
Visit DaySmart SalonFull verdict → - Booksy8.4/10 · 14-day trial
A capable salon booking and POS platform for solo professionals and small teams.
Visit BooksyFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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