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Head-to-head · Salon and Spa Scheduling Software

Fresha vs Mangomint

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 1 check side by side
Higher score Fresha #1 in Salon and Spa Scheduling Software 9.4/10 Free plan · 7-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 0 of 6 features Visit Fresha
Mangomint #5 in Salon and Spa Scheduling Software 8.9/10 Paid ✓ 0 of 6 features Visit Mangomint

Fresha leads on 1 check, Mangomint on 0, and 0 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 1 yes/no, price and count check where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreFresha · 9.4/10
  • Free planonly Fresha
  • Free trialonly Fresha

Fresha scores higher on our rubric for salon and spa scheduling software: 9.4 against 8.9 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #5.

Fresha offers free plan; Mangomint doesn't.

Fresha is the better fit for salons wanting broad free scheduling and POS tools. Mangomint is the better fit for growing salons needing operational depth.

  • Fresha fits best

    Salons wanting broad free scheduling and POS tools

  • Mangomint fits best

    Growing salons needing operational depth

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Side by side

Feature Fresha 9.4/10 Visit ↗ Mangomint 8.9/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.4 8.9
Ranking #1 in Salon and Spa Scheduling Software #5 in Salon and Spa Scheduling Software
Best for Salons wanting broad free scheduling and POS tools Growing salons needing operational depth
Pricing model Free plan + paid Paid
Starting price — —
Free plan ✓ (best) —
Free trial 7 days —
Deployment Cloud, Mobile Cloud, Mobile
Platforms Web, iOS, Android Web, iOS, Android
Support Email, Phone, Docs · 24/7 Email, Live chat, Phone
Compliance GDPR, PCI DSS, HIPAA HIPAA
Integrations 6 integrations 7 integrations
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Small business, Mid-market
Features Fresha 0/6 · Mangomint 0/6
Online booking Not checked yet Not checked yet
Staff availability Not checked yet Not checked yet
Appointment reminders Not checked yet Not checked yet
Resource booking Not checked yet Not checked yet
Waitlist management Not checked yet Not checked yet
Digital intake forms Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Free Independent and Team subscriptions
  • Booking through links, social channels, marketplace, and apps
  • Scheduling, POS, payments, reminders, and client records in one system
  • Combines scheduling, POS, payments, memberships, and inventory
  • Supports group booking, reminders, deposits, and online checkout
  • Includes staff, resource, reporting, and multi-location management
Cons
  • Calendar synchronization is one-way
  • Usage-based charges may apply to communications and marketplace acquisition
  • Payment processing and optional add-ons may incur additional charges
  • Monthly pricing combines a $120 location fee with active-user fees
  • No ongoing free plan is included
  • Phone, marketing, and payroll capabilities cost extra
Our verdict

Fresha is cloud-based booking and business management software for salons, spas, barbershops, medspas, massage therapists, fitness businesses, and other beauty, wellness, and healthcare providers. It brings appointment scheduling, online…

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Mangomint is a cloud-based business management platform for salons, spas, med spas, wellness centers, barbershops, and other beauty businesses. It brings appointment scheduling, embedded login-free booking pages, payments, point of sale,…

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  1. FreshaSalon and Spa Scheduling Software 9.4Free plan · 7-day trial
  2. MangomintSalon and Spa Scheduling Software 8.9Paid

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Fresha — where it wins

    • Free Independent and Team subscriptions
    • Booking through links, social channels, marketplace, and apps
    • Scheduling, POS, payments, reminders, and client records in one system

    Where it doesn't

    • Calendar synchronization is one-way
    • Usage-based charges may apply to communications and marketplace acquisition
    • Payment processing and optional add-ons may incur additional charges

  • Mangomint — where it wins

    • Combines scheduling, POS, payments, memberships, and inventory
    • Supports group booking, reminders, deposits, and online checkout
    • Includes staff, resource, reporting, and multi-location management

    Where it doesn't

    • Monthly pricing combines a $120 location fee with active-user fees
    • No ongoing free plan is included
    • Phone, marketing, and payroll capabilities cost extra

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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